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Huskies’ guard Abby Razzino (above) scored a combined 40 points to lead the Huskies and earn tournament MVP. The senior scored 21 points in Mt. Hope’s 64-46 pummeling of Coventry on Tuesday and 19 in the 47-36 championship win over Pilgrim on Wednesday.
Huskies girls basketball team wins Classic championship
The Mt. Hope girls basketball team crushed Coventry and outlasted Pilgrim to win the Ocean State Credit Union Holiday Classic played in Coventry on Wednesday afternoon. The pair of wins improved the … more
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Korynne Holden rips the ball away from a Raider to force a jump ball.
Two more wins make it five in a row for Westport girls
The Westport girls basketball team knocked off Somerset Berkley 48-38 in the afternoon game at the high school on Wednesday and crushed Greater New Bedford 50-15 in an away game on Thursday. The pair … more
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Will Winfield drives to the bucket for the EPHS boys' basketball team in its Mutter Memorial championship game meeting against Central Wednesday night, Dec. 28.
Townies split holiday hoops title games
EAST PROVIDENCE — The respective East Providence High School basketball teams split their holiday tourney championship games played Wednesday, Dec. 28, in city, the girls beating host … more
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The 2022 EPHS boys' tennis Division III championship team.
A few for 2022…East Providence's year in review
EAST PROVIDENCE — As the calendar again turns to a new year, it always fitting to look back on some of the top stories to come from the city the previous 12 months. So, here’s … more
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Letter: Celebrating the gift of reading this holiday season
To the editor: In October 2022, we hosted a book drive, collecting new books to benefit the members of the Boys and Girls Club of East Providence. Thanks to the incredible generosity of family, … more
Ben Boudria slices in for a jumper in the fourth quarter of the Wildcats 57-50 loss to East Bridgewater on Wednesday evening.
Owen Boudria nets 18 in Wildcats 57-52 loss to East Bridgewater
Owen Boudria scored 18 points as Westport fell to East Bridgewater 57-52 in a hard fought battle at the high school on Wednesday evening. The loss dropped the Wildcats’ overall record to 2-2. … more
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Clockwise from top left: Owen Gray uses a front loader to clear the snow from a Michael Drive residence during the Blizzard of ’22, which buried the town under 22 inches of snow in late January; Senator Jack Reed, Town Council President Nathan Calouro, Joseph Brito, Jr. and his wife Betty, town administrator Steven Contente and others gather as Brito cuts a ribbon in front of the Brick Pizza Co. in June to commemorate the ‘opening’ of Bristol’s Unity Park, which welcomed numerous new businesses throughout 2022; Isaiah Rathbone of Warren (bucket hat) and Bristol resident Anthony Colesanti (blue) fish on the new dock during the first days of the Bristol Town Marina opening; A demonstration in front of Reynolds School in June shows support for ousted Mt. Hope High principal Dr. Deb DiBiase.
A year in review: Bristol's top stories of 2022
From the polarizing redevelopment of the former Robin Rug facility, to thriving Unity Park, Bristol welcomed new businesses and celebrated the success of a new marina. Here are some of the top stories from the year. more
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Portsmouth transfer station stickers on sale Jan. 3
PORTSMOUTH — Vehicle stickers to use the Hedly Street and Prudence Island transfer stations will go on sale Tuesday, Jan. 3. The Town Council set the sticker fee at $250 for the first … more
The home was built in the mid-1800s, and despite the efforts of preservationists, it was torn down this past Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2022.
Historic 135 Ferry Road has been demolished
To the dismay of local preservation advocates, the historic mid-19th century home at 135 Ferry Road has been torn down. more
Letter: 135 Ferry Road — gone forever
To the editor: The lessons of history remain an ongoing challenge for everyone. One lesson which is unchangeable, and always proven true is simple: once it’s gone, it’s gone for … more
This historic Bristol home was demolished this week.
Editorial: Preserve the past by protecting the future
Many in this community are frustrated by the destruction of a beloved, historic home on Ferry Road in Bristol. The house itself was unique, it passed through a series of notable owners linked to the … more
Senator Jack Reed visited Warren over the summer, where he discussed the earmarked funding passed for a new fire/rescue station and teased a new batch of funding to make improvements to the town’s police station. That funding now awaits a signature from President Biden.
Warren receives over $3 million for public safety upgrades
Warren will be receiving a small but significant piece of the nearly $1.7 trillion omnibus spending package that was passed by both chambers of Congress and now awaits a signature from President Biden. more
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Letter: In light of its destruction, the history of 135 Ferry Road
To the editor: Having once been a part of the larger estate of Reverend John Usher, 135 Ferry Road was built circa 1845-1850 and resided on land that was once part of a larger farming area on … more
Letter: Thanks for a very merry first year
To the editor: I want to take this opportunity to thank everyone who helped us bring the Bristol Santa House to our community this holiday season. The overwhelming support we received was … more
City native, product of the school department, long-time coach and building administrator Alex Butler was recently selected to become the new district athletic director upon the recent retirement of Gregg Amore, the previous AD who was recently elected as Rhode Island's next Secretary of State. Butler formally took over the position earlier this month.
East Providence beckons Butler to become next AD
EAST PROVIDENCE — With long-time district employee then athletic director Gregg Amore the overwhelming favorite to win his race for Secretary of State at the November 2022 election following … more
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Letter: Shame on Abbott for his Christmas stunt
To the editor: News Item…Gov. Greg Abbott sends bus loads of migrants to V.P.’s home during record cold snap… Would someone please attempt to explain to me why sending … more
Jaia Robotics co-founder Ian Estaphan Owen (left) and Deedee Chatham, Business Development Director, hold a model JaiaBot.
Industry-leading aquatic robots: Made in Bristol
Jaia Robotics specializes in developing micro-sized autonomous marine vehicles called JaiaBots. They look like small red missiles, but they’re actually powerful aquatic data collection devices. more
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Barrington’s Sean Bonneau pulls up for a jumper during the Eagles' game against Middletown on Tuesday, Dec. 27.
Barrington’s 11-point lead turns into 1-point loss to Islanders
The Barrington High School boys basketball team built a 36-25 advantage against Middletown on Tuesday, Dec. 27, but it would not be enough as the Islanders rallied for a 60-59 win over the Eagles in … more
Barrington Police respond to schools for marijuana-related incidents
Barrington Police responded to separate drug-related incidents on Monday, Dec. 19. At about 9:40 a.m., Barrington school officials reached out to police regarding a middle school student who … more
This young European Beech, located in Blithewold's bosquet, has been stricken with Beech Leaf Disease. Note the curling leaves, an early sign of infestation by the nematode (roundworm) that spreads BLD.
Bristol's beech trees in jeopardy as fatal disease appears in town
Beech Leaf Disease (BLD) was first identified in Ohio a decade ago; two years ago it made its way to the other side of Rhode Island, near the Connecticut border. Now, it’s here. Trees at Blithewold have already been infected. more
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Letter: Water Street development is not exempt from zoning
To the editor: Many thanks to Warren Voluntary Historic District commissioners who reached out to preservationists around the state for expert perspective on the proposed development at 113/119 … more
Letter: With few affordable units, development would be a detriment
To the editor: On Dec. 5, the Warren Planning Board held a meeting for the Master Plan application to build an apartment building on Water Street, which requires the demolition of two historic … more
Letter: On the departure of our Town Planner
To the editor: This letter is a response to a speech made by Warren’s Planner, Bob Rulli, at the Dec. 15 Planning Board meeting, and the Dec. 21 article in the Warren Times on his … more
Clockwise from top left: Marissa Ferris stands on the top deck of The Wharf, which earned the accolade of Best Outdoor Dining spot in the East Bay and the Best Restaurant in the East Bay. The town of just over 11,000 people as a whole earned more than 20 victories and mentions in Rhode Island Monthly’s annual “Best of Rhode Island”; The Huskies mens basketball team ended their 2021/22 season with a record of 19-2 and capped a dominant season with their second Division III hoops championship in a four-year span; The aftermath of a fire that started at a barn on Barton Avenue in Touisset on April 16. The third of three blazes that beset the community on Easter weekend; A demonstration in front of Reynolds School in June in support of Dr. Deb DiBiase.
Record snow and a controversial development highlight 2022 in Warren
Record snowfall began the year, a night of fire in Touisset marred Easter weekend, and a polarizing development highlighted an eventful year in Warren. more
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Audubon hosting walks, talks and activities for kids
Don't know what to do with the family during the school vacation break? Come to Audubon for winter fun for all ages. There are special programs taking place both Thursday and Friday, Dec. 29 and 30. … more
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