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Gary Jobson will be speaking in Newport on July 18.

‘Voice of Sailing’ Jobson to preview Olympics and America’s Cup

With the Olympics later this month and the quest to regain the America’s Cup starting in late August, the Sailing Museum and the National Sailing Hall of Fame are hosting Hall of Fame sailor … more

7/10/24

Andy Arruda, center, with Shihan Chris Montella and Shihan Wendy Montella, co-owners of Montella’s Karate Academy in Swansea, where Arruda recently earned his blackbelt at the age of 62.

Warren native earns karate black belt at 62 years old

You could have hardly blamed Andy Arruda if he chose to quit on his journey towards earning the coveted black belt in karate — in fact, it seems like the universe was screaming at him to do so. more

By Ethan Hartley | 7/10/24

Chris Charbonneau drove in a run for the Riverside Post 10 Juniors as the locals won their fifth game in a row with an 8-4 victory over South Kingstown Post 39 Tuesday night, July 9.

Post 10 Juniors pop South Kingstown, win fifth in a row

The Riverside Post 10 Junior Division squad, sponsored by the ATC (Athletes Turn Champion) Training Facility, returned to Rhode Island American Legion Baseball League action after the July Fourth … more

By Mike Rego | 7/9/24

Little Compton is expensive — but is housing ‘attainable’?

With an affordable housing crisis entrenched in Little Compton, town officials hope to change zoning regulations to help keep working people and their families in town, and to ease the pressure on … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 7/9/24

Atwater-Donnelly performing benefit concert

“Homeward Bound,” a concert to benefit refugees hoping to travel from Afghanistan to the United States, will feature popular musicians Atwater-Donnelly this Saturday, July 13, at … more

7/9/24

Letter: Walker’s demise — what a shame for Little Compton

Walker’s Roadside Farm Stand started doing business in Little Compton in 1964. I moved to Little Compton about 35-40 years ago. Coll Walker was my neighbor. We became friends and I miss … more

7/9/24

Westport looks to organize as offshore wind project moves ahead

It would be years before its impacts would be felt in Westport, if ever. But with so much on the line environmentally and economically, the Westport Select Board is considering forming an advisory … more

By Ted Hayes | 7/9/24

Gov. Dan McKee speaks at a July 9 press conference updating the Washington Bridge reconstruction project.

Stresses, strains associated with bridge project likely led to lack of bids

PROVIDENCE — The stresses and strains associated with such a significant and scrutinized project are what state officials believe to be the reasons why no company formally bid to rebuild the … more

By Mike Rego | 7/9/24

The OsteoPearl device is placed where there is a need for the body to rebuild natural bone.

Bristol resident’s company develops 'game changing' product for spinal fractures

More than 60 patients have already benefitted from receiving OsteoPearl; the very first surgery was performed two years ago at Fatima Hospital. more

By Christy Nadalin | 7/9/24

Wickford Art Festival is this weekend

Produced by the Wickford Art Association since 1962, the renowned Wickford Art Festival returns this week. More than 200 juried fine artists from across the state and country will assemble to … more

7/9/24

Emma Marvelli earned the Girl Scout Gold Award for her project, titled “Coach Robert Gourley Advocacy Campaign and Hammer Throwing Awareness.”

Barrington resident earns Girl Scout Gold Award

Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England recently announced that Barrington’s Emma Francis Marvelli has earned the Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest award in Girl Scouting. Marvelli … more

7/9/24

Letter: The Biden ‘catastrophe’: new jobs, low unemployment

To the editor: Nikki Haley has called Trump, among other things, “unhinged,” but has said she will support him because Biden has been a “catastrophe.” Friday, it was … more

7/9/24

Police shoot and kill aggressive dog in Barrington

Barrington Police are awaiting the results of a test to see if a dog was rabid when it allegedly attacked a family on Fairfield Road last week. According to police, the dog escaped from its own … more

7/9/24

This story of two best friends is a sad portrait of rural America

‘The Forgotten Girls: A Memoir of Friendship and Lost Promise in Rural America’ By Monica Potts T his is the tale of two young girls – best friends Monica and Darci – … more

By Donna Bruno | 7/9/24

Warren's summer concert and movie series continues

The Warren Parks & Recreation Department is hosting its 2024 Summer Concert & Movie Series at the Burr’s Hill Park bandshell, Water Street, Warren. All events are free. Concert … more

7/9/24

Bristol’s free summer concert series is Thursday nights

The Town of Bristol offers a free summer concert series. Bring blankets, chairs and picnics. Performers are Michael DiMucci (pictured) on July 11 and The East Bay Summer Wind Ensemble on July 18. … more

7/9/24

A preliminary rendering of a portion of the large development located at Denver and Kinnicutt Avenues, south of Frerichs Farm.

Large housing development denied by Warren overturned by Superior Court

Settler's Green, a development including 12 single-family homes and two apartment buildings comprising 108 units, was denied by the Warren Planning Board in early 2022. After two rounds of appeals, it's back. more

By Ethan Hartley | 7/9/24

State: Avoid upper pond at Melville, Portsmouth

PORTSMOUTH — Avoid contact with upper Melville Pond, the state recommended in a July 5 advisory. The R.I. Department of Health (RIDOH) and the R.I. Department of Environmental … more

7/8/24

Proposed route of the second annual Sakonnet Coastal Bike & Stroll Event, which organizers want to host from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 14, in Island Park, the Hummocks and part of Common Fence Point.

Rare lack of quorum cancels Portsmouth council meeting

PORTSMOUTH — Town Council President Kevin Aguiar made a surprise announcement at the start of Monday’s regular meeting: There would be no meeting. more

By Jim McGaw | 7/8/24

Herreshoff's Sunset Music Series resumes Thursday night

The Sunset Music Series kicks things off on Thursday, July 11, with Neal and the Vipers and concludes on Aug. 29 with Roomful of Blues, with a great lineup in between. There are tables, chairs and … more

7/8/24

Customers visit the newest restaurant in town, Plant City, last week.

Barrington Shopping Center welcomes Plant City

There is a new restaurant in the Barrington Shopping Center. Plant City, a plant-based eatery, opened its doors to customers on Wednesday, July 3. Plant City offers breakfast favorites, … more

7/8/24

Jhonny Cespedes-Gil as he appeared in his booking photo.

Portsmouth: Man charged with DUI had 2 minors in vehicle

A 32-year-old man from Hartford, Conn. had two young children in his vehicle — ages 1 and 6 — when he was charged with driving under the influence (DUI) on Saturday, July 6. more

7/8/24

Letter: Island Park, Hummocks residents need to prepare

To the editor: To all Island Park/Hummocks residents: In April of 2024, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued its 2024 hurricane data. This year is forecasted to be the … more

7/8/24

126th annual Italian feast is Sunday in Bristol

The feast features music, raffles and lots of food (Italian specialties, seafood, french fries, ice cream sandwiches, doughboys, wine, beer and soda). The Living Rosary is at 2 p.m., with the … more

7/8/24

Angler Greg Vespe of Tiverton shows the 49-pound striped bass he caught off Newport last week trolling tube and worm.

Experienced or not, it’s a great time to fish

F ishing memories last a lifetime. And, the good news, you do not need a lot of money to start creating them for you, family members and friends. Fishing connects you with the environment, it is a … more

By Capt. Dave Monti | 7/8/24