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Laufton Ascencao, in his 2018 campaign photo.

Elected state rep. Ascencao sentenced in felony embezzlement case

Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced that a former state representative-elect was sentenced in Providence County Superior Court after pleading to felony embezzlement and campaign finance … more

6/17/21

Bristol Phoenix - Thursday, June 17, 2021

6/17/21

Letter: Arlene Violet is wrong on Critical Race Theory

I often read Arlene Violet’s columns in the East Bay newspapers. I usually find them interesting and informative. She is an accomplished woman – a former nun, former Rhode Island attorney … more

6/17/21

Retired Town Clerk Lou Cirillo (front row, second from right) talks about the history of the World War II submarine net float that the town has repurposed as a landmark and memorial in honor of Spc. Michael Andrade. Andrade’s wife Kristen (left), and sister Fatima Milhomens (right), on either side of the float, agreed with Town Administrator Steven Contente that this should be a “hands-on” memorial.

'Welcome to Bristol,' from a World War II relic

Under clear blue skies this past Friday afternoon, a group of town leaders, veterans, first responders and citizens gathered for the unveiling of a special new landmark. A massive submarine net … more

By Christy Nadalin | 6/17/21

Letter: A good time to remember lessons from Dad

As Father’s Day approaches it is a good time to remember lessons learned from your Dad. Here is one of my favorites. A lesson in adaptability. In the mid-1950s growing up, my Dad worked … more

6/17/21

Letter: A tribute to Sam Kinder – and a greener Bristol

On June 3, a true Bristolian was laid to rest at Juniper Hill Cemetery in a simple and pleasant ceremony. Mr. Sam Kinder had the kindness of his Mother and the business savy of his Father. … more

6/16/21

Kenneth Januario (left) and Michael Januario pay tribute to the American flag as it is raised during a brief Flag Day ceremony on Monday evening.

Bristol opens Fourth season with traditional Flag Day ceremony

Earlier in the day, Bristol Fourth of July Committee Chairman Michele Martins indicated that the last time a Flag Day ceremony was cancelled was approximately 40 years ago. But with weather … more

By Manny Correira | 6/16/21

Letter: A letter to the Class of 2021

Years ago at a family wedding, my uncle read an excerpt from Robert Fulghum’s “All I Ever Really Needed to Know, I Learned in Kindergarten.” I liked it so much I got the poster and … more

6/16/21

Workers remove Patrolman Adam Floor's truck after an accident early Sunday morning. Mr. Floor was charged with DUI and refusal to submit to a chemical test.

Warren police officer charged with DUI, refusal

An off-duty Warren police officer has been charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and refusal to submit to a chemical test, after he was involved in a single car accident early on the … more

6/14/21

The improved Colt Park dock has new timbers, rub-rails and pile caps.

Repairs completed at Colt Park boat launch

The Department of Environmental Management, with support from The Nature Conservancy, has completed repair and maintenance work on the public boat launch in Colt State Park in Bristol. The … more

6/12/21

Bristol Police: Two arrests for domestic assault, plus stolen wallets

There were a few arrests and some noisy neighbor complaints in Bristol from May 31 to June 6. Monday, May 31 Police were called to Saint Elizabeth Manor to disperse a visitor who refused to … more

6/11/21

Letter: America’s role in ending slavery … Facts or fabrications?

I find it difficult to understand why some Americans are reluctant to give credit to America for taking a lead in ending slavery in North America. We will concede ending slavery was not a unique … more

6/11/21

Susan Pasqual leans against her back fence, with the warmup for a Mt. Hope girls’ lacrosse game taking place in the background.

A front-row seat is not what she ordered

Susan Pasqual has a small yard with a big view. As one of the neighbors directly abutting the northwest corner of the Mt. Hope High School campus, she has always been able to look from the back deck … more

By Scott Pickering | 6/10/21

Editorial: In this case, 'easier to find' is less likely to be found

Legislation before the Rhode Island General Assembly would take a swipe at both newspapers and transparency in government — two things that are intrinsically linked. House Bill 6375 and Senate … more

6/10/21

These tanks off Bayview Avenue serve the majority of water customers in Bristol. After upgrades to the system of water mains along Metacom Avenue, the tanks will be providing higher water pressure to homes and businesses throughout the east side of town by next spring.

BCWA spending $4.5 million to boost Bristol water pressure

The Bristol County Water Authority (BCWA) is about to launch two significant projects that will be noticeable, temporarily disruptive and designed to give Bristol’s water infrastructure a major … more

6/10/21

Bristol Phoenix - Thursday, June 10, 2021

6/10/21

Andre Arsenault (second from left) poses with several of the members of the band which backed him up on the recording of “02809” and who will perform with him in concert at Roger Williams University on June 29 — (from left to right) Bob Tomassone, Scott Grimo and Eric Leffingwell.

When the concerts stopped, he started making music

First performed publicly last Fourth of July, the song “02809” is an homage to the July 4 celebration in Bristol. The first song of Andre Arsenault’s creation that has reached such … more

By Christy Nadalin | 6/10/21

Todd Nicholson and Rebecca Ernst stand inside the 8,000-square-foot space that will house their Pivotal Brewing Company. Part of “Unity Park,” rising in the shell of the old Industrial Park off Wood Street, its construction has been delayed for many months because of supply line delays with their custom, historic windows.

Brewery to anchor new Unity Park development in Bristol

If not for the windows, a recent tour of Pivotal Brewing Company, one of the many new tenants set to make a splash at Unity Park, the site of the former Bristol Industrial Park, would have certainly … more

By Christy Nadalin | 6/10/21

The Robin Rug mill complex at the south end of Thames Street has been the focus of redevelopment speculation for a few decades. A new proposal would create 151 apartments inside the complex.

Tourister developer has a plan for downtown Bristol mill

Brady Sullivan Properties, LLC, which redeveloped the former American Tourister factory in Warren , is seeking approval to redevelop the Thames Street Robin Rug complex into “Bristol Yarn … more

By Christy Nadalin | 6/9/21

Letter: Missing the trees that were cut down to stumps

I walk my dog from the Bristol Town Beach parking lot to the water every day. About two weeks ago, I was dismayed to see that several mature trees were chopped down to the stumps. After a … more

6/9/21

Virginia  Boyle directs the guitar ensemble performing “Merengue,” by Richard Charlton, during Mt. Hope High School's spring concert at the school on Saturday afternoon.

Photos: Music on a sunny afternoon

The Mt. Hope Spring Concert was performed outdoors in front of a large crowd with folding chairs and umbrellas, in the senior parking lot on a beautiful Saturday afternoon. The String Ensemble, … more

Photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. | 6/8/21

The East Bay Bike Path bridges have been closed since 2019.

East Bay legislators file bill to reopen bike path bridges

Rep. Jason Knight is leading a charge to have the state repair and reopen the two closed East Bay Bike Path bridges. Rep. Knight and a group of his fellow East Bay representatives want the state … more

6/7/21

Senior Nathan Lima works with a drill press fitted with a mortise bit in the Mt. Hope High School wood shop. A part of the Construction pathway since he came to Mt. Hope in the 10th grade, Nathan already has a job lined up after graduation.

Mt. Hope building new pathways to adulthood

Vocational training at the high school level has a new look, and a variety of programs are being implemented to help connect students with opportunities — while also connecting the … more

By Christy Nadalin | 6/4/21

Letter: We all need to start finding common ground

In last week's Phoenix there was a letter to the editor criticizing my concerns regarding systemic racism , both locally and nationally, and how there are worse problems facing society, such as drug … more

6/3/21

Letter: Trust must preserve integrity of Mount Hope Farm

The article in last week’s Phoenix (“ Mount Hope Farm working to right wrongs ”) about the Mount Hope Farm Trust failure to follow state and local ordinances was especially … more

6/3/21