I extend my sincerest thanks to the Warren DPW for their dedication to maintaining and honoring our town's history.
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5/16/24
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We need to assist older members of our community who struggle with the ever-increasing burden of increasing property taxes; not find reasons to reject their needs.
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5/16/24
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The Town intends to preserve the land as open space.
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By Christy Nadalin
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5/16/24
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Get ready to tap your toes and snap your fingers because the stage is set for a whirlwind of song, dance, and all that jazz when Arts Alive! presents "Chicago: Teen Edition.”
Student …
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5/16/24
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Kathie Rietheimer, an instructor at the Orlo Avenue Elementary School, was named the 2024 East Providence District Teacher of the Year during a ceremony held Tuesday afternoon, May 14, at East …
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By Mike Rego
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5/16/24
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More than 85 people filled the Barrington Public Library auditorium to support East Bay’s Jewish population.
Attendees were welcomed by Jacob Brier, volunteer organizer, who shared their …
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5/16/24
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A couple of aspiring East Providence High School spring sports playoff teams prepped for their respective upcoming championship tournaments with relatively comfortable victories Wednesday, May 15.
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By Mike Rego
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5/16/24
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The Barrington High School boys lacrosse team defeated Mount St. Charles, 12-8, on Friday, May 10.
Colin Hope scored four goals, while Peyton Hillier had three. Jake Ignall and Ben Parylak each …
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5/16/24
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PORTSMOUTH — Know of a local individual or group you think is worthy of some praise for their community efforts?
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5/16/24
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For nearly three years, $500,000 earmarked for an affordable housing downpayment assistance program in Barrington has sat untouched.
Officials said restrictions placed on the funds have made it …
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By Josh Bickford
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5/16/24
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Barrington Public Schools received some great news this week: Hampden Meadows School has earned the distinction of being a Blue Ribbon Lighthouse School.
The honor is based on the Blue Ribbon …
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5/16/24
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Newport and Bowen's Wharf host the 2024 Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival this weekend, featuring some of the best oysters and chowder from the Ocean State. It takes place both Saturday and …
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5/16/24
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An anticipated $1.1 million reduction in state aid has created a headache for East Providence School District administrators along with a schism between them and the School Committee.
The usual …
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By Mike Rego
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5/16/24
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To the editor:
Well, one thing Will Newman and I agree on is to be careful what you wish for (Letter: 'Careful what you wish for,' The Post, May 2, 2024 edition). Several weeks ago he wrote an …
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5/16/24
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The RWU Hawks finished on top of the leader board against top sailing teams from Harvard, Yale, and Brown at the Inter-Collegiate Sailing Association Open Team Race National Championship.
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By Christy Nadalin
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5/15/24
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The State of Rhode Island recently moved one step closer to a law that would regulate electric bicycles on all state properties, including bike paths. Passed by the full House of Representatives two …
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By Scott Pickering
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5/15/24
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While some of the interior decisions and aesthetic design choices are still yet to be finalized, the shape and size of the building and its interior layout are mostly conceptualized at this point.
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By Ethan Hartley
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5/15/24
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Food Truck Fridays are back for a 10th season at Carousel Village at Roger Williams Park in Providence. They take place every Friday through Sept. 27.
Featuring some of the best local food …
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5/15/24
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A special guide-led tour in May and June will offer glimpses into the making of HBO’s Emmy-winning series “The Gilded Age” at four of the Newport Mansions.
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5/15/24
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The Tiverton Farmers Market, which has been a staple in the community for four years, makes its seasonal move outside to the Tiverton Town Farm Recreational Area this week.
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5/15/24
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PORTSMOUTH — The Town Council voted 5-1 Monday night to provisionally approve a $74,404,959 municipal budget for next fiscal year that would increase the current tax rate by about 3.15 …
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By Jim McGaw
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5/15/24
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Barrington High School’s number one doubles team of Bryce Kupperman and Gabe Anderson won its second straight state championship last weekend.
The Eagles duo knocked off a doubles team …
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5/15/24
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Newport Live is celebrating the 30th anniversary of South African Freedom Day with a series of concert by award-winning, South African artists. Saturday. This Saturday, May 18, Newport Live presents …
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5/15/24
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Barrington Police charged a 16-year-old Barrington boy with assault on a person 60-or-older (causing bodily harm), and disorderly conduct, following an investigation last week.
Police …
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5/15/24
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Barrington Financial Town Meeting voters will face another important decision when they are asked to authorize up to $5 million in long-term borrowing, the bulk of it to create an artificial turf …
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5/15/24
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