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The “proposed concept plan” shows 36 units (22 cottage units and 14 single-family units) on less than five acres of land.
Editorial: Imperfect proposals in Barrington
It fails the eyeball test. One look at the development plans proposed for the former Carmelite monastery property tells you plenty — too many houses on not enough land.   The … more
Mike Holtzman said he spoke with a representative from Rhode Island Energy who told him that their rate was dropping to 9.125 cents per kilowatt hour.
Community energy program: ‘What if everyone opts out?’
The double-sided flyer lists 13 questions focused squarely on the town’s new energy aggregation program.  “When does it start?”  “Is everyone eligible for … more
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Dr. Andrew Anderson, the principal of Barrington Middle School, has been selected as a New England League of Middle Schools A+ Administrator.
BMS Principal is an A-plus administrator
Dr. Andrew Anderson, the principal of Barrington Middle School, has been selected as a New England League of Middle Schools A+ Administrator. The New England League of Middle Schools award honors … more
Barrington Times - Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Blaise Rein (left) and Elizabeth Grieser (right) wait for their turns to speak during a Planning Board workshop focused on the monastery property.
Barrington residents push back against monastery plans
More than a dozen people voiced their opposition to the development plans for the former Carmelite monastery property during a special Barrington Planning Board workshop on Tuesday night, March … more
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Kelsey Gosch has been appointed director at East Bay Rowing, replacing co-founder Deb Sullivan.
Spring brings new direction for East Bay Rowing
As East Bay Rowing embarks on its 13th year on the Barrington River, new beginnings are guiding the future of the rowing club.   Kelsey Gosch has been appointed club director, replacing … more
Barrington High School seniors Ryan O’Connell (left) and Harrison Cooley organized a youth flag football tournament for their Senior Projects. Here they are surrounded by children who participated in the tournament.
In Barrington, Senior Projects ‘can be life-changing’
The small cafeteria is filled with well-dressed students, a therapy dog, and a feeling of nervous excitement. There is also a table covered with all sorts of snacks. The small cafeteria has … more
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The Ming Nie Global Change and Ecosystem Lab in Shanghai invited Mark Bertness (center) to study saltmarsh degradation in their region.
Endangered species: Saltmarshes — and what to do about it
The Barrington Land Conservation Trust kicks off its 2023 Land Trust Learning Series on Monday, April 3, at 6:30 p.m. with a presentation on saltmarsh degradation by Mark Bertness at the Barrington … more
A group of theater advocates, including former actors and actresses of 2nd Story Theatre, came together at the Cutler Mill event room on Monday night to discuss any possible course of action that could be taken to bring theater back to the Market Street building, which is currently privately owned and for sale.
A second chance for Warren's 2nd Story Theatre?
A group of more than two dozen local advocates for youth and community theater gathered to advocate for the future use of 2nd Story Theatre, which currently sits in private hands and is up for sale. more
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Veterans often charter River Rebel Charters of Bristol to fish for free as part of the Veteran Angler Charters program.
Trout fishing is the ticket this month
Rhode Island lakes, ponds, rivers, and streams designated as trout-stocked waters are currently closed for fishing. However, the season opens Saturday, April 8, and runs through Feb. 29, … more
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Norman Dudziak photographed this Tusukuru hartlandianus dwarf tree spider during “The Search for Neodietrichia” citizen science project. This is now the iconic photo for this species on iNaturalist.
Welcome to Citizen Science Month – see what a difference you can make
April is Citizen Science Month! You can join a growing community of “citizen scientists” who help to expand our body of scientific knowledge by crowdsourcing data collection. … more
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Some ideas for your spring reading lists
I’ve been bingeing books lately. As the weather warms and the yard and garden call, reading will take a backseat for a month or two, so I’m trying to catch up on my reading list. Here … more
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Anthony DeSisto, during a Warren Town Council meeting in 2020.
Little Compton close to hiring new solicitor
Little Compton could soon have a new town solicitor, after town council members voted 4-1 last week, with Paul Golembeske opposed, to negotiate a contract with Anthony DeSisto of Anthony DeSisto Law … more
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Officials from the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management believe a sheen spotted on the Barrington River and in Hundred Acre Cove was likely pollen and naturally occurring bubbles.
DEM: Sheen on the Barrington River was pollen
Officials from the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management believe a sheen spotted on the Barrington River and in Hundred Acre Cove was likely pollen and naturally occurring bubbles.  more
The train is starting to roll toward a decisive CD1 Primary
STORY OF THE WEEK: If the election to succeed David Cicilline in the 1 st Congressional District was held last Friday, the favorites were Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos and state Sen. Sandra Cano … more
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Barrington Police Chief Michael Correia said Barrington High School and other Rhode Island schools were part of a statewide “swatting” incident on Monday, March 27.
Police: Barrington High School lockdown was part of 'swatting' incident
Barrington High School was locked down on Monday morning, March 27, after officials received a call stating that there was a shooter at the school.  The call was bogus and part of a statewide … more
Tap-In, the non-profit that has been helping East Bay residents in need for more than three decades, is looking for specific donations and volunteer assistance.
They help others in need — can you help them?
Tap-In, the non-profit that has been helping East Bay residents in need for more than three decades, is looking for a little assistance. Tap-In is seeking volunteers to help with grant-writing, … more
Barrington Police Department receives re-accreditation award
The Rhode Island Police Accreditation Commission recently held its awards ceremony to recognize six police departments that achieved re-accreditation, as well as three individuals for their … more
Steel Butterflies is based on author Elizabeth Splaine’s real-life friendship with an elderly woman who served as an OSS operative during WWII.
Bristol author set to release her fifth novel
Bristol resident Elizabeth Splaine's "Steel Butterflies" will be released in April. It is based on Splaine’s friendship with an elderly woman who served as a real-life OSS operative during WWII. more
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Letter: DEI - Why the opposition?
To the editor: DEI: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Why would anyone oppose such things?   To begin, what do these words mean? According to Webster: 1) Diversity - the condition of … more
Letter: We must stop climate change today
To the editor: Climate change has caused the earthquake in Turkey and Syria, the hurricane in Florida, the tornadoes in Kentucky, the drought in California, and so much more. Climate change has … more
Letter: Town’s plan would be bad for our neighborhood
To the editor: I’m the 4th generation of my family to live in the Watson Avenue neighborhood, watching the construction of the Monastery from my bedroom window many years ago. Over the … more
Letter: Pros and cons of legislative housing package
To the editor: The Times-Gazette’s thorough reporting of the 14 bills that have been proposed in the State House of Representatives to address the housing crisis is most welcome. The … more
Barrington Rep.’s bill: Require solar on new construction
An East Bay lawmaker recently introduced a bill that would require most new construction in the state to include solar panels as part of the initial construction. Rep. Jennifer Boylan (D-Dist. … more
Police: Bicyclist damages car mirror during incident in Barrington
A motorist called Barrington Police on Thursday morning, March 16, following an incident with a bicyclist. The female motorist told police she was driving down Lincoln Avenue with her young … more
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