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Letter: If you don’t trust ballot box, be a poll worker
To the editor: The upcoming election is all about “saving democracy,” either from government overreach by Democrats or authoritarian Republicans. I’ve been thinking a lot about … more
Jeff Sullivan with a monster fluke caught on light tackle with one of his squid rigs.
Follow these pro tips to find the big fluke
As the spring migration of striped bass starts to slow, anglers begin to focus their attention on catching summer flounder (fluke). This year, like the past three years, has gotten off to a slow … more
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On R.I. healthcare: Keep fiddling while Rome is burning
Legend has it that while a fire destroyed the city of Rome, then Emperor Nero played his violin, thus revealing his total lack of understanding of what was happening during a crisis. If Nero headed … more
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Election integrity, mail ballot application bills move through Assembly
PROVIDENCE — East Bay members of the General Assembly were among the legislators to sponsor bills in recent days in both chambers regarding ballot access and election integrity issues as the … more
Bristol PD: Police make seven arrests, break up multiple fights
Bristol police made seven arrests and responded to multiple reports of people fighting between May 20-27, 2024. more
J. Dean Norton has spent more than half a century employed at Mt. Vernon, the Virginian estate of George Washington.
George Washington’s gardener is coming to Bristol
Employed at Mount Vernon for more than 50 years, J. Dean Norton has devoted his career to researching 18th-century gardens and gardening practices. On June 3, he'll bring his nationally recognized expertise to Linden Place. more
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Letter: Thank you Colt Andrews School
This old Senior Chief proudly salutes you and your efforts. Stand tall, stand proud. more
Letter: Interested in running for office? We want to help
If you are a Democrat in Bristol who is planning to run for office, thinking about running for office, or wondering what it takes to run for office, we are here to help! more
Bristol Phoenix - Thursday, May 30, 2024
Arthur Medeiros turned 104 years old on May 10. He initially forged his parents’ signatures to enlist in the Army before he was old enough, and wound up being drafted into service in 1942.
104-year-old Bristolian among cohort visiting Normandy for 80th anniversary of D-Day
Next week will mark the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings. This Friday, American Airlines and several philanthropic partners will be flying 70 of these men, including Bristol's Arthur Medeiros, to France for a very special series of events. more
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This concept design shows every element that the district hopes can be included in the final design for the outdoor learning space at Kickemuit Middle School. However, the amount of features that can ultimately be included in the space will depend on how much money can be raised on top of the $100,000 RIDE grant funding the project.
Fundraiser to be held Sunday for KMS Outdoor Learning Zone
Mount Hope Farm will host a family fun day to raise money to help build the new outdoor learning zone at Kickemuit Middle School. more
Sandra Dugan of Atria Aquidneck Place and the East Bay Chamber, (left) looks on as Savannah Murray (middle) and Margherita Dellolio react to winning a prize on the Chamber's wheel.
Chamber's 'Reality Fair' provides a helpful glimpse at financial futures
Each student got 45 minutes to choose a career and work out what expenses they could afford, putting into perspective questions about the cost of living, which has become an issue at the center of society. more
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Skyla Silvia smiles with fellow contestants after being crowned Bristol’s 2024 Miss Fourth of July Saturday night.
Joyful is the face who wears the crown
Smiles of shock, joy and pride permeated the Mt. Hope High School auditorium Saturday night, when the Bristol Fourth of July community crowned its Miss Fourth, Little Miss Fourth and their respective … more
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Police booking photo of Heather Marie Joseph.
Police: Portsmouth woman charged with DUI had kids in car
PORTSMOUTH — A 44-year-old Portsmouth woman who was charged with driving under the influence (DUI) on Saturday had children ages 6 and 9 as passengers, according to police. more
A masterful depiction of a wartime heroine
‘The Women’ By Kristin Hannah Kristen Hannah has done it again with “The Women,” which has been #1 on Best-seller lists for weeks. Author of “The … more
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James Thibaudeau splits a pair of Toll Gate defenders to advance the ball toward the goal.
Knapman, Browne power Huskies past Toll Gate 12-5, head to semis
Charlie Knapman and Ben Browne each scored 3 goals as the Mt. Hope lacrosse team pounded Toll Gate 12-5 in the Division 3 quarterfinals at home on Thursday night. Goalkeeper Ethan Labolita made 15 … more
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Members of Portsmouth Abbey’s Class of 2024 pose for a photo during commencement exercises held Sunday. Fifteen students from Portsmouth received diplomas.
Portsmouth Abbey awards diplomas to Class of 2024
PORTSMOUTH — The clouds cleared and the sun shone brightly as faculty, staff and members of the Portsmouth Abbey Class of 2024 walked across the Holy Lawn at the onset of the school’s … more
Bristol PD: Three arrests and a pizza refund
Bristol Police made three arrests and responded to a variety of complaints between May 13-20, 2024. more
St. Elizabeth's Church will begin two straight weeks of religious celebration this weekend, starting with the United Brotherhood of the Holy Spirit and the Holy Trinity event.
Popular St. Elizabeth events kick off this week in Bristol
Two of the most famous and hallowed religious events will take place over the next two weekends at St. Elizabeth’s Church. more
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Blithewold gets grant for synthetic ice rink
A $50,000 infusion of cash means soon you will be able to skate at Blithewold, no cold weather needed! more
Buyers, be crafty — Sellers, be ready
Every real estate market presents opportunities. The challenge is finding them. Today’s market, especially in the East Bay of Rhode Island and Southcoast of Massachusetts, is much the same … more
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Bristol striving, but struggling, to meet state's housing goals
At just shy of 6% of its housing listed at prices deemed affordable, Bristol has consistently failed to meet the state's standard of 10%, though not for lack of effort. more
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Bristol-based organization gets $100K to improve mental health outcomes
The Bristol-based chapter of The Arc has received a $100,000 grant to conduct mental health training and engage the community on how to better serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities throughout the state. more
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Letter: The troubling history of creating a 'demographic balance'
The more things change, the more they stay the same. more
Letter: Demand action on predatory loan vendors
Citizens should express their outrage at these undemocratic processes. Fourteen years is enough time. more
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