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Lola Silva goes airborne during a long jump attempt at the freshman state championships last week.

Huskies freshman Lola Silva notches another gold in the long jump

Silva recently notched another gold medal win on May 24 at the freshman outdoor state championship in Coventry, beating out all other freshmen in Rhode Island for the long jump. more

By Ethan Hartley | 6/2/22

Among the many stakeholders attending the presentation of critical health and welfare data about Rhode Island’s children were (l-r) Stephanie Geller, Deputy Director, Rhode Island KIDS COUNT; Rita Capotosto, VP of Family Development, East Bay Community Action Program; Emily Spence, Program Manager, Parents As Teachers; Melissa Goldstein, Director, Bristol Health Equity Zone; and Kristin Read, Director, Warren Health Equity Zone.

Kids Count data shows rising mental health concerns among kids

Data from 2020 shows that 467 teens ages 13 to 17 were admitted to the emergency department following a suicide attempt, with 334 hospitalized. more

By Christy Nadalin | 6/1/22

Letter: An open letter to the BWRSD School Committee

To the editor: Well, this is a new low for the loose coalition of five members within the current School Committee for the Bristol Warren Regional School District. The idea that you would vote to NOT … more

6/1/22

Letter: To the Bristol Warren School Committee, from an experienced educator

To the editor: Recently, I sent a letter to Dr. Ana Riley, Superintendent of Schools for BWRPS. The letter was in support of Dr. DiBiase, principal of Mt Hope HS, and the superintendent’s … more

6/1/22

Brad Denson (left) celebrates with Ethan Santerre after the freshman scored a run in the second inning. The Huskies lead off hitter smashed three hits and drove in three runs.

Huskies nine out slug Cranston East 10-6 in D-I playoffs

The Mt. Hope baseball team slugged 14 hits to crush Cranston East 10-6 in the team’s first ever Division I playoff win at Guiteras Field on Tuesday afternoon. Mt. Hope improved their season … more

Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. | 6/1/22

Cathy Winston looks on as teammate David Schwartz returns a serve during a game of pickleball on the Bristol Town Common. The Town of Portsmouth’s grant request for matching funds to build a pickleball facility at Elmhurst Park was recently denied.

State to Portsmouth: No pickleball for you!

PORTSMOUTH — Sorry, pickleball enthusiasts. The sport won’t be coming to Portsmouth just yet. The town recently learned that its 2022 Department of Environmental Management (DEM) … more

By Jim McGaw | 5/29/22

Former Bristol Miss Fourth competing for Miss Rhode Island

Samantha Golden, the 2016 winner of the Bristol Miss Fourth pageant, has her eyes set on another prize — the title of Miss Rhode Island — and will be competing in a pageant this weekend for that chance. more

By Ethan Hartley | 5/27/22

Mt. Hope softball clinches division title, finishes season 16-0

The Mt. Hope softball team clinched the Division II South title as they out-slugged Portsmouth 8-4 during a home game on Tuesday afternoon. The Huskies finished the regular season 16-0 in league play and 17-1 overall. more

By Richard W. Dionne, Jr. | 5/27/22

The Bristol County Fifes and Drums Corps. perform a musket salute during the 2021 Memorial Day Observance in Bristol.

Bristol Memorial Day observance at North Burial Ground on Monday

Beginning at 9 a.m. at the North Burial Ground, the opening program will include remarks from the guest speaker and parade marshal, Lt. Col. Sheri Boucher, USAF. more

5/27/22

Bristol PD: Multiple arrests and a speedy scooter

Bristol Police activity from May 16-23, 2022. more

5/27/22

The North Burial Ground was established in 1822, and celebrates its 200th birthday this year. The Civil War Monument can be seen in the background, which was dedicated in 1902.

200 years and counting for Bristol's North Burial Ground

A unique mix of historical intrigue and modern care sets Bristol’s marquee cemetery apart more

By Ethan Hartley | 5/26/22

Editorial: Make the right choice for Mt. Hope

One constant bright spot through all the turmoil of previous years in the Bristol Warren Regional School District has been Dr. Deb DeBiase, beloved principal of Mt. Hope High School. more

5/26/22

Letter: Community must unite to stop school committee nonsense

To the editor: I work in a school district in Massachusetts and have done so for the past 20 years. I have witnessed numerous school principal searches and even formally been part of some. I … more

5/26/22

Letter: Time to speak up on senior center situation

To the editor: The word is out. Calls are being made, questions are being asked and there is confusion all around. We knew this would happen way back in December when we first heard of the Walley … more

5/26/22

Letter: Poor development raises taxes

To the editor: Development such as in the Industrial Park and housing, brewery, and restaurants in the old mills on Wood Street can be a credit to thew town and its revenues, but poorly planned … more

5/26/22

Letter: Everyone welcome to Middle Passage marker discussion

To the editor: The Bristol Committee for the Middle Passage Port Markers Project invites all residents and interested parties to an open public meeting scheduled for Sunday, June 12, from 2 to 4 … more

5/26/22

Tyler Murgo behind the scenes during the production of ‘To The Surface.’

Bristol native’s film 'To the Surface' premieres

"To the Surface”, a film by Bristol native Tyler Murgo, which explores issues about the sustainability of the local seafood industry in the wake of the pandemic. more

By Christy Nadalin | 5/26/22

Connections Program being moved from Hugh Cole to Guiteras Elementary

The Connections Program, as it is called, was created prior to the pandemic as a means of providing additional social-emotional support to students throughout the entire district with a licensed therapist to provide those supports in a classroom setting. more

By Ethan Hartley | 5/26/22

Letter: What religious freedom on abortion actually means

To the editor: Our legislators must pass H7442/S2549, the Equality in Abortion Coverage Act, out of committee in the name of religious freedom. In listening to the testimonies provided to the … more

5/26/22

Bristol Phoenix - Thursday, May 26, 2022

5/26/22

Mt. Hope junior pitcher Reily Amaral struck out 11 and allowed just three hits, a walk and four runs in seven innings of work.

Mt. Hope softball clinches division title

The Mt. Hope softball team clinched the Division II South title as they out slugged Portsmouth 8-4 during a home game on Tuesday afternoon. The Huskies are 16-0 in league play with one game … more

Story by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. | 5/25/22

Mt. Hope second baseman Parker Camelo slaps a tag on Rams baserunner Shea Caton for the second out of the seventh inning.

Jones strikes out five as Huskies edge LaSalle 1-0

Starting pitcher AJ Jones struck out five as the Mt. Hope baseball team edged La Salle 1-0 at Guiertas Field on Tuesday afternoon. The Huskies swept the two game series with the Rams and clinched … more

5/25/22

Principal Dr. Deborah DiBiase talks to the graduates of the Mt. Hope High School Class of 2021 last spring. “Dr. D,” as she’s commonly known, has been told that a majority of school committee members are not in favor of bringing her back next year.

Bristol Warren School Committee may not renew Dr. DiBiase's contract

Rhode Island's 2021 Principal of the Year recently learned that she does not currently have the support of a majority of the Bristol Warren School Committee to get a new contract this summer. more

By Ethan Hartley | 5/25/22

Dr. Deb DiBiase speaks during a graduation ceremony at Mt. Hope High School.

Should Dr. Deb DiBiase be given a contract extension?

News has emerged that a 5-4 majority of the Bristol Warren School Committee is not in favor of extending the contract of Mt. Hope High School Principal Deb DiBiase. more

5/24/22

Letters: Internal combustion engines aren’t the problem

To the editor: If Mr. Voutes (“Blown away by gas-powered lawn equipment” letter, May 19) seeks solitude and improved health by the elimination of internal combustion engines (ICE) he's … more

5/24/22