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In a few weeks we will all have the opportunity to “stay local” when the Mt. Hope Bridge closes for resurfacing for 3 days and 10 hours from 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 14, to 5 a.m. on …
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7/18/25
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To the editor:
Warren’s state representatives deserve enormous thanks for the recent passage of an assault weapons ban in Rhode Island; we are the 10th state in the country to enact …
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7/18/25
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To the editor:
With the dismantling of the IMLS (Institute of Museum and Library Services) and federal library funding poised to be eliminated, it’s a trying time for libraries in the U.S. …
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7/18/25
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Are the reductions being proposed by the Federal Department of Education something Bristol residents should fear or welcome? It’s clear that our kids’ education is important to most …
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By Craig Evans and Stephan Brigidi
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7/10/25
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To the editor:
Bristol has always stood out as the most patriotic and festive town in America. I’ve spoken with people across the country about our unique 4th of July celebrations — …
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7/10/25
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Over the past 10 to 12 years, at sometime between 2:30 and 4 p.m. on the 4th of July, I drive the parade route down Hope and up High Street. It continues to fill me with pride as …
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7/10/25
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The parliamentary policies, other than requiring quartering troops in homes, that drove Americans to revolt against England have all resurfaced of late. Problems arising from …
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7/10/25
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After seeing the news this past week about the devastating weather and loss in Texas, the short and unfortunate storm we had on the eve of July 3rd pales in comparison. Bristol …
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7/10/25
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In response to Mr. David Bailey's request to "Boycott the 4th of July” in his letter to the editor dated July 3rd, I offer the following response. First and foremost, …
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7/10/25
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To the editor:
Warren’s state representatives deserve enormous thanks for the recent passage of an assault weapons ban in Rhode Island; we are the 10th state in the country to enact …
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7/10/25
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As I reflect on the past four years — first as Vice Chairman and Parade Chairman (2022 & 2023), and now as Chairman — I am filled with deep gratitude. It has been …
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7/10/25
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We are in a medical crisis, and the governor should call for the General Assembly to come back and face this issue.
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7/3/25
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To the editor:
I know that this will make some people angry, but please just consider what I say. Bristol is home to the oldest Fourth of July parade in the nation, and that is absolutely …
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7/3/25
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The Bristol Fourth of July Celebration is not the same as it once was. And that’s ok. In many ways, it’s better. Since Bristol began celebrating America’s independence two and a …
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7/3/25
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My name is John Hadalski. My wife Karen and I reside at 2 Roosevelt Drive in Bristol, where we have lived for the past three and one-half years. We are both seniors. On the night …
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7/3/25
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With Bristol's 4th of July festivities in full swing, the story in town that has by far received the most attention has been the moving of the nightly concerts from Independence …
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7/3/25
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To the editor :
The tourist season is upon us and our town is far from ready. The fresh red, white and blue lines are not painted on the main drag, the concert series has moved to RWU safely …
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7/3/25
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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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7/3/25
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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 …
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7/3/25
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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 …
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7/3/25
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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 …
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7/3/25
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1. STORY OF THE WEEK: Could House Speaker Joe Shekarchi be any more coy on the question of whether he will run for governor next year? “I don’t even know that I have a timetable,” …
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By Ian Donnis
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6/30/25
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What number celebration is this? I thought maybe this is the year it would be different. But the 4th leadership has upheld its tradition of once again being in error. There are …
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6/27/25
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To the editor:
Last weeks’ Phoenix contained a vilely anti-semitic letter accusing Israel of apartheid ideology, ethnic cleansing and genocide, all of which are patently false accusations. …
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6/27/25
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This past weekend, the Town of Bristol had the extraordinary honor of welcoming Devarjaye “DJ” Daniel, a remarkable young man on a heartfelt mission. Diagnosed with …
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6/27/25
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