The following students are at the top of the 2021-22 graduating class of Tigers, who will receive their diplomas Saturday. They include:
1. Valedictorian Elise C. Flanagan
Elise …
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Credit three Barrington town councilors for taking a healthy approach to the question of allowing cannabis sales in town. Councilors Robb Humm, Carl Kustell and Annelise Conway elected to send the …
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A group of Westport High School students took their place in the long proud line of Westport boat builders Saturday, when Osprey, a 14-foot sharpie, was launched for the first time at the Head of …
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The Westport Cultural Council recently awarded 18 grants totaling $55,000 for cultural projects throughout the Westport community. The Helen E. Ellis Charitable Trust Grant is made possible with the …
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In addition to the millions of dollars paid for legal representation of Sheriff Thomas Hodgson, in the many lawsuits brought against him and his personnel during the many years as sheriff of Bristol …
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Just to the south of Little Compton, RI is the Atlantic Ocean and to the west the Sakonnet River.
A place by the sea. Predominantly a small rural-farming community with an impressive ocean view. …
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Special kudos to Republican senators! They have instilled courage into every student in America. You see, as astute people know, there is no courage without vulnerability. And because the GOP is so …
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In light of the tragic event in Uvalde, Texas, the Westport School Committee allowed me to meet with Town Administrator Jim Hartnett and Police Chief Keith Pelletier. Out of an abundance of safety, …
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The Kickemuit Middle School girls’ track team placed second in Rhode Island following the State Championships on Sunday. Several boys and girls won accolades at the championship level.
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Residents may have noticed multiple large trees were cut down at the far south end of the Town Beach near the parking lot.
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By Ethan Hartley
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In the midst of a 15-year career with the Army National Guard, Brian Wheeler said the experience has transitioned perfectly into the public sector.
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By Ethan Hartley
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On Wednesday, June 1, the Town Council authorized a referendum that, if passed by voters in November, will allow for retail sales of cannabis in Bristol.
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By Christy Nadalin
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This year, the Vintage baseball game will be played on Saturday, June 18, starting at 11:30 a.m., on the Town Common, featuring the Providence Grays and Lisbon Tunnelmen of Connecticut.
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By Manny Correira
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6/10/22
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To the editor:
This is a plea to Rhode Island state senators to take quick action in passing S2646, the bill to ban the sale of new fur products throughout the state.
This bill …
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A neighborhood group is spearheading an appeal of the Bristol Yarn Mill project, which passed the Bristol Planning Board by a 3-2 vote in May.
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By Ethan Hartley
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6/10/22
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Get caught littering at a town park or the beach and it will cost you.
On Monday night, June 6, members of the Barrington Town Council voted unanimously to adopt a new ordinance that creates a …
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By Josh Bickford
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By Reps. Terri Cortvriend and June Speakman
They are in the coating of your nonstick frying pan. The wrapper of your favorite burger. The stain-resistant upholstery of your couch, and even the …
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Call it a dynasty — the Barrington High School Science Olympiad team recently won its 12th consecutive state title.
The Barrington students medaled in 12 out of the 15 events at the …
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Get outside this summer to explore more than forty acres of scenic salt marsh and hear stories of eighteenth century daily farm life. Every Friday from June 17 to September 2, 2022, Coggeshall Farm …
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6/9/22
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PORTSMOUTH — An empty shell casing was located in the gymnasium at Portsmouth Middle School Thursday morning, Principal João P. Arruda informed parents in an e-mail.
However, …
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By Jim McGaw
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The annual Firefighter Memorial commemoration will take place Sunday, June 12 in Bristol to honor all firefighter and rescue personnel who have passed away throughout the years.
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A pair of homers, great fielding and awesome pitching were the key as the Mt. Hope softball team shut out East Greenwich in the loser’s bracket quarterfinals at the high school on Wednesday afternoon.
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Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr.
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The fourth Bristol-based brewery is set to open on June 26.
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By Ethan Hartley
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On Arbor Day, the school gathered with town officials and volunteers to plant a beautiful Kwanzan flowering cherry tree in Linda Bruno’s honor.
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By Christy Nadalin
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6/9/22
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To the editor: Bristol is fortunate to have many historical sites with ornate, impressive, and informative statues, monuments, and other memorabilia located in various prominent spots in town, and …
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