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Hanley, Speakman square off in House District 68 debate
The candidates for Rhode Island House District 68 representing Warren and Bristol, June Speakman and John Hanley, met for a cogent, rather convivial forum held October 1 at Roger Williams University. … more
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JJ Pimental scored two touchdowns, kicked a field goal and three extra point as he and his Mt. Hope High School football mates defeated Pilgrim in a Division III outing Friday night, Oct. 4.
Huskies push past Pats, win second D-III football game in a row
BRISTOL — The Mt. Hope High School football team made it two wins in as many home games to date and in a row after the Huskies defeated visiting Pilgrim, 24-29, Friday night, Oct. 4, at the … more
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Thalia Adkins (left) chips the ball away for Mt. Hope High School during the Huskies' Division I girls' soccer match against visiting Barrington Thursday night, Oct. 3.
Girls lose, boys stay unbeaten during Mt. Hope High soccer doubleheader
BRISTOL — The Mt. Hope High School soccer clubs split an afternoon-evening doubleheader at the Vendituoli Complex Thursday, Oct. 3, the girls falling to rival Barrington 4-0 in the opener and … more
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Lynden Lay (left) and Abigail Winsor both landed roles in Trinity Repertory’s holiday performances of “A Christmas Carol.” Lynden will play Tiny Tim, and Abigail landed the role of Scooge’s sister, Fan.
They’re taking the stage in a holiday classic
Trinity Rep has finalized its 2024 “A Christmas Carol” cast and two Bristol residents will be featured in key roles. Abigail Winsor, age 11, a sixth-grade student at Kickemuit Middle … more
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Bristol would like more from the university, but must wait
The Town of Bristol tried negotiating for a higher financial contribution from Roger Williams University a year ago, but the two sides did not reach an agreement. Locked into a 20-year pact with the … more
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Jessica Deal runs up an incline on the Bristol Town Beach course during Mt. Hope High School's season-ending Metro Division cross country meet Monday, Sept. 30. Deal was the top finisher for the MHHS girls.
Mt. Hope harriers ready to race for state meet berths
BRISTOL — On as a picturesque an early fall afternoon as is likely at Bristol Town Beach Monday, Sept. 30, the Mt. Hope High School cross country teams completed their 2024 Metropolitan … more
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Editorial: Bravo, to the League
The League of Women Voters of Rhode Island is providing a fantastic public service throughout the month leading up to Election Day. League volunteers, led by a group more robust and active than we … more
Letter: Thanks to the community for incredible support
We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for the incredible support that the Bristol and Warren communities have shown the Brian Latessa family during this difficult time. A special thank you to … more
Bristol Phoenix - Thursday, October 3, 2024
Knight Hess (left) and Courtney Guertin are two of the volunteers helping run “Mollypalooza” this weekend in Bristol. Guertin created the event 13 years ago when she fostered a rescue dog named Molly.
‘Mollypalooza’ is a party with a cause – helping homeless animals
It was 13 years ago when Courtney Guertin threw a small backyard barbecue named after her rescue dog, Molly. The event had a $5 entry fee, and it raised $250. Twelve years later, that same event … more
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Independent challenger John Hanley (left) answers a question while incumbent Democrat June Speakman listens during a League of Women Voters-sponsored candidates forum, held on the campus of Roger Williams University on Tuesday night.
Hanley vs. Speakman for a seat in the General Assembly
Voters of Rhode Island State Representative District 68, which encompasses areas of both Bristol and Warren, will have two candidates to vote for come election day, as the incumbent, Democrat June … more
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Bristol Police have been advertising that they are looking for new officers through visible roadway signs (and many other means) for weeks.
Police hope lower age deepens the pool for new officers
As flashing roadway signs throughout town attest, the Bristol Police Department is looking for new officers. Faced with recruiting challenges over the last several years, the department is turning to … more
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Trump teeters in the twilight zone
C BS has been interviewing potential voters in the so-called swing states about for whom they are going to vote for President. Virtually all Trump supporters said they were voting for him … more
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Help the planet, become a bird-scaper
Each autumn bird watching enthusiasts flock to Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts, which are main stops on the Atlantic Flyway. Glimpses of rare birds and awe-inspiring views of flocks of … more
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Top Houde of West Warwick with a keeper striped bass he caught and took home for fish chowder last Friday at Brenton Reef off Newport.
Still time to register for the Tog Classic
I f you have not fished a tautog tournament, this is the one to enter. The AnglerCatch RI Tog Classic will be held Sunday, Oct. 13, from sunrise to 2 p.m. There are over $50,000 in prizes and … more
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Two moving historical fictions and a tale of good vs. evil
Fall is upon us and I’ve been delving into more historical fiction and another book by Ron Rash. “The Matchmaker’s Gift” by Lynda Cohen Loigman (2022) is a charming, … more
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Tom Levis scores the first of his two tallies for the Mt. Hope High School boys' soccer team as the Huskies beat St. Raphael Tuesday, Oct. 1, to remain unbeaten to date in 2024.
Huskies' unbeaten run in boys' soccer reaches double digits
PAWTUCKET — It wasn't its most consistent performance to date, but the Mt. Hope High School boys' soccer team ran to 10 its unbeaten run to start its 2024 Division II slate following a 4-2 … more
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BCWA asks customers to complete lead service line survey
The Bristol County Water Authority is asking its customers of Barrington, Bristol and Warren to provide information about lead service lines still active in each of the towns. The BCWA is … more
The Huskies' Margherita Dellolio attempts a kill during Mt. Hope High School's 3-1 win over Cranston East in a girls' volleyball match played September 27. She had nine kills in Mt. Hope's 3-1 win over West Warwick Tuesday night, Oct. 1.
Mt. Hope whips Wizards in girls' volleyball; KMS soccer sides stay spotless
BRISTOL-WARREN — The Mt. Hope High School girls' volleyball team began last week with a 3-1 victory over West Warwick Tuesday night, Oct. 1, for the Huskies' second win in a row and raising … more
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June Azzarone (left), Karyn Harper, Gina Disano, Deb Coccio and Denise Asciola hold up re-newed prom dresses that will be ready for this season's Homecoming Game this season. Committee member Michelle Medeiros is missing from the photo.
Elks return with solution to dress-attire sticker shock
Those milestone high school events like prom and homecoming are lots of fun, and the source of many enduring memories — but they also come at a pretty steep price. Students spend hundreds of … more
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Trying to solve the primary care problem in this region
STORY OF THE WEEK: Although getting an appointment with a doctor is a fundamental need, doing that has become increasingly difficult due to the shortage of primary care physicians in Rhode Island. … more
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Felag and Meyers meet in State Senate District 10 rematch
The race for Senate District 10 representing Warren as well as parts of Bristol and Tiverton at the 2024 General Election is a rematch from two years ago between 13-time incumbent Democrat and Warren … more
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A Northern Flicker takes a break from foraging for ants in the authors’ pesticide-free birdscape. Although Flickers remain common, they have experienced a more than 50 percent population decline over the last 40 years, with populations continuing to decline an average of 1.59 percent annually. Flickers primarily forage on the ground and are particularly susceptible to harm from the 80 million pounds of poison applied to lawns each year for purely aesthetic purposes.
Help the planet, become a bird-scaper
Each autumn bird watching enthusiasts flock to Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts, which are main stops on the Atlantic Flyway. Glimpses of rare birds and awe-inspiring views of flocks of … more
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Portsmouth Police deal with road rage, drug charge and more
PORTSMOUTH — Here are some recent arrests made by the Portsmouth Police Department: Tuesday, Sept. 24 Ambiorix Ogando Mota, 36, of 1015 Iago Ave., Apt. 102, Capital Heights, Md., … more
Chase Savinon, Rocco Palazio and JJ Pimental celebrate after Mt. Hope defeated visiting East Greenwich 20-0 in a Division III football game Friday night, Sept. 27, in Bristol. The win was the first league win for the Huskies since 2022.
Huskies end long league football losing skid, shutout Avs
BRISTOL — The Mt. Hope High School football team got the victory it wanted and needed early in the 2024 season as the Huskies shut out visiting East Greenwich, 20-0, in a Division III contest … more
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