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Fr. Christian Anderson is bringing his one-man show, “Jesus Was Not a Doorman” to Bristol on Sept. 10.
Hollywood doorman turned priest is bringing his unique story to Bristol
“What happens when a good ol’ church boy ends up running the door at the hottest nightclub in Hollywood?” more
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The Patriarca family, consisting of grandparents Anthony and Mary, mother Cassie, father Michael, and children, Brady and Mia, standing in front of the disputed area that, on paper, is their property, but has been challenged by their neighbor.
Warren property dispute involves state senator, possible adverse possession
The Patriarca family thought they had meticulously planned for what would become their forever home, but a property line dispute with their neighbor, state senator Walter Felag Jr., has their plans in limbo. more
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Democratic candidates for the RI Senate District 32 seat Susannah Holloway (left) and Pam Lauria share their thoughts during a recent online forum.
Healthcare, gun laws and environment fill Senate 32 forum
The candidates for the Rhode Island Senate District 32 seat shared their thoughts on the environment, healthcare and other issues during a forum last week. Pam Lauria and Susannah Holloway will … more
The Mt. Hope Bridge is one of four bridges that the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority will begin examining through a feasibility study to determine whether a physical suicide barrier could possibly be implemented.
Bridge barrier study expected to take 18 months
According to the projected timeline, the study will begin in October and continue for a year and a half, resulting in a final report by Feb. 28, 2024. more
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Matt Chappell and Linda Ujifusa will square off in next month's Democratic primary for the R.I. District 11 Senate seat.
District 11 candidates make pitches during League forum
Linda L. Ujifusa said she’s the most qualified candidate for the R.I. District 11 Senate seat because of her experience, while Matt A. Chappell said his “different perspective” is … more
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Rev. Vander S. Martins, a Brazil native, is already finding family in Bristol’s church community
St. Elizabeth’s welcomes new pastor, Rev. Vander S. Martins
On Aug. 5, the Rev. Vander S. Martins arrived as St. Elizabeth Church’s new full-time pastor. Everyone breathed a sigh of relief. more
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Maria Ursini (with Bristol Town Administrator Steve Contene visible behind her), attend a Chamber of Commerce meeting in 2019.
'Double dip' defamation case against Town of Bristol dismissed
After three years, Judge William E. Smith, United States District Court, District of Rhode Island, dismissed all claims in a lawsuit brought by Maria Ursini that alleged, among other things, unlawful termination, defamation and malicious prosecution. more
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The boat building class poses with the one man wooden canoe that they built with paddles. Row one from left, assistant instructor Melissa Conlon, Jarrett Rodrigues, Matthew Kibarian, Sonia Staroscik, Elena Sun, row two (top), Michael Kiselka, Colby Konz, Nickolas Markham, Erich Veegh, Aidan Enjeti, Thea Willner, instructor Ariana Murphy.
Herreshoff introduces new generation to boat building
Led by International Yacht Restoration School (IYRS) graduate Ariana Murphy, the group of 10 students met at HMM for 20 hours each week in a course sponsored by the Rhode Island Marine Trades Association (RIMTA). more
Bill Teixeira (middle), Mark Dietrich (right) and others work the clam boil.
Bristol enjoys another “phenomenal” Harbor Festival
The event raised roughly $9,000 in profit after expenses that harbormaster Gregg Marsili hopes to allocate toward a new playground at Rockwell Park. more
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After requiring smaller groups due to Covid, this summer marked a return to normal, with groups of 33 campers in the first week and 37 in the second week.
Bristol Police Youth Leadership Camp returns to pre-Covid roots
Now in its fifth year, the camp format is finally back to what it was originally intended to be — a place where kids gain confidence and leadership skills. more
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Arthur Medeiros pictured in 2013, receiving his long overdue Bronze Star and one of his three Purple Hearts nearly 70 years after earning them in World War II.
Bristol WWII veteran concerned someone stole his three Purple Hearts
Could someone really have taken a 102-year-old WWII veteran's Purple Heart medals? more
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This preliminary concept design was prepared for grant application purposes; the design is not yet final.
Bristol receives $150,000 grant for outdoor bandstand
The total cost of this project is estimated to be $602,719, with a completion goal of late 2023. The Town will be seeking additional funds through other grant opportunities to supplement the Town's Capital Improvement Budget. more
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Skipper Charlie Enright and James O’Mahony man the crankshaft to make a tack while media are on aboard Mãlama on July 21.
Third time’s the charm for Barrington's Enright
Barrington’s Charlie Enright is currently preparing for his third Ocean Race — and this time the veteran skipper is determined to win.  Backed by sponsor 11th Hour Racing of … more
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Revealing the restored Shepard portrait at the Wednesday, Aug. 2, Bristol Town Council meeting are (left to right) former Town Clerk Lou Cirillo, Charlotte Burnham, and former Superintendent of Schools Ennis Bisbano.
A fine face lift for a town father
A portrait that hung in the Bristol Town Clerk’s office for years in hopes of restoration is back in great form and ready for its close up. “He was kind of my roommate for 16 … more
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Former Colt Memorial High School basketball star Richard "Stick" Medeiros is always at the top his game, including painting the exterior of the school he once represented.
Former student spending weeks sprucing up Colt and Andrews
“I’m back!” That was the battle cry of Richard Medeiros, who felt right at home on the ground that became his sports domain during the early 1960s. This time, however, it was a … more
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A screenshot of Mayflower Wind’s new virtual exhibition room.
Mayflower Wind launches virtual exhibition room
PORTSMOUTH — Mayflower Wind, the developer of an offshore wind energy lease area located off the coast of Massachusetts that could impact the East Bay and South Coast area, has launched a … more
Illustration provided by Mayflower Wind shows how proposed cables would make landfall in Portsmouth at Island Park Beach, follow Boyds Lane underground to Anthony Road, and then take one of three as-yet-undetermined routes before transitioning back to offshore in Mt. Hope Bay. The cables would eventually make it to the regional transmission system at Brayton Point in Somerset.
Portsmouth: Mayflower Wind reps grilled about cable route
PORTSMOUTH — During an informational meeting before the Town Council Tuesday night, Mayflower Wind representatives were peppered with questions about the route of a proposed cable that … more
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Bristol gives approval to waterfront mill apartments
On Wednesday, Aug. 3, the Bristol Town Council again took up the matter of zoning changes requested by Brady Sullivan Properties to support the redevelopment of the Robin Rug facility at the southern … more
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Vic Bullard has an array of musical talents, but singing carried them to an All-National vocal ensemble.
Mt. Hope student has a national-level voice
Mt. Hope High School junior Vic Bullard is joining the finest of the nation’s music students as one of only 15 Rhode Islanders chosen to participate in the National Association for Music … more
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John Birs of Bristol has raised $108,045 in his five years riding in the Pan-Mass Challenge.
Passion fuels Birs through his fifth Pan-Mass ride
Bristol resident John Birs loves to put miles on his bike — a typical weekend might see him getting together with friends to log 50 or 60 miles on a Saturday, with a (slightly) shorter ride on … more
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Purple Heart recipient Arthur Medeiros greets admirers during the 2021 Bristol Fourth of July Parade. Medeiros was thrice awarded the Purple Heart for injuries received in World War II, including at the Battle of the Bulge, as well as a Silver Star and a Bronze Star for his valor. The Bristol Veterans Council and VFW Post 237 are seeking Bristol’s Purple Heart recipients for recognition, following the Town Council’s proclamation declaring Bristol a Purple Heart Town.
Calling all Purple Heart recipients from Bristol
In August of 2019, then-Gov. Gina Raimondo declared Rhode Island a Purple Heart State, joining 44 other states and the territory of Guam. Last week, a proclamation made by Councilman Aaron Ley, … more
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Susanna Osinski, a Roger Williams University shellfish field technician and research associate, leads Senators Sheldon Whitehouse (left) and Jack Reed (center) on a “wet tour” of the university’s oyster farm, along with RWU President Ioannis Miaoulis (right).
University welcomes $1.6 million to bolster oyster and aquaculture efforts
On Monday, Aug. 8, Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse joined Roger Williams University President Ioannis Miaoulis for a ‘wet tour’ of the university’s oyster farm in Mount … more
Forum features Democrats for state Senate and Barrington Council
Democratic candidates for the Barrington Town Council and Senate Districts 11 and 32, which have some voters in Barrington, Bristol, East Providence and Portsmouth, have been invited to debate on … more
The farmers’ markets take place at St. John’s Church, across from the Barrington Shopping Center.
Final Barrington farmers market of season is Thursday
The Barrington Business and Community Association will host its final farmers market of the season on Thursday, Aug. 11. The event will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. at St. John’s church, across … more
Keep these dates in mind for the upcoming elections
The deadline to register to vote (by any means) is Aug. 14 for the primary and Oct. 9 for the general election. more
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