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Where the East Bike Path repairs are planned in Riverside.

East Bay Bike Path could be impacted by repair projects

PROVIDENCE — Parts of the East Bay Bike Path in Bristol and Riverside could be impacted by repair projects and temporarily close the week of July 18-22 , according to the Rhode Island … more

7/16/22

Paul LaFleur (right) was recently sworn in as the new President of Bristol Rotary for the fiscal year 2022-23 during a lunch meeting at DeWolf Tavern.

Bristol Rotary Club welcomes a new president

Paul LaFleur was recently sworn in as the new President of the Bristol Rotary Club for the fiscal year 2022-23. more

7/14/22

Rumford Minor Stars reach Silva tourney championship round

EAST PROVIDENCE — The Rumford Little League squad in the District 2 Ron Silva Minor Baseball Division All-Star event reached the winners’ bracket final against Bristol where they won by a … more

Photos by Tyler Maxwell | 7/14/22

Thomas Dawson, a Bristol resident, took off this week to begin hiking the entirety of the Appalachian Trail with his older brother, John. He smiles as he talks about the cushioned shoes he will wear, which he has been teased resemble “Frankenstein shoes”.

Bristol resident sets off for 2,194-mile hike on the Appalachian Trail

“We’re both worried we won’t be able to bring enough toilet paper,” Thomas Dawson, a Burton Street resident, said with a laugh. more

By Ethan Hartley | 7/14/22

The Town Council on Monday reversed its earlier decision to enter into a one-year pilot program to install automatic license plate readers on the Mt. Hope Bridge to assist police in suicide prevention.

No license plate readers on Mt. Hope Bridge after all

Four weeks after approving a pilot program that would have put automatic license plate recognition (ALPR) cameras on the Mt. Hope Bridge to assist police in suicide prevention, the Town Council Monday night voted unanimously to rescind its previous vote. more

By Jim McGaw | 7/14/22

A reader submitted a photo of three versions of a flier found throughout downtown Bristol on July 5 and 6. We have blocked out the contact information provided on the fliers.

Bristol Police investigating white nationalist fliers

The Bristol Police Department is investigating the origin of fliers found along the Bristol 4th of July parade route that advertise a self-proclaimed “pro-white” New England nationalist social club. more

By Ethan Hartley | 7/14/22

A photo depicts Bristol’s Firemen’s Muster from Sept 3, 1906. This year, however, will not feature the water battle.

Bristol's popular Firemen's Muster returns this Sunday

For the first time since 2019, Bristol’s bravest will hold their spirited competition. more

By Christy Nadalin | 7/13/22

Michelle King spent 11 years in Lincoln public schools before joining Mt. Hope during the 2016/17 year as assistant principal.

Michelle King appointed Mt. Hope interim principal

Michelle King, assistant principal of Mt. Hope High School since the 2016/17 school year, was named the school’s interim principal on Monday. more

By Ethan Hartley | 7/13/22

Tyler Boiani blasts a Parker DeWolf pitch over the centerfield fence to give Portsmouth a 2-1 lead in the first inning. Boiani later scored the winning run on a passed ball.

Portsmouth all-stars edge Bristol-Warren, 3-2, earn spot in finals

Centerfielder Tyler Boyani belted a two-run homer and scored on a passed ball to lead the Portsmouth 12U all-stars over Bristol-Warren 3-2 in the winner’s bracket quarterfinal on Saturday … more

Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. | 7/11/22

This snapshot of a Barrington shoreline shows the variety of activities that can take place on any given day between the water line and private property lines of waterfront estates — swimming, sunbathing, clamming, walking, etc. Advocates want to clearly establish in Rhode Island law that these rights extend from the high tide line to another six feet landward along all coastal shorelines.

Shoreline advocates see both victory and defeat

June 2 was a day of celebration for advocates working to clarify the public’s rights to walk, fish, swim and visit the shorelines of Rhode Island. That was the day the Rhode Island House of … more

By Scott Pickering | 7/7/22

Bristol political scene: Council president changes affiliation, Dems endorsed

See who is running for elected office in Bristol in 2022. more

By Christy Nadalin | 7/7/22

The Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church Feast this year will be led by left-right Father Henry P. Zinno, Jr., pastor; Colt S. Dean, Thomas Vendituoli "Faith In Action" Award winner; and Chief Marshals Donna and Ollie Poissant.

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel to celebrate longest continuous feast on July 16

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church is pleased to announce that its 16th of July Feast in honor of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel will be led by Chief Marshals Oliver and Donna Poissant. more

By Manny Correira | 7/7/22

Diana Cole, an artist of many talents, draws a line using a light table onto stained glass prior to scoring and breaking the piece, as part of Art Night’s Meet the Artist series where Cole gave a detailed demonstration on making stained glass art.

Art Night Bristol Warren puts vibrant creativity on display

Warren’s distinction as one of the premiere fine arts destinations in New England was on full display during the annual Art Night Bristol Warren event. more

By Ethan Hartley | 7/7/22

Stephen Farrea of Portsmouth, as he appeared in his East Providence Police booking photo.

Portsmouth man arrested after allegedly posting white nationalist signs

A 32-year-old Portsmouth man was among two people arrested last month in East Providence after they allegedly posted white nationalist recruitment signs in that city, according to police. more

By Jim McGaw | 7/6/22

Children marvel at a bubble set free by Mr. Vinny The Bubble Guy.

Bristol's 237th 4th of July Celebration a crowd-pleasing success

Multiple tens of thousands of people packed into downtown Bristol on Monday morning to witness the 237th 4th of July Celebration, and were rewarded with weather and an atmosphere that was described by organizers as better than ideal. more

By Ethan Hartley | 7/6/22

Jennifer Zachary, husband, Dave, daughter, Braelie, 7, son, Ben, 4, and their dog Kallie, cheer as the Bristol Fourth of July Parade heads down to towards the Silver Creek Bridge area of Hope Street on Monday.

Photos: Bristol Parade 2022

Enjoy photos from the 237th Bristol 4th of July Parade. more

7/5/22

Patriotic Speaker Lou Cirillo delivers his address during the Patriotic Exercises ahead of the 237th Bristol 4th of July Celebration on Monday.

Patriotic Speaker posits why Bristol celebrates the 4th like no other town

As they have for nearly 240 years now, the Patriotic Exercises kicked off the 4th of July festivities on Monday. Under brilliant blue skies, our flag was honored, patriotic songs performed, and dignitaries were introduced. more

By Christy Nadalin | 7/5/22

Bristol town treasurer Julie Goucher, town clerk Melissa Cordeiro, town administrator Steve Contente and superintendent Ana Riley pose for a photo after cracking open a safe in the basement of the old Oliver School.

Bristol saying goodbye to Town Treasurer

Julie Goucher, Bristol's Treasurer and Finance Director, is moving on. more

7/1/22

Bristol PD: A week of unruly juveniles, illegal swimmers and domestic assaults

Bristol Police activity from June 20-27, 2022. more

7/1/22

190627-N-KK394-183..ATLANTIC OCEAN (June 27, 2019) An MQ-8B Fire Scout unmanned aerial vehicle assigned to the Black Knights of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 22 conducts flight operations during an underway with the Freedom-class littoral combat ship USS Milwaukee (LCS 5). Milwaukee is underway conducting routine exercises in the Atlantic Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Anderson W. Branch/Released)

USS Milwaukee coming to Bristol for July 4th weekend

The ship will anchor off Bristol but will not be available for public tours. more

7/1/22

What goes into a safe and happy 4th?

What does it take to keep a town full of revelers safe on Bristol’s big day? We asked the experts. more

By Christy Nadalin | 7/1/22

Bristol's Town Council among hot races in 2022 election

There are many hopefuls running for limited seats on the the School Committee and Town Council this year. more

By Christy Nadalin | 6/30/22

Fireworks will light up the East Bay sky this holiday weekend

There are four planned fireworks shows taking place this Sunday and Monday, July 3 and 4, in the East Bay region. Bristol The Bristol Fourth of July Fireworks Display is scheduled for Sunday, … more

6/30/22

Jose and Dolores Teixeira (center) were honored by the Town of Bristol this past week in recognition as owners of the Mt. Hope Liquor Store, which celebrated its 40th anniversary. Making the citation presentation were Town Councilmen (Tim Sweeney (far left) and Aaron Ley (right).

Mt. Hope Liquor celebrates 40 years in Bristol

Recently, the Teixeiras were presented a citation from the Bristol Town Council marking their 40th year of owning Mt. Hope Liquors. The couple was most appreciative, to say the least. more

By Manny Correira | 6/29/22

Three nights left in Bristol Fourth concert series

There are three nights left in the Bristol Fourth of July Concert Series, which ends Saturday, July 2. Taking the stage will be a beloved local rock band that's been taking stages for decades, a … more

6/29/22