STORY OF THE WEEK: Rhode Island House Majority Leader Christopher Blazejewski has a bit more gray hair these days, but his status as the heir-apparent to House Speaker Joe Shekarchi remains …
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By Ian Donnis
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5/15/24
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Where’s the bite? Anglers are reporting fish in freshwater ponds, and all the bays, with striped bass, bluefish and tautog all heating up.
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By Capt. Dave Monti
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5/15/24
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According to Statewide MLS data, this is the fourth-highest condominium sale in the state year to date.
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5/14/24
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Junior Ethan Santerre was pitching a gem against third place, 9-4 Cumberland. The mighty Clippers managed just a single run against the lefty, who had struck out five through the first five innings, keeping them off balance with a nasty, down-and-in, slider, fastball and changeup. Santerre unfortunately tired in the sixth and Cumberland took advantage, exploding for 6 runs to take a 7-0 lead.
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Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr.
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5/13/24
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Brenner Signs crewmen Tom Vacchino (beard at left) and Brian Andrews were busy at work putting up the new Clements' Market sign, one letter at a time, on Tuesday afternoon.
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5/10/24
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Our Career Explorers Mini-Grant program is open for enrollment through the end of May. We have $15,000 to distribute to applicants selected from those we receive.
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By Craig Evans
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5/10/24
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"We pay our taxes and we expect everybody to fix everything for us, but there's nothing saying that we all can't contribute," Paul Salesi said. "We can all give back.”
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By Christy Nadalin
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5/9/24
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Every now and then, the excuses to party can get a bit outlandish. In this case, I suspect calling this recent celebration a bit “outhouse-lish”.
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5/9/24
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The response from the Bristol community was wonderful and the connections with local resources volunteering their time was outstanding.
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5/9/24
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New Goree began to be developed around 1805, and was populated with a sizable quantity of free Black citizens. More is being uncovered about this area, and a local group wants to share their discoveries.
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By Christy Nadalin
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5/8/24
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The annual Bristol Garden Club Plant Sale will be held at Mount Hope Farm from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, May 11.
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5/8/24
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Multiple state entities and three local municipalities on the front lines of rising tides are teaming up to address a common problem that isn't going away any time soon: the flooding of Route 114.
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By Ethan Hartley
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5/8/24
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The Mt. Hope girls track team place third and the boys team placed eighth at the Eastern Division track championships at Barrington High School on Saturday.
"The boys and girls had a great day …
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Photos and story by Richard W. Dionne, Jr.
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5/7/24
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The great news is that the striped bass are here on their spring migration north. I caught a 30” fish in Greenwich Bay Saturday in front of Buttonwoods, Warwick, with a Yo-Zuri Cystal minnow …
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5/7/24
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STORY OF THE WEEK: Pro-Palestinian protests at Brown University came to a peaceful end last week – a contrast to the mass arrests and disorder seen on many campuses across the …
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By Ian Donnis
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5/7/24
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PROVIDENCE — The General Assembly backed bills sponsored by two high-ranking East Providence legislators seeking to hold the Rhode Island Department of Transportation accountable going forward …
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By Mike Rego
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5/3/24
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Danny Savery opened his first Brazilian Jiu Jitsu studios in Tiverton and then Somerset after leaving law enforcement about 18 years ago. Now he has three locations, in Somerset, Fairhaven, and most recently, Bristol.
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By Christy Nadalin
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5/3/24
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Traditionally prepared using irons with family crests or regional designs, these cookies are more than just a treat; they are a celebration of family, festivity, and the sharing of Sicilian culture with the world.
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By Christy Nadalin
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5/2/24
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After sailing 30,000 miles and spending 130 days alone at sea, Cole Brauer made history on March 7, 2024. On May 15, she'll share stories about her journey at Roger Williams University.
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5/2/24
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It's that time of year when you can make a difference for the less fortunate.
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5/2/24
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Asking for help does not mean that you are weak – it is a sign of your strength.
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5/2/24
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I would like to offer our deep gratitude and appreciation to the BeeHive Café for their generous donation towards our Bristol memorial sculpture.
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5/2/24
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I applaud the Bristol Town Council for adopting the resolution to the General Assembly that supports this critical and life-saving action for all Rhode Islanders.
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5/2/24
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In a time when corporations are mainly focused on profits and greed, it was a blessing to learn of one who gives back to their community.
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5/2/24
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