A Barrington resident called police on Wednesday, Dec. 6 to report possible “porch pirates” — people who steal packages after they are delivered to others peoples’ homes …
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12/13/23
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PROVIDENCE — The governor and the director of the Rhode Island Department of Transportation announced Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 13, during an update on the status of the Washington Bridge …
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By Mike Rego
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12/13/23
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The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority announced due to the impact of the closure to the westbound side of the Washington Bridge, its Customer Service Center will in Newport at the Pell …
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12/13/23
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Every high school hoops program goes through a rebuilding year and after losing four senior starters and seven of ten varsity players from last season, it’s that time for the Westport …
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Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr.
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12/13/23
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Though he hopes its impact on the Sakonnet area will be minimal, Tiverton Fire Chief William Bailey said Wednesday morning that his department is working to make sure EMS crews can speedily transport …
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12/13/23
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EAST PROVIDENCE — State and local officials once again gathered in East Providence Wednesday morning, Dec. 13, to discuss the calamity created as a result of the sudden closure of the westbound …
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By Mike Rego
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12/13/23
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Research shows that outdoor exercise can boost your physical and mental wellness during the winter. The Barrington Land Conservation Trust is offering a series of winter wellness walks of one hour or …
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12/13/23
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A nearly-finished draft of the fields report has been released and it states that Barrington needs to build two new synthetic turf fields.
The report, created by the consultant team of …
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By Josh Bickford
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12/13/23
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PROVIDENCE — Tuesday evening, Dec. 12, after further detailing the need to shut down the westbound side of the Washington Bridge, the Rhode Island Department of Transportation released a series …
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By Mike Rego
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12/12/23
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EAST PROVIDENCE — Hockey players from East Providence High School and Providence Country Day opened up their respective 2023-24 seasons last weekend competing for area co-operatives, including …
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By Mike Rego
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12/12/23
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The drive, which collects toys, clothing, and other necessities, was bigger than in previous years, helping 103 total families with some holiday cheer.
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By Manny Correira
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12/12/23
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The story of a large stained glass window, commissioned in 1877 that depicts Jesus and Biblical figures Martha, Mary, and the Samaritan Woman as people of color, is beginning the newest chapter in its long and fascinating life.
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By Ethan Hartley
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12/12/23
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PORTSMOUTH — Eight different Patriots scored as the Portsmouth High varsity boys’ hockey team blanked the Mt. Hope-East Providence co-op squad, 9-0 in the home opener at Portsmouth Abbey …
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12/12/23
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To the editor:
There have been many articles and comments regarding the off-shore wind turbine projects off Nantucket and Martha’s Vineyard. Most have focused on the benefits of reducing …
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12/12/23
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The current Town Council members that voted to approve the roundabout were bullied by RIDOT Director Peter Alviti. The unknowns to our community are too many. Why …
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12/12/23
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PORTSMOUTH — A 34-year-old local man was arrested last week on a warrant accusing him of vandalism with a BB gun.
Police received a report of a vandalism that had occurred sometime …
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12/12/23
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PORTSMOUTH — An 18-year-old man from Somerset turned himself in to police last week on a warrant following a three-vehicle crash that left several people injured on Dec. 2.
David J. …
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12/12/23
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The Eagles won nearly every event in the indoor track dual meet opener on Monday night, Dec. 11.
The Barrington boys team rolled to victories over Mt. Pleasant 102-7, and Central 91-18. …
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12/12/23
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EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence School District will hold classes Wednesday, Dec. 13, virtually as the city contends with the massive disruption created by the closure of westbound lanes …
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By Mike Rego
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12/12/23
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STORY OF THE WEEK: As the possibility of another term of Donald Trump in the White House looms over 2024, Rhode Island Republicans remain on the outside of state government, looking in. The last GOP …
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By Ian Donnis
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12/12/23
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Sometimes there is a silver lining and good things come out of a bad situation. Last week anglers met with Janet Coit, assistant administrator and chief of NOAA Fisheries and her staff, to talk about …
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By Capt. Dave Monti
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12/12/23
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Books make excellent and well-appreciated gifts for Christmas. For one thing, they are beneficial in multiple ways: enjoyment, enrichment, broadening knowledge, and expanding cultural awareness. …
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By Donna Bruno
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12/12/23
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PROVIDENCE — In a press conference held mid-day Tuesday, Dec. 12, Gov. Dan McKee made his first public comments since the Rhode Island Department of Transportation announced the temporary …
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By Mike Rego
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12/12/23
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At 10 o’clock on August 25th, a closing took place in the Town Hall of Little Compton. I, representing the Ag Trust, Dennis Talbot, representing himself, and Beverly Annarumo, owner of 164 John …
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12/12/23
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There will soon be new places to hike in Westport, as the Board of Selectmen last week voted to spend $180,000 in town and grant funds to purchase a conservation restriction on a large tract of land …
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By Ted Hayes
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12/12/23
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