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Two ceremonies honor veterans in Bristol

Two separate ceremonies were held in Bristol to honor the United States Armed Services veterans in town and beyond. The first one, held at the Memorial War Garden beside the Burnside Building in …
Rumford family buys Gray's, a Tiverton institution
Gray’s Ice Cream, a Tiverton institution for more than 100 years, has new owners. The ice cream shop, a busy place on hot … Read More
RWU testing technology to reduce airborne pathogens
As it turns out, it seems light can kill COVID — at least, that is what one Roger Williams University professor aims to confirm over … Read More
11th Hour Racing putting sustainability first
When you hear 11th Hour Racing, you almost certainly think of the 11th Hour Racing Team, which last year became the first American … Read More
After day spent in court, Mt. Hope High School football team loses on the field
It was a tumultuous end to an otherwise terrific Division III season for the Mt. Hope High School football team November 8, a day … Read More
Ten years of hope, on Main
Lisa Raiola, the visionary behind Hope & Main, Rhode Island’s first food business incubator, now celebrating its 10th year, … Read More
Landlords will pay more in new tax system
The Town of Bristol is moving toward a new tax structure that will increase property taxes on more than 1,400 rental properties in … Read More
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Celebration of St. Elizabeth’s namesake marches on in Bristol

After a successful inaugural feast last year, this new tradition appears to be gaining traction, and notoriety.

Want a look inside Bristol's most beautiful homes? Now's your chance

The Bristol Historical & Preservation Society will be holding their “House Tour 2024” on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Bristol House Tour will open 12 private homes next month

The Bristol Historical & Preservation Society is holding its House Tour 2024 on Saturday, Sept. 21, when 12 private homes, some of which have not been open for more than 25 years, will be …
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Obituaries
Joseph DeMelo Joseph S. DeMelo, Jr., 61, of Roosevelt Drive, passed away Saturday, November 9, surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 21,1963, to Mary Jose Rego (Pinheiro) DeMelo and the late Jose Soares D
Wilfred Joncas Wilfred "Bob" Joncas, 88, of Fall River and Westport, MA, passed away on November 8, 2024 at The Oaks. He was the beloved companion of Diane (Pettey) Finucci, with whom he shared 21 years of togethern
Mark Carroll Bristol|Mark A. Carroll, 59, of Bristol, RI, passed away on Monday, November 4, 2024. A son of Joan (Mello) and the late Arnold Carroll, Mark was a lifelong resident of Bristol. Mark was a very t
Sports
Islanders end Huskies' season in Division II girls' volleyball semis PORTSMOUTH —  The end was close, but cruel for the Mt. Hope High School girls' volleyball team. Thursday, Nov. 7, in Portsmouth, the Huskies saw their 11-match winning streak come to …
Deal is Mt. Hope's ace at 2024 Cross Country State Championships NORTH SCITUATE — Jessica Deal was once again the individual standout among the Mt. Hope High School contingent at the 2024 Rhode Island Interscholastic League State Championship Cross Country …
Huskies send off football seniors with sixth win in a row The good news for the Mt. Hope High School football team is that the Huskies completed a fine regular season, one of the best in recent memory actually, last Friday night, Nov. 1, Senior Night for …
Dream boys' soccer season for Mt. Hope comes to nightmarish end The Mt. Hope High School boys' soccer team's dream season came to a nightmarish end Friday afternoon, Nov. 1, after the top-seeded Huskies were upset on penalty kicks in the quarterfinal round of the …
Opinion
Letter: I’m excited to serve another term as R.I. senator

To the editor: Thank you District 11 constituents! I am excited to serve a second term as your state senator. I so appreciate your sharing your questions, concerns and suggestions. Hearing your …

Letter: Wary of having state agencies overseeing bridge inspections

In response to the article, “ Inspection under way on Mount Hope Bridge, ” Oct. 31, I offer the following: Regarding the Mount Hope Bridge inspection currently underway and lasting …

Letter: Political rally was an unsafe distraction for motorists

Recently some of our friends and neighbors were in front of Clements Market on multiple days to promote their political candidate. They set up chairs, signs and placards to deliberately get attention …

Letter: Low Lane house has no connection to the Lows

I am writing in response to the recent article, “ A home like no other ” (Bristol Phoenix, Oct. 10). Readers may have been confused, and a little clarification might be useful. The …

Letter: Why doesn’t the paper print letters on national politics?

Beginning in May of this year, this newspaper has refused to publish letters to the editor about national politics, stating that such letters must focus on local issues and news only.  Citizen …

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