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Four of these hot pink signs were posted in the front foyer of Barrington High School last week. Orange signs with the same message were posted near another entrance. No one at the school was able to answer who posted the signs or when.
More questions, some answers, about FREE!! school food
Last week I wrote a first-person account of my research into school lunches in Rhode Island. This week I’m back, writing on the same subject, with updates on what I’ve learned, and a … more
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How do women factor into races for Governor and Congress?
STORY OF THE WEEK: When women run for office in Rhode Island, they usually win. Years of gains in the state Senate, for example, resulted in the chamber being equally divided between male and female … more
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Karen Binder approaches a mark rounding at the 2022 DN US Nationals. “I'm going about 50 mph and actually accelerate to about 55 when I ease my sail to go around the mark,” Binder said. “It's a slight bear away and then I sheet back in to make sure my mast bends to force the boat and runners down so I don't spin out or lose control going downwind.”
Bristol woman is a fast-rising ice boating star
Bristol resident Karen Binder is rapidly climbing the ranks in the high-speed, high-stakes, male-dominated sport of ice boating. more
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Prediction: Another ’Wild West’ for real estate sales in 2022
The housing market in the East Bay is tighter right now than it was heading into the hypercompetitive 2021 spring housing market. Unfortunately for home buyers, more heartache, not relief, is the … more
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Letter: Parents need to be aware of Sex Education bill
To the editor: Our two local Statehouse representatives, Susan Donovan and June Speakman, recently co-sponsored Rhode Island House bill 2022-7166 that, if enacted, would amend existing sex education … more
Mt. Hope students earning All State honors include back (l-r): Jeff Gonzalez, Emily Marino, Henry Scott, Lucien Chidester, Nathan Macedo; Front (l-r): Eva White, Rachel Ouellette, Sophia Ferolito, Vic Bullard, Zelda Hayes, Hannah de Jesus, Abby Bratsos, Analucia Romero, and Sabella Matheson. Not shown: Sonia Bradley, Maddie Campo, Jacen Douglass, Carmen Tandoh.
All-time high 18 Mt. Hope musicians make All State contest
Despite challenges, the number of students from Mt. Hope High School earning All State honors has increased. more
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Bristol Phoenix - Thursday, February 10, 2022
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Bristol Warren Superintendent Ana Riley told the Policy & Curriculum Subcommittee that she would be overhauling the district’s Code of Conduct during their meeting on Monday night, including taking a more hands-on approach to handling disciplinary actions and phasing out automatic suspensions.
Bristol Warren to phase out suspensions in overhaul of school discipline policy
Bristol Warren Superintendent Ana Riley is initiating a plan to overhaul the district’s Code of Conduct, including taking a more hands-on approach to handling disciplinary actions and phasing out automatic suspensions. more
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Letter: Shot-tyrants continue with an almost religious fervor
To the editor:  “Of all tyrannies, a tyranny sincerely exercised for the good of its victims may be the most oppressive.” C.S. Lewis Over the past two years, it has become … more
Freshman Lola Silva took home the gold medal in the long jump with a leap of 16 feet 2.5 inches during the freshman state track championships at the Providence Career and Technical Academy on Monday night. In photo, Silva makes her second place leap during the class championships on Saturday.
Silva wins gold in the long jump at the freshman state championships
Freshman Lola Silva took home the gold medal in the long jump with a leap of 16 feet 2.5 inches during the freshman state track championships at the Providence Career and Technical Academy on Monday … more
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Reese Pavao competes on vault, earning an 8.5 during a late-January meet against Portsmouth, Rogers/EP, and Middletown.
Huskies gymnasts persevere through injuries, COVID
The Mt. Hope gymnasts have battled through injuries and COVID this season to excel in their sport. more
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Harbormaster Gregg Marsili (center) showing concrete dock components to Town Administrator Steven Contente (left) and Economic Development Coordinator Chis Vitale (right).
Construction begins on State Street Marina
The new public pier, with expanded slip space and fishing access, will be ready by Memorial Day more
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Brick Pizza Co owner Jordan Sawyer at his new Unity Park establishment after a blockbuster opening weekend that saw some 1,200 diners come through the doors. “It’s a good problem to have,” he said of the enthusiastic reception.
After a long wait, Bristol welcomes Brick Pizza Co.
Brick Pizza Co. opened the weekend of Jan. 22, and that opening was anything but “soft”. more
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Letter: A college course in civility
To the editor: Without taking all you good folks for a schmaltzy walk down memory lane let this grouchy old man get this off his chest. When I was a young boy and we had a blizzard, before my father … more
Letter: A score card for Robin Rug development
To the editor: I’ve been trying to keep up with the proposed and changing development plans for Robin Rug. After the recent Zoom meeting presentation and subsequent information, for the life of … more
Letter: Connors and Malone have it right on pumping station
To the editor: By alerting us to the proposed demolition of the 114 year-old Child Street pumping station, Ned Connors and Patrick Malone’s letter “BCWA’s Historical Buildings … more
Bristol Phoenix - Thursday, February 3, 2022
Yes, there is free lunch
I’m breaking protocol to tell this story in the first person, because the whole project really began at home in our kitchen. First, a little background. [If you want to skip my personal … more
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Grange Garcia tosses snow off of the steps of a home on High Street on Sunday.
Bristol gets through blizzard unscathed
Despite a massive dumping of snow, Bristol's DPW was up to the task and there were no significant instances of power outages throughout the area. more
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Poli-ticks: The sacred cows are mooing!
Forgive me for titling a column that I used almost 14 years ago. Like then, but with more money available now, the State has a surplus ($618.4 million, a $1.3 billion CARES ACT infusion of cash, … more
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Letter: No excuse not to clear snow off your car
To the editor: So here we are, recovering from the storm which will likely be among the top five in Rhode Island's history. But we will also be dealing with one issue that prevails after … more
Huskies senior forward Bruce McGuire sinks a jumper in the first overtime period. McGuire scored a game high 24 points as Mt. Hope beat Ponaganset 57-53 in double overtime during a Division III home game on Friday night.
Huskies comeback and beat Chieftains 57-51 in double overtime to claim first place in Division III
Pandemonium rocked the gymnasium when the final buzzer sounded and the Mt. Hope basketball team beat previously undefeated Ponaganset 57-53 in double overtime to claim first place in Division III … more
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Accuweather forecasters are predicting 2 to 3 feet of snow for southern New England.
Gov. declares 'disaster emergency,' closes roads as blizzard approaches
With heavy snow and high winds expected to create blizzard conditions and treacherous driving on Rhode Island roads tomorrow, Gov. Dan McKee has issued an executive order setting in place two types … more
Tyler Rhynard is already making a national name for himself on the football field.
12-year-old Warren resident a rising football star
Meet 12-year-old Tyler Rhynard of Warren. Following in the footsteps of his high-powered athletic parents, Tyler is making his own history. more
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