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Zoning enforcement officer Ralph Souza said Wednesday evening that he did not determine that a plan for 435 Old Harbor Road is allowed by right. He was speaking in general terms, he said.
Westport zoners dismiss Old Harbor appeal
It’s rare when the dismissal of an aggrieved party’s appeal to a public board could be seen as a victory for the person who filed it. Still, that is how Wednesday evening’s zoning … more
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Senior Center Director Donna Wilson, in final preparations for the last Foster a Senior event before pandemic restrictions forced her to take a “ding dong ditch” approach to delivering gifts. As of last season, normal deliveries were resumed.
'Foster a Senior' program hopes for biggest year yet in Bristol
Launched eight years ago, the Foster a Senior program is back. This year, the program hopes to be able to serve 300 seniors, the same number as in recent years. more
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Another RFP opens in East Providence to create a small business incubator
EAST PROVIDENCE — The City of East Providence has initiated a request for proposal (RFP) for a qualified consultant or consultant team to conduct a feasibility study on the conversion of a … more
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Portsmouth Police Department’s booking photo of Samantha Carfora.
Portsmouth Police charge woman with trafficking fentanyl
PORTSMOUTH — A 29-year-old woman was arrested Wednesday, Dec. 6, on charges of trafficking fentanyl in the local area. After an ongoing investigation, at about 11 a.m. on Wednesday … more
‘Tyrone the Tenor Mouse’ is the first children’s book published by local author Elizabeth Splaine, about a mouse who aspires for the spotlight as an opera singer.
Bristol author releases first children's book about opera-singing mouse
It’s the first children’s book for the author who has previously published five novels, and by her own admission generally traffics in mystery and mayhem. more
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KMS Science Olympiad team has great showing at Brown invitational
The Kickemuit Middle School Science Olympiad team finished with 14 medals on the day, and placed fourth overall among all Rhode Island schools. more
The town is applying for two recreation grants offered through the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management. The top-ranked grant is for a skatepark that would be located behind Barrington Town Hall (shown).
Barrington Town Council supports skatepark grant as top priority
The Barrington Town Council followed the recommendation of the Park and Recreation Commission and ranked a grant application for a new skatepark behind Town Hall higher than an application for … more
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Dylan Slavick is among a talented trio of high jumpers on the EPHS boys' indoor track and field team this winter.
Sizable EPHS contingent begins boys indoor track and field slate
EAST PROVIDENCE — First to the starting per the annual winter sports schedule, the East Providence High School boys indoor track and field squad opened up its 2023-24 Metropolitan Division dual … more
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Letter: Wind farms — why we must move ahead with them
We only have seven years left. The Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources set a goal to depend on 100 percent renewable electricity by 2030. The global climate has already warmed above one degree … more
Westport Point homeowner says he'll comply with town
While he said he’s done nothing wrong, followed the letter of the law and isn’t trying to get away with anything, the owner of a Westport Point home called out by the historical … more
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Letter: A grand message of thanks
The 2023 Grand Illumination was a great event and we are thankful for those who gave their time and talents. more
Letter: Why talking about slavery is still important
It is up to us, today’s inhabitants of this area, that we account for the past in order to live more freely toward an equitable future. more
Dr. Lisa Cowley and Victor Westgate have spent years and traveled many thousands of miles learning how to achieve a happy retirement, and how to navigate the process no matter where you are on the journey.
Warren couple to share secrets of happy retirement in series of talks
Dr. Lisa Cowley and her husband, Victor Westgate, have spent about 15 years researching, self-exploring, traveling, and interviewing hundreds of people to be able to answer one question insightfully: What to do after retiring? more
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Barrington resident and East Bay Rep. Jason Knight has been considering the idea of running for RI Attorney General for a few months.
East Bay legislator considers running for Rhode Island Attorney General
Jason Knight is considering running for Rhode Island Attorney General.   Knight, a Barrington resident, is in his fourth term as Representative for District 67, which includes sections of … more
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This bench at Burr's Hill commemorates Massasoit Ousamequin, who assisted early American settlers during their grueling first winters in the New World. It was dedicated in August of 2022.
100 Years Ago: Grave on Burr’s Hill accepted as Massasoit’s burial ground
The talk of the town 100 years ago involved the discovery of what would become known as the grave of Chief Massasoit in a burial site on Burr's Hill. more
Live concerts and theater at Linden Place
Linden Place, an 1810 Federal mansion, is decorated for the holidays and offering live concerts in the historic ballroom on Dec. 8 and 9, the Bristol Theater Company’s performance of “A … more
Gallery: 2023 East Providence City Hall Tree Lighting ceremony
EAST PROVIDENCE — The annual East Providence City Hall Christmas Tree Lighting event held Saturday evening, Dec. 2, on the grounds of the building located off Taunton Avenue. — East … more
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Greg Gatos of the Bristol House of Pizza on board his 25’ Hydra Sport.
Bristol House of Pizza delivers, whether by land or by sea
Greg Gatos wasn't about to let a little thing, like the Mt. Hope Bay, get between him and a satisfied customer. more
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Winter Wonderland lights up Slater Park
The Pawtucket Winter Wonderland is Rhode Island's largest holiday festival and display. Set up on 30 acres within Slater Park, it is made up of 650 decorated Christmas trees, more than 100 light … more
Zoo lit up for 'Holiday Lights Spectacular' every night
Roger Williams Park Zoo is hosting its Holiday Lights Spectacular – an annual walk-through experience featuring festive, larger-than-life dazzling displays. Tthis year’s event is even … more
East Providence hosts 13th annual WinterFest celebration
The City of East Providence and WinterFest Committee presents the 13th annual WinterFest celebration on Saturday, December 9, at the East Providence Senior Center. WinterFest is a free event that … more
The Collaborative hosts Small Works Art Show
This Thursday, December 7, The Collaborative in Warren will host an opening reception for their Small Works exhibit; a collection of creations under 8 inches by local artists, which will be on … more
'Wintersong' by Rani Arbo & Daisy Mayhem this weekend
We New Englanders have two primary coping mechanisms for wintertime: introspection and celebration. We hole up and reflect on our lives, and then we let loose and party. This Saturday, December … more
Bands playing at Barrington’s summer concert series will face toward the water, after the town made changes to Latham Park. Officials have since removed the evergreen trees, replacing them with beach grass. The cement pad will remain in that location.
In Barrington, Town Manager says new concert layout is a must
The trees have been removed, but the cement pad is staying put.   Town officials responded to some of the concerns residents shared about recent changes made to Latham Park.   … more
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14-year-old arrested in Warren after being found with replica gun, drugs
A 14-year-old boy was arrested on Wednesday, Nov. 29 after police were tipped off that the teenager allegedly made threats and was perhaps in possession of a firearm. more
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