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Letter: Delay the vote to approve Option 2B in Barrington

To the editor: Study after study, accessible through the Small Schools Coalition’s Research Library, reveals what we in Barrington already know: Smaller, more intimate neighborhood schools … more

8/24/22

'Block Party' art showcase at Tiverton Four Corners

Tiverton Four Corners Art Gallery is hosting a "Block Party" on August 26 from 4-7 p.m. The event will feature local art, music, collectables and food. Vendors include Wrigley Design, Dina Doyle Fine … more

8/24/22

Farmers' market is Saturday at Mount Hope Farm

The weekly Mount Hope Farm farmers' market is moving closer to peak season for local growers and providers. The market is open every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This time of year it takes … more

8/24/22

Town of Portsmouth ends fiscal year with large budget surplus

PORTSMOUTH — Although the books are not yet closed, the town apparently ended the 2021-22 fiscal year with a large surplus — somewhere in the vicinity of $800,000 or so. more

By Jim McGaw | 8/23/22

An architectural rendering shows the proposed construction in the old industrial park

Tiverton sells land at Tiverton Business Park

In a deal worth approximately $5 million, the town has agreed to sell 100 acres of undeveloped municipal land at Tiverton Business Park to an out-of-state company that plans a major industrial … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 8/23/22

Illustration provided by Mayflower Wind shows how proposed cables would make landfall in Portsmouth at Island Park Beach, follow Boyds Lane underground to Anthony Road, and then take one of three as-yet-undetermined routes before transitioning back to offshore in Mt. Hope Bay. The cables would eventually make it to the regional transmission system at Brayton Point in Somerset.

Portsmouth delays vote on resolution opposing Mayflower cable

PORTSMOUTH — A resolution to oppose the installation of the Mayflower Wind transmission cable in the Sakonnet River was on Monday’s agenda for a vote by the Town Council, but no action … more

By Jim McGaw | 8/23/22

Plenty of staff changes at Barrington schools this year

Following is a list of the new teaching hires for Barrington schools, the teachers who resigned, and those who retired recently. Some of the changes were announced at the Aug. 17 school committee … more

8/23/22

Renovating old Westport High School could cost $29M

Renovating the old high school for re-use by Westport's municipal offices, senior center and school administration would cost just over $29 million, while renovating the town's current offices would … more

By Ted Hayes | 8/23/22

Rhode Island Folk Festival in East Providence

The Rhode Island Folk Festival will be returning to Rose Larisa Park in East Providence on August 28, 2022 from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. more

8/23/22

Letter: How many more will die with lack of bridge barriers?

To the editor: The Portsmouth Times of (Aug. 18) announced the timeline for the study of anti-suicide fences on our island’s bridges. The study will be complete in 18 months. … more

8/22/22

Pat Tolento has stepped down from her role as Primrose Hill School principal.

Barrington elementary school principal resigns; staying in district

Primrose Hill School will start the new year with an interim principal. Pat Tolento announced earlier this month that she was resigning from her position as Primrose Hill School principal. Tolento … more

By Josh Bickford | 8/22/22

Letter: Why be cautious on Mayflower? Old Mill Lane

To the editor: I am writing in response to your Aug. 11 article regarding the Mayflower Wind Project and I must applaud all the residents who expressed their concerns about the project. … more

8/22/22

Barrington School Committee members (from left to right) Amanda Basse, Gina Bae, Megan Douglas and Erika Sevetson voted to move forward on Option 2B, which calls for two new elementary schools (grades 1 to 5) at the Primrose Hill and Hampden Meadows sites, the construction of a new early learning center at the Nayatt School location, and the closure of Sowams School.

Despite opposition, school committee moves forward on new schools plan

On Thursday night, members of the Barrington School Committee voted to move forward on their facilities master plan. Committee members voted 4-0 to accept “Option 2B” which includes the … more

By Josh Bickford | 8/19/22

An artistic rendering by Mayflower Wind shows the layout of the proposed wind farm south of Nantucket.

Tiverton passes on attorney as Mayflower plan moves ahead

The Tiverton Town Council last week decided against hiring an environmental attorney to represent the town's interests as the Mayflower Wind proposal moves forward. Town councilor Donna Cook … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 8/19/22

Tiverton moves ahead on short term rental regulations

For more than a year, property owners who rent out rooms or homes on a short-term basis in Tiverton have been paying close attention to a proposed amendment to Tiverton's zoning code that could … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 8/19/22

Little Compton non-profits receive $10,000 grants

The Little Compton Community Center and Historical Society have each received $10,000 in grants from the Rhode Island Foundation’s Newport County Fund. The funds will help the organizations … more

By Ted Hayes | 8/19/22

Little Compton seniors want place of their own

Senior citizens frustrated at the lack of town services told the Little Compton Town Council recently that they're tired of waiting for the town to support what is its largest segment of the … more

By Jen Campisi | 8/19/22

Westport plans road re-paving for fall, spring

The town has selected nearly four miles of road to be re-paved this fall and winter, under the Chapter 90 street program. They include: • Charlotte White Road, from Drift to Main, … more

8/19/22

The late Carlton 'Cukie' Macomber, left, with his friend Robert Harding of the Dartmouth Historical and Arts Society.

Westport remembers 'Cukie' Macomber Sunday

Carlton 'Cukie' Macomber could tell a good yarn. On Sunday, it's the South Coast's turn to tell a few about the late Westport Point resident, who passed away earlier this year. The Dartmouth … more

8/19/22

The Mt. Hope Bridge is one of four bridges that the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority will begin examining through a feasibility study to determine whether a physical suicide barrier could possibly be implemented.

Bridge barrier study expected to take 18 months

According to the projected timeline, the study will begin in October and continue for a year and a half, resulting in a final report by Feb. 28, 2024. more

By Christy Nadalin | 8/19/22

Submissions still welcome for Warren Walkabout poster contest

The winning designer will receive a $300 cash prize and the honors of having their design used in promotional materials for the Warren Walkabouts more

8/19/22

Warren Athletic Hall of Fame Committee chairperson Martha Delekta is delighted that there will be an induction banquet this year.

Warren Athletic Hall of Fame banquet returns Oct. 7

The Warren Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Banquet will be held on Friday, Oct. 7, at White’s of Westport, beginning at 5 p.m. more

By Manny Correira | 8/19/22

Matt Chappell and Linda Ujifusa will square off in next month's Democratic primary for the R.I. District 11 Senate seat.

District 11 candidates make pitches during League forum

Linda L. Ujifusa said she’s the most qualified candidate for the R.I. District 11 Senate seat because of her experience, while Matt A. Chappell said his “different perspective” is … more

By Jim McGaw | 8/19/22

Fung trying to have it both ways with national GOP connections

If a nationally prominent member of a political party comes to Rhode Island to support a particular candidate, the standard course would be for that candidate to shout about it from the rooftops. But … more

By Ian Donnis | 8/19/22

Rev. Vander S. Martins, a Brazil native, is already finding family in Bristol’s church community

St. Elizabeth’s welcomes new pastor, Rev. Vander S. Martins

On Aug. 5, the Rev. Vander S. Martins arrived as St. Elizabeth Church’s new full-time pastor. Everyone breathed a sigh of relief. more

By Manny Correira | 8/19/22