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Letter: All I want for Christmas
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
Letter: To clarify political history in Barrington
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 … more
Police order teenagers off Barrington school roof
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
Commentary: Thank you, communities of Barrington
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
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Barrington officials consider changing the town seal
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
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The bonfire had been a tradition at BHS for many years.
Editorial: Building on the bonfire
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
BHS senior running back Payton Murphy finished the season with more than 1,000 yards rushing.
Barrington running back eclipses 1,000-yard mark
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
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Letter: Continuing the conversation on slavery
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 … more
A large crowd attended last year’s tree lighting event at the Barrington Town Hall. This year’s festivities will include games, musical presentations and a special visit from Santa Claus.
All are welcome to Barrington's tree lighting this Saturday
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
Barrington's AJ DiOrio breaks free for a long run against Mt. Hope on Thanksgiving.
Eagles coach: 'I think we should have been in the playoffs'
The Barrington High School football team scored four touchdowns during an eight minute span and rolled to a 41-13 victory over Mt. Hope on Thanksgiving Day.   The Huskies and Eagles … more
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Luke Bavier (left), Payton Murphy, Ryan Valentine, Dan Lemos and their teammates celebrate with the Thanksgiving game trophy after whalloping Mt. Hope 41-13 at Roger Dietz Field on Thursday. Stay tuned for a full story online and in the Barrington Times and Bristol Phoenix.
Photos: Barrington wallops Mt. Hope 41-13 in Thanksgiving Day game
Barrington rolled over Mt. Hope 41-13 in the annual Thanksgiving Day game in front of  a packed crowd at Roger Dietz Field on Thursday.  Stay tuned for a full story online and in the … more
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The 12 Days of Christmas Eve, starring Kelsey Grammer, was written by Barrington native Eirene Tran Donohue. It premiers Saturday night.
Barrington native's scripts become Lifetime holiday movies
Three movies written by Barrington native Eirene Tran Donohue are being aired on the Lifetime network over the Thanksgiving weekend. • “Sugar and Spice” was re-broadcast on … more
Betty Genetti (center, holding Happy sign) celebrates her 100th birthday with her family on Sunday afternoon.
A big birthday for a longtime Barrington resident
Staying active? Keeping a garden? Eating turnips and Brussels sprouts? Betty Genetti laughed a bit when asked if there was a secret to her longevity — the longtime Barrington … more
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Little Compton native Emily Mushen (foreground), shown here with thrift store employees Louise Dion and Kelly Pianka, is taking over the helm as the new director of the East Bay Food Pantry.
New food pantry director takes the lead in a time of need
As a longtime volunteer at the East Bay Food Pantry, Emily Mushen knew the organization well, so when the prior director decided to step down, it was a smooth transition. more
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Letter: Thank you for supporting League candidate forums
To the editor: The League of Women Voters of Rhode Island would like to thank the candidates who participated and citizens who sent in questions for our forums in Bristol, Warren, Barrington and … more
The Mt. Hope Bridge will be subject to a feasibility study for the possible construction of anti-suicide barriers.
Study for Mt. Hope Bridge suicide barrier approved
Suicide prevention advocates say that progress is not happening fast enough on a measure to prevent suicides from Rhode Island's prominent bridges. more
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Barrington’s rushing attack this season has relied heavily on Payton Murphy (32), shown picking up a first down earlier this season.
Huskies’ warning to Eagles: ‘We feel good about our chances’
Can the Barrington High School football team make it six in a row? As Thanksgiving Day approaches, football fans across the East Bay may be wondering if the Eagles will continue their recent … more
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Barrington Times - Tuesday, November 22, 2022
Letter: East Bay area needs its own hospital
To the editor: Thomas Paine, the often quoted colonial newsman, once wrote, "If you are afraid to offend, you can't be honest.” Hospitals across the river and the Washington Bridge … more
Board of Elections certifies 2022 election results in Rhode Island
CRANSTON —  At a public meeting held Tuesday afternoon, Nov. 22, the members of the Rhode Island Board of Elections voted unanimously to certify the results of the Rhode Island 2022 … more
Barrington High School senior student-athletes (from left to right) Zoe Webster, Emily Ford, Nathan Greenberg and Cole Vieira pose for a photo before signing their National Letters of Intent during a special ceremony in the high school gym.
Four Eagle standouts sign their letters of intent
Wednesday, Nov. 9, was a special day for four Barrington High School student-athletes. Shortly after classes dismissed for the day, Nathan Greenberg, Emily Ford, Zoe Webster and Cole Vieira met … more
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Witness a shifting of the tectonic plates in R.I. politics
STORY OF THE WEEK: Every now and then, the tectonic plates of Rhode Island politics shift, as campaign season fades and a fresh batch of leaders takes on new roles. We’re seeing that to some … more
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Review finds no discrepancies with 2022 election results
CRANSTON — The Rhode Island Board of Elections completed its Risk Limiting Audit (RLA) of the state’s 2022 General Election results on Monday, Nov. 21. Results indicate no election … more
Police: Contractor had tagged, tracked Barrington woman
A Barrington resident stopped into the Barrington Police Station on Tuesday, Nov. 15 to report a suspicious condition — the woman told police she had received a notification on her iPhone that … more
The author (second from left) and others caught this 11-foot thresher shark southeast of Newport, within sight of land, back in September. Anglers are seeing obvious changes in the local fishery, with cold-water fish like lobster and winter flounder migrating north, and warm-water bait fish like squid and mackerel moving in, attracting more sharks and tuna than ever before.
Op-Ed: We need climate-ready fisheries now
In Rhode Island, fisheries play a huge role in our economy and our way of life, but lately, we are seeing some concerning trends in our local fisheries. Anglers are experiencing climate impacts on … more
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