Barrington tops E.G. in battle of undefeated teams
The Barrington High School boys tennis team improved to 11-0 after a key victory over East Greenwich last week. The match between … Read More
Barrington girls track team notches victories at Classic
Three Barrington High School student-athletes won individual events at the Classical Classic Track and Field meet at Conley Stadium in … Read More
New tree at Barrington Farm School is rooted in remembrance
A new pear tree has been planted near a quiet patch of land beside the pollinator garden at Barrington Farm School.   The … Read More
Barrington High School sailing team preps for national regatta
The Barrington High School sailing team will compete in the National Invitational Tournament in Norfolk, Va. this weekend.   … Read More
Eagles’ balanced attack proves too much for Skippers
Ben Parylak, Peyton Hillier and Dylan Edwards each scored two goals and Nick Spaight tallied three assists as the Barrington High … Read More
Barrington boys track team finishes dual meets undefeated
The Barrington High School boys track team finished the dual meet season undefeated after wins over Shea (143-7), Tiverton (121-29) … Read More
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Waterfire 'Starts at Sunset' on Thursday night

Waterfire Providence hosts its first even of the year, “Starts at Sunset,” this Thursday, May 15. Supported by Providence Tourism Council, Starts At Sunset is a community gathering on the …

Oyster & Chowder Festival on the Newport waterfront

Sip, slurp, and savor the best of Rhode Island’s coastal cuisine at the annual Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival, held on the historic waterfront at Bowen’s Wharf. Spend the weekend …

A family celebration of World Turtle Day

Celebrate World Turtle Day with the family on Friday, May 23, at the Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium. Meet a variety of turtles up close and personal — touching, learning, and even snapping …
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Obituaries
Richard Kissell With sadness and gratitude, we share the passing of Richard Kissell on May 11, 2025, at age 82. Born February 20, 1943, in Bayonne, New Jersey, Richard was a man who led with laughter and kindness.
Cecile Desilets Cecile Desilets, 92, of Warren, RI, passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025 after a long illness. The daughter of the late Arthur and Yvonne (Lamonde) Desilets, Cecile was born in Connecticut and moved to
Sarah Gibson Sarah Gibson Obituary Sarah Blount Gibson (Sally) of Warminster, PA passed away on April 28, 2025, at home, surrounded by love. She was 80 years old. Sally was born in Jacksonville Florida on D
Sports
Barrington High School student-athlete selected for 'Golden Dozen' Barrington High School senior Will DiGiacomo was recently selected to the Golden Dozen, an honor bestowed on the top-12 high school football players in the state by the Rhode Island Chapter of the …
Barrington hurdler breaks his own school record, ties state record Barrington High School senior Bobby Wind broke his own school record in the 110-meter hurdles while competing in the Track Night NYC meet at Ichan Stadium in New York City on Thursday.   …
Eagles pound out 12-8 win over Westerly in softball The Barrington High School softball team split against tough competition last week. The Eagles opened the week with a 12-8 victory against Westerly and then dropped a 6-1 decision to St. …
Hard-working Eagles continue to improve The Barrington High School girls lacrosse team has impressed its coach, Kerri Thornton, so far this season. “Overall, this team works incredibly hard, and every single player plays a vital …
Opinion
Letter: Reactive dog policies in Barrington

To the editor: Did you know that as of mid-2022, nearly 2,000 dogs were registered with the town of Barrington? I learned this via an open records request. And there are undoubtedly many more …

Letter: The Barrington School Committee’s publicity stunt

To the editor: The Barrington School Committee has asked its communication consultant to issue a press release explaining the approval of an artificial turf field contract at the high school and …

Letter: In support of mandatory stop signs at bike paths

In my 30 years of traffic management in some form, I don't make this recommendation lightly.

Letter: Haunted by recent executive order

To the editor: Of the many recent proposals coming out of the White House, the one that haunts me in particular is the unwinding of the fabric of our Department of Education, including cutting …

Letter: Cost-benefit is just not there for speed cameras

To the editor:   The letter from the Pancoasts (Barrington Times: April 30, 2025) resorts to two tactics that undermine their suggestions.   First is the appeal to raw emotion: …

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