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The Tiverton Fire Department welcomed five probationary firefighters to their ranks last month. From left, they include Mike Simoes, Garret Olbrych, David Kelley, Ryan Gray and Parker Collins.
Tiverton inks new police contract, updates fire pact
The Tiverton Town Council recently ratified a Memorandum of Agreement with the firefighters’ union and approved all tentative agreed-upon provisions of a new three-year contract with the police … more
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Larry Goldstein, co-owner of the property management company that owns the Bristol Harbor Inn, speaks to the Bristol Harbor Commission in early July at a previous hearing regarding the proposed pool boat.
Bristol Council doesn't take a stand either way on pool boat
The Bristol Town Council opted to not take a stand themselves, pro or against, regarding an ongoing attempt by Bristol Harbor Inn to add a pool boat to their property. more
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The incomparable Richard A. "Foxy" Marshall (center) heads for homeplate after slugging memorable game-winning, last-inning grand slam home run against the renowned Gansett 57 Brewers (aka Local 57 Engineers) in arguably the greatest and most dramatic softball game ever played on the Bristol Town Common.
A look back on where Bristol's greatest games were played
Once upon a time, going back starting in the 1920s, the Bristol Town Common was the site of some of the greatest baseball contests ever played in this town. more
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National Fifes & Drums Muster is in Newport this weekend
The Kentish Guards and Pawtuxet Rangers, Rhode Island Historic Revolutionary War units, are co-hosting the 2024 National Muster of Fifes & Drums in Newport this Friday and Saturday, Aug. 9 and … more
Newport Film showing 'Maya and the Wave' Thursday at Fort Adams
Newport Film Outdoors hosts a screening of “Maya and the Wave” on Thursday, Aug. 8, at Fort Adams. The venue opens at 5 p.m. There will be live music by Chase Ceglie at 7 p.m. The film … more
East Providence School District revises Student Code of Conduct
Students in East Providence schools going forward will need to adhere to a new Code of Conduct which has attempted to be slimmed down, made readily accessible and more in line with the parameters … more
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Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival coming next month
Celebrity chef, television personality, author and educator Jacques Pépin will share insights and stories from his illustrious career during the Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival in … more
Rhode Island State Police Troopers Ben Goodrich (left) and Jake Bassagnani have been friends since elementary school.
From Primrose Hill School to the Rhode Island State Police
Jake Bassignani and Ben Goodrich have been friends for a long time. The two first met on the playground at Primrose Hill School when they were just kids, and continued their friendship over the … more
Newport Live hosts jazz artist Naledi
Newport Live and Norman Bird Sanctuary Outdoor Summer series will present South African jazz artist Naledi, for a performance with her group, as Newport Live celebrates the 30th anniversary of South … more
EPHS head coach Jon Stringfellow works with the Junior Townies quarterbacks and running backs during a one-day skills clinic at Townie Stadium on the school campus Saturday morning, Aug. 3.
'Senior' Townies host their 'Junior' counterparts for one-day clinic
With temperatures already well into the low 90s early last Saturday morning, it certainly didn't feel like fall as players and coaches from the East Providence High School football team welcomed … more
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Julia Tomilson dances to music by Joe Bruce and friends during the 6th annual Warren Folks Fest in 2022.
How the Warren Folks Fest grew into 'RI's Best' local festival
The 8th annual Warren Folks Fest is right on the horizon, and the celebration of local music, art, food, and drink was recently named best local festival by "Rhode Island Monthly". more
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Caden Corcoran slides into home to score a run for Barrington during the recent Andreozzi Tournament game against Fox Point-East Side.
Barrington All Star team defeats Fox Point and improves to 3-0
Barrington Little League’s 8U All Star team beat Fox Point-East Side Little League 13-9 on Saturday, Aug. 3. Barrington ended pool play 3-0, securing the four-seed and a first-round bye in … more
There were plenty of local residents and family members gathered at Brick Pizza Co. on Wood Street to cheer on 10k runner Nico Young in his bid to win a gold medal at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.
Bristol business hosts watch party for Olympian with local roots
Brick Pizza Co. recently hosted friends and family of Nico Young, who recently competed in the 10K finals in Paris. more
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Has the current statewide school transportation system become outdated?
Portsmouth seeks lower costs on statewide school transportation
PORTSMOUTH — Chris DiIuro painted a stark picture of the school district’s statewide transportation problems at Tuesday night’s School Committee meeting. more
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Most expensive private residence ever sells in East Providence
The most expensive price paid for a private residence in East Providence was coordinated by Residential Properties Ltd. and sales associate Alicia Reynolds, as a buyer recently purchased 122-124 … more
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Members of the Barrington Town Council (from right to left) Rob Humm, Carl Kustell, Braxton Cloutier, and Kate Berard, discuss the middle school synthetic turf proposal with School Committee members.
Officials agree on Barrington Middle School synthetic turf field plan
Members of the Barrington School Committee and Town Council recently reached an agreement on the details of a plan to build two synthetic turf athletic fields at Barrington Middle School. During … more
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Nolan Lorenz and his Post 10 mates reached the state championship round of the 2024 Rhode Island American Legion Junior Baseball Division playoffs before falling to South Kingstown Post 39.
Post 10 Juniors fall short in state title defense
A short-handed Riverside Post 10 club put up a very respectable defense of its Rhode Island American Legion Baseball League Junior Division title, but the reigning champs fell short winning a second … more
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Zachary Lachapelle (left), 3, pictured with his brothers, Teddy and Mason, is currently going through treatment at Hasbro Children’s Hospital after being diagnosed with B Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in mid-July.
Warren Community Night Out to benefit 3-year-old with leukemia
A family-friendly, free event on Aug. 15 at Burr's Hill Park will also help benefit a local family that recently received a devastating diagnosis. more
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Little Compton resident Travis Snow holds a bag of debris he and others collected in Little Compton last week.
Turbine debris fouls Sakonnet, Westport beaches
Debris from the wind turbine blade that failed and broke apart off Nantucket last month has reached the shores of Westport and Little Compton, sparking concern here over its impact on wildlife and … more
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Fencing put up by the Noquochoke Lodge remains in place at Hix Bridge Landing this week.
No resolution yet to Hix Bridge Landing exit issue
The future of the exit ramp at Hix Bridge Landing is unknown this week, after town officials and owners of the land on which part of it sits were unable to reach an agreement that would open it back … more
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A summer art festival along the East Providence waterfront
The Looff Art Festival is a summer arts festival set along the East Providence waterfront. There’s fine art, food trucks and entertainment by The Whelks, The Euphoralites, The Jethros and the … more
Letter: What a day — Petals and Meadows was wonderful
The Sogkonate Garden Club wishes to thank the communities of Tiverton, Little Compton and Westport for their enthusiastic support of our recent garden tour, “Petals and … more
Letter: Anti-wind — The foam that broke the camel’s back
As someone who once supported the concept of offshore wind for its promise of economic growth, job creation, and environmental benefits, I am now deeply troubled by what has transpired surrounding … more
Square dances are on Saturdays in August
The Westport Point Dance Group is offering square dances, with beginners from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., grand march at 8:30 and intermediate/advanced from 8:45 to 10 p.m. The caller for the first dance on … more
'Look Harder, See More' at Bristol Art Museum
The Bristol Art Museum is hosting “Look Harder, See More.” In a society dominated by quick looks and superficial interpretations, this exhibition encourages deeper engagement with art. … more
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