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Belton Court mansion, with its windows and doors boarded up.
Police: Out-of-state teens trespassing at Zion property
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
Nathaniel Dempsey, 41, of Warren, plays guitar and totes his Jesus sign on Main Street in Warren.
A conversation with the East Bay 'street preacher'
You've likely seen Nathaniel Dempsey walking miles many days to spread his message; but what exactly is it? more
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A large pine tree broke during Monday morning’s storm and fell across wires at the intersection of Middle Highway and Route 103.
In Barrington, storm downs tree that snaps pole that snarls traffic
Barrington nearly escaped a powerful weekend storm unscathed. Nearly.   Just before 7 a.m. on Monday morning, a large pine tree located near the intersection of Middle Highway and Route 103 … more
Providence Country Day School announces second trimester honor roll
Providence Country Day School has named the students who have earned recognition on the 2023-2024 second trimester honor roll. For Middle School (Classes of 2027-2030), High Honors is all grades … more
Steven Richard with a presentation check, in a Mass Lottery photo.
Barrington man wins $4 million in ticket bought in Westport
A Barrington man is an instant millionaire after winning a cool $4 million on a scratch ticket his father bought for him at a Westport deli late last month. Steven Richard was given the winning … more
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A recent gift from Barrington resident Ronald Russo will pay for new trail motion cameras for the Terrapin Conservation Project and cover the cost of the project’s summer interns.
Gift protects nature in Barrington, promotes leadership
Ronald D. Russo, a prominent designer and inventor of medical devices, recently contributed more than $6,000 to the Barrington Land Conservation Trust to support a variety of initiatives relating to … more
Barrington municipal budget calls for two new positions
In what could be the last financial town meeting ever in Barrington, residents will be asked to approve a $65.8 million school budget, a $21.8 million municipal budget, and a $5 million bond. … more
Ari Dulchinos has been selected as a 2020 National Merit Scholarship winner. The Barrington High School senior will attend MIT in the fall.
Barrington student wins National Merit Scholarship
Ari Dulchinos received some very good news recently. The Barrington High School senior learned that she had been selected as a 2020 National Merit Scholarship winner. Earning the scholarship … more
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Raimondo: Virus illustrates need for big changes in state’s health care system
Though the numbers are trending down, Covid-19 is still very much present in Rhode Island, Gov. Gina Raimondo said during her daily briefing Thursday.  Since Wednesday, 14 more Rhode … more
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Barrington officials want to hear from residents as the town moves forward with prioritizing roadway projects and seeking funds for construction in the coming years.
How do you feel about Barrington's ‘Complete Streets’ plan?
Barrington officials are seeking resident input on sidewalks and bikeways.   The town’s “Complete Streets” plan was drafted in 2021, and approved by the Planning Board in … more
Attorney Sara Rapport is pictured at an appeal hearing for three teachers who were fired by the Barrington School Department after their requests for religious exemptions to the district’s vaccine mandate were denied. The Barrington School Committee is now looking for new legal representation.
Barrington Schools go shopping for new legal counsel
The Barrington School Committee is looking for new legal representation.   Listed on the agenda for Thursday night’s meeting is a report from the superintendent regarding an RFP … more
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Barrington Pop Warner Junior Varsity Level 2 performs at nationals in December. BPW has sent cheer teams to nationals for four straight years.
National contenders, four years and running
The Barrington Pop Warner cheerleading squads had another successful trip to the National Championships in Orlando, Fla. this past December. The Barrington Pop Warner Junior Varsity level 1 and … more
Neal and the Vipers play a show at Latham Park in Barrington earlier this summer. The concert series has moved to Barrington Beach.
Barrington Beach parking is resident-only for next three Sundays
Barrington officials are enacting new restrictions at the town beach, following an overcrowded parking situation last Sunday.   Barrington Recreation Department Director Michele Geremia … more
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Barrington Police investigating house break, burglary
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
Barrington Police charged a Warwick man with DUI after he drove his pickup truck into an office building on Saturday night.
Truck crashes into building in Barrington
Barrington Police charged a Warwick man with DUI after he drove his pickup truck into a Barrington office building at 11 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16.   Police charged Jacob Frazier, 30, of … more
Gwen Green (left) battles an opponent for a loose ball during a game between Barrington’s U10 Argentina team and Lenox, Mass. FC at Barrington High School on Sunday.
Soccer teams turn out for Barrington's BIT tournament
More than 100 youth soccer teams from across three states rolled into Barrington last weekend for the Barrington Invitational Tournament.   Barrington Youth Soccer Association hosted the … more
Portsmouth High’s Kyle Bielawa goes in for a layup after breaking away toward the hoop against Barrington Thursday night at home.
Portsmouth loses lead and game to Barrington, 66-59
PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth High School boys’ basketball team came close to handing Barrington only its second loss of the season, but in the end it was not to be. The Patriots enjoyed … more
Barrington Schools seeking a $3.1 million budget increase
Barrington School officials are proposing a $3.1 million increase for the proposed school budget.   The $3.1 million bump, if approved by voters at this year’s Financial Town Meeting, … more
JJ Renaud delivers a pitch for the Riverside Post 10 Juniors in their 2024 American Legion Baseball opener against Cranston Post 20 on June 12.
Post 10 squads ready for start of 2024 Legion Baseball league slates
EAST PROVIDENCE — The respective Riverside Post 10 teams, sponsored in part by the ATC (Athletes turned Champion) performance center owned and operated by East Providence High School coach … more
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Audrey Paxton fires a strike toward the plate during Barrington's 11-3 win over Portsmouth in the first game of the District 2 finals.
Barrington Senior Softball All Stars build early lead, roll to 11-3 win
The Barrington Senior Division Softball All Star team defeated Portsmouth 11-3 in the first game of the District 2 finals on Monday night, June 24. Audrey Paxton pitched seven strong innings for … more
The Barrington real estate market has been busy — this Payne Road home sold recently.
Barrington real estate rebounds in May
Single family home sales were down 25 percent in Warren in a comparison of last May to this May. They were down 37 percent in Bristol, 38 percent in East Providence and 44 percent in … more
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Aseel Al-Sinayyid brings food to customers at Prince Ali’s Kabob on Sowams Road in Barrington. Council member Carl Kustell worked with the owners of Prince Ali’s Kabob and the Montessori School, helping them find common ground over the issuance of a liquor license.
Common ground found on Sowams Road in Barrington
A member of the Barrington Town Council served as a negotiator for two local businesses recently.   Carl Kustell worked with the owners of Prince Ali’s Kabob and the Montessori … more
Parent questions Barrington’s mandate, says vaccinated teachers are testing positive
A Barrington resident recently asked school committee members how many fully-vaccinated teachers in Barrington were currently out of school after testing positive for Covid-19. The resident, Kiela … more
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Barrington resident Susannah Holloway (left) shares her concerns about the proposed new school construction during a school building committee meeting.
Resident asks Barrington Town Council to intervene in school plans
Susannah Holloway approached the Barrington Town Council last week, asking for the group to intervene in the school district’s plans to build new elementary schools in town.   … more
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Members of the Falcons hold their trophies after winning the 10U championship on Sunday. The Falcons defeated the Saints in the first round and then beat the Bucs in the championship game.
Flag football champions crowned in Barrington
The Giants, Falcons, Niners and Chiefs celebrated championships on Sunday, Nov. 13. The four teams each won division titles for the Barrington Pop Warner Fall Flag Football season. The games were … more
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