The Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank has awarded Little Compoton $247,100 to help with the town's sewer overflow and stormwater reuse programs.
The grant will go on to fund stormwater …
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By Paige Shapiro
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5/11/23
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To the editor:
On Saturday, April 29, I joined a large audience enjoying the spring musical – “SpongeBob SquarePants” presented by the Mt. Hope High School Music Department …
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5/11/23
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Last week’s paper contains an interesting letter from Tony Morettini , our esteemed Highland neighbor, pleading with the public to take immediate action about gun control issues and an …
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5/11/23
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To the editor:
I was so happy and proud of the Bristol Recreation Department when I read the article in last week’s Bristol Phoenix regarding the distinguished awards they received. …
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5/11/23
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As we approach the annual town financial meeting, it is paramount to critically consider the allocation of our resources. The Little Compton Taxpayers Association and their allies have often …
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5/11/23
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The Westport River Watershed Alliance had a good turnout at its electronics recycling day last Saturday. Residents brought in a few thousand pounds of old computers, monitors, TVs and miscellaneous …
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5/11/23
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A surprise at the Rhode Island Veteran's Home in Bristol enabled a grandfather to honor his grandson as he originally envisioned.
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By Ethan Hartley
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5/11/23
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OVERLINE: Westport Health Notes
Welcome to Westport Health Notes, a monthly column from the Westport Board of Health (BOH). The goal is to share information with our community …
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By Phil Weinberg
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5/11/23
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The R.I. Department of Environmental Management’s (DEM) seasonal, 24-hour Bay Line, used to report any Narragansett-related environmental problems or occurrences, will open May 15 and remain …
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5/11/23
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EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence Local Advisory Committee for Special Education, EPLAC, held its annual Special Needs Recognition Program Reception on Wednesday, May 10, at the East …
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5/11/23
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It was a sweet homecoming for Skipper Charlie Enright and the 11th Hour Racing Team as they sailed into Newport among a throng of welcome boats and helicopters winners for won Leg 4 of the Ocean Race …
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Photos and story by Richard W. Dionne, Jr.
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5/11/23
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EAST PROVIDENCE — The unbeaten and league leading Barrington High School golf team visited East Providence with Mt. Hope Wednesday afternoon, May 10. And even though the host Townies shot a …
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By Mike Rego
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5/10/23
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What might be the best summer road trip in Rhode Island takes place this June, when 18 private and public gardens tended by University of Rhode Island Master Gardener volunteers will open their …
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5/10/23
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As of the closing of the Spring 2023 season registration, East Bay Recreational Softball had signed up 100 girls, enough to field 8 competitive teams. A few years ago, the number of girls playing youth softball locally was in the single digits.
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By Ethan Hartley
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5/10/23
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Described as “one of the best acoustic pickers on the scene today,” Cary Morin brings together the great musical traditions of America like no other. With deft fingerstyle guitar and …
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5/10/23
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Prepare yourself for Season 2 of HBO’s “The Gilded Age” by experiencing a special guided tour through locations in the Newport Mansions where scenes for the popular historical drama …
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5/10/23
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The Barrington High School boys tennis team picked up two wins last week, and also celebrated a number of strong performances in the individual state tournament which was held over the weekend. …
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5/10/23
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Barbara Salvatore's though-provoking book series, which includes original art she painted, will be the subject of a discussion at George Haile Library on Monday, May 15 at 6:30 p.m.
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By Ethan Hartley
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5/10/23
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The Town of Portsmouth is seeking nominations for the recipient(s) of the annual “Portsmouth Award.”
The award is to be presented to an individual, business, or civic group in …
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5/10/23
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Four Barrington High School golfers fired an 80 or better and helped the Eagles finish tied for second at the Hendricken Invitational on Monday, May 8.
Thayer Academy won the tournament, which …
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5/10/23
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To the editor: On behalf of the Warren Little League board of directors, coaches, families and players, I’d like to offer a wholehearted thank you to everyone that came out to celebrate the …
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5/10/23
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To the editor:
As the anti-gunners like to trumpet, there are over 400 million guns in the United States, and approximately 50,000 gun-related deaths a year. Therefore, for every gun involved in …
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5/10/23
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Barrington improved to 10-3 after defeating Johnston and North Providence last week, and Prout on Monday, May 8.
Barrington pounded the Crusaders 12-2. Matt Davis finished the game with four …
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5/10/23
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The Barrington High School boys volleyball team defeated Central last Tuesday 3-1. The game scores were 25-14, 24-26, 25-17, 25-17.
Maddox Godwin led the Eagles with 13 kills and six digs. …
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5/10/23
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Despite slow starts, the Eagles posted two decisive victories at home against North Kingstown and East Greenwich.
Against North Kingstown on Tuesday, May 2, Barrington ended the first half down …
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5/10/23
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