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Three new authors for suspenseful summer reading
After swearing off any series years ago, I’m now attached to too many of them. Yet, they make light, fun summer reading. So, I’m wending my way through more books by Ellery Adams. … more
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Choosing someone to be a healthcare proxy is an important decision, as is accepting the responsibility of being a healthcare proxy for a loved one or friend.
Let’s talk about: Choosing a healthcare proxy
T he Patient Self-Determination Act passed in 1991 mandates that health care organizations receiving federal funds inform all patients of their right to make decisions regarding their medical care … more
Whales off New York crash a school of Atlantic menhaden, a prime example of ecosystem-based fishery management in our region. Photo by Capt. John McMurray.
It’s time to put ecosystem-based management into practice
In 2015, the Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association led the nation with an Ecosystem-Based Fisheries Management (EBFM) themed Southern New England Recreational Fishing Symposium. The best … more
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It’s not too early to keep an eye on the 2026 race for Gov.
STORY OF THE WEEK: It’s peak summer in Rhode Island, so politics is probably far from the minds of most Ocean Staters. But the filing of second-quarter campaign finance reports underscores how … more
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Can we get something right?
No wonder people are skeptical of government. The ineptitude of the Rhode Island executive branch led by Gov. Dan McKee is staggering. Here are just a few examples: The I-195 bridge The … more
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3UN arrived back at Briggs Beach this Spring for its fifth nesting season in Little Compton.
Meet Little Compton's 3UN, the tiny bird that could
A certain pink bird may have taken all the press. But the story of a little piping plover spending its summer in Little Compton is perhaps even more amazing. While bird lovers have flocked to … more
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The author places her cut oregano on a wood slat bench that sits on her open-air porch, calling it her no fuss “drying rack,” with just the right amount of morning sun and afternoon shade.
Joy of the mountains
My garden is bursting with a favorite herb that has bloomed, been cut back, bloomed again, cut back, blooming again. I harvest its long stems when its white flowers have sprouted. To dry herbs, … more
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Capt. Rob Taylor of Newport Sport Fishing Charters celebrates the 60-pound bluefin tuna his client Mark Battista caught last week.
Block Island Inshore Fishing Tournament big success
The Block Island Inshore Fishing Tournament ended Sunday, July 28, with a winning striped bass measuring 47.5” caught by Chris Benin of team ‘Vamoose.’   For the second year in … more
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Police: Barrington boy victim of pellet gun attack
Barrington Police are investigating a pellet gun attack that took place on Saturday, Aug. 3. According to police, a 14-year-old Barrington boy was walking on Lincoln Avenue at about 8 p.m. when … more
Rhode Island FC soccer player Clay Holstad controls the ball while playing soccer with Camp Manitoo campers at the Bayside YMCA recently.
Campers get a kick from professional soccer players' visit
Players from Rhode Island FC recently joined campers at The Bayside YMCA’s Camp Manitoo for a fun-filled afternoon of soccer activities.   The event included a visit from Rhode Island … more
East Providence Fire Department once again earns Heart Association accolade
The East Providence Fire Department has once again received the American Heart Association’s annual Mission: Lifeline Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Gold Award as well as being named to the … more
Tiverton crematorium plan goes up in smoke
A plan to build a crematorium in Tiverton appears  to be over, after a Newport County Superior Court judge last week blocked a Fall River funeral home director from going ahead with a proposal … more
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Barrington’s newest school administrator worked previously for Providence
Barrington Schools recently hired a new Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction.   On Friday, the district announced that Ruth Corley was selected for the position. She also … more
Scenes from the Andreozzi tourney games Saturday, Aug. 5, involving teams from Rumford and East Providence Central at Pawtucket's Slater Park.
East Providence entries participate in Andreozzi baseball tourney
Two city sides — one each from East Providence Central and Rumford — entered the 24th annual Christopher Andreozzi Memorial Tournament hosted by Darlington American Little League and … more
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Casey Brown (left) and his cousin Kimmy watch over the lemonade stand Friday afternoon.
Westport boy raises $2,000 in eight hours to help cousin
Casey Brown is just seven years old. But he put together what could be the most successful lemonade stand in Westport’s history Friday, collecting $2,000 over eight hours to help his extended … more
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Letter: Wind turbines simply can’t produce enough power
To the editor: Clay Commons, regarding your letter in the July 25 edition (“Wind power foes should ponder where energy comes from”): First off, let me say that not all of us … more
Portsmouth: DUIs, public drinking, drug charges top police report
PORTSMOUTH — Here are some recent arrests made by the Portsmouth Police Department: Saturday, July 27 Eri Lajara, 44, of 8 Marlene Drive, Syosset, N.Y., was charged with obstructing … more
Exercise instructor Heather Ferreira (left) has taken over classes each Thursday at the Warren Senior Center, and everyone loves it.
New trainer earns high praise at Warren Senior Center
Senior Center Executive Director Kyra Little knows she has a solid exercise instructor that she can rely on. more
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The trip down Blithewold’s Lover’s Lane was tricky, requiring several stops to clear obstructions along the thickly-treed path. This Owl will spend the next year on the south side of Blithewold’s Great Lawn.
Blithewold exhibit features oversized ornithology
The exhibit officially opened on Saturday, July 27, and will run until next year, August 11, 2025. According to Callanan, the birds will be an integral part of this year’s Sparkle! attraction over the holiday season. more
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Letter: She was the heart and soul of Bayside YMCA
To the editor: On July 1, the Bayside Family YMCA lost a pillar of our community, and a tireless advocate for Y programming that enriches the lives of countless families. For nearly three … more
Barrington's Audrey Paxton stands outside Kauffman Stadium, which hosted the T-Mobile Little League Home Run Derby recently. Paxton qualified by crushing 38 home runs in the Barrington Little League derby.
Barrington girl competes in home run derby regionals
Barrington’s Audrey Paxton recently competed in the East Region Semifinals of the Little League Home Run Derby.   Paxton, who played in Barrington Little League’s Senior … more
Warren PD: Police arrest seven, including two in one traffic stop
Warren Police made seven arrests, including two in the same traffic stop, between July 22-28, 2024. more
Bristol PD: Police make three arrests, two for DUI
Bristol Police made three arrests between July 22-28, 2024. more
After 'successful' first harvest, Bristol gears up for another deer season
Last season, 63 deer were harvested in Bristol, 37 of which were taken from the four town properties that were opened to hunting for the first time in 2023, including 13 from Hopeworth, 12 from 100 Acre Woods, 10 from Minturn, and 2 from Skaters Pond. more
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Warren Town Beach
East Bay beaches recently closed recommended to re-open for swimming
After being recommended for closure to swimming on Tuesday, RIDOH announced on Thursday that the beaches had gone back to an acceptable bacteria count suitable for recreation. more
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