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DEM announced Tuesday afternoon that a mosquito sample collected in Barrington on Aug. 21 tested positive for West Nile Virus.   This was the state’s fourth sample that tested … more
The Barrington Town Council will hold a special meeting Wednesday night, Aug. 30, to discuss the former Carmelite monastery property.   The meeting will be held inside the presentation room … more
To the editor: Today was the first of day of school, and the bus transportation was far from smooth or reliable. Our son's bus was a half hour late this morning, one of several delayed buses, … more
To the editor: The Barrington Educational Support Team (BEST) thanks you for your support all these years and we hope we can count on you once again to support us as we draft our new contract … more
Summer vacation ended on Monday, Aug. 28 for Barrington students, as they headed back to class. The district had full days of classes for some students (mostly those who were new to their … more
The Barrington High School football team squared off against Central High School in a preseason scrimmage on Saturday, Aug. 26, at Conley Stadium in Providence. Mitchell Ivatts scored a touchdown for … more
It’s been a strange summer — too wet, too dry, too hot, cool nights. The one constant has been a variety of fabulous books for summer reading. Hope you enjoy some of these before fall … more
Note: This is the first feature in a series of cultural meals aimed to highlight history, nutrition and simplicity.  Polenta – derived from the Roman word pulmentum , used to describe … more
The slight rumble which you may have heard on Wednesday evening during the Republican Presidential debate was former governor and U.S. Senator John Chafee, former Secretary of State Susan Farmer, … more
Anglers have reported (more than usual) sharks attacking their catch before they are able to bring it to the boat. Anglers are urged to use caution when reaching in or near the water to bring in … more
Lace up your racing shoes and do some calf stretches, because it’s time for the 15th Annual Finish for a Guinness 5K race, taking place on Sunday, Sept. 3 in Warren. more
Barrington is rebranding itself.   Barrington officials recently announced a town logo design contest. Barrington Town Manager Phil Hervey said the idea for the contest surfaced a few … more
The Paul J. Reynolds Foundation, created in honor of the late Paul Reynolds, will hold its first-ever Reynolds Strong Golf Tournament on Oct. 30 at Pawtucket Country Club. Reynolds Strong was … more
Barrington Town administration is proposing some changes to the Spencer Trust bylaws, including two amendments that impact the home repair fund. The trust was established after former Barrington … more
In its best year between 2014 and 2023, the Barrington Financial Town Meeting drew 5 percent of the registered voters. Five percent. Low participation at the annual FTM is one of the reasons … more
Barrington Police responded to a Hampden Meadows home at about 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 15 for a break-in. The homeowner was away at the time of the break-in, but received a notification of glass … more
The alarm company that monitors the former Zion Bible College property in Barrington contacted police after a camera picked up footage of five people trespassing on the property on Wednesday, Aug. 16 … more
It was a fast-moving debate with several lightning rounds, ensuring that everyone got a chance to flash a little personality, attempt to differentiate themselves from the other members of their party onstage, and, for better or worse, increase their name recognition. more
Most Barrington High School teams kicked off the fall sports season with practices on Monday, Aug. 21. The football team got started a week earlier.   more
On a beautiful summer evening, over a pint outdoors at Aidan’s Pub, I sat with bass player, guitarist, singer/songwriter Eric Leffingwell, where he spoke of his musical development, the … more
Tautog (or blackfish) is a great eating fish with a white delicate meat. They are not often sold in fish markets because they are difficult to harvest commercially. They are usually caught by rod and … more
STORY OF THE WEEK: After being dogged for weeks by the signature-gathering controversy, Sabina Matos’ campaign is ramping up its criticism of Aaron Regunberg, buoying the perception that he is … more
Good news for ice hockey enthusiasts: Repairs are coming to the Legion Way ice rink. At its meeting late last month, the Barrington Town Council voted 5-0 to have the outdoor rink resurfaced and … more
Barrington is looking for a new elementary school principal.   Officials announced earlier this month that Coleen Smith had resigned. Smith served as Primrose Hill School Principal last … more
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