September of 2016 was when Hilary Clinton famously said that half of Trump’s supporters was a basket of deplorables. True or not, it's certainly not a phrase likely to endear one to … more

To the editor: After many years of soft warm lighting (that still exists on the bridges and snowflakes) I'm trying to adjust to the new replacement bulbs in our town lamp posts. I just hope a … more

To the editor: It was 1980, 42 years ago, when the Barrington Democrats succeeded in electing a Black woman to the Barrington Town Council. I, Anthony V. Arico, then a former Democratic chairman, … more

Barrington Police responded to Hampden Meadows School on Sunday, Nov. 27 at about 11:20 a.m. after receiving a phone call from someone who saw two individuals climbing onto the roof of the … more

As the completion of my first foray into elective office was drawing near, reflection took its natural place, top-of-mind. As a person who focuses on solutions, reflection is a powerful tool to plan … more

Changes could be coming for the town seal. Barrington Town Manager Phil Hervey said a survey will soon be posted to the town’s website, asking residents to share their ideas about what … more

It was great seeing people gather for a pre-Thanksgiving bonfire at Barrington High School last week. The bonfire had been a tradition at BHS for many years, but the pandemic and then bad weather … more

The Barrington High School football team finished the Thanksgiving Day game with 296 yards rushing on 32 carries. Senior running back Payton Murphy led the way with 140 yards, while AJ DiOrio … more

To the editor: I want to sincerely thank those who responded to my letter on slavery.  I find it interesting, I wrote a letter documenting the history of slavery, and it seems to have made … more

The Barrington Tree Lighting event will be held outside Barrington Town Hall on Saturday, Dec. 3. The festivities will kick off with cooking decorating from 2 to 3:30 p.m., and snowman bowling and … more