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Barrington resident George Voutes successfully proposed a new rebate program for battery-powered lawn equipment — the program is funded with $25,000 in taxpayer money.
Resident aims to eliminate gas-powered leaf blowers
George Voutes was looking for an audience.   The Barrington resident knew exactly what he was doing when he stood up during the financial town meeting in late May and pitched his idea for a … more
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The gunnade, recovered from the bottom of the St. Lawrence River and later fulled restored, fires a blast on a previous Fourth of July.
In Barrington, this is what history sounds like
On July 4, Chad Mellen will fire off a piece of history. Mellen, a Barrington resident, will light a 660-pound naval cannon that dates back to the War of 1812.   Mellen said the cannon … more
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Windsurfers cut across the water on a perfectly windy afternoon.
High-stakes racing on Mt. Hope Bay
Many of the best youth sailors in the world spent this week zipping across the waters of Mount Hope Bay, off the shore from Roger Williams University. The university and U.S. Sailing hosted the U.S. … more
Tiverton players celebrate after beating Barrington 8-3 to win the District 2 title at Barrington High School on Wednesday night.
Tiverton 12U softball wins District 2 title
The Tiverton 12U softball all-stars beat Barrington 8-3 in a game three showdown to take the District 2 championship at Barrington High School on Wednesday night.  Tiverton ace Liliana Luis … more
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A new Starbucks in Barrington will include a drive-through lane and an outdoor patio.
New Starbucks taking shape in Barrington Shopping Center
Work is well underway on a new Starbucks in the Barrington Shopping Center. And according to officials close to the project, the new coffee shop should be opening this fall.   Joe … more
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Enright and crew win Ocean Race — first-ever for a U.S. team
11th Hour Racing Team has won The Ocean Race 2022-23, the world’s longest and toughest team sporting event - the first time a US team has won in the 50-year history of the Race.   … more
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The Barrington Business and Community Association farmers markets will take place on five Thursday afternoons this summer. The first takes place today, June 29.
Series of farmers markets kicks off today in Barrington
St. John’s Church will host a series of farmers markets this summer. The first is scheduled for today, Thursday, June 29. Today's farmers market will feature 34 vendors, and also feature … more
Left in limbo – the dreaded college application 'waitlist'
More students are applying to more U.S. colleges and universities than ever before, according to reporting from The Common App, an organization that has dramatically altered the college application … more
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Volunteers needed for Charter Review Commission in Barrington
The Barrington Town Council is looking for volunteers to serve on a number of boards and commissions, and nine to 12 residents for the Barrington Charter Review Commission. Those who are … more
Gallery: Rumford, Barrington 2023 Major Baseball All Stars
EAST PROVIDENCE — The stays for the city entries into the 2023 District 2 Little League Major Baseball Division All Star tournament were brief as both the Rumford and East Providence … more
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Tom Army
R.I. Hockey Hall acknowledges Army's lifetime achievements in the game
The Rhode Island Hockey Hall of Fame recently named East Providence’s Tom Army as the recipient of the 2023 Malcolm Greene Chace Memorial Trophy recognizing “Achievement & Outstanding … more
Barrington teammates swarm Ava Lucas (right) after the game. The pitcher threw a no hitter and struck out 10, allowing just 3 walks and no runs. She also hit a triple and scored in the second inning.
Barrington All-Stars win pitcher's duel, force deciding game
The Barrington 12U All-Star softball team beat Tiverton 2-0 in the District II semifinal game at Tiverton High School on Tuesday night, June 27. more
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Barrington High School graduate Sam Tanous finished second on the Massasoit Community College baseball team with a .471 batting average and in hits with 45.
Barrington product shines on college diamond
Maybe Barrington’s Sam Tanous wasn’t born with a bat and ball in his cradle, but given the season he just had at Massasoit Community College and his 2022 season with the Bluefield Ridge … more
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Barrington’s Sean Caldarella uncorks a pitch toward the plate.
Barrington 12U All-Star baseball team drops tournament opener
The Barrington 12U All-Star baseball team lost to Portsmouth 4-3 in the District 2 tournament opener on Monday, June 26. Barrington was scheduled to play an elimination bracket game against Rumford … more
Owen Windley, here throwing a curveball to a Barrington hitter Monday night, entered the game after starting pitcher Cullen Tesa was roughed up for three runs in the second inning.
Portsmouth All-Stars come from behind to beat Barrington
BARRINGTON — The Portsmouth Little League 12-U All-Stars showed some moxie in defeating Barrington, 4-3, at Sherwood Field in Barrington Monday night. more
Nayatt School parents push to save multi-age classroom program
Sara Adams stood outside Barrington Middle School on Thursday night, June 22, holding a small homemade sign that pleaded: Save Nayatt’s MAC. Adams hoped her sign would catch the attention … more
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Barrington’s Kate Shields, shown playing for Bay View girls lacrosse, serves as an ambassador for Morgan’s Message — a nonprofit organization that aims to create awareness regarding the need for open communication about mental health amongst student athletes.
Lacrosse standout is ambassador for Morgan’s Message
Barrington’s Kate Shields recently finished her junior year at Bay View Academy in East Providence. The All-State girls lacrosse goalie has verbally committed to play lacrosse at the University … more
Rep. Jennifer Boylan sponsored a bill that permits someone to vote in a primary election as long as they are registered to vote and will be 18 by the time of the general election.
Local legislator’s bill allows some 17-year-olds to vote in primaries
Legislation sponsored by a Barrington legislator will open the door for some 17-year-olds to vote in primary elections.   Rep. Jennifer Boylan (D-District 66, Barrington and East … more
Teammates lineup to celebrate with pitcher Liliana Luis after she threw a perfect game. The Tiverton 12U all stars beat Barrington 2-0 at Town Farm Field on Thursday and move on to the finals on Tuesday night.
Luis pitches perfect game as Tiverton tops Barrington 2-0
The Tiverton softball 12U all-stars edged Barrington 2-0 in a District 2 game on Thursday night. Tiverton’s Liliana Luis pitched a perfect game, striking out 15 and allowing 0 hits and 0 walks. … more
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Life jackets are now mandatory for all kayakers
“It’s mandatory now,” Hunt said. “You have to have a lifejacket on… Even if you’re 70 years old and you don’t care, you have to have a life jacket on.” more
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The School Committee recently selected the firm, Tecton Architects, to handle the design work for upcoming school construction. Pictured is a middle school in Connecticut that was designed by Tecton.
Barrington selects Tecton Architects for school construction work
The Barrington School Committee voted unanimously to enter contract negotiations with Tecton Architects to spearhead the district’s ongoing construction design work. The Committee voted … more
The Ocean Race 2022-23 - 13 June 2023. IMOCA In-Port Race in the The Hague. 11th Hour Racing Team.
After crash, Enright and crew get back in the race
It could have been one of the tightest of Ocean Races with the top two boats dueling till the finish. Instead, skipper Ben Schwartz and Holcim PRB are leading Leg 7, currently in second place with 31 … more
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Deb Nyser, shown at an earlier Planning Board meeting, told Town Council members she was feeling scolded for not knowing how to locate the monastery FAQ document online.
Monastery discussion leads to lesson in online navigation
A discussion about the former Carmelite monastery property spun into a lesson on how to access Barrington Town Council documents. Members of the Council had earlier requested town administrators … more
Paige Barbour, shown speaking at an earlier meeting focused on the monastery property, questioned some of the information provided in the town’s FAQ document.
Barrington resident has questions about monastery FAQ document
Paige Barbour was hoping the town’s FAQ (frequently asked questions) about the former Carmelite monastery property would clear up some of the uncertainty about the seven-acre parcel located on … more
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Barrington Police charge Lincoln man with child endangerment
A search for a missing 12-year-old Barrington girl eventually led to the arrest of a 34-year-old Lincoln man. A Barrington resident called 911 at about 1:20 a.m. on Sunday, June 18 to report a … more
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