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Letter: What's the deal with sea foam, anyway?
If you take a close look at a glass of seawater or even Westport River water, you will find it is full of tiny particles. Seawater isn't just plain water; it contains dissolved salts, proteins, fats, … more
Tap-In, the non-profit, all-volunteer organization that helps people in need in the East Bay, celebrated its 40th anniversary with a special event at St. John’s Church last week.
Tap-In: Forty years and still going strong
Tap-In celebrated its 40th anniversary with a special event at St. John’s Church on Thursday, Oct. 19. The non-profit, all-volunteer organization has been committed to helping families … more
Barrington High School’s SAT scores are tops in Rhode Island
Barrington High School students can celebrate another strong year for SAT scores. Local students saw their SAT results increase from a year earlier. The BHS average scores on the SAT math and … more
The Barrington Town Council is considering retiring the current banners located on the light poles downtown.
Council considers saying ‘bye bye’ to business banners
Is it time to “retire” the banners hanging from the light poles on County Road? Carl Kustell thinks so.   During the meeting in September, the Barrington Town Council … more
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Barrington resident David Onik (right) is shown during his arraignment on Sept. 13. He is facing additional charges.
Barrington residents involved in Newport brawl facing additional charges
Barrington’s Rachel Onik is facing two additional charges stemming from a brawl with police officers in Newport last month.   According to the multiple media outlets, Newport Police … more
A Barrington Police Officer speaks on the phone near the Upland Way parking lot during a search for a missing 19-year-old Barrington girl.
Police find missing Barrington teenager
Barrington Police located a missing teenage girl at about 3:15 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 20. Police said the girl, described as a 19-year-old Barrington resident wearing sweatpants and a hockey … more
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The Barrington School Building Committee is hosting a series of community meetings that will offer residents an opportunity to learn about the proposed school construction.
Barrington officials will discuss proposed school building construction
The Barrington School Building Committee is hosting a series of community meetings that will offer residents an opportunity to learn about the proposed construction. The next meeting is set for … more
The Barrington Charter Review Commission is exploring alternatives to the FTM.
Barrington's Charter Review Commission digs into FTM alternatives
The Barrington Charter Review Commission recently invited Michael Marcello, Esq. to provide background information about other Rhode Island towns that have recently changed from a Financial Town … more
Barrington Council OKs $10,000 for Charter Review Commission
The Barrington Town Council approved a $10,000 budget for the newly-formed Charter Review Commission.   Joy Hearn, the chair of the Commission, attended the Council meeting in early October … more
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Letter: Vote YES to approve Barrington school building bond
On Nov. 7, Barrington voters will decide whether we invest in critical school infrastructure. This decision will impact our community for decades to come.   more
Good Energy representative Jamie Rhodes speaks during an earlier meeting in Barrington.
How much will community energy aggregation program save you?
Residents who read the fine print on their electricity bills may notice that the price for the new Community Aggregation Program and that of the regular Rhode Island Energy rate are nearly the same. … more
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The Barrington High School football team will play against Portsmouth at Victory Field on Friday night, Oct. 20.
Eagles’ upset bid spoiled at North Kingstown
The Barrington High School football team pushed Division I North Kingstown to the limit during a non-league game Friday night, Oct. 13. A last-second pass by the home team Skippers was ruled a … more
Owen DiOrio stiff arms an Edgewood opponent while running the ball for Barrington.
Barrington Pop Warner teams prepare for postseason play
Barrington Pop Warner wrapped up its regular season with games against Edgewood on Saturday. Next up is the postseason. Two of Barrington’s tackle football teams will compete in the … more
Letter: Writer missed an opportunity to explore story
I was struck by the article by one of your writers called “ Resident walks down County Road in protest " in this week's Barrington Times. The writer clearly missed an … more
The final draft of the fields report is expected to recommend that Victory Field at Barrington High School.
Consultant: Barrington High School's Victory Field needs to be rebuilt
Maintenance. Maintenance. Maintenance. A preview of the upcoming athletic fields report pointed toward a need for improved maintenance as one of the keys for better fields in Barrington.   … more
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Barrington High School’s Ava Koczera-Kasem competes in the number one singles match against LaSalle last week.
BHS tennis team tops Avengers, falls to Rams
The Barrington High School girls tennis team competed in two tough matches last week — the Eagles defeated East Greenwich 5-2 and lost to LaSalle 4-3.   On Thursday, Barrington hosted … more
Barrington Police charge man following dirt bike chase
A Barrington resident called police around 1:15 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 13, after hearing a dirt bike riding up and down the street. Police officers responded to the area of New Meadow Road near … more
Sen. Reed on world conflicts, national politics and the growth of Gina
STORY OF THE WEEK: In 1997, when Jack Reed first joined the U.S. Senate, the Cold War had ended and 9/11 had not yet happened. A quarter-century later, the world is a very different place, with a … more
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Barrington Schools’ ‘Option 5’ would reduce building transitions
Barrington School officials are considering a construction plan that would reduce the number of elementary schools in the district — moving from four schools to three.   The plan … more
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Barrington will pursue a DEM grant to expand and improve the splash pad at Police Cove Park.
Barrington will expand its splash pad park on Route 114
The Barrington Park and Recreation Commission recommended the town pursue a Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management grant to expand the splash pad at Police Cove Park.  During … more
Before going on to win, members of the BMS Girls Varsity team Abby Glass, Caitie Wilbur, Garly Gill, Molly Reagan, Charlotte Farrell, Annabelle Meech and Gracie Gaines (from left to right) pose for a photo.
Barrington Middle School teams sweep Eastern Division titles
The Barrington Middle School cross country teams are Eastern Division champs. Both teams finished first during the Eastern Divisional Championship meet at Glen Park in Portsmouth on Wednesday, … more
Barrington officials are considering building a new skateboard park at Haines Park. The Park and Recreation Commission is expected to discuss the issue at its meeting on Oct. 26.
Barrington officials eye Haines for new skateboard park
The Barrington Park and Recreation Commission members discussed the possible construction of a new skateboard park in town during their meeting late last month. Officials are considering … more
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Barrington High School earns spot on AP Honor Roll
Good news — Barrington High School made the AP School Honor Roll and earned “Gold” distinction this year.   The Advanced Placement School Honor Roll selections were … more
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Letter: Standing with Israel
To the editor: From time immemorial, the Jewish people have endured countless atrocities - from the oppressive rule of Pharaoh, the wickedness of Haman, the horrors perpetrated by Hitler, and … more
Barrington High School’s Charlotte Byon competes in a match last week. The Eagles defeated Cranston West, Middletown and Cumberland last week.
BHS Sports Roundup: Tennis team wins three matches
The Barrington High School girls tennis team had three matches last week and won each match 7-0. The Eagles defeated Cranston West on Oct. 3, Middletown High School on Oct. 4, and Cumberland on Oct. … more
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