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This rendering shows a close-up of the pocket neighborhood included in the plan for the monastery property.

Second plan surfaces for monastery property in Barrington

Barrington Town Manager Phil Hervey offered a slight change to the development plans for the former Carmelite monastery property. Hervey’s version of the plans calls for fewer single … more

By Josh Bickford | 9/14/23

Barrington School officials will hold a series of meetings to discuss potential school construction projects. The first of the meetings is set for Sept. 20. Pictured is the middle school during its construction.

School construction meetings start Sept. 20 in Barrington

Want to learn more about the proposed school construction projects? The Barrington School Building Committee is hosting a series of community meetings that will offer all residents an … more

9/14/23

A new URI study has found extensive microplastics in Narragansett Bay. Researchers Victoria Fulfer (shown) and J.P. Walsh estimate that the top 2 inches of the floor of Narragansett Bay now contain more than 1,000 tons of microplastics, and that buildup has occurred in just the last 10 to 20 years.

New URI study finds extensive microplastics in Narragansett Bay

Two University of Rhode Island researchers estimate that the top 5 centimeters (2 inches) of the floor of Narragansett Bay now contain more than 1,000 tons of microplastics, and that buildup has occurred in just the last 10 to 20 years. more

9/14/23

Pizza Wine, a sparkly red meant to pair perfectly with pizza, is a new creation coming soon.

Bristolian helps invent 'Pizza Wine' — So what is it?

Pizza Wine is a light, sparkly red, sold by the can and meant to pair perfectly with pizza. more

9/13/23

This townhouse at Bristol Landing hit the market with a $782,000 asking price earlier this year. Four potential buyers offered more than the asking price, and it sold for $807,000 within four days.

Condos are in high demand and hard to find

Realtor Cathy Sousa believes there’s a dividing line in the local condo market. Almost without fail, condos priced at less than $1,300,000 are selling quickly. “Any of the condos … more

By Scott Pickering | 9/13/23

Barrington Superintendent of Schools Michael Messore speaks to the crowd during the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Barrington Middle School. Messore will retire at the end of the school year.

Barrington Superintendent of Schools is retiring

Mike Messore is retiring. The longtime district employee will retire from his post as Barrington Superintendent of Schools at the end of the fiscal year. In a recent email to … more

9/13/23

Which 2023 Warren Walkabout design is your favorite?

Three poster designs will now be voted on by the public until Friday, Sept. 22. The winner will be seen throughout town during the upcoming Warren Walkabout in October. more

By Ethan Hartley | 9/13/23

East Providence Schools stop spending ahead of fiscal year's end

EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence School Department needs to count its pennies as the end of current fiscal year approaches and the mandated need for it not to run a deficit becomes a real … more

By Mike Rego | 9/13/23

Nyima Goncalves possesses the ball for EPHS in its 2023 girls' soccer opener September 12 against Ponaganset.

East Providence falls to Ponaganset in girls' soccer opener

EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School girls' soccer team began its 2023 Division II regular season Tuesday night, Sept. 12, at home, suffering a 3-1 loss to Ponaganset. The … more

By Mike Rego | 9/13/23

Workers begin dismantling the bike path bridge that crosses the Barrington River.

East Bay Bike Path bridges are coming down

Crews began dismantling one of the old East Bay Bike Path trestle bridges late last month. Once the demolition of both bike path bridges is complete, new bridges will be constructed and … more

By Josh Bickford | 9/13/23

Letter: Look there! Up in the sky! It's art!

Crossing Hix Bridge at night you might glance northwest and notice an odd blue light on a hill, like a little arrow pointing to a constellation. Did Jenny Holzer buy property in … more

9/13/23

The sheer number of white-tailed deer in the area is causing problems, and residents across Westport and LittleCompton are looking for solutions.

Oh deer — Farm Coast deer herd brings concern

If 911 calls and accidents are any indication, then Westport and Little Compton just may have a deer problem. Since January, Westport police have tallied 57 vehicle vs. deer collisions, and 41 … more

By Paige Shapiro | 9/13/23

The mouth of the Westport River, home to open spaces, ocean waters and beautiful homes.

The Southcoast is still the hot coast

Call it what you will — the Southcoast, the Farm Coast or God’s Country. The region that begins somewhere around Tiverton Four Corners and extends through Little Compton, Westport, … more

By Scott Pickering | 9/13/23

The Patriots celebrate a goal scored by Kaelyn Mahoney late in the first half of Tuesday’s home game against North Smithfield. Portsmouth won, 2-0.

Portsmouth girls shut out North Smithfield, 2-0

PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth High varsity girls soccer team is off to a good start in Division II after winning its first two games. The team shut out North Smithfield, 2-0, during its … more

9/13/23

Oktoberfest in Newport on Saturday

The Fort Adams Trust and Ragged Island Brewing Co. are hosting the second annual Newport Oktoberfest on Saturday, Sept. 16. Bavaria meets the Ocean State on the beautiful north lawn … more

9/13/23

Members of the Cote family from Dartmouth pedal their bikes along Park Avenue during the inaugural Sakonnet Coastal Bike and Stroll held Saturday. Jeremy Cote leads his children (from left) Jack, 8, Georgia, 6, and Sam, 6. Park Avenue, Hummocks Avenue and a portion of Anthony Road into Common Fence Point were shut down to motor vehicles so cyclists and pedestrians could enjoy a safe, car-free ride.

Having the whole road to themselves in Portsmouth

PORTSMOUTH — Bari Freeman, executive director of Bike Newport, said she asked the kids pedaling along Park Avenue on Saturday what they liked most about the Sakonnet Coastal Bike and … more

By Jim McGaw | 9/13/23

Tracey (left) and Leigh Carney, dressed as "old ladies" make their way through a muddy obstacle during last year’s event.

Thrive Outside's fifth annual mud run is this weekend

The fifth annual “Thrive Outside in the Mud” race at Frerichs Farm (43 Kinnicutt Ave.) in Warren is on Sunday, Sept. 17. more

By Ethan Hartley | 9/13/23

Rachel Onik pleaded not guilty in Newport District Court.

Barrington residents arraigned in Newport District Court

Barrington residents David and Rachel Onik pled not guilty to a variety of charges during their arraignments at the Newport County District Court on Wednesday morning, Sept. 13. The charges stem … more

9/13/23

Fire Chief James Sousa walks towards the water to place a memorial wreath into the river in remembrance of those who perished on Sept. 11, 2001.

Warren holds annual 9/11 remembrance event

The Town of Warren held its annual remembrance event at the Town Wharf on the 22nd anniversary of September 11th at 8:45 a.m. on Monday morning. more

9/13/23

Letter: A little effort would go a long way

It is bad enough that for the amount of property tax we are required to pay, we get such limited value. more

9/13/23

Letter: Thank you to the Kee sisters

While myself and thousands of runners are going to sorely miss the Finish For A Guinness, we thank the Kee sisters for 15 years of fun and great memories! more

9/13/23

Letter: Congratulations on a great race series

Over 1,100 runners and walkers entered the 15th and final road race, ‘“Finish for a Guinness 5K” last Sunday, Sept. 3. more

9/13/23

'Gillispalooza' to celebrate the life of Jim Gillis

Friends, family and former colleagues of award-winning reporter Jim Gillis, as well as fans of his popular weekly column “Spare Change,” will gather Saturday, Sept. 16, at King Park on … more

9/13/23

West Nile Virus found in Tiverton

A mosquito sample taken from Tiverton last week has tested positive for West Nile Virus. The positive sample was collected by the state Department of Environmental Management and Department of … more

9/13/23

Farmers market is also a Wellness Market this Sunday

The Tiverton Farmers Market is holding its Mini-Firefly Wellness Market once again on Sunday. Sept. 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Along with sponsors Nanaquaket Yoga Studio and Rising Tides Apothecary, … more

9/13/23