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Council president 'not interested' in suing school committee over turf field

While members of the Barrington School Committee (past and present) support the Victory Field renovation project, which will bring a new track and synthetic turf playing field to the high school, …
Eagles outscore Skippers, 82-64, and improve to 14-4 overall
Ryan Rigamonti scored a career-high 37 points and led the Barrington High School boys basketball team to an 82-64 victory over North … Read More
Barrington resident wants town to spend less on consultants
A month ago, a Barrington resident challenged the town’s use of consultants.   Blaise Rein, speaking in front of the … Read More
Barrington may increase permit fees to off-set new hire
The Barrington Town Council recently signed off on a new contract with 4Leaf, Inc., a firm that provides building official consultant … Read More
Barrington girls power to Class B Championship
The Barrington High School girls indoor track team was expected to score about 80 points in the Class B Championship meet. But when … Read More
Barrington boys dominate Class B Championship meet
The Barrington High School boys indoor track team won every single event at the Class B Championship in Providence on Saturday, Feb. … Read More
Where there’s a will, there’s (not) a way
Getting a haircut is simple — for most. The steps are as follows: schedule an appointment, go to the salon, get the cut, and pay … Read More
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Annual 5k beach race benefits Mt. Hope High indoor track program

The Mt. Hope High School indoor track and field team's annual "I'd Rather Be Indoor" 5k run/walk steps off Sunday morning, Dec. 8, at Bristol Town Beach. The race starts at 10:30 a.m. Organizers …

Barrington Tree Lighting event is Saturday, Nov. 30

The Barrington Tree Lighting is fast-approaching.   The event is set for Saturday, Nov. 30, from 2 to 5:15 p.m. It will include activities, music, games, performances, a visit from Santa, …
Life in the Garden

There’s a growing buzz in Barrington

The Barrington Land Conservation Trust, in collaboration with the Barrington Farm School, is excited to announce Barrington’s first of its kind Pollinator Pathway Tour. This Sunday, Sept. 15, …
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Obituaries
Annelise Bacher Annelise Bacher, 94 passed from this life on Sunday, February 2, 2025 at Atria Bay Spring Village in Barrington, RI. She was the wife of the late Ronald D Bacher, the daughter of the late Anker C Thor
Lionel Carreiro Lionel P. Carreiro, 69, of Smithfield, formerly of Bristol, R.I., went on the ride of a lifetime to meet Jesus and his heavenly family on Feb. 3. The devoted husband and soulmate of Janice Mowry Carre
James Devine James Anthony Devine, 84, of Tiverton, Rhode Island, and Vero Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2025, surrounded by his wife and daughter. Born and raised in Quincy, Massachusett
Sports
Eagles claw out 57-55 victory against Hawks Colin McDermott drilled a long-range three-pointer with 51 seconds remaining and helped the Barrington High School boys basketball team defeat Hendricken 57-55 in front of a standing-room-only crowd …
Eagles overpower Wizards, 60-25, extend winning streak Twelve different players scored for the Barrington High School girls basketball team in a 60-25 victory over West Warwick on Tuesday night, Jan. 28.   Faith Van Ness led the way for the …
Eagles win fourth straight game, prep for showdown with Hawks The Barrington High School boys basketball team went on the road and put together one of its most efficient offensive performances of the season in an 83-57 victory over Smithfield earlier this week. …
Eagles rally for 16-point win against Wheeler The Barrington High School boys basketball team trailed early against Wheeler on Saturday, but battled back for a 60-44 victory.   Tem minutes into the game the Eagles trailed 15-6, but …
Opinion
Letter: Why are cars being permitted to park in restricted areas?

To the editor: I live in the Roberta Plat behind the Barrington Middle School. On Jan. 31, I was returning home from running errands. The weather was winter dreary. It was lightly raining …

Letter: Will anyone address the improper fiscal management in Barrington?

To the editor: Ah, it’s January in Barrington. That special time of year when we perform that annual tradition where we talk about things we can’t control and we worry if …

Letter: Our democracy is worthy of a champion

Democracy is messy because everyone has an opinion. Governing in a democracy is hard because finding common ground among swirling opinions is often exceedingly contentious. This dilemma can …

Letter: How are teens supposed to get a job?

To the editor: I wanted to speak on a topic that might be seen as relatively subjective, but it is an issue I have been facing for about a year now. There is an issue for me and a number of …

Letter: Why don’t I feel better?

To the editor: In regard to Hegseth, it’s wonderful that Senator Reed (AKA the “Hawk”) will be looking after our interests in Congress.   Why don’t I feel …

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