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Work crews blocked off the entrance to Mathewson Road on Friday morning, Dec. 23.
Hard-hitting storm floods Barrington's coastline
A hard-hitting winter storm packing powerful winds and heavy rain blasted Barrington and the rest of the region on Friday, Dec. 23. The storm combined with a high tide to flood many coastal … more
Barrington's Dan Coogan, shown in the Eagles' game against Mt. Hope, played solid defense in the team's victory over Westerly on Dec. 21.
Fast start fuels Eagles in 56-43 victory over Bulldogs
The Barrington High School boys basketball team sprinted out to a 21-9 first quarter lead against Westerly on Wednesday night, Dec. 21, and never looked back. The Eagles extended their lead to 33-16 … more
Barrington High School's Maddie Gill scored 21 points to lead the Eagles past Classical on Dec. 20. Here she is pictured in the Eagles' game against Ponaganset.
Eagles improve to 2-1 in league after lopsided win
It was a slow start but a strong finish for the Barrington High School girls basketball team on Tuesday night, Dec. 20. The Eagles battled with Classical early on, and led by just four points at … more
Trust for 'poor and unfortunate' in Barrington needs administrator
The Town of Barrington is looking for qualified applicants for the Spencer Trust administrator position.   This contract position administers the Spencer Trust through collection and … more
Cast members for Moana Jr. include (from left to right) Seamus Folan, Daniel Roy, Maggie Porter and Lily Stafford.
Barrington play shares message of bravery, selflessness
Barrington students are excited to share two performances of Disney’s Moana Jr. early next month. Hampden Meadows School students have been rehearsing the exciting production, which will … more
Registry reveals R.I.'s short-term rental market
Almost every municipality in this region has either regulated short-term rental properties or is debating whether to regulate them. Barrington, East Providence and Portsmouth all have rules on the … more
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EPCAP's regional headquarters located in the Riverside section of East Providence was in December 2022 named in the honor of retiring long-time president and CEO Dennis Roy.
EBCAP announces new officers in retiring Roy’s stead
The East Bay Community Action Program, known to most by its EBCAP acronym, recently announced a series of changes in upper management spurred by the retirement of long-time president and Chief … more
Barrington Middle School students sing classic songs at the recent holiday concert.
Photos: Tis the season for holiday concerts
Barrington Middle School and Hampden Meadows School held holiday concerts last week, while Barrington High School students shared their concert this week. The performances were very … more
Members of the BHS boys basketball team gather for a quick photo following their win over Smithfield on Monday night, Dec. 19.
Barrington High School boys beat Sentinels by 40
The Barrington High School boys basketball team outscored Smithfield 52-21 in the second half and rolled to an 85-45 victory on Monday night, Dec. 19. Matt Raffa got Barrington off to a strong, … more
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The Barrington High School debate team hosted a tournament earlier this month.
BHS debate team shines in first two tournaments
The Barrington High School debate team is off to a strong start in its first two tournaments of the season.   The first tournament of the season, held last month, was hosted by Cumberland … more
Lily Cregan, shown at the state outdoor track meet last year, won the weight throw event for the BHS girls indoor track team at a recent dual meet.
Barrington girls indoor track team tops Rebels and Falcons
The Barrington High School girls indoor track team narrowly defeated two teams in a regular season meet last week.   The Eagles knocked off Cranston West 55-50, and South Kingstown 55-54. … more
Barrington residents surrender high-capacity clips to police
Barrington Police Chief Michael Correia said about a half-dozen residents stopped into the station late last week to turn over firearm magazines that carried more than 10 rounds of ammunition, … more
Rabbi Howard Voss-Altman leads the group during Sunday night’s “Shine a Light on Antisemitism” vigil at Temple Habonim.
Crowd in Barrington shines a light on anti-Semitism
Temple Habonim in Barrington held a special candlelight service/vigil on its front lawn on Sunday night, Dec. 18.  Titled “Shine a Light on Antisemitism,” the vigil offered the … more
State: All six Barrington schools earn 5-star ranking
Barrington schools have another reason to celebrate this holiday season. Late last week, the Rhode Island Department of Education released a report that gave all six Barrington Public Schools the … more
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On Sunday, Dec. 18 at 6 p.m., Temple Habonim will hold a candlelight service/vigil on its front lawn to "Shine a Light on Antisemitism."
‘Shine a Light on Antisemitism’ this Sunday in Barrington
Temple Habonim in Barrington will hold a special candlelight service/vigil on its front lawn on Sunday, Dec. 18 at 6 p.m., to "Shine a Light on Antisemitism.”   “Our goal is to … more
Coach Mike Raffa and his BHS boys basketball team defeated Mount Pleasant 70-46 on Thursday night, Dec. 15.
Strong second half powers Eagles to 24-point victory
The Barrington High School boys basketball team rebounded from a four-point halftime deficit to defeat Mount Pleasant 70-46 on Thursday night, Dec. 15.   The Eagles stormed out to a 19-10 … more
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Elaine Felag spends much of her life inside the cozy, vibrant and totally unique confines of the women’s clothing store she has sustained for more than four decades. With deep passion for what she does, she plans to keep Feminine Fancies going until at least 50.
Four decades of fun and fashion
Elaine Felag has no interest in retiring anytime soon. She is the living embodiment of the expression, “if you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life.” Felag … more
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Barrington Lions Club members (from left to right) Doreen Burgers, Cat Horn and Michaela Keohane inspect the burned tree at Barrington Beach.
Scrooge scorches Christmas tree at Barrington Beach
Late Wednesday night, when most Barrington residents lay asleep in their beds, a grinch slunk to the town beach and lit the Barrington Beach Christmas tree on fire.  The Barrington Lions Club … more
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Barrington's Lindsey Lemay drives the lane in the first half. Lemay finished the game with 20 points.
Eagles sprint out to big lead, hold on for big win
The Barrington High School girls basketball team survived a second-half rally by Ponaganset and picked up a 45-40 victory in front of a hometown crowd on Wednesday night, Dec. 14. The Eagles built … more
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Cannabis sales: ‘It’s not legalized for youth’
Denise Alves is proud of her hometown. The director of the Barrington Prevention Coalition said she was very happy to see Barrington residents vote against allowing the sale of recreational … more
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Members of the Barrington High School boys swim team celebrate after winning the state title last year.
Barrington High School swim teams have depth, and stars
The Barrington High School swim teams are on a roll. Last year, the boys and girls teams made it a clean sweep at the state championship meet. The Barrington girls team won its eighth straight … more
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The late Al Micheletti (right) never got over the loss of his beloved wife, Marie, who also passed away earlier this year.
Rhode Island mourns Al Micheletti, beloved restaurateur
Al Micheletti, who passed away Dec. 2 at the age of 92, would have been smiling from ear-to-ear. The outpouring of affection during his wake and funeral service was astounding. more
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Barrington Head Coach Mike Raffa said this year’s team is a hard-working group that is motivated to improve.
Eagles take the floor with three returning starters
A year ago, the Barrington High School boys basketball team struggled to win the close games. But first-year head coach Michael Raffa is focused on correcting that issue this season.   … more
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Barrington High School’s Kyle Keough (right) hands off the baton to teammate Caroline Reznik during an indoor track meet last season. Keough is a team captain this year.
Barrington girls track team boasts a deep, talented roster
The goals are simple for the Barrington High School girls indoor track team: work hard, improve individually, gain self-confidence, build a positive team culture, and have fun. If that happens, … more
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Barrington High School’s Maddie Gill takes the ball to the basket during a playoff game last year.
Barrington girls basketball team faces tough early tests
Stephen Lenz is entering his 25th season as head coach of the Barrington High School girls basketball team. And this season’s schedule might be the toughest yet.   Lenz said his team … more
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