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Janet Phillips takes a break from cleaning out her desk at the Bristol Police Department after 39 years of dedicated service to the community.

Phillips retires after 39 years as Bristol's assistant to Chiefs of Police

On July 5, 1983, fresh off an Associates degree, Janet Phillips started her career with the Bristol Police Department as the Confidential Secretary to the Chief. On July 27, 2022, she retired, after 39 years. more

By Christy Nadalin | 8/5/22

Bristol PD: Shoplifters and a supermarket scuffle

Bristol Police activity from July 25-31, 2022. more

8/5/22

Morgan Briere of Tiverton will be a freshman in the all-virtual Rhode Island Connections Academy this fall.

Some students choose virtual school over traditional

Tracey McGee-Moreira, an educator for 34 years, points to March 13, 2020, as the day the entire landscape of education changed. It was, to her way of thinking, the true start of the pandemic, when … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 8/4/22

From fossils to crystals, new-to-Bristol rock shop has a little of everything

Stop in to this Bristol rock shop for all your crystalline needs

“Some people are into rocks and fossils, others into metaphysics and spirituality...Either way, if you have a question, you will get an answer with experience.” more

By Christy Nadalin | 8/4/22

To keep vegetable gardens healthy during a drought, mulching helps lock in moisture.

How to keep your garden up in the middle of a drought

For backyard gardeners, mild droughts and water ban restrictions common during the summer months can be a cause for concern. Kate Venturini Hardesty, a program administrator and educator with the … more

By Mary Lind | 8/4/22

Team Bristol Yacht Club (l-r) Megan Roach, Michael Gemperline, and Trish Sellon.

Women take the helm for a new Bristol Yacht Club regatta

The Women’s Driver Team Race regatta was held last weekend, July 30 and 31, in Bristol Harbor. Team racing in J-22s, each team was required to have a female skipper and no more than half of the crew could be male. more

By Christy Nadalin | 8/4/22

The full roster includes: Players — Ben Campbell; Tommy Carroll; Jackson Case; Lucas Coelho; Preston DeSouza; John Dipietro; Jayden Larisa; Finn Lawless; Caden McLaughlin; Wyatt Smith; Kyle Surkont; Mylo Vail; Caleb Walsh; Manager — David Vermilyea; Coaches — Keith Surkont; Steve Walsh; David Campbell.

Bristol Warren 10U falls in state tourney after taking district title

After an 8-4 conquering of Rumford delivered the Bristol Warren 10U Little League team a District 2 title and a trip to the state tournament, their story ended last week when the lost in the semi-final round to Cumberland by a score of 2-12. more

8/4/22

Charlotte Burnham — Miss Charlotte to those who have gotten to know her through the past 25 years of her career — is retiring on Aug. 19.

Bristol library's ‘Miss Charlotte’ is retiring after 25 years

Burnham began as a part-time employee at the Rogers Free Library in 1997. more

By Christy Nadalin | 8/4/22

Mayflower Wind map shows what route the cables for its proposed wind turbine project would traverse Portsmouth.

More concerns raised over Mayflower Wind project

PORTSMOUTH — A major wind developer’s plan to lay a 20-mile-long stretch of mostly underwater cables that would also traverse protected land in Portsmouth is attracting increased scrutiny … more

By Jim McGaw | 8/4/22

A sprinkler splashes water across a lawn in Barrington.

Dry weather lingers, but no water ban yet in town

On a quiet side street in Hampden Meadows, a contractor has set up a sprinkler near some newly-planted grass seed. By 9:30 a.m. the sprinkler is on, splashing water across a small section of … more

By Josh Bickford | 7/29/22

Ultim Emotion 2 at the start of the Newport to Bermuda Race on June 17.

World-class trimaran awaiting repair in Bristol

Not far off the Herreshoff Marine Museum pier, a forlorn vessel has been languishing on a mooring for about a month. more

By Christy Nadalin | 7/29/22

Meet Bristol's candidates for school committee (Part 2)

Get to know the people running for three open seats on the Bristol Warren Regional School Committee. more

By Ethan Hartley | 7/29/22

Colby James is a husband and father first, a musician second, but he says he wouldn’t be completely happy if he wasn’t playing music.

Meet Colby James – Singer, songwriter, guitarist, do-gooder

What struck me about local singer, songwriter, guitarist Colby James, when I met him recently, was his unpretentious, warm, affable manner. Although it was the first time we’d met, he treated … more

By Michael Khouri | 7/29/22

Taking over the space from the former Statesman Tavern, Foglia is set to open today and will serve up plant-based fine dining options.

Plant-based Foglia bringing healthy fine dining to Bristol

For many, a meatless meal can be a hard sell, but if you think a plant-based diet is nothing but an endless procession of salads, you haven’t met Chef Pete. more

By Christy Nadalin | 7/28/22

This area near Bridge Street and Beach Street in Warren, is where the incident occurred. A sharp turn provided enough of a blind spot so that the two riders could not see each other in time prior to the collision.

Victim wants answers after frightening bike path collision

Mich Myette was traveling south on the bike path back towards his home in Bristol when a life-changing moment occurred faster than he could react. more

By Ethan Hartley | 7/27/22

Acclaimed sailor Charlie Enright to visit Herreshoff July 27

On Wednesday, July 27 the Herreshoff Museum will once again welcome 11th Hour Racing Skipper and Bristol hometown hero Charlie Enright. more

7/22/22

Town Administrator Steven Contente presents the Town Coin to retiring DPW employee James Sylvester III.

Bristol honors James Sylvester for 43 years of DPW service

At their Wednesday, July 13 meeting, the Town honored James “Jimmy” Sylvester, who recently retired from the Department of Public works after 43 years of service. more

By Christy Nadalin | 7/22/22

Speaking in favor of the redevelopment, neighbor Alayne White is looking at it from the perspective of a local business owner. “I think we need to focus on what our plan is to attract more young people to our community,” she said.

Robin Rug development almost moves forward

The Bristol Town Council’s approval of a pivotal zoning change for the re-development of the Robin Rug building hinges on the affordable housing detail. more

By Christy Nadalin | 7/22/22

Bristol PD: Slashed tires, a gas station fight and a nude shoreline stroller

Bristol Police activity from July 11-17, 2022. more

7/22/22

Bristol's own Billy Andrade was recently named the winner of the prestigious PGA Tour's Payne Stewart Award.

Bristol pro golfer earns distinguished PGA award

A commitment to many charitable endeavors earned Billy Andrade a place among elite company in the pro golfing world. more

By Manny Correira | 7/21/22

Dreadnaughts firefighter Tom Camara holds on during the fill the barrel competition.

Bristol's Dreadnaught wins nail-biter in return of Firemen's Muster

A tie-breaking tug-of-war was required to determine a winner among Bristol's fire and emergency personnel, in the grand return of the popular event. more

7/21/22

The Bristol/Warren All-Stars pose for a photo after falling 8-4 to Portsmouth in the District 2 Majors All-Star finals, Saturday.

Bristol Warren All-Stars fall to Portsmouth in finals

Despite a valiant effort and great play throughout the District 2 Majors tournament, the Bristol Warren All-Stars ultimately fell to Portsmouth in the final round on Saturday at Bristol Memorial Field by a score of 8-4. more

7/21/22

Meet Bristol's candidates for school committee (Part 1)

Part one of a two-part feature on the candidates for Bristol’s representatives on the Bristol Warren Regional School Committee. more

By Ethan Hartley | 7/21/22

The plant-based comfort food served up by Basil & Bunny, which began out of Hope & Main in Warren, will have a permanent brick and mortar store in Unity Park soon.

Basil & Bunny targeting August opening at Bristol's Unity Park

The popular plant-based Basil & Bunny is looking forward to an early August opening at Unity Park in Bristol. more

7/20/22

Members of the Portsmouth District 2 Major All-Stars pose for a team picture after beating Bristol/Warren for the championship on Saturday.

Portsmouth Major All-Stars advance to states (photos)

BRISTOL — The Portsmouth Major Little League All-Stars are going to the state tournament. They beat Bristol/Warren 8-4 on Saturday in Bristol for the District 2 Major All-Star … more

7/19/22