To the editor:
For several years now, there has been a constant and increasing drumbeat by media and government types about providing safety and safe spaces. Nothing could be further from the …
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7/20/23
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To the editor:
Once again I read some reporting in the Phoenix of some startlingly inept and unimaginative planning proposed for the creation of a new Bristol/Warren High School. There is no …
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7/20/23
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To the editor:
In regards to Jim McGaw’s article, “What to do about Bad Beach Behavior” , I’d like to say it is not just a problem for Tiverton and Portsmouth residents. …
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7/20/23
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Work on cast iron water mains, as well as gas mains, have begun and will proceed through the coming few weeks.
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7/19/23
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In a town known for its athletic prowess and infectious nicknames, the recent passing of Joseph Malloy, better known as “Boy” Malloy, caught a lot of people by surprise.
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By Manny Correira
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7/19/23
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Arthur Franco is probably not the type of guy you would expect to see kneel down beside a hot pink-bridled miniature pony, whispering soft words of encouragement while enticing it with a handful of hay...
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By Ethan Hartley
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7/19/23
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Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England recently announced that Isabelle Sharp of Bristol earned the Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest award in Girl Scouting.
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7/18/23
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EAST PROVIDENCE — Riverside quite literally takes center stage on the city's community calendar in the coming days and weeks, beginning this weekend with the inaugural Crescent Park Carousel …
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By Mike Rego
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7/18/23
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A new law sponsored by Sen. Pamela J. Lauria and Rep. Michelle McGaw will require health insurers in Rhode Island to cover the full cost of Epi-Pens.
The legislation (2023-S 0575A, 2023-H …
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7/18/23
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The Bristol Warren 11U Little League Team celebrated a 14-1 victory over Portsmouth Little League on Saturday, and now head to the Rhode Island State Tournament beginning this Saturday in Cranston.
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7/17/23
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EAST PROVIDENCE — Two hikers discovered a total of 42 guinea pigs abandoned at the Browning Mill Pond Area off of Arcadia Road in Exeter on Tuesday, July 12.
The hikers, along with two …
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7/14/23
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The Rhode Island Attorney General's Office announced Friday that Bristol resident Keith Sartini had been arrested and charged with falsifying information in the attempt to purchase a firearm.
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7/14/23
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EAST PROVIDENCE — All Stater, player of the year, team captain, Hall of Famer, championship level coach and, now, athletic director.
One of the most consequential student-athletes in the …
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7/14/23
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The former Bristol resident and Mt. Hope High School graduate brought his musical talent, which includes Grammy nominations and victories, to town for everyone to enjoy recently as part of the recent Bristol Fourth of July Concert Series.
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By Manny Correira
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7/13/23
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To the editor:
As a parishioner of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, I wonder why it is thought that we need to defend Fr. Zinno, a holy and sacrificial priest.
There is but one holy, …
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7/13/23
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To the editor:
Last week's Phoenix featured an article regarding the need for a new high school to replace the existing Mt. Hope High School and the obstacles that may be encountered if a …
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7/13/23
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To the editor:
Well, we just completed another year, 238 annual celebrations under our collective belt, and we will start looking at number 239 real soon. As I stroll into September, I will …
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7/13/23
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To the editor:
I’m writing in regard to the closing of all side streets in downtown Bristol at 8:00 a.m. I don’t think this was ever done before.
This morning I traveled down …
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7/13/23
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“This is supposed to represent the colors of the American flag. That’s why we’re doing this...So if it’s supposed to represent the flag, it ought to be the right colors.”
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By Scott Pickering
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7/13/23
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The Herreshoff Marine Museum will be hosting an unforgettable summer of music, every Thursday from July 13 to Aug. 31, under the tent on the HMM waterfront, from 6 to 8 p.m., rain or shine.
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7/12/23
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Though it may seem that way, the Bristol Fourth of July parade route has not always been painted with a red, white and blue center stripe.
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7/12/23
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On a warm, midweek spring day at Borealis Coffee in Bristol, I sat at an outdoor bistro table with singer, songwriter, guitarist Michelle Saylors to conduct a long-awaited one on one interview. …
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By Michael Khouri
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7/11/23
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The Bristol County Water Authority was beat by only one other water authority in the country at this unique nationwide competition.
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By Ethan Hartley
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7/11/23
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