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The new statue, designed by sculptor Victoria Guerina (who was in attendance), looks over the shoulders of firefighters and EMS personnel during Sunday’s annual Firemen’s Memorial at Bristol Firemen’s Memorial Park.
Bristol Firemen’s Memorial honors service over self
Intermittent rain and wind may have dampened parade attendance, but the heart and soul of Bristol’s annual Firemen’s Memorial was on full display. more
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Graduating senior Marissa Vargas is all smiles as Prudence Island School teacher/advisor Stephanie Jenness turns her tassel at the conclusion of a unique one-student graduation ceremony outside Sand Point Lighthouse on the island Saturday. At right is Cathy Homan, who chairs the Prudence Island School Foundation.
On Prudence Island, a graduation of her own
PRUDENCE ISLAND — There was no long procession leading down to an athletic field, no band playing “Pomp and Circumstance,” and no long speeches by multiple students and faculty … more
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Rhode Island legislators Representatives Jason Knight, Justine A. Caldwell and Jennifer Boylan (from left to right) attended a White House State Legislative Convening on Gun Violence Prevention on Dec. 13. Knight and Boylan represent East Bay communities.
East Bay legislators lead the way on gun violence prevention bills
One bill that gun violence prevention advocates claim as their biggest success during this year's session, and two more bills intended to close 'gaps' in existing law, have all been put forth by an East Bay representative or Senator. more
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Elsa White opens up a can of confetti after receiving her diploma.
Mt. Hope Class of 2024, welcomed to high school by pandemic, gets their moment in the sun
For these kids, “unity” and “sticking together” and “overcoming adversity” are more than just idle words in a graduation speech. more
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Assembly backs Lauria, Henries bills supporting women's health, safety issues
PROVIDENCE — Two bills aimed most specifically women's health and safety issues sponsored by East Bay legislators were among the latest passed by the full General Assembly earlier this week. … more
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The Northern Quahog
Quahogs – Who, what, where, why and how?
A new report written for anglers by anglers serves as a call-to-arms to galvanize the angling community to demand action as climate change disrupts fishing experiences coast to coast. Last … more
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A win for law enforcement transparency, and a research race in R.I.
STORY OF THE WEEK: After an update of the Law Enforcement Officers’ Bill of Rights recently got close to the finish line, there was 0.0% chance that legislative leaders wouldn’t get it … more
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Ana Riley answers questions from the Fall River School Committee during their public interview on Wednesday night.
Riley to remain in Bristol Warren after vying for Fall River superintendent job
Riley, a native and resident of Fall River, wasn't looking for a reason to leave, but couldn't pass up an opportunity to apply for the top job in her home district. But it didn't wind up going her way. more
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Legislation requiring safe firearms storage passes full General Assembly
PROVIDENCE — With final votes in the Senate, Thursday night, June 6, the General Assembly has approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Justine Caldwell and Sen. Pamela J. Lauria to require safe … more
Assembly passes e-bike regulations – Yes to some, no to others
PROVIDENCE — The General Assembly voted on Thursday, June 6, to approve legislation from East Bay Rep. Jennifer Boylan and Sen. Dawn Euer to expand the legal use of electric bicycles in Rhode … more
Bristol PD: Mostly noise complaints during quiet crime week
Bristol PD made no arrests between May 27 and June 2, 2024. more
Ben Jolivet reads his work from the inaugural Writers Residency at Linden Place.
They occupied Linden Place for a month for creative inspiration
The reading of works and discussion for the 2024 Writers Residency participants will be held on Wednesday, June 12 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. more
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RIPTA will not move forward with service reductions
PROVIDENCE — The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority, RIPTA, will not move forward with previously proposed service reductions, which were scheduled to go into effect on Saturday, June 15, as … more
With operations run from a “golf hut” without access to running water or public sewer, managers of the Bristol Golf Park argued there was no way for them to comply with the requirements of a Class B liquor license.
Bristol Golf Park one step closer to rarely-used Class C liquor license
Receiving testimony that a license to serve alcohol was essential to the golf park's viability as a business, the Town Council set to create a very specific set of circumstances to grant the license. But it's not official yet. more
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Letter: A letter of appreciation to the Town of Bristol
We feel that these pickleball courts are the crown jewel of our community, and we are so proud and appreciative of all that the town has done to help our sport grow. more
Letter: Rogers Free Library continues to impress
One gem of Bristol’s that has slowly become an undisputed, community resource center is Hope Street’s Rogers Free Library. more
To many, the carrying and adoration of the statue of Santo Cristo dos Milagres is an event like no other in the proud history of the Portuguese people in Bristol.
Hundreds turn out for annual Santo Cristo Feast
Thanks to the tireless efforts of the Santo Cristo Feast Committee, this year’s celebration was one for the books. more
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Bristol Phoenix - Thursday, June 6, 2024
Bristol Harbor Inn would build a new ramp going north from the tent area to access the pool boat, which would be about 44 feet long by 20 feet wide.
'Pool boat' proposal ignites strife on Bristol Harbor
Bristol Harbor Inn is seeking to dock a boat with a pool in the middle of it on their property. Stone Harbour is going to do whatever necessary to keep that from happening. more
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Hope Avery, leader of the Daffodil Project committee for the Bristol Garden Club, on site at the RI Veterans Home Saturday morning, digging up the daffodils with several other volunteers. “They don’t seem to understand how a perennial bed works,” she said, of Veterans Home leadership.
RI Veterans Home gives order to dig up daffodil bulbs
Apparently unhappy with the unsightliness of post-bloom flowers, the Bristol Garden Club was instructed to remove them or lose them. It's not immediately clear who made that call. more
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East Bay Regional Coalition gains grant for alcohol and cannabis prevention
BARRINGTON — The East Bay Regional Coalition, through its BAY Team, was recently awarded a five-year grant from the Rhode Island Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities … more
Betty Grimo received the royal treatment recently at her 100th birthday party celebration.
Bristolian's secret to turning 100? Staying active, and lots of Bingo
Betty (Jones) Grimo officially reached the 100-year plateau on May 29, with all the pomp and circumstance befitting a queen. more
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Front row (l-r): Fiona Sharp, Arden Wilkes, Isabelle Courtney, Lucien Chidester. Back row (l-r): Seren Davies, Elsa White, Edda Petrillo, Bridget Williams, Adam Garies and Vic Bullard.
Meet the Top 10 of Mt. Hope High School's Class of 2024
Students from Mt. Hope High School displayed leadership by example, and enthusiasm for advocacy. more
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Is R.I. healthcare ‘on the precipice of a disaster’?
STORY OF THE WEEK: During a fiery speech last Tuesday in the House of Representatives’ chamber at the Statehouse, Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha warned of the growing healthcare … more
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Kara Pisasale vaults over the bar during the pole vault. She tied for 6th in the event with a jump of 9 feet. Pisasale also placed 14th in the 400-meter run with a time of 1:02.30 and 15th in the 800-meter run with a time of 2:25.97.
Jackson places fourth in dash, triple jump at state meet
The Mt. Hope girls track team placed 12 with 24.20 points during the RI state track championships at Conley Stadium on Saturday. Sophomore Thea Jackson had a good day in both the track and field … more
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