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Letter: An open letter to the Bristol Town Council

We have serious concerns regarding the noise, safety, access to and from our marina, and negative impact on our property values. more

5/23/24

Bristol Phoenix - Thursday, May 23, 2024

5/23/24

Harbormaster Gregg Marsili and Town Administrator Steven Contente discuss the plans for the new boat ramp as a truck (with great timing) unloads a boat into the water.

Bristol to replace boat ramp, make other big improvements at Independence Park

A new boat ramp, parking lot, and site enhancements are all part of two major Independence Park projects, hopefully to start this fall and be complete by the spring of 2025. more

By Ethan Hartley | 5/22/24

East Bay Homes | May 2024

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5/22/24

Investigation of America’s troubled infrastructure still rings true today

I recently revisited this book, originally written in 2014, by Bob Herbert, former opinion columnist for … more

By Donna Bruno | 5/22/24

Cole Brauer performs rigging maintenance and work at the top of the mast.

She had to fight to get her shot — and made history when she got it

Cole Brauer, the first American woman to sail solo around the world, went from not being taken seriously to making history through sheer perseverance of will. more

By Christy Nadalin | 5/22/24

A large patch of Native Eastern Prickly Pear Cactus (Opuntia humifusa) replaced an area of turf grass lawn in the authors’ Barrington yard. The plant is an important nectar and pollen source for many native bees, especially bumblebees and long-tongued bees. It is a host plant for several native moths and a nectar source for butterflies. The prickly pads escape herbivore browsing but the fruits provide a nutrient rich meal for wild turkeys, deer, coyotes, and foxes. This native plant is rare and endangered in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Is it time to rethink the traditional lawn?

Spring is in the air, and so too are the noxious fumes and aural assault of overpowered lawn equipment. Bird song and children’s voices fill the air only to be abruptly halted by the roar of … more

By Cindy and Ed Moura | 5/21/24

Best 2023 Tournament Team Photo was awarded to team ‘Defiant,’ led by Eugene Burger, with some nice fluke caught by young anglers. This year, the Block Island Tournament is July 27 and 28.

Block Island fishing tourney is getting bigger every year

I t’s not too early to sign up for one of the summer’s most popular fishing events. “We are thrilled that the Block Island Inshore Fishing Tournament keeps growing. Last year … more

By Capt. Dave Monti | 5/21/24

We’re approaching peak time for state budget debates

In a sure sign that the end of the General Assembly session is approaching, House Speaker Joe Shekarchi has slated a budget caucus for Wednesday afternoon at the Statehouse. A … more

By Ian Donnis | 5/21/24

A powerful story of one of the nation’s worst natural disasters

In 1934, a predatory dust storm carried windblown shards of the Great Plains over much of the nation. In Chicago, 12 million tons of dust fell. … more

By Donna Bruno | 5/21/24

Text-based mental health counseling now available to Bristol Warren teachers

Students will also have access to the mental health services starting during the 2024/25 school year. more

5/21/24

Bristol PD: Police make six arrests, including multiple DUIs

Bristol PD made six arrests between May 6-13, 2024 more

5/17/24

The Mt. Hope Marching Band on parade during Bristol’s Fourth of July Parade.

Since 2008, Mt. Hope band director has instilled a love of music by example

Still just 38 years of age, Mr. Lambert has enabled Bristol and Warren students the opportunity to express their musical feelings while creating a positive atmosphere that has taken both towns by storm. more

By Manny Correira | 5/16/24

Letter: Bristol wants to save money by changing tax exemption for seniors

We need to assist older members of our community who struggle with the ever-increasing burden of increasing property taxes; not find reasons to reject their needs. more

5/16/24

The 120 acres of what will become the Mt. Hope Community Forest can be seen here, outlined in bright yellow.

Bristol to acquire 120 acres of open space

The Town intends to preserve the land as open space. more

By Christy Nadalin | 5/16/24

Bristol Phoenix - Thursday, May 16, 2024

5/16/24

Letter: Yes, be careful what you wish for

To the editor: Well, one thing Will Newman and I agree on is to be careful what you wish for (Letter: 'Careful what you wish for,' The Post, May 2, 2024 edition). Several weeks ago he wrote an … more

5/16/24

The RWU Sailing team celebrates after taking home the Open Team Race National title, after placing first at the Inter-Collegiate Sailing Association Open Team Race National Championship on April 27.

RWU sails past Ivy League competition to national championship

The RWU Hawks finished on top of the leader board against top sailing teams from Harvard, Yale, and Brown at the Inter-Collegiate Sailing Association Open Team Race National Championship. more

By Christy Nadalin | 5/15/24

This relatively large electric bicycle would be banned from the East Bay Bike Path and other state bike paths if a current Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management bill becomes law this spring.

E-bikes bill allows some, bans others

The State of Rhode Island recently moved one step closer to a law that would regulate electric bicycles on all state properties, including bike paths. Passed by the full House of Representatives two … more

By Scott Pickering | 5/15/24

An updated rendering depicts the current vision for the new Mt. Hope High School. While many features have remained the same, the updated plans includes a smaller media center, more outdoor spaces for students, and a much more detailed layout of interior classroom space.

Design for new Mt. Hope High comes into better focus

While some of the interior decisions and aesthetic design choices are still yet to be finalized, the shape and size of the building and its interior layout are mostly conceptualized at this point. more

By Ethan Hartley | 5/15/24

A story of a complicated relationship, with a shocking twist

Laurie Margolis, a 36-year-old advertising executive, and her mother, the highly respected physician, … more

By Donna Bruno | 5/15/24

An engaging story of relationships we all must face

A deeply moving book, “Hello Beautiful” focuses on the bond among the four close-knit Padavano sisters: the eldest Julia, the leader; … more

By Donna Bruno | 5/15/24

Good vibes and good times for the leaders of the House

STORY OF THE WEEK: Rhode Island House Majority Leader Christopher Blazejewski has a bit more gray hair these days, but his status as the heir-apparent to House Speaker Joe Shekarchi remains … more

By Ian Donnis | 5/15/24

Adam Tam of Worcester with a monster bluefish he caught in Greenwich Bay this week.

Anglers report the stripers are everywhere

Where’s the bite? Anglers are reporting fish in freshwater ponds, and all the bays, with striped bass, bluefish and tautog all heating up. more

By Capt. Dave Monti | 5/15/24

Overlooking Bristol Harbor, the unit fetched the fourth-highest price for a sale ever Stone Harbour.

Bristol condo sells for $2 million

According to Statewide MLS data, this is the fourth-highest condominium sale in the state year to date. more

5/14/24