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Storm wreaks havoc with trees, tents, fireworks

A tree downed wires that trapped the occupants of this vehicle on Wood Street during a sudden, strong squall on the evening of Thursday, July 3.

As if public safety and public works didn’t have enough to contend with on July 3, a sudden, powerful storm added an extra layer of mayhem. Trees came down, lines came down, and the power went …

'America’s Longest Relay' run approaches for Bristol's Cicchinelli

The crew to recently participate in the "Dunkin' Run" to support Renae Cicchinell's multiple sclerosis fundraiser included (back row, from left to right) husband Chris, son Jackson, daughter Jourdan and Kim Fryling-Resare; (front row) Chloe Carreiro, Cicchinelli, Claudia Mairorana, and Will Southworth. Not pictured Halyee McQuain.

Mt. Hope High School track coach Renae Cicchinelli continues her training and fundraiser in the build up to participating in "America’s Longest Relay," the MS (Multiple Sclerosis) Run the US …

Updated: Bristol Warren 12U stars finish District 2 tourney pool play undefeated

(Updated, July 6, 1 p.m.) The Bristol Warren Little League Baseball 12-and-under baseball All-Stars completed pool play in the 2025 District 2 tournament undefeated after beating host Middletown …

A long life of service to Bristol

To fully appreciate what the late Frank Palumbo meant to the Town of Bristol, would take a lot more time and space than what you … Read More

RI Foundation honors Bristol woman with inaugural Pride Award

Former state representative Nancy Hetherington of Bristol was recently honored for her sponsorship of the 2001 groundbreaking … Read More

Boat ramp completion delayed two weeks

The Independence Park boat ramp, rebuilt with pre-cast concrete slabs and a new floating timber dock should be opening in mid-July. … Read More

Rally for democracy

A modest crowd braved the midday heat Sunday, June 29 for a “No Kings” rally. Organized by BluHope Rising Alliance, a … Read More

Heart, hustle, and thankfully no heat for Saturday’s half marathon

Nearly 900 runners set off on a 13.1 mile challenge under cool, overcast skies at 6:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 28. The race started and … Read More

Festivities, fireworks, and fun: Bristol’s favorite holiday is here!

Much of the weeks-long Bristol Fourth of July Celebration is in the books, but there is still fun to be had over the next several … Read More

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WaterFire Providence is lighting up for the Fourth

WaterFire Providence announces a full lighting on Friday, July 4, made possible through the support of the Providence Tourism Council (PTC). This full lighting is set to celebrate …

Princess June opens 8-week Newport concert series

Mystic folk trio Princess June and Newport Classical Festival Artists will open the eight-week NIMFest summer concert series at King Park Gazebo on Sunday, July 6, from …

Independence Day celebrations are in Newport too

The Newport Historical Society (NHS) will open the Colony House, the fourth oldest statehouse still standing in the United States, to the public as part of Newport’s Fourth of July …

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Obituaries

Anthony Cavalieri Former owner of Wood Street Pizza|Anthony Peter Cavalieri, 71, of Bristol, Rhode Island, former owner and operator of Wood Street Pizza, passed away at his residence surrounded by his loving family on

Dorothy Fanara Dorothy A. (Munroe) Fanara, 82, of Leroy Drive in Riverside, passed away peacefully on July 2, 2025, at Hope Health Hospice & Palliative Care in Providence, surrounded by the love of her devoted fam

Robert Batting Our dear Robert Davidson Batting, aged 83, passed away suddenly on May 1, 2025, in Barrington, R.I. Born on June 13, 1941, Robert's career spanned several prominent companies, beginning at the Singer...

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Sports

Bristol Warren 10U All Stars drop tourney outing to Darlington The Bristol Warren Little League 10-and-under baseball All Stars fell to Darlington in Pawtucket Sunday night, June 29, by the 5-4 score in a District 2 tournament outing. The locals were first …

Bristol Warren 11u stars fall in District 2 tourney The Bristol Warren entry into the District 2 Little League 11-and-under Baseball All Star tournament suffered a 7-6, walk-off loss to host Barrington Sunday night, June 29, at Sherwood Field. The locals led for …

State Amateur golf championship tees off at Rhode Island Country Club Towels soaked in ice water, bucket hats of all shapes and umbrellas usually kept in the bag for rain were all just about required for the participants in the 120th playing of the State Amateur Golf …

Gallery: Mt. Hope High School 2025 alumni football game WARREN — About two dozen former football players from Mt. Hope High School gathered at Burr's Hill Park Saturday night, June 21, to take part in the program's annual flag game on what was a …

Opinion

Letter: Disease is not negotiable

We are in a medical crisis, and the governor should call for the General Assembly to come back and face this issue.

Letter: Road construction everywhere

To the editor: Is it just me, or has the entire state of Rhode Island been turned into one massive, never-ending obstacle course? I’d try to map out a route from my house to the grocery …

Letter: Public hearing on Comfort Inn development is July 10

To the editor: I am writing to encourage town residents to attend the Bristol Planning Board meeting on Thursday, July 10. On the agenda is a public hearing on the Comfort Inn - Major Land …

Letter: Support the ‘Block the Bombs’ Act

To the editor: Thank you to the author of the letter of June 19, which offered some direction for action to frustrated taxpayers who have seen billions of dollars every year unconditionally sent …

Letter: Town should deny hotel waiver requests

To the editor: The out-of-state developer is requesting waivers for the proposed hotel on Gooding Avenue prior to the Master Plan review stage. Whaat does these waivers mean and imply? Several …

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