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This image shows what the exterior of the proposed Chipotle restaurant in Barrington will look like from County Road.
Barrington Planning Board delivers approval to Chipotle plan
The Barrington Planning Board has approved a plan to build a new Chipotle restaurant on County Road. The unanimous vote, taken during a meeting on Tuesday night, March 7, advances the Chipotle … more
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RIFC names Smith as franchise’s first head coach, general manager
PAWTUCKET — Khano Smith has been named the first head coach and general manager for Rhode Island Football Club, the expansion franchise announced in a release Wednesday, March 8. Smith is a … more
Goalie Dominic Bruzzi deflects a shot while battling Hendricken in game two of the Division 1 quarterfinals, Sunday.
Hawks sweep Eagles out of hockey playoffs
The Barrington High School boys hockey team was eliminated from the quarterfinals of the Division I playoffs over the weekend, falling to the top-seeded Bishop Hendicken Hawks in two straight games. … more
Dan Coogan goes up for a shot during the second half of Sunday's "Elite 8" match against Middletown.
Barrington boys lose to Middletown in Elite Eight showdown
Frustration. Disappointment. Pain. Take your pick but each of these nouns can describe the feeling of the No. 5 Barrington High boys’ basketball team after a 65-59 loss to No. 4 Middletown … more
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Barrington School Committee: Vaccine policy to be amended
The Barrington School Committee will be changing the district’s Covid-19 policy.  more
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Riverside resident Dave Tanury had a guitar long before he learned how to play it. Once he did, he never stopped. His wild success with the band Rizzz in the 1970s and ’80s led to his eventual induction into the Rhode Island Music Hall of Fame.
Meet Dave Tanury: From chorus, to guitars, to a Hall of Fame career
At a recent sit down over coffee at Borealis, in his hometown of Riverside, R.I., legendary guitarist, singer, songwriter Dave Tanury reflected on his life and career in music. It’s a career … more
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Homeless encampment in Barrington ordered to clear out
Three homeless men living in the woods behind the Bayside YMCA have 30 days to clear out.  On Wednesday, March 1, Barrington Police officers hiked into the Veterans Park woods and served … more
The BHS girls swim team celebrates its state championship with Coach Sandy Gorham on Saturday, March 4.
Barrington swimmers dominate at states
Twice as nice.   For the second straight year, the Barrington High School boys and girls swim teams won state championships. Eagles Coach Sandy Gorham credited the team-first approach … more
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Matt Raffa barrels through the North Smithfield defense to reach the hoop.
Eagles eliminate Northmen, earn a trip to the Elite Eight
Fourth-seeded Barrington survived a scare from 13th-seeded North Smithfield, 56-52, in the first round of the state open tournament. The Division I Eagles, playing in front of a home crowd on … more
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Barrington's Lara Tolley competes in a swim meet earlier this season.
BHS swim teams prepare for state championship meets
The Barrington High School boys and girls swim teams finished second at their respective Division I Championship meets last weekend. The BHS boys team finished second behind Bishop Hendricken. … more
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Barrington Council approves bids for defibrillators, wi-fi upgrade and more
During its recent meeting, the Barrington Town Council approved the expenditure of nearly $250,000 for various bids. The bids ranged from $5,000 for advertising for the local prevention … more
Portsmouth's Ava Hackley (left) and teammates Olivia Durant, Maeve Tullson and Emily Maiato fight for a rebound with Barrington's Lindsey Lamay (left) and Isys Dunphy.
Cold start ends Barrington's postseason; Patriots advance in state tournament
A slow start spelled big trouble for the Barrington High School girls basketball team on Wednesday night, March 1.  The Eagles scored just 12 first-half points — seven in the first … more
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Across all grade levels, in nearly every Rhode Island school district, student “chronic absenteeism” (referring to students who miss 18 days or more per year), rose to unprecedented levels last school year. Across the state, 1 in 3 students was chronically absent in 2021-22.
Empty seats hit an all-time high
Imagine society as a can of soda. The pandemic flipped that can down a flight of stairs and then popped the top. Society has been fizzing, spitting and bubbling ever since. The economy is … more
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Barrington school administrators (from left to right) Paula Dillon, Mike Messore, Doug Fiore and Patrick Guthlein discuss the proposed budget at the Feb. 16 meeting.
Budget increase too large, schools may trim back new teaching positions
The Barrington School Committee is expected to discuss and vote on the proposed operating budget during a meeting on Thursday night, March 2. At their Feb. 16 meeting, members directed the … more
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Shuttle bus driver in Barrington helps thwart $70,000 scam
Barrington Police are crediting an alert shuttle bus driver for thwarting an attempted $70,000 scam. Police said an elderly woman who lives at a Barrington senior living facility recently … more
Free virtual workshop available on postpartum depression
Hosted by the Warren HEZ, ‘Mothers and Babies’ will teach methods on how to reduce and manage postpartum depression. It is available each Wednesday between March 1 and April 15. more
Trevor Snow, shown in an earlier game against East Greenwich, scored Barrington's first goal in the Eagles' 7-3 playoff win over Smithfield on Monday night, Feb. 27.
Barrington hockey team skates to 7-3 win in playoff opener
The Barrington High School boys hockey team defeated Smithfield 7-3 in a Division I playoff game on Monday night, Feb. 27. The Eagles entered the postseason as the number eight seed, and faced … more
Barrington Police charge man living in Veterans Park woods
On Wednesday, Feb. 22, Barrington Police charged Samuel I. Lawson, 27, of Warren, with possession of a schedule I to V controlled substance-first offense. Police said Lawson has been living … more
Police will not charge anyone following an investigation into the Barrington daycare Kids Quarters.
No charges following investigation into Barrington daycare
Barrington Police will not charge anyone following the   investigation into a Barrington daycare where a worker allegedly gave children melatonin gummies without their parents’ knowledge. … more
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Snow’s coming — and schools are closed Tuesday
Local school districts didn’t wait until Tuesday morning to cancel classes due to forecasted snow. They made the call on Monday. Here’s what each district has planned for Tuesday as … more
Barrington High School senior Thomas Marvelli wrestles Tyrisse Volmar of Toll Gate in the 285-pound match. Marvelli defeated Volmar and took third place at states.
Eagles finish 12th at wrestling states
Barrington High School senior Tommy Marvelli battled to a third place finish in the 285-pound weight division at the state championships on Saturday, Feb. 25. The Barrington High School team had … more
Adam Gorman shoots toward a target during the first-ever J.P. Medeiros Jr. Hockey Competition, Saturday.
Eagles, Huskies skate in memorial hockey competition
Members of the Barrington High School and Mt. Hope High School hockey teams showed off their skills during the first-ever J.P. Medeiros Jr. Hockey Competition. The event, held Saturday night, Feb. … more
Kate Benoit was recently hired as the communication specialist for Barrington Public Schools. Benoit came to Barrington from Clark University in Worcester, Mass.
Communications specialist will fill a range of tasks for Barrington Schools
After eight days in her new job, Kate Benoit had already grown an unexpected appreciation for Barrington.  The recently-hired communication specialist for Barrington Public Schools said she … more
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Sean Bonneau reacts after Barrington lost to LaSalle in the Division 1 semifinals, Thursday.
Eagles lose lead in second half, fall to LaSalle in semis
The Barrington High School boys basketball team was 12 minutes away from a trip to the Division I finals.   The Eagles led LaSalle 24-20 at halftime in the D-I tournament semifinals on … more
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Police: Dead swan found at bird sanctuary in Barrington
A person called Barrington Police at about noon on Feb. 14 after finding a dead swan at the Osamequin Bird Sanctuary off the Wampanoag Trail. The caller told police it appeared that the bird had … more
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