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 …
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Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr.
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12/30/22
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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 …
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Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr.
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12/30/22
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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 …
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By Mike Rego
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12/30/22
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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 …
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By Mike Rego
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12/30/22
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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, …
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12/30/22
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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. …
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Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr.
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12/29/22
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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.
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By Christy Nadalin
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12/29/22
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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 …
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12/29/22
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To the dismay of local preservation advocates, the historic mid-19th century home at 135 Ferry Road has been torn down.
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12/29/22
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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 …
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12/29/22
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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 …
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12/29/22
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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.
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By Ethan Hartley
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12/29/22
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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 …
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12/29/22
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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 …
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12/29/22
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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 …
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By Mike Rego
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12/29/22
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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 …
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12/29/22
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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.
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By Christy Nadalin
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12/28/22
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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 …
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12/28/22
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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 …
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12/28/22
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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.
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By Christy Nadalin
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12/28/22
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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 …
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12/28/22
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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 …
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12/28/22
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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 …
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12/28/22
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Record snowfall began the year, a night of fire in Touisset marred Easter weekend, and a polarizing development highlighted an eventful year in Warren.
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By Ethan Hartley
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12/28/22
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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. …
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12/28/22
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