To the editor: I have just finished reading the editorial ‘Protect the Path’, and while I strongly agree with having no motorized vehicles on the path, I think you overlook the fact that …
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9/1/22
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Collisions with deer cost, on average, about $6,000 each time. In the past year alone there have been nearly 40 such collisions. That puts Bristol in the top 5 communities in the state, per square mile, for deer collisions.
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By Christy Nadalin
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9/1/22
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On Labor Day we honor the achievements of America’s workers, and in 2022 we have a historic victory to celebrate. Our nation’s working people have come all the way back from the depths of …
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By Marty Walsh
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9/1/22
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The Rhode Island Philharmonic will not be performing at Independence Park this Sunday night of Labor Day Weekend, as it has for many years, due to its cost.
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By Christy Nadalin
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8/31/22
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EAST PROVIDENCE — The 2022 Rhode Island Folk Festival was held at Larisa Park in Riverside on Sunday, Aug. 28.
— East Providence Post and eastbayri.com contributing photographer Tyler …
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Photos by Tyler Maxwell
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8/31/22
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STORY OF THE WEEK: With less than three weeks until Rhode Island’s Sept. 13 primary, the five-way Democratic race for governor took a curious turn. Nellie Gorbea’s campaign aired an ad …
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By Ian Donnis
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8/29/22
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To the editor:
I want to thank Mr. Clyne and Mr. Crosby (August 11 and 18 editions) for replying to my article on gun control (August 3-4 editions); I appreciate the opportunity to discuss this …
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8/28/22
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8/26/22
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Interim Mt. Hope High School principal Michelle King sent out a newsletter to families informing them that classrooms will be “cell phone free zones” this year.
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By Ethan Hartley
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8/26/22
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Phase 1 of the project corrected the outflow into Walker’s Cove with a tide gate to allow for the release of storm water when necessary. Phase 2 of the project impacted the north side of Garfield Avenue to Richmond Street. Now phase 3, from Richmond Street to the reservoir on State Street, will complete the project.
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By Christy Nadalin
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8/26/22
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In addition to being impeccably decorated, the kids showed real boat building skills, as not a single boat sank.
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8/25/22
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This past Sunday morning, parishioners and friends gathered inside the St. Elizabeth’s Church Auditorium for a light reception in Father Rocha’s honor following the 10:30 Mass.
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By Manny Correira
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8/25/22
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To the editor: “Unvaccinated people now have the same guidance as vaccinated people.” For readers convalescing from a breakthrough case after their last booster who may’ve missed …
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8/25/22
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To the editor:
I would like to thank the Town of Bristol for brainstorming and organizing the delightful event, Community Night Out, on the Town Common on Wednesday, Aug. 17. It was an amazing …
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8/25/22
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To the editor:
I sent the following email to the town councils of Portsmouth and Bristol, our state legislative delegation, and the board of the R.I. Police Chiefs Association: At the Aug. 17 …
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8/25/22
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A total of 83 bikes, 14 passengers, and 41 non-riders took part in the event.
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By Manny Correira
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8/25/22
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Sgt. Mourato is planning to bring Community Night Out back next year as an end of summer event, and hopes to partner with the town’s backpack giveaway effort.
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By Christy Nadalin
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8/25/22
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What is it that separates the candidates — Susannah Holloway and Pam Lauria — for the District 32 seat in the Rhode Island Senate?
According to both candidates, there are plenty of …
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By Josh Bickford
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8/25/22
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There are myriad dangers on every bike path. Tour de France wanna-bees weave through the crowds, believing the path should be theirs alone. Children wobble helmet-less on their tricycles with light …
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8/25/22
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Amid increasing reports of accidents or near-misses on the East Bay Bike Path between people riding electric bicycles and everyone else, Rhode Island lacks clarity on what is or is not allowed on its …
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By Katie Langley
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8/24/22
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“What happens when a good ol’ church boy ends up running the door at the hottest nightclub in Hollywood?”
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By Christy Nadalin
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8/24/22
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The Patriarca family thought they had meticulously planned for what would become their forever home, but a property line dispute with their neighbor, state senator Walter Felag Jr., has their plans in limbo.
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By Ethan Hartley
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8/24/22
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The candidates for the Rhode Island Senate District 32 seat shared their thoughts on the environment, healthcare and other issues during a forum last week.
Pam Lauria and Susannah Holloway will …
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8/24/22
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The weekly Mount Hope Farm farmers' market is moving closer to peak season for local growers and providers. The market is open every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
This time of year it takes …
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8/24/22
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