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(L-r) Department of Public Works Director Chris Parella, Jared Linhares of Beta Engineering, Chris Brito of C. Brito Construction, Community Development Director Diane Williamson, Town Administrator Steven Contente, and Town Councilor Mary Parella try their hand at burying a new culvert for Tanyard Brook. They soon put down their shovels and left the real work to the experts.

$3.8 million flood mitigation project begins final phase in Bristol

Phase 1 of the project corrected the outflow into Walker’s Cove with a tide gate to allow for the release of storm water when necessary. Phase 2 of the project impacted the north side of Garfield Avenue to Richmond Street. Now phase 3, from Richmond Street to the reservoir on State Street, will complete the project. more

By Christy Nadalin | 8/26/22

Kye Helvig and Winnie Rainone aboard their seaworthy cardboard vessel.

First cardboard boat float at new Bristol Town Marina is a hit

In addition to being impeccably decorated, the kids showed real boat building skills, as not a single boat sank. more

8/25/22

The Rev. Jose F. Rocha (right) shakes hands with St. Elizabeth's Church parishioners Anthony Nunez and Maria Goulart during a reception in Father Rocha's honor Sunday morning.

Friends and St. Elizabeth's parishioners thank Rev. Rocha

This past Sunday morning, parishioners and friends gathered inside the St. Elizabeth’s Church Auditorium for a light reception in Father Rocha’s honor following the 10:30 Mass. more

By Manny Correira | 8/25/22

Letter: An amusing look back at a year of vaccine vitriol

To the editor: “Unvaccinated people now have the same guidance as vaccinated people.” For readers convalescing from a breakthrough case after their last booster who may’ve missed … more

8/25/22

Letter: Thanks for a great Night Out

To the editor: I would like to thank the Town of Bristol for brainstorming and organizing the delightful event, Community Night Out, on the Town Common on Wednesday, Aug. 17. It was an amazing … more

8/25/22

Letter: Chief’s remarks on plate-reader reversal were insulting

To the editor: I sent the following email to the town councils of Portsmouth and Bristol, our state legislative delegation, and the board of the R.I. Police Chiefs Association: At the Aug. 17 … more

8/25/22

A large group of police officers from Bristol, Portsmouth, East Providence, Cranston, Warren, Providence and Newport escort other motorcyclists during the11th annual "Ride for Freedom."

Bristol Ride for Freedom brings in $5,500

A total of 83 bikes, 14 passengers, and 41 non-riders took part in the event. more

By Manny Correira | 8/25/22

Sofia Clarizio, 7, and her sister Giavanna, 4, enjoy making the acquaintance of K9 Marty, the East Providence Police Department’s first Comfort Dog. Marty, who was accompanied by School Resource Officer Jay Rogers, shares the same parents as Bristol’s K9 Brody, who is about 18 months older than his brother.

Bristol's Community Night Out was a hit

Sgt. Mourato is planning to bring Community Night Out back next year as an end of summer event, and hopes to partner with the town’s backpack giveaway effort. more

By Christy Nadalin | 8/25/22

Democrats Susannah Holloway (left) and Pam Lauria are running for the District 32 seat in the Rhode Island Senate.

RI Senate District 32 candidates — where they differ

What is it that separates the candidates — Susannah Holloway and Pam Lauria — for the District 32 seat in the Rhode Island Senate? According to both candidates, there are plenty of … more

By Josh Bickford | 8/25/22

Editorial: State needs clarity and regs for e-bikes on bike paths

There are myriad dangers on every bike path. Tour de France wanna-bees weave through the crowds, believing the path should be theirs alone. Children wobble helmet-less on their tricycles with light … more

8/25/22

Hathaway School kindergarten teacher Liz Gill organizes materials in her classroom on Monday as she prepares for the first day of school next week. The 2022-23 academic year begins on Monday, Aug. 29, for staff; Tuesday, Aug. 30, for kindergarten, fifth- and ninth-grade students; and Wednesday, Aug. 31, for all other students.

Portsmouth schools reminder: No free lunches this year

PORTSMOUTH — They’ll be no free lunch for students when they report back to school next week. more

By Jim McGaw | 8/25/22

Mayflower Wind map shows what route the cables for its proposed wind turbine project would traverse Portsmouth.

Portsmouth: Mayflower should explore alternative routes

PORTSMOUTH — Mayflower Wind should explore alternate routes before running a cable up the Sakonnet River and over land in Portsmouth, an attorney for the Town of Portsmouth told the R.I. Energy … more

By Jim McGaw | 8/25/22

Man charged with Back Eddy break-ins

Social media publicity, tips and help from the Fall River Police Department and old-fashioned police work helped Westport police track down and arrest a man suspected of breaking into the Back Eddy … more

By Ted Hayes | 8/25/22

$This graph from the HCH study shows how, despite what you might pay for internet each month, it doesn’t actually translate to the service you receive. Some people pay as much as $110 a month for service that doesn’t even meet the outdated standard for internet speeds, while others pay a fraction of that for speeds well in excess of the standards.$

Study finds only 1/3 of Warren residents properly served by broadband speeds

Nearly two-thirds of Warren residents surveyed do not have access to the quality of high-speed internet that is now considered the standard — and those more likely to rely on the internet for non-entertainment purposes are more likely to be subjected to subpar service and speeds. more

By Ethan Hartley | 8/25/22

Barrington officials want to hear from residents as the town moves forward with prioritizing roadway projects and seeking funds for construction in the coming years.

How do you feel about Barrington's ‘Complete Streets’ plan?

Barrington officials are seeking resident input on sidewalks and bikeways. The town’s “Complete Streets” plan was drafted in 2021, and approved by the Planning Board in … more

8/25/22

Multiple members of the Fraid Knots cycling team showed up to The Guild last week to enjoy their new Pints With Purpose, on tap now at the brewery. Group from L-R: Tony Moscrop, Mike Reuter, Mark Hoder, Dave Cambria, Kedrik Knight, Jeanne Leffers, Matt Leffers, Chip Wilkerson and Chris Jensen.

The Guild teams up with Fraid Knots for charitable brew

The Fraid Knots, which began with a team of Barrington dads in 2011, has grown to 20 members and has raised nearly $1 million for cancer research. They now have a limited time signature beer at The Guild. more

By Ethan Hartley | 8/25/22

A couple of e-bikers travel south on the East Bay Bike Path, approaching Thames Street in downtown Bristol. DEM says electric bikes or other electric apparatus are not allowed on the bike path, but there is very little enforcement or understanding of the regulation.

E-bikes on bike paths — Not allowed and not enforceable

Amid increasing reports of accidents or near-misses on the East Bay Bike Path between people riding electric bicycles and everyone else, Rhode Island lacks clarity on what is or is not allowed on its … more

By Katie Langley | 8/24/22

See the complete Barrington School bus schedules here

The Barrington School District has released bus schedules for the 2022-23 school year, which begins on Monday, Aug. 29. Because of a publishing error, an incomplete version of these schdeules was … more

8/24/22

Tiverton harbor commission, state to tour Chase Marina Tuesday

Members of the Tiverton Harbor Commission, representatives from the state Department of Environmental Management and other town officials will tour the old Chase Marina at 169 Riverside Drive, which … more

8/24/22

This comic ran in the Warren and Barrington Gazette, poking fun at an event that seemingly caused quite a bit of friction between the Bristol and Warren baseball clubs. The Bristol team accused the Warren team of trying to snake an invitation from the Boston Red Sox that was intended for their club, which the Warren club responded to in force.

The day the Red Sox (almost) came to town

100 years ago, a spat developed between Bristol and Warren ball clubs over hosting famed team. more

By Ethan Hartley | 8/24/22

Newport Film Outdoors features 'Master of Light' on Thursday

Marble House, at 596 Bellevue Ave., Newport, is the setting for a Newport Films Outdoors screening of “Master of Light” on Thursday, Aug. 25. The venue opens at 5:30 p.m. Live … more

8/24/22

Newport History Tour takes place every Saturday morning

The Newport Historical Society hosts walking tours on Saturdays through October. All tours depart at 11 a.m. This week's theme is "Creative Survival." Visitors can discover the early history of … more

8/24/22

Free concert Sunday night at Burr's Hill Park

Come see folk artist Atwater-Donnelly Trip for free at the Band Shell in Burr's Hill Park on Sunday, August 14 at 5:00. Picnics and dogs are welcome. The Warren Concert Series will continue … more

8/24/22

Letter: Privatizing Chase Marina property makes more sense

In reference to your article, August 18th edition “New life for old marina” : It’s a positive move to see the property transferred from Rhode Island Department of Transportation … more

8/24/22

Fr. Christian Anderson is bringing his one-man show, “Jesus Was Not a Doorman” to Bristol on Sept. 10.

Hollywood doorman turned priest is bringing his unique story to Bristol

“What happens when a good ol’ church boy ends up running the door at the hottest nightclub in Hollywood?” more

By Christy Nadalin | 8/24/22