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Barrington resident Mark Hanchar (left) shares his concerns about the price tag for the proposed projects — the rough estimate is between $98 and $124 million.
Barrington picks its school plan: Build new Grades 1-5 schools, close Sowams
Members of the school building committee endorsed a plan to build two new elementary schools, renovate Nayatt and turn it into an early learning center, and eliminate Sowams School, as part of the … more
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Colby James is a husband and father first, a musician second, but he says he wouldn’t be completely happy if he wasn’t playing music.
Meet Colby James – Singer, songwriter, guitarist, do-gooder
What struck me about local singer, songwriter, guitarist Colby James, when I met him recently, was his unpretentious, warm, affable manner. Although it was the first time we’d met, he treated … more
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Option 1A offers a PK-2 model with pre-kindergarten at Sowams School.
What do you think about the school plan in Barrington?
Barrington officials were hoping residents would share their opinions about the plans for the future of local schools. The plans — presented by officials from the architecture firm Kaestle … more
Attorney Greg Piccirilli (right) sits with his clients Stephanie Hines, Brittany DiOrio and Kerri Thurber (from left to right) during a previous hearing at the high school.
Why is Barrington School Committee re-adopting its Covid-19 policy?
The Barrington School Committee is expected to complete its “second read” of the Covid-19 policy during its meeting tonight, Thursday, July 28. Two weeks earlier, the committee held … more
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Barrington School Department spending $36K on DEI audit
Barrington Public Schools will spend $36,862 on a DEI — diversity, equity and inclusivity — audit.   Members of the Barrington School Committee approved the expenditure during … more
The BP gas station in Barrington closed in 2019, leaving just one operating gas station in town. The town council discussed the idea of drafting an ordinance amendment that would ban new gas stations from opening in Barrington.
Council discusses banning new gas stations in Barrington
The Barrington Town Council has taken a step toward banning any new gas stations from opening in town.  During the council meeting on Monday night, July 25, members discussed the idea of … more
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Construction crews will begin a large project at Walker Farm this week — the work is designed to improve the coastline, make the property more resilient to sea level rise, and provide a new low-profile dock which will be handicap accessible. The project, which runs through November, will impact public access at Walker Farm.
Building a better Walker Farm in Barrington
Along the edge of the water, where Hundred Acre Cove meets Walker Farm, chunks of concrete and broken rubble mix with rocks and sea grass.  There is a boat dock and a concrete boat ramp, and … more
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Ben Claussen tries to avoid a tag by leaping over the second baseman's glove.
Barrington's 11U All-Star team drops two at states
The Barrington 11U All-Star baseball team lost 4-1 to Cranston East in a must-win game in the state tournament last week. Barrington dropped its first tournament game 11-0 to the eventual … more
Free meals at school ending for some students this fall
For the last two years, students district-wide enjoyed free meals at school. But that will change this fall. Barrington School officials emailed families earlier this month to alert them to the … more
Barrington’s Angie Promades tries to tag out a Cranston Western runner at the plate.
Barrington All-Star softball team eliminated at states
The Barrington Minors Division All-Star softball team took an early lead against Warwick North in an elimination bracket game at the state tournament on Wednesday, July 20, but struggled to hold onto … more
On Monday night, the Barrington Town Council approved adding portable restrooms at the town's athletic fields. Pictured is a soccer field at Haines Park.
Barrington Town Council approves portable restrooms at athletic fields
Coaches will no longer need to send their players into the woods when nature calls at Barrington athletic fields. On Monday night, July 25, members of the Barrington Town Council voted … more
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This multi-family home on County Road in Barrington recently sold for $1.1 million.
Multi-family home sale in Barrington sets a record
Barrington recently recorded its highest multi-family home sale price ever. According to a press release from Residential Properties Ltd., the recent sale of 404 County Road in Barrington for … more
Barrington residents will ride in Pan-Mass Challenge
More than two dozen Barrington residents will pedal in this year’s Pan-Mass Challenge, a bike-a-thon that raises money for cancer research and patient care.  The Barrington riders are: … more
Residents play a game of pickle ball on Barrington Middle School tennis courts.
Barrington hosts pickle ball tournament this Saturday
The first-ever Barrington Pickleball Tournament will be held on Saturday, July 23 at the Barrington Middle School courts. The age divisions are 18-to-49, and 50-and-older in men’s doubles, … more
Boating-related incidents keep Barrington Police busy
Wave runner stolen? Boat adrift? Kayaks found washed up? Dinghy goes missing? Barrington Police were kept busy last week with a series of boating-related incidents.  On … more
People arrive outside Barrington Town Hall for last year’s FLM FWD film festival. This year’s event is planned for this Friday and Saturday.
Film festival is this weekend in Barrington
The second annual FLM FWD film festival will take place at the Barrington Town Hall and Peck Center building campus this Friday and Saturday, July 22 and 23. The two-day event will offer a slate … more
Search continues for next Barrington High School principal
More than a dozen people applied for the vacant Barrington High School principal’s position, during the second search process. During a recent interview, Barrington Superintendent of … more
Zeynep Toprak cooks sandwiches on a turkish grill at the PitaPocket tent during the Barrington Street Fair on Sunday afternoon.
Photos: Barrington Street Fair draws a big crowd
The first-ever Barrington Street Fair took place on Wood Avenue on Sunday, July 17, and drew a large crowd.  Organized by the Barrington Business and Community Association, the street fair … more
Barrington officials learned recently that it will likely cost tens of millions of dollars to renovate or repair Belton Court mansion, shown.
Price skyrockets for Belton Court renovation
The cost to repair, renovate or rehab the Belton Court mansion on the former Zion Bible College property is in the tens of millions of dollars. And that price, said Barrington Town Manager Phil … more
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Police: Three Warren teens spotted on Barrington Middle School roof
Barrington Police received a phone call on Thursday, July 14 at about 9:55 p.m. after someone spotted three people on the roof at Barrington Middle School. It appeared that one of the individuals was … more
Members of the 11U All-Star baseball team display the District 2 Championship banner after defeating Pawtucket in the finals. Barrington was scheduled to play its first game in the state tournament on Monday night.
Barrington 11U All-Star team wins district title
The Barrington 11U All-Star baseball team captured the District 2 Championship last week and was scheduled to play in the state tournament starting Monday night, July 18.  Barrington defeated … more
Where the East Bike Path repairs are planned in Riverside.
East Bay Bike Path could be impacted by repair projects
PROVIDENCE — Parts of the East Bay Bike Path in Bristol and Riverside could be impacted by repair projects and temporarily close the week of July 18-22 , according to the Rhode Island … more
Option 2A calls for one new grades 1 to 5 school, and a renovated 1 to 5 school, with a combined early learning center.
Proposed plans: Construction, renovation, demolition for Barrington schools
Members of the Barrington School Building Committee have two weeks to decide which of the six construction plans for new schools in Barrington they want to recommend to the school committee. The … more
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Police: Summer camp teens caught with booze at Barrington Beach
Someone called Barrington Police on Saturday, July 9 to report teenagers drinking alcohol at the town beach at about 6 p.m. Police responded and located a group of about a dozen teens. Police … more
Barrington’s Alexandra Smuk (left) and her sister Dasha competed at the USA Fencing National Championships in Minneapolis, Minn. earlier this month — both earned top-five finishes in their respective divisions.
Barrington sisters shine at fencing nationals
Two Barrington sisters placed in the top-five in their respective divisions at the USA Fencing National Championships in Minneapolis, Minn. earlier this month.  Alexandra Smuk and her older … more
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