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Letter: Cutting school budget does not make sense
To the editor: In response to Mr. Rimoshytus , I absolutely disagree that cutting the school budget would make any sense given the uncertainties and costs of reopening the schools. We do not yet … more
Letter: The reality of slavery in Barrington
To the editor: The State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations is considering dropping the “and Providence Plantations” part of its name. I grew up in Barrington, an almost … more
The Black Lives Matter flag flew over Bristol Town Hall for several weeks in June.
After approving two controversial flag requests, Bristol adopts a new flag policy
Minutes after approving a controversial request to fly a first-responders flag for two weeks over Independence Park, the Bristol Town Council voted unanimously to approve a newly-devised flag policy … more
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Letter: Beware the wolf (‘Citizens’) in sheep’s clothing
Peter Hewett’s letter in the June 18 Phoenix (“Of Course black lives matter ….”), and other recent related events, compel a rational, factual response. Mr. Hewett … more
Longtime Barrington Town Council member Kate Weymouth is pictured at last month's outdoor meeting. Ms. Weymouth is not running for re-election to the council.
Retiring town council member would do it all again
Posed with a simple question, Barrington Town Council member Kate Weymouth had a direct answer. The question: If you could do it all again, would you still serve on the town council? Her … more
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Letter: Calling for fairness in our communities, not division
In response to the Black Lives Matter march and flag flying over Town Hall, a new group, Bristol County Concerned Citizens (BCCC), has petitioned to march to promote “traditional American … more
Diane Medeiros (left), executive director of East Bay Community Development Corp., accepts keys to the residence at 330 High St., former home of the late Richard Simpson, from attorney Joe Proietta on Tuesday. Joining them for the ceremonial transfer are East Bay CDC employees Curt Jouett and Frank Spinella, and consultant Scott Charpentier (far right).
Longtime Bristol resident leaves a lasting legacy
It has been nearly three years since High Street resident Richard V. Simpson died on July 4, 2017, while preparing to participate in the Fourth of July Parade. Always one of his favorite days of the … more
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Letter: Why are there 'No Parking' signs in the first place?
To the editor: I’ve lived in Barrington for 19 years and I’ve never understood why all the streets in neighborhoods closest to beach access have No Parking signs on every utility … more
A woman checks out some books at Barrington Public Library last month. Officials discussed the library's budget during a hearing on Wednesday night, July 1.
People call for Barrington library budget to be fully funded
Barrington officials appear poised to add money back into the library budget following Wednesday night's budget hearing. During the online budget hearing, Barrington Town Manager Jim Cunha … more
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Letter: ‘Concerned Citizens’ should come out of the shadows
I read with great interest in last week’s Phoenix about a new organization called “Bristol County Concerned Citizens” and then paused in astonishment at the blatant … more
Bristol Town Council Chairman Nathan Calouro, during Wednesday night's meeting on Zoom.
Bristol grants 'Citizens' wish, will fly first-responder flag on Friday
One week after proposing the idea of raising a first-responder flag in downtown Bristol, an upstart citizens group won the day. The Bristol Town Council voted 4-1 Wednesday night to allow that flag … more
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Letter: The banner of ‘traditional American values’ is riddled with problems
I read with both admiration and dismay about the new group calling themselves, “ Bristol County Concerned Citizens. ” I admire their passion and desire to honor first-responders with a … more
This is all that remains of an Audi SUV involved in a single-vehicle crash on Washington Road in Barrington early Tuesday morning, June 30. The driver, an 18-year-old Barrington man, suffered burns in the crash.
Barrington teen crashes car; police say speed a factor
An 18-year-old Barrington resident survived a serious car accident early Tuesday morning, June 30. Police said the teenager was driving an Audi SUV south down Washington Road at about 2 a.m. when … more
State Police arrest Mt. Hope teacher’s assistant for indecent solicitation
The Rhode Island State Police announce that members of the State Police Computer Crimes Unit and Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force have arrested a Mt. Hope High School … more
Letter: The Pride flag is American
To the editor: For the past month, I have thoroughly enjoyed driving through town and seeing the vibrant colors of the Pride flag flying along with our nation’s flag. During a time when even … more
St. Luke's Church pastor Father TJ Varghese stands in front of the church for a photograph last week. On Sunday, Father Varghese celebrated his final weekend Mass at the Barrington church. This week, Father Varghese starts his new assignment at Mary, Mother of Mankind parish in North Providence. "I am going to miss this place. It is a jewel," Father Varghese said of St. Luke's.
St. Luke's priest bids Barrington good-bye
On Friday evenings, Father TJ Varghese travels to Providence and volunteers his time feeding meals to the homeless. Rain or shine. In warm weather and cold. He enjoys the opportunity to help, to … more
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Letter: Only American flag should fly on town property
To the editor: To the Barrington Town Council: The Barrington United Veterans Council would like to express its opposition to the Town Council's recent decision to fly an unsanctioned … more
Party patrols target underage drinking in Barrington
Barrington Police are using extra party patrols to crack down on underage drinking. On Thursday, June 25, a party patrol unit was checking Barrington Beach at about 8:40 p.m. when officers … more
Rabbi Howard Voss-Altman comes to Temple Habonim with a wealth of experience, a warm compassionate demeanor, a passion for education, and a strong history of social justice work. He fills the vacancy left by Rabbi Andrew Klein, who retired from Temple Habonim recently.
Temple Habonim in Barrington welcomes new rabbi
The Temple Habonim Board of Trustees recently announced the arrival of Rabbi Howard Voss-Altman to begin as Temple Habonim’s next rabbi, starting Wednesday, July 1. "We are honored and … more
Roxanne Giusti-Lavoie, former owner of Roxie’s consignment clothing store, here getting assistance from Republican Will Grapentine, turns in her papers to run for Bristol Town Council as an Independent.
Candidates flock to file papers in Bristol
The deadline for candidates to officially file to run for office came and went on Wednesday, with many familiar names and a few new ones in the flurry of filings as the 4 p.m. hour approached. All … more
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Bristol Police arrest two, help quiet numerous ‘loud’ gatherings
Bristol police officers made two domestic violence arrests and were called to a number of reportedly loud gatherings from June 18 to 14. Monday, June 8 Police received two complaints about … more
A crowded sidewalk in front of the Portside restaurant on Thames Street shows customers were eager to return to dining establishments when state restrictions lifted. However, not all workers have felt the same.
Many are making more money by NOT coming back to work
One of the great 2020 pandemic safety nets may be having unintended consequences, particularly in the restaurant industry. A weekly bonus in unemployment insurance is discouraging some low-wage and … more
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The Barrington real estate market has been busy — this Payne Road home sold recently.
Barrington real estate rebounds in May
Single family home sales were down 25 percent in Warren in a comparison of last May to this May. They were down 37 percent in Bristol, 38 percent in East Providence and 44 percent in … more
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Barrington Yacht Club, shown in this aerial photograph, will receive a grant from RI DEM for a new pump-out facility.
New pump-out coming to Barrington Yacht Club
A new pump-out station will be built at Barrington Yacht Club thanks to a grant from the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management. DEM announced this week that it was distributing … more
Scenes like this — resembling a party in the streets — will not be part of the Bristol Fourth of July Parade in 2020. If given permission from the state, Bristol’s proud procession will be small and no one will be marching. It will be a car parade only.
Bristol has a parade plan — now it needs permission
Sunny reports in statewide media this week suggested the Bristol Fourth of July Parade is “back on,” but according to General Chairman Michele Martins, the Fourth of July Committee … more
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