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Jessica Kaela, shown in studio singing her newly released single, “Crying.”
Meet Jessica Kaela: A young singer focused on career growth
At 23, singer, songwriter, recording artist Jessica Kaela is a contemporary songster whose commitment to hard work, positivity, doing for others and doing what’s right, in the midst of a … more
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A line of trees near the soccer field at KMS were noticed to have been cut down recently, prompting some residents to ask why.
Shade trees removed from KMS field area due to safety concerns
A large group of trees that provided shade to parents and student athletes at Kickemuit Middle School were chopped down. Some local residents wanted an answer why. more
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Longtime Bristol resident Mary Vieira (seated center) was honored last week at a special luncheon at the Silver Creek Rehab and Healthcare Center. Joining in were (back row, standing l-r): Patrolman Sean Gonsalves, Patrolman Angelo Greco, Fire Chief Michael A. DeMello, and Silver Creek Administrator Sharon Fusco. Flanking Ms. Vieira are Town Administrator Steve Contente (left) and Ms. Vieira's son, Stephen Vieira.
There’s something about Bristol's Mary Vieira
It was a wonderful afternoon of pleasantries last Thursday at the Silver Creek Rehab and Healthcare Center, where resident Mary Vieira, accompanied by her devoted son, Stephen Vieira, were treated to a special luncheon. more
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This section of the East Bay Bike Path near the Barrington/Warren Bridge will be temporarily limited to one lane this week.
Portion of the bike path will be limited to one lane this week
The work is taking place just south of the Route 114 bridge over the Palmer River extending down to Norbert Street near the North Burial Ground. more
Members of East Bay Citizens for Peace recently held a vigil outside the Bristol Post Office.
Two decades spent working towards peace
East Bay Citizens for Peace recognized and reflected on 20 years of peace and social justice activism last Saturday. more
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Eddie Woods pours a Guiness from behind the bar of The Nest, his newly-opened Irish Pub, on the site of the former Bar 31 on State Street.
The Nest, a new Irish pub, opens on Bristol's State Street
Fans of the late, lamented Tinker’s Nest, rejoice, because Eddie Woods has opened up a new spot on State Street, just in time for St. Patrick's Day. more
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Aidan Graham, pictured as he was so often seen throughout the past 30 years.
Bristol mourns the loss of Aidan's Pub owner
Patrons, family and friends remember the late Aidan Graham, who brought life and libations to Bristol as the proprietor of the popular Aidan's Pub. more
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Charlotte Arsenault sings a solo during the song, Rise Up, with the Kickemuit Middle School Chorus.
Students shine at All-Chorus Concert
The Bristol Warren Regional School District All Chorus Concert at Roger Williams University Recreation Center took place on Monday at 6:30 p.m. Chorus groups from all of the schools — Rockwell, … more
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The development that was recently denied at 119 Water St. in Warren might have fared differently under some of the legislation proposed in the 14-bill package brought forth by Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi earlier this month.
The RI House filed 14 bills to address the housing crisis — what's in them?
Will a package of 14 different bills put forth by House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi earlier this month to address Rhode Island’s housing shortage accomplish that mission, fall short, or do something in between? more
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Former R.I. Sen. James Seveney shows off the proclamation that Town Council President Kevin Aguiar (left) had just presented to him during a brief ceremony at Monday night’s meeting. Seveney is also a former council president.
In Portsmouth: Jim Seveney honored for years of service
PORTSMOUTH — The town finally got to say “thank you” Monday night to Jim Seveney after a lifetime of public service, including 22 years in elected office. more
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The Ocean Race 2022-23 - 26 February 2023, Leg 3 onboard 11th Hour Racing Team. Fresh conditions at the start of Leg 3...Charlie Enright driving from the hatch during a period of light wind.
Damage to the rudder and main has hampered Leg 3 for 11th Hour crew
We are now lying in fourth place, 450 nautical miles southwest of New Zealand and just 144 nautical miles behind leader Holcim-PRB, wrote media specialist Amory Ross of Newport in his blog on the … more
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Casey Ruth Little, Nathan Macedo, David Lauria (in back), Abby Bratsos, Millie Piper, and Joe Ricci pose inside the music room at Mt. Hope High School. The five students are leading members of the Tri-M musical honors society, which is in its first year at the school.
New Mt. Hope musical honors group looks to raise money and lift spirits
This marks the inaugural year that Mt. Hope will have a chapter of the Tri-M Music Honors Society, a national honors society that began in 1936. Their first event exceeded all expectations. more
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State announces response plans as winter storm looms
PROVIDENCE — The administration of Gov. Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Transportation have issued plans to respond to a potential high-impact, long-duration winter storm forecast … more
Tom Sousa (center), manager at 1776 Liquors, presents a check for $1,000 to Peter and Carol McKenna during 1st Sgt. Andrew McKenna Fundraiser last Thursday night.
Fallen veteran's scholarship fund gets boost from two Bristol donors
The 7th annual 1st Sgt. P. Andrew McKenna, Jr. Beer Tasting fundraiser, held last Thursday night at the Portside Tavern, was another great success. more
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The path had been closed while workers made repairs to the library's roof.
Rogers Free Library path is open once again
With construction to the library's roof complete, the path between the Library’s Thames Street parking lot and Hope Street is accessible to foot traffic again. more
Donna Rivera, Marketing and Communications Director for Adoption Rhode Island, holding a photo of the Rado family, a local adoption success story whose family consists of three biological children and four adopted children.
Quinta Gamelin helps showcase kids looking for loving homes
The Rhode Island Heart Gallery, established in 2005, features professional portraits of children who patiently wait in Rhode Island foster care hope of finding loving families or other permanent connections. You can see them at Bristol's Quinta Gamelin Center. more
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An angled rendering of the planned renovations to Metcalf Hall at PCD to accommodate the move of the Barnard School to the East Providence campus.
PCD announces renovations as Barnard School merger nears
EAST PROVIDENCE — The Providence Country Day School will renovate Metcalf Hall in anticipation of welcoming students from the Henry Barnard School later this summer for the start of the … more
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A screen grab from the Town Council meeting's recording on YouTube shows a standing room only crowd as Robert Botelho speaks at the podium.
Bristol resident's attempt to broaden adult entertainment definition is rebuked
Local resident Robert Botelho expressed concern that Bristol’s definition could attract adult entertainment businesses that would be turned away by municipalities with tougher regulations banning such activities. more
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Police have been called to Rogers Free Library four times in the past month for incidents related to unruly juveniles.
Disruptive teens becoming persistent problem at Bristol library
Staff called Bristol police on four occasions in the past month alone; once for a racially-motivated verbal attack that was heard by multiple staff and patrons. more
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RIFC names Smith as franchise’s first head coach, general manager
PAWTUCKET — Khano Smith has been named the first head coach and general manager for Rhode Island Football Club, the expansion franchise announced in a release Wednesday, March 8. Smith is a … more
Tim Sweeney, Town Councilman from Bristol, was unanimously elected by peers on the Joint Finance Committee to become its next chairman, taking over for Warren Town Council Vice President Steve Calenda.
Joint Finance Committee gives initial praise to Bristol Warren budget
The Bristol Warren Joint Finance Committee (JFC) indicated no major issues after their first pass at the school committee-approved $58.9 million school budget proposed by Superintendent Ana Riley. more
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Riverside resident Dave Tanury had a guitar long before he learned how to play it. Once he did, he never stopped. His wild success with the band Rizzz in the 1970s and ’80s led to his eventual induction into the Rhode Island Music Hall of Fame.
Meet Dave Tanury: From chorus, to guitars, to a Hall of Fame career
At a recent sit down over coffee at Borealis, in his hometown of Riverside, R.I., legendary guitarist, singer, songwriter Dave Tanury reflected on his life and career in music. It’s a career … more
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Team 652 Underdogs (Mya Tucker, Nathan Paquette, Simon Thibault, Corbin Chin, Ian Areia, Owen Scheneck, Brady Paiva, Michael Thibault, Aiden Enes (not pictured Aidan Devine), and Team 3351 TaterBots (Daniel Vittoria, Miles Kindness, Aidan Enjeti, Brian Conway, Declan Reed, Keaton Fischer (not pictured Nathaniel Fisher, Chris Sousa), along with coaches Marny Kindness and Ryan Garrity, after the conclusion of Saturday’s events at NEIT.
Mt. Hope robotics team competes at state championship
Two robotics teams from Mt. Hope competed at the New England Institute of Technology over the weekend at the state FIRST championship competition. more
Bristol looking into lessening tax burden on seniors
In a process that will certainly take many months of discussion and research, the town would like to come up with a plan to reduce the tax burden of longtime resident seniors. more
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Ornithologist and director of avian research for the Audubon Society of R.I., Charles Clarkson will unveil the findings of his recent study, "State of Our Birds".
Bosworth Lecture to focus on maintaining healthy bird populations
The lecture will take place on Thursday, March 9 at the Rogers Free Library in Bristol. more
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