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State seeks respondents to housing survey

Survey responses are anonymous and will help The Rhode Island Department of Housing and RIHousing establish a better understanding of the state's housing needs. more

7/1/24

Nina McCarthy and Sara Jane Soboleski with the display case for McCarthy’s complete collection of July 4th commemorative buttons. The case, which has space for 11 more buttons, was designed by Soboleski and Patty McCobb of Allerton Framing, a birthday gift to Nina from her husband Pat.

She's collected every Fourth of July Parade button ever made

Nina McCarthy loves the Fourth — and she’s been collecting the commemorative buttons since they first came out in 1989. Now she has a display case worthy of them. more

By Christy Nadalin | 6/29/24

(L-R) Mattie Edwards-Kemp, Bristol Middle Passage Port Marker Project Vice President; Marie Holland and Tanya Hangos of T-Mobile; and Bernard Freamon, Bristol Middle Passage Port Marker Project President.

Bristol gets $50,000 T-Mobile grant to help fund Port Marker monument

The grant will go toward installing the Middle Passage Memorial in Independence Park, a historical and educational landmark to honor those affected by Bristol’s participation in the transatlantic human trade. more

By Christy Nadalin | 6/28/24

Tommy Beauregard chips onto the first green at the Bristol Golf Park during a “closest to the pin” chipping contest last Thursday.

Bristol 10-year-old drives towards national junior golf competition

10-year-old Tommy Beauregard is headed to Lakeville for the sub-regional competition of Drive, Chip, and Putt. If he keeps winning, he could find himself in Augusta. more

By Ethan Hartley | 6/28/24

Bristol PD: Two arrests and a late-night racket

Bristol Police made two arrests and responded to the Town Common late one night to find a group playing tennis between June 17-24, 2024. more

6/28/24

Officer Alexander Booth is pinned by sons, Nathan and Logan during his promotion to Sergeant.

Bristol PD now has deputy chief, captains, and a score of newly promoted officers

The Bristol Police Department held a promotions and award ceremony, aligning new ranks with a restructuring process for the department that was approved by the Town earlier this year. more

By Ethan Hartley | 6/27/24

Bristol Art Museum displaying work by late Fall River artist

Peter Strickman held many exhibitions before a diagnosis of schizophrenia, and the subsequent medication, took his desire to paint. He passed away in 2017. more

By Christy Nadalin | 6/27/24

Bristol listed among nation's 'Best Harbor' towns

In its first appearance on the annual ranking, Bristol takes the 4th spot. more

By Christy Nadalin | 6/27/24

Eliza Sirpenski and David Lauria recently released their new song, “Moon in the Morning Sky.” Sirpenski sings lead vocals and Lauria, who wrote the song, plays guitar on the track. His son, Jacob, performs on drums. You can find the song on Apple Music and other music platforms.

Mt. Hope grad collaborates with music teacher to record new song

Eliza Sirpenski has been singing ever since she could remember. She began belting out Adele, Amy Winehouse and other songs from her favorite pop artists at age 9. more

By Richard W. Dionne Jr. | 6/27/24

Rep. Patricia Morgan (R-Dist. 26, West Warwick, Coventry, Warwick) answered an inquiry about an email sent from her campaign for U.S. Senate email account that seemingly invited an untold number of people to march with her as part of a float supporting Rhode Island fishermen.

State Rep. raises eyebrows with parade march invite

An email sent by Rep. Patricia Morgan, seemingly inviting an untold number of people to march with her during the 4th of July Parade, caused a brief flurry of confusion for parade organizers. more

By Ethan Hartley | 6/27/24

The 10-12 age group takes off to start their 1-mile race.

Speedsters impress at annual Bristol Fourth Foot Races

The 37th Annual Fourth of July Foot Races saw a good turnout of youthful runners on a beautiful day of competition. more

6/26/24

Mt. Hope codifies cell phone ban in school handbook update

“The use of cell phones in educational environments (classroom or other locations where teaching and learning is taking place) is strictly prohibited,” the handbook language reads. more

By Ethan Hartley | 6/26/24

The USS Marinette is engineered to function in both near-shore and vast oceanic environments. The ship’s design and capabilities allow for seamless integration with diverse joint, combined, manned, and unmanned teams, fulfilling a range of operations including maritime security, sea control, and global deterrence.

Senator Reed gets USS Marinette to dock in Bristol for Fourth

The U.S. Navy will provide further details at a later date on how and where Rhode Islanders can get an up-close view of the USS Marinette, a 388-foot, Freedom-variant littoral combat ship (LCS). more

6/25/24

St Mary Academy-Bay View lists final Honor Roll students for 2023-24 term

EAST PROVIDENCE — St. Mary Academy-Bay View principal Dr. Marcela Rossi is proud to announce that 179 students made the honor roll for the fourth quarter, officially marking the end of … more

6/25/24

East Providence seeks artists for its ‘Beautility Box Mural Program’ program similar to ones done in the likes of Providence.

East Providence seeks artists for ‘Beautility Box' Mural Program

EAST PROVIDENCE — The City of East Providence Department of Planning and Economic Development, in partnership with the East Providence Arts Council, is calling on artists to submit design … more

6/24/24

Bristol PD: One arrested for DUI, vulgar sign holder dispersed

Police made one arrest and managed a variety of civil issues between June 10-17, 2024. more

6/21/24

The 77-year-old John St. Angelo at the start of this year’s journey, left, compared with his photo from 10 years ago (right) when he first took the 1,750 journey from Kansas City to Bristol for the 50th reunion of the Bristol High School Class of 1964 (along with his senior yearbook portrait).

77-year-old cycles from Kansas City to Bristol — for the second time

A native Bristolian, John St. Angelo isn't letting 1,750 miles get between him and his 60th high school reunion. more

By Ethan Hartley | 6/20/24

The Class of 2024 graduates from the Providence Country Day School in East Providence.

Providence Country Day School celebrates Class of 2024

EAST PROVIDENCE — The weather was perfect Wednesday, June 12, during commencement for the graduates in the Senior Class of 2024 at Providence Country Day, who were recognized for their … more

6/20/24

The original location of the King Philip Station shortly after being built in 1885.

Bristol's Ever-Ready fire station to hold celebration for 100th anniversary

Founded on May 24, 1924, this particular company is celebrating its 100th birthday this year, but in actuality; the birth of this dedicated group of firefighters began in the mid-1800s. more

By Manny Correira | 6/20/24

New MetLinks officially opens for play on June 27

EAST PROVIDENCE — MetLinks, the nine-hole re-envisioned former front side of the defunct Metacomet Country Club, will officially open to the public on Thursday, June 27. The first tee time … more

6/20/24

Bristol firefighters pose with their trophy after winning the 2nd annual Battle of the Badges last Tuesday.

Bristol firefighters conquer second annual ‘Battle of the Badges’

The Bristol Fire Department got revenge during this year’s “Battle of the Badges” charity softball game, beating the Bristol Police Department by a score of 10-8 in a fiery but friendly competition. more

By Ethan Hartley | 6/20/24

Quinn Giarrusso gets a hug from Miss Fourth of July 2nd Runner-Up, Victoria Almeida, after being awarded "Best Looking Car” in this year’s Orange Crate Derby.

Flag Day and Fourth festivities kick off in Bristol

A collection of shots from the various activities occurring in Bristol in anticipation of the 239th July Fourth Celebration. more

By Christy Nadalin | 6/19/24

Tunnelmen shortstop Matt "Guns" Abbott drops a pop fly while a Gray stares him down.

Grays and Tunnelmen split vintage baseball game in Bristol

The Providence Grays hosted the Lisbon Tunnelmen on the Bristol Town Common this past Saturday, part of a storied tradition of vintage baseball as part of the Fourth of July festivities. more

By Christy Nadalin | 6/19/24

Senior class of 50 graduates from St. Mary Academy-Bay View

St. Mary Academy-Bay View celebrated its 148th commencement as 50 young women from across Rhode Island and Southeast Massachusetts received their diplomas as members of the Class of 2024 at the … more

6/18/24

(L-r) Ruthann DeLong, Mattie Kemp, and Yulyana Torres, all members of the Educational, Reconciliation, and Healing Committee of the Bristol Middle Passage Port Marker Project Board, have organized a Juneteenth celebration to be held this Wednesday, June 19. Torres designed this banner, hanging on the fence of St. Michael’s Church.

Celebrate Juneteenth in Bristol with a free, family-friendly event

The Bristol Middle Passage Port Marker Project will be holding a free event marking the national Juneteenth holiday, June 19, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Saint Michael's Church Parish House, 399 Hope St. more

By Christy Nadalin | 6/14/24