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Dylan Menante eyes an approach shot during the final round of the 2022 Northeast Amateur Invitational at Wannamoisett Country Club in East Providence.

Two-time champ Menante returns to defend title at 2023 Northeast Amateur

EAST PROVIDENCE — Two-time reigning champion Dylan Menante returns to defend his title when the 61st Northeast Amateur Invitational golf tournament tees off at Wannamoisett Country Club June … more

By Mike Rego | 6/21/23

David Silva, Chris Zingg and Taylor Benton have big plans for the former 2nd Story Theatre on Market Street in Warren. And those plans have local theater groups feeling very excited.

In Your Ear moves into former 2nd Story Theatre — and they've got big plans

Just a few short months ago, local theater advocates were close to mourning the death of 2nd Story Theatre. Today, thanks to a local vinyl shop, they have reason to hope and rejoice again. more

By Ethan Hartley | 6/21/23

The Barrington Business and Community Association farmers markets will take place on five Thursday afternoons this summer.

Farmers markets start later this month in Barrington

St. John’s Church will host a series of farmers markets this summer. The first is scheduled for Thursday, June 29. Sponsored by the Barrington Business and Community Association, the … more

6/20/23

A dog wearing a life vest stands on Barrington Beach looking out toward the water. Dogs are not allowed on the section of the beach that runs from Water Way east to Beach Road.

At Barrington Beach: No dogs allowed

Town officials are reminding people that dogs are not allowed on Barrington Beach during the summer season. More specifically, dogs are not allowed on the section of beach that runs from Water … more

By Josh Bickford | 6/20/23

Barrington’s Scott Sloan won a gold medal in the javelin at the recent USATF New England Youth Spring Invitational, and finished second in the Rising Stars division at the New Balance Nationals last weekend.

Barrington athlete competes at track nationals

Barrington’s Scott Sloan, a 16-year-old junior at the Wheeler School, won gold in the javelin at the recent USATF New England Youth Spring Invitational in Wenham, Mass., with a personal best … more

6/19/23

The Chargers celebrate their 6U Division Championship earlier this month.

Championship Sunday yields flag football champs in Barrington

Barrington Pop Warner and Barrington Flag Football hosted “Championship Sunday” earlier this month at Chianese Field. Twenty four teams competed for the five division … more

6/19/23

Rep. Terri Cortvriend walks along the shoreline in front of Baker Road homes on the west side of Portsmouth back in March. Her bill establishing that the public area of the shoreline is 10 feet landward of the recognizable high tide line is now awaiting the governor’s signature.

Bill clarifying public shoreline access clears Assembly

PROVIDENCE — The General Assembly Thursday approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Terri Cortvriend and Sen. Mark P. McKenney to establish that the public area of the shoreline is 10 feet … more

6/16/23

Should businesses that operate for short periods of time in town, such as the one that served drinks at a film festival two years ago, be required to complete the town’s liquor training program?

Bad for business? EDC wants to end Barrington’s liquor training program

Members of the Economic Development Commission would to see Barrington’s liquor training requirement eliminated. The EDC passed a motion recommending that action nearly a year ago, … more

By Josh Bickford | 6/16/23

The Ocean Race VO65 Sprint Cup 2022-23 - 11 June 2023, Leg 6 Day 3 onboard Team Malizia. Team Holcim - PRB and 11th Hour Racing Team arriving to The Hague.

11th Hour Racing hit and severely damaged during final leg of Ocean Race

Charlie Enright and the 11th Hour Racing crew were involved in a collision with a fellow racing team, GUYOT Environnement, shortly after embarking on the final leg of the 2023 Ocean Race. more

6/15/23

JR Breen competes in the sack race event during the Lime Cluster Field Day at Barrington Middle School on Friday.

Barrington Middle School students focus on fun at Field Day

Students in the Lime Cluster at Barrington Middle School enjoyed plenty of outdoor activities at last week's Field Day. The event included a sponge race, Capture The Flag, bocce, basketball … more

6/15/23

‘United With Pride’ event planned for June 24 in Barrington

An event will be held at Barrington Town Hall on June 24 at 1 p.m. to celebrate Pride Month. “United With Pride” will include a rally, ceremonial flag-raising, and an … more

6/15/23

Max Oberacker spikes the ball past a Lincoln defender.

Lions upset Eagles in boys volleyball playoffs

The Barrington High School boys volleyball team lost to Lincoln in five sets in the Division II playoff semifinals last week. The Lions won 3-2; the game scores were 25-22, 23-25, 20-25, 25-16, … more

6/14/23

Barrington's Ethan Knight (center) clears a hurdle in the 110-meter hurdles event at the state track championship. Knight finished fifth at the New England Track and Field Championships.

BHS athletes compete at New England Track Championships

Three members of the Barrington High School girls track team placed in their respective events at the New England Track and Field Championships in Bangor, Maine last weekend. Eva Garofano … more

6/14/23

Barrington Police to residents: Expect more party patrols

The Barrington Police Department is stepping up its efforts to combat underage drinking in the community. Barrington Police Chief Michael Correia said Barrington parents and their children … more

By Josh Bickford | 6/14/23

11th Hour Racing Team winning Leg 6 in The Hague, June 03 2023.

Enright and crew win Leg 5 of the Ocean Race

Skipper Charlie Enright and the 11th Hour Racing Team won their third leg in a row, finishing Leg 6 of The Ocean Race 2022-23 in first place, arriving into The Hague, The Netherlands on Sunday … more

Ocean Race reports | 6/13/23

Police: Graffiti was ‘an activist statement’ not hate crime

On Wednesday, June 7, Barrington Police investigated some graffiti written in blue chalk on a section of curb outside Barrington Middle School. The graffiti said “No Blacks!” Police … more

6/13/23

Barrington’s Owen Pfeffer delivers a pitch with runners on base.

Eagles eliminated after 7-2 loss to Avengers

The Barrington High School baseball team lost to East Greenwich 7-2 on Friday, June 9, and was eliminated from the Division II playoffs. The Eagles allowed a run in the first inning, but … more

6/12/23

Graduates in the St. Mary Academy-Bay View Class of 2023 enter the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in Providence for commencement on Monday, June 5.

St. Mary Academy-Bay View celebrates 147th Commencement

PROVIDENCE — On Monday evening, June 5, St. Mary Academy – Bay View graduated its Class of 2023 at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul. Each of the 49 graduates have been accepted to … more

6/12/23

Members of St. Andrew’s School’s Class of 2023 toss their caps into the air following their graduation.

St. Andrew’s graduation: ‘We all have mountains to climb’

St. Andrew’s School celebrated its Class of 2023 with a commencement ceremony on Saturday, June 3. The Class of 2023 includes 53 students hailing from five states and 10 countries. St. … more

6/12/23

Sandy Gorham (left) and Noah Kranowitz receive awards at the recent Emo DiNitto/RI Chapter of the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame awards banquet.

Barrington High School coach and player earn football honors

Barrington High School football coach Sandy Gorham received a special honor at the recent Emo DiNitto/RI Chapter of the National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame awards banquet. … more

6/8/23

The Eagles' Harrison Cooley, shown pitching in an earlier playoff game, struck out seven East Greenwich batters in Barrington's 5-4 victory on Wednesday, June 7.

Eagles and Avengers headed for Friday showdown

The Barrington High School baseball team defeated East Greenwich 5-4 in a Division II playoff game on Wednesday night, June 7, and forced a winner-take-all showdown for Friday afternoon. … more

By Josh Bickford | 6/8/23

Joe Pine dedicated 27 years of his life working as a patrolman and senior citizen liaison officer before retiring in 2002.

Longtime Barrington Police Officer passes away

The Barrington community was shocked to learn of the sudden death of retired Barrington Police officer Joseph E. “Joe” Pine Jr., who passed from this world unexpectedly on May 27. He was … more

BY MANUEL C. “MANNY” CORREIRA | 6/8/23

The Sowams School tour is Monday, June 12.

Barrington Schools hosting ‘Construction Workshop Week’

The Barrington School Building Committee is hosting “Construction Workshop Week” from June 12 to 15. The event is part of the district’s work preparing for future school … more

6/7/23

No. 3 singles player, Jeremy Kuo rallies with a LaSalle opponent during the Division I finals, Saturday.

Barrington High School loses to LaSalle in tennis finals

As the regular season drew to a close, the Barrington High School boys tennis team picked up an impressive win over LaSalle Academy. The victory propelled Barrington as it headed into the … more

6/7/23

Barrington Police Officers Regan Jefferey (left), Kelsey Maynard (center) and Sean Murphy (right) carry the Special Olympics torch to East Providence, during the recent torch run.

Barrington Police and Fire help with Torch Run

Members of the Barrington Police and Fire Departments showed their support for Rhode Island Special Olympics by participating in the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run earlier this month. Local … more

6/7/23