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District decides: In-person learning continues at BHS
The voicemail was good news. A student's parent had called Barrington Superintendent of Schools Michael Messore to say thanks for the administration's decision to continue in-person learning at … more
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Warren DMV branch closing for good
Warren's part time DMV branch at Warren Government Center has been closed since March. Now, it has likely served its last customer. DMV spokesman Paul Grimaldi confirmed Friday morning that the … more
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Barrington High School senior Ellie McGee signs a letter of intent to attend URI for rowing during a brief ceremony at Barrington High School earlier this month. At right is fellow BHS senior Tess Gagliano, who signed a letter of intent to play lacrosse at Duke University next year.
Eagles taking their games to D-I college programs
It took just a few seconds for Ellie McGee and Tess Gagliano to sign their names, but those signatures represented years of hard work and sacrifice. The two Barrington High School seniors signed … more
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Governor: Two week 'pause' begins Nov. 30 — social gatherings stop immediately
With cases continuing to surge and hospitals now reaching 97 percent capacity of their available COVID-19 beds, Gov. Gina Raimondo said she had no choice but to place Rhode Island on a two-week … more
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Barrington High School senior forward Tess Gagliano steadies as a North Kingstown defender falls trying to stop her on a through pass up the middle in the first half of the quarterfinal game on Tuesday night at North Kingstown.
Barrington girls defeat North Kingstown in quarterfinals
The Barrington High School girls soccer team scored three second half goals and broke open a close game en route to a 4-1 win over North Kingstown in the Division I playoff quarterfinals on Tuesday, … more
Jackson Bennett jumps, deflecting the ball toward a teammate during the Eagles game against Shea. Barrington lost to South Kingstown in a playoff game on Monday.
Barrington boys lose in penalty kicks, eliminated from playoffs
The second-seeded Eagles came up just short in a playoff game against South Kingstown at Victory Field on Monday night, losing 4-3 in penalty kicks. Barrington and South Kingstown finished … more
Barrington's Meghan Zitzmann (right) and Lindsay Turgeon, shown in the Class B Championship race, were Barrington's top two finishers at the state meet.
Barrington girls finish eighth at cross country states
The Barrington cross country teams competed in the state championship meet last weekend — the girls team finished eighth, while the boys were 10th. The Eagles girls team had 205 points, … more
Barrington High School's Hailey Walter hits a shot during a match against Wheeler last weekend.
Eagles give a great effort in playoff loss
The Barrington High School girls tennis team lost to Wheeler in the Division I semifinals on Saturday, Nov. 14, but a number of the team members will compete in the state singles and doubles … more
Barrington High School's Violet Gagliano (right) whacks at the ball in an attempt to score, in front of the Moses Brown goal.
Eagles top Quakers in field hockey quarterfinals, 2-1
Barrington High School field hockey coach Anne Gasbarro said her message to the team heading into Monday afternoon's playoff game against Moses Brown was simple: "Do we want this to be our last game … more
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Barrington officials are closing South Lake Drive to vehicle traffic. Officials cited illegal dumping along the road as a reason.
South Lake Drive will be closed to vehicle traffic
South Lake Drive in Barrington — a pothole-riddled road that runs along the eastern edge of Echo Lake — is being closed to vehicle traffic. Barrington Town Manager Jim Cunha said … more
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Barrington tax assessor and deputy assessor resign
The Barrington tax assessor resigned on Tuesday, Nov. 10, and the deputy tax assessor resigned two days later. Michael Minardi, who has served as the town's tax assessor for the past 14 years, … more
Dr. Jen Reynolds created a video and lesson plan to combat opioid abuse by explaining pain neuroscience education to children. The video is geared for students in grades four through seven.
Video focuses on treating pain, avoiding opioid abuse
A Barrington resident is hoping the video she helped create will prevent children from abusing opioids later in life. Dr. Jen Reynolds, a certified physical therapist, created a video that … more
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A community website called "Raise Your Hand" is a new initiative in response to parents’ concerns about the impact of COVID-19 on daily lives and schooling.
Website offers help to those concerned about Covid-19's impact
The BAY Team recently launched a new initiative in response to parents’ concerns of the impact of COVID-19 on daily lives and schooling. "Raise Your Hand" is a community website where people … more
Gov. Gina Raimondo, speaking during a Nov. 12 briefing.
Governor warns of 'dire' consequences and lockdown if Covid trends continue
Rhode Island could be heading toward another lockdown if people continue to disregard the rules and regulations, Gov. Gina Raimondo warned during her COVID-19 briefing Thursday afternoon. Just … more
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Barrington resident Elizabeth Splaine will hold a special virtual launch party for her newest novel, "Devil's Grace."
Barrington resident releases her latest novel
Barrington resident Elizabeth Splaine will hold a virtual book launch party on Friday, Nov. 13, celebrating the release of her latest novel, "Devil's Grace." Ms. Splaine said she is very excited … more
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This image includes the proposed signs for the new Chase Bank in Barrington.
Bank makes plans for County Road property in Barrington
Chase Bank is planning to open a branch office in Barrington. Officials filed an application with the Barrington Zoning Board of Review recently, seeking a special use permit and a dimensional … more
Rep. Liana Cassar, shown at a 2019 chamber of commerce event, recently announced she is a candidate for the speaker of the house in the RI General Assembly.
Local legislator aims to be House speaker
Barrington resident and local representative Liana Cassar recently announced she is a candidate for the speaker of the house in the RI General Assembly. In a statement last week, Ms. Cassar (HD … more
Steve Tortolani, Mike Dolan, Brad Dimeo and Mike Mahoney (from left to right) pose for a photo following Mr. Dolan's hole-in-one on the 18th hole at Rhode Island Country Club on Saturday.
Barrington man aces 18th hole at Rhode Island Country Club
Gary Player could not do it. Jack Nicklaus could not do it. And Rory McIlroy could not do it. But on Saturday afternoon, Barrington resident Mike Dolan did it — hitting a hole-in-one … more
Barrington hires a diversity consultant for $12,500
The town has hired a diversity consultant. During its recent meeting, the town council voted 5-0 to approve the hiring of Adam Mastoon as the town's diversity consultant. Mr. Mastoon is a … more
Barrington Town Council members Kate Weymouth (left) and Michael Carroll are shown during an outdoor council meeting in June. Four residents recently filed a complaint against Ms. Weymouth and Mr. Carroll.
Barrington council members face harassment complaint
Four residents filed a complaint against two members of the Barrington Town Council last month, alleging that they violated the town's anti-harassment/discrimination policy. The complaint took … more
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Seven new restrictions to go into effect on Sunday
Seven new restrictions will go into effect this Sunday, Gov. Gina Raimondo announced during her COVID-19 briefing Thursday afternoon. Starting Nov. 8, the following regulations will be in effect … more
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Police arrested a Warren man on Saturday, Oct. 31, after he was found to be in possession of a number of marijuana items.
Traffic stop leads to drug arrest in Barrington
A Warren man is facing a drug possession charge following a traffic stop on Saturday, Oct. 31, in town. A Barrington police officer ordered a vehicle over to the side of County Road at about 6 … more
Barrington High School teacher Kendra Klein teaches Spanish to students in class and online on Friday.
Barrington High School teachers rise to the challenge
A veteran Barrington High School teacher said preparing for class and delivering instruction has never been more difficult than it is this year. He said the challenges include mastering technology … more
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Barrington held its financial town meeting outdoors this year, in an effort to allow for social distancing. A recently-approved charter change now allows the town council to approve the budget during an emergency.
Barrington voters approve all five charter questions
Despite recommendations to reject a charter change that gives the town council the power to approve an annual budget during an emergency, Barrington voters approved the measure by a wide margin. … more
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Democrats (from left) Annelise Conway, Rob Humm and Carl Kustell won seats on the Barrington Town Council. Independent candidate John Alessandro (right) finished fourth in the voting.
Democrats sweep Barrington Town Council seats
Carl Kustell went to bed Tuesday night thinking he might have lost on his bid for a seat on the Barrington Town Council. The early voting numbers displayed on the state's election website showed … more
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