To the editor:
The Barrington School Committee has asked its communication consultant to issue a press release explaining the approval of an artificial turf field contract at the high school and …
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5/13/25
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In my 30 years of traffic management in some form, I don't make this recommendation lightly.
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5/9/25
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To the editor:
Last week's Phoenix contained two letters to the editor from individuals extolling the virtues of the Republican party and encouraging Democrats such as myself to join the Bristol …
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5/8/25
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To the editor:
For the fourth time, despite the wrath of Mother Nature, the Friends of Tom's Grove and 26 dedicated students on the Community Partners Program at RWU came together once again to …
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5/8/25
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To the editor:
Of the many recent proposals coming out of the White House, the one that haunts me in particular is the unwinding of the fabric of our Department of Education, including cutting …
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5/8/25
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To the editor:
Last week’s Phoenix contained a completely ridiculous letter from an obviously misguided US veteran of Foreign Wars who should know better deriding one of his fellow …
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5/8/25
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To the editor:
The letter from the Pancoasts (Barrington Times: April 30, 2025) resorts to two tactics that undermine their suggestions.
First is the appeal to raw emotion: …
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5/7/25
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To the editor:
I have lived in Barrington for 53 years, first near Primrose Hill School and now near Hampden Meadows School. I am a walker most days, but also, of course, a driver. I can …
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5/7/25
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To the editor:
The Barrington Public School Committee's recent invitation to consider the possibility of keeping Barrington's public schools open on major religious holidays, including Judaism's …
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5/7/25
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To the editor:
In elementary school, my two Jewish classmates and I never received the perfect attendance award. While our school closed for Christmas, Easter, and Good Friday, it remained open …
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5/7/25
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To the editor:
We should all welcome the contribution of R. and S. Pancoast found in the Opinion Page of the April 30th Barrington Times. It contributes some of the DATA which we should all …
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5/7/25
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To the editor:
On June 10, Barrington's Town Council will vote on installing speed cameras on Sowams and New Meadow. Why is this a good idea? A Feb. 2025 speed study reported that 47 percent on …
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5/7/25
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To the editor: Day 100 of the current administration is upon us. With that formidable reality, I rise each day struggling to choose hope over despair. You may be feeling similarly—daunted by …
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5/7/25
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To the editor:
For nearly 40 years, Barrington Books has been more than just a bookstore—it’s been a cornerstone of our community. A place where neighbors gather, where children grow …
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5/7/25
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To the editor (dear humans):
We — the pooches, hounds, mutts, pups and zoomie-loving doggos who frequent the Portsmouth Dog Park — wish to convey our thanks for supporting …
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5/5/25
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To the editor:
On May 6th, Rhode Island Atheists will gather at the State House Bell Room at 3pm to celebrate religious freedom on the RI Day of Reason, a day that is now officially recognized …
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5/5/25
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To the editor:
I read with interest — and disappointment — your story ("Bill amending bike path use heads to committee," eastbayri.com) about the bill proposed by Reps. Speakman and …
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5/5/25
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To the editor:
I may sound like a broken record, however once again Manny Correira has nailed another of his excellent articles celebrating Bristol’s heritage and fine folks. The photo on …
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5/5/25
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To the editor:
Day 100 of the current administration is upon us. With that formidable reality, I rise each day struggling to choose hope over despair. You may be feeling similarly—daunted …
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5/5/25
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To the editor: It's that time of year when kind individuals, such as yourselves, can help the less fortunate in your area. How? By leaving non-perishable food by your mailbox or on your porch, to be …
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5/5/25
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To the editor:
We are writing in response to Lawrence Bowen’s letter to the editor which stated that there is insufficient data to support the use of speed cameras in school zones in …
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5/2/25
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To the editor:
Although I now live in Florida, I enjoy following the latest controversies in my native Barrington. The latest seems to be speed cameras in school zones.
Pardon me if …
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5/2/25
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To the editor:
As the 2025 season begins, Barrington Farm School reflects with deep gratitude on the continued support of our vibrant community. With your help, we’ve preserved this …
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5/2/25
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To the editor:
I seldom read in the newspaper's Police Report of an accident along a street in front of a school, but it's not unusual to read of accidents on The Trail, County Road, various …
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5/2/25
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To the editor:
I’ll make this short and sweet to save space. I’m not alone here and I am sick and tired of folks moving to our country and complaining about all that happens to make …
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5/1/25
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