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Stephanie Hines, Brittany DiOrio and Kerri Thurber (from left to right), shown in a previous appeal hearing, filed a lawsuit against the National Education Association, NEARI, and NEA-Barrington that alleges the unions failed to represent them during their ordeal with the Barrington School Department.
Former Barrington teachers file lawsuit against unions
Brittany DiOrio, Stephanie Hines and Kerri Thurber are suing the national, state and local teachers unions.   The three former Barrington teachers lost their jobs after violating the school … more
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Enright and crew fall to second place, may have hit a whale
Charlie Enright and the 11th Hour Racing team hit an object suspected to be a marine mammal or megafauna  while racing to Aarhus, Denmark, durng Leg 5 early Thursday morning, according to Ocean … more
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Barrington Town Council member Braxton Cloutier offers some reasons for the stipend increase during the May 24 financial town meeting.
Motion approved: Council stipends double in Barrington
On a night when voters determined a total town budget of more than $91 million, a motion for just $5,000 led to a spirited debate.   The resolution, part of the financial town meeting on … more
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Barrington High School's Anna Lombardi advances the ball toward the goal.
Eagles start strong, hold on for playoff victory
The Barrington High School girls lacrosse team sprinted to a commanding lead against LaSalle and held on for a 19-15 win in the quarterfinals of the Division I playoffs on Wednesday night, May 24. … more
The East Bay Bike Path portion at Riverside Square will soon be lighted after the city was selected for a Rhode Island Commerce "RI Rebounds" grant.
East Bay Bike Path portion at Riverside Square will soon be illuminated
EAST PROVIDENCE — A quaint part of the East Bay Pike Path that slices through Riverside Square, one that is often traversed in the darkness of the evening hours, will soon be illuminated. … more
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Thomas “TR” Rimoshytus said residents wanted to see more teachers hired, not more administrators.
Barrington FTM voters: Use school budget increase for teachers
Barrington residents voted to raise the school budget increase from $2.5 million to $2.7 million at Wednesday night’s financial town meeting. Some taxpayers asked school officials to … more
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Maddox Godwin, shown earlier this season, had 17 kills and 13 digs in the Eagles' win over Cranston West.
Eagles rally to defeat Falcons in D-II volleyball showdown
Last week was a big week for BHS volleyball. The Eagles faced off against two tough opponents and defeated both of them.   On Tuesday, May 16, Barrington knocked off Westerly 3-1, and on … more
Ethan Knight (middle), shown competing in the Eastern Division Track Championship, won the 110-meter hurdles in the Class B Championship.
Barrington boys win Class B Track Championship
The Barrington High School track teams fared well over the weekend. The boys team won the Class B Championship, while the girls finished second in their respective Class B title meet. The … more
Members of the Barrington High School and Mt. Hope High School baseball teams pose for a photo following Sunday's game.
East Bay baseball teams rally to fight cancer
The Barrington High School baseball team defeated Mt. Hope 9-3 in a non-league game on Sunday, May 21. The Eagles and Huskies use the game as a fund-raiser — all money raised at the game … more
Cole Vieira, shown in an earlier match this season, led the Eagles to wins over Tiverton and Rogers recently.
Barrington golf team continues to win
The Barrington High School golf team defeated Tiverton and Rogers on May 16. The Eagles finished with a low team score of 162, while the Tigers were second at 218 and the Vikings were third at 232. … more
Matt Davis dives safely into third base while competing against Mount St. Charles, Thursday.
Eagles bash Mounties on Senior Day
The Barrington High School baseball team bounced back from a recent loss to defeat Mount St. Charles 16-5 on BHS Senior Day.   The Eagles tallied 14 hits, led by Quinn Murphy who hit for … more
Moms Madeline Crowell (left) and Katie Grifka (second from right), of Bristol, went to the Sunday show with their daughters, Sophia and Alana Crowell, and Gabriella and Giuliana Grifka. Madline wrote: “The concert was incredible! Wow, what a show!”
Readers rave after a weekend with Taylor Swift
At times last weekend, it seemed like everyone was either going to one of the three Taylor Swift concerts at Gillette Stadium, was talking to someone who was going, or was “Liking” a post … more
A runner taunts his family while trying to get as muddy as possible in Hampden Meadow's "Tough Tiger" race.
Huge crowd turns out for Tough Tiger in Barrington
Maybe it was the beautiful weather. Maybe it was the exciting course. Or maybe it was the promise of a bubble bath that drew more than 1,000 people to the annual Hampden Meadows School Tough … more
Skipper Charlie Enright takes in the view of the throng of fans on land and boat from Mālama’s bowsprit during the Leg 5 start of the Ocean Race 2023 on Sunday.
Enright and Ocean Race fleet leave Newport to embark on Leg 5
The shorelines along Newport and Jamestown were jam packed with cheering fans and the bay was crammed with spectator boats blasting their horns as 11th Hour Racing skipper Charlie Enright and the … more
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Barrington’s Julia Little sits with John Cariani, who plays the role of her father in the production of Ragtime.
Little girl with big dreams performs at Symphony Hall
Barrington resident Julia Little is living out her dream — the nine-year-old recently performed in Ragtime at Symphony Hall in Boston and will take her talents to Tanglewood this summer. … more
Organizers announced changes to Saturday’s schedule at Ocean Live Park due to a forecast of severe weather, including strong winds and torrential rain.
Ocean Race park makes changes to weekend schedule due to weather
NEWPORT, R.I. (May 19, 2023) — Organizers announced changes to Saturday’s schedule at Ocean Live Park due to a forecast of severe weather, including strong winds and torrential rain. … more
Barrington resident Thomas "TR" Rimoshytus, shown at last year's financial town meeting, withdrew his motion for the upcoming FTM after he got a call from the Town Manager.
Resident withdraws FTM motion after getting call from Town Manager
Town Manager Phil Hervey called a Barrington resident on Thursday, May 18, and recommended he withdraw his motion from the upcoming financial town meeting. Thomas “TR” Rimoshytus … more
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Quinn McNamara (left) and Jake Ignall celebrate following a Barrington goal.
Barrington boys lacrosse spoils Senior Night at Portsmouth
What started out as Portsmouth’s Senior Night, ended as Quinn McNamara night.   The Barrington High School junior midfielder scored six goals to lead the Eagles to a 16-10 win over … more
Gov. Dan McKee, seated, signed the Equality in Abortion Coverage Act, with sponsors Katherine Kazarian (D-House Dist. 63, East Providence Pawtucket) , to the left of him holding bill, and Sen. Bridget Valverde, to his right holding bill. At left is House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi and at right is Senate Majority Leader Ryan W. Pearson.
Rhode Island General Assembly passes Equality in Abortion Coverage Act
PROVIDENCE — A signature piece of legislation a local lawmaker has been trying to help gain passage in the Rhode Island General Assembly over the last several sessions finally occurred … more
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Young competitors crawl through the mud en route to the finish line at a previous year’s Tough Tiger.
Barrington school's adventure race is this weekend
The Hampden Meadows School Tough Tiger adventure race will step off this Sunday, May 21. The race will feature two routes and plenty of fun obstacles. There is a 1.5-mile course that starts at … more
Olga Lopez (left) helps Save The Bay’s Wenley Ferguson plant salt tolerant shrubs at Walker Farm earlier this month.
Volunteers help shore up the shoreline in Barrington
Improvements to Walker Farm continued earlier this month when teams of volunteers worked on restoring the natural habitat at the waterfront park.   Save The Bay is partnering with the Town … more
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Bayside Family YMCA swim coach Jennifer Baker (second row, middle) was recently named National Swimming Coach of the Year by YMCA USA.
Bayside Family YMCA swim coach earns national award
Bayside Family YMCA swim coach Jennifer Baker has been named National Swimming Coach of the Year by YMCA USA. Each year YMCA USA recognizes a dedicated swim coach who promotes achievement, … more
Barrington's Violet Gagliano, shown during the Eagles' game against South Kingstown, had five goals, three assists and nine draw controls in the win over Portsmouth.
Eagles celebrate seniors with win over Portsmouth
The Barrington High School girls lacrosse team stretched its win streak to six with a 21-14 victory over Portsmouth on Monday night, May 15.   The Eagles’ record improved to 11-2 with … more
Gabe Tanous, shown in a game earlier this season, had a hit in the Eagles' game against Narragansett on Tuesday.
Win streak snapped — Barrington baseball loses to Narragansett
The Barrington High School baseball team lost to Narragansett 3-2 on Tuesday, May 16. The Eagles had reeled off 12 straight wins and locked up a first round bye in the Division II playoffs, … more
Police investigate report of suspicious person on BHS campus
Barrington Police responded quickly to a report of a suspicious person spotted on the Barrington High School campus Wednesday morning, May 17. At about 10 a.m., school officials received … more
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