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Bristol/RWU Cooperative to award $12,500 in grants for community projects

Applications are due by Oct. 15. more

9/21/23

As Hurricane Lee passed by this weekend, it left behind a variety of trees that have been uprooted or completely fallen as a result of the wind. Trees are the stalwarts of our New England landscape, … more

9/21/23

Paula Clare belts out blues and rock, backed by her Paula Clare band.

Photos: PorchFest 2023 dodges hurricane, rocks downtown Bristol

After a week of uncertain forecasting, mother nature dialed up a glorious September afternoon on Sunday for Bristol’s annual event, PorchFest. more

9/21/23

The timeline including the list of all known enslaved individuals that came through Bristol, seen on display outside of Linden Place.

Presentation: Who were the enslaved of Bristol and Warren?

On Thursday, Sept. 28 at 6:30 p.m. at the George Hail Library, Courtney Garrity, creator of the database with the Bristol Historical and Preservation Society will meet with Pat Mues and Sarah Weed of the Warren Middle Passage Project to discuss their research. more

9/21/23

Gordon School has created a new “Whatever I Need” block in every student’s day, where they have free time for “whatever they need.” In the spirit of social-emotional wellness and growth, classes might go outside for some fun, hold a lively discussion about an important topic, or spend time reading together (above) with the school’s therapy dog, Denver.

For private schools, enrollment growth is a pandemic silver lining

While the global pandemic made a mess of just about everything everywhere, it had a hidden benefit for private schools — it boosted their enrollments. Admissions directors at numerous … more

By Scott Pickering | 9/21/23

Jaia Robotics co-founder Ian Estaphan Owen (left) and Deedee Chatham, Business Development Director, hold a model JaiaBot, a powerful aquatic data collection device. Jaia Robotics is one leading Bristol-based tech company to be showcased during the Innovation Crawl next week.

Bristol businesses to shine during statewide 'Innovation Crawl'

“The innovation crawl came to be because I wanted to show collaborative efforts across the state,” said Mollie Williams, Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Innovate Newport. “The Bristol stop will really shine. It’s unique.” more

By Christy Nadalin | 9/21/23

Bristol Phoenix - Thursday, September 21, 2023

9/21/23

Late Bristolian preservationist is namesake for new center on preservation education

It’s hard to overstate Lombard Pozzi’s impact on historic preservation in Rhode Island, and especially in his hometown of Bristol. That acknowledgement has now led to the creation of the Lombard J. Pozzi Center for Historic Preservation Education. more

By Christy Nadalin | 9/21/23

Letter: Thank you to the Bristol Warren School Building Committee

We would like to thank the members of The Bristol Warren School Building Committee for your tireless efforts and the personal sacrifices you have been making to help our students and community. more

9/21/23

Letter: Colt State Park could be so much better

Colt is being turned into a desert, with acres of mowed grass that does not support wildlife. more

9/21/23

Letter: Will you help us fund the Port Marker memorial?

You have the opportunity to be a part of this community endeavor to erect this important Memorial in acknowledgment of Bristol’s history. more

9/21/23

"What had previously had the aesthetics of the vegetation next to an I-95 off-ramp was now a stately, pristine garden that complimented the organization's work at the neighboring Rogers Free Library."

Letter: A beautiful transformation in Bristol

At times we take this beautiful town we call home for granted. more

9/21/23

Letter: Opposed not to the school, but to the location

The bottom line here is that the members of the school building committee need to start paying attention to the numerous citizens who have valid concerns about the plan to build a new high school. more

9/21/23

The Town of Bristol wants YOU to help plan the celebration for America’s 250th birthday.

Bristol to organize committee to celebrate America's 250th birthday

‘Semiquincentennial’ doesn’t have the neat ring of “Bicentennial”, but it is nonetheless what we will be celebrating in 2026: the 250th birthday of the United States. more

By Christy Nadalin | 9/20/23

Letter: Rigorous kindergarten curriculum?

If we are putting the pressure of a curriculum on children in kindergarten, I fear for their mental health. more

9/20/23

Private Education | Fall 2023

Private Education | Fall 2023 more

9/20/23

14U's Adam Correia gets ahead of a New Bedford defender.

Train keeps rolling for East Bay Warriors

The train keeps rolling for the 14U East Bay Warriors football team as they pounded New Bedford 28-0 in the home opener on Sunday, 9/17. Through the first four weeks they have outscored their … more

Photos by Julie Furtado | 9/19/23

Huskies' midfielder Maddox Canario (left) and Yanni Tapinos collide while fighting for a loose ball during Mt. Hope's loss to Barrington on Thursday night.

Mt. Hope soccer teams kick off their seasons

Jackson scores two as Huskies edge Smithfield 3-2 Sophomore striker Thea Jackson scored 2 goals as the Mt. Hope girls soccer team edged Smithfield 3-2 in a Division I game on Thursday night. … more

Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. | 9/19/23

The statue of St. Elizabeth of Portugal is carried proudly through local neighborhood streets on a day filled with religious history.

Parishioners enjoy long awaited first procession for St. Elizabeth’s namesake

The statue of St. Elizabeth of Portugal, who was canonized for her good deeds, including helping the sick and the poor, and was canonized in 1625, was taken through the streets of Bristol in a wondrous procession this past Sunday. more

By Manny Correira | 9/19/23

Tom Hood with a false albacore caught off Narragansett from his kayak last fall.

NOAA Fisheries needs our support

The U.S. House Appropriations bill for fiscal year 2024 will have a devastating impact on fish and habitat, as it reduces funding by 14 percent for NOAA Fisheries, a cut of $900 million. Yet our … more

By Capt. Dave Monti | 9/19/23

Severe weather creates an array of problems for municipal leaders

STORY OF THE WEEK: If you were driving around North Providence, parts of Providence or other local communities during torrential downpours early last week, you may have felt like an extra in … more

By Ian Donnis | 9/19/23

Lynn Palmieri helps Alisa Furtado with a math problem in one of the new outdoor learning areas that she helped get built at Hugh Cole Elementary School during the first week of school.

'Grounded and focused' — new outdoor learning areas impress at Hugh Cole

Hugh Cole teacher Lynn Palmieri has been an outspoken advocate on the benefits of outdoor learning for years. Now she has two dedicated outdoor learning spaces to prove it. more

By Ethan Hartley | 9/19/23

Bristol PD: New York City resident arrested for stalking

Bristol Police made one arrest and restored the peace during multiple incidents from Sept. 4-11, 2023. more

9/15/23

(R-l) Town Administrator Steve Contente, Parks and Recreation Director Warren Rensehausen, Police Chief Kevin Lynch, State Rep. Susan Donovan and Diane Davis kept the trays of food (a delicious barbecue chicken lunch donated by the Common Pub) coming.

AARP recognizes Bristol as an 'Age-Friendly' community

AARP took the opportunity of the annual senior picnic to make the announcement that Bristol has been added to its network of Age-Friendly Communities. more

By Christy Nadalin | 9/14/23

Letter: Questions on new high school are sound

Bristolians are indeed fortunate to have residents like Pete Hewett, who exercises sound judgment in his Letter to the Editor from Sept. 2. more

9/14/23