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Letter: Thank you, Bristol Rotary!

To the Editor: A few weeks ago, the Bristol Phoenix featured an article by Michelle Mercure in which she aptly summarized the plight of the food pantries in the area and the people they serve. … more

1/27/25

Letter: Barrington DEI Committee continues its film series

To the editor: “Have you ever known anyone named Grace Lee?” (There are many more than you might imagine.) And then, “How would you describe her.” (Most said, … more

1/23/25

Letter: I voted no on turf items on November ballot

I voted no. I voted no on both turf items on the November ballot, along with 60 percent of Barrington residents. Imagine my surprise when I recently learned that the … more

1/23/25

Letter: Barrington will hold a special place in our hearts

To the editor: Dear Barrington community, as my family packs up to move and prepares to embark on the next chapter of our lives, we wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for … more

1/23/25

Letter: Are ‘transparency’ candidates being transparent?

I only caught the Town Council meeting on Monday, Jan. 13 on YouTube, and so may have missed something, but I didn't hear those candidates who ran on all that … more

1/22/25

Letter: Speed cameras are not the answer in Barrington

To the editor: In the articles about traffic safety in the Jan. 15 issue of the Barrington Times the word that was used most frequently was “intersection.” Other words, implying the … more

1/21/25

Letter: Make your voice heard on Settlers Green situation

To the editor: Fellow citizens of Warren, we need you! The massive Settler’s Green development proposal will be returning to the Warren Planning Board for a Public Hearing on Monday, January … more

1/21/25

Letter: Alarmed about discarded 'Fireball' nips

To the editor: Well, it has been some time since I last opined on things Warren. My previous contribution was with regard to the shameless and irresponsible disposal of dog poo bags adorning the … more

1/21/25

Letter: What’s next, now that the Lafayette House is gone?

Editor’s note: This letter was sent to the Tiverton Town Council earlier this month, and shared in its entirety with the Sakonnet Times: Another crime against the preservation of town … more

1/21/25

Letter: Please take down the advertising banners in Barrington

To the editor: I applaud Barrington resident Kay Chapin for speaking out regarding the plethora of objectionable advertising banners that mar the beautiful ornate light poles that line County … more

1/21/25

Letter: This town needs to reduce its spending

To the editor: When I read your Jan. 10 editorial proposing resolutions for Barrington, I found myself nodding my head in agreement until I came to this: • Resolve to examine … more

1/20/25

Letter: It’s not the first time parking lot has been blocked

To the editor: Your front-page story of the “unexpected” fence blocking the exit from the bakery at 230 County Road is not the first such impediment to exiting this facility. I … more

1/20/25

Letter: Felag addressed my issue, and quickly!

A few weeks ago, I reached out to my State Senator, Walter Felag Jr., about a minor traffic concern. Senator Felag promptly returned my call that same day. After listening to my concerns, he assured … more

1/16/25

Letter: Redefining civility: An MLK Day reflection on tolerance

As we approach Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a time to reflect on the principles of unity and equality, I write to celebrate the essence of civility and tolerance in our public discourse. Tolerance was … more

1/16/25

Letter: You are invited to first-ever ‘Soul Force’

To the editor: The Barrington Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee in collaboration with the Friends of Bay Spring Community Center invite you to Soul Force: A Celebration of Civil Rights . … more

1/16/25

Felag addressed my issue, and quickly!

To the editor: A few weeks ago, I reached out to my state senator, Walter Felag, Jr., about a minor traffic concern. Senator Felag promptly returned my call that same day. After listening to my … more

1/16/25

Letter: Close loopholes — preserve Little Compton's future

The Tuesday, January 7 Little Compton Planning Board meeting gave a glimpse into a proposed major subdivision on a 26-acre parcel in Little Compton. The engineer and attorney for the property owner … more

1/14/25

Letter: The cost of Conservation in Little Compton

As a town, Little Compton has done a remarkable job of preserving farmland and open space. After having our first child, Little Compton was high on my wife’s and my list due to its rural … more

1/13/25

Letter: Hotel wetlands permit granted without merit

To the editor: As described by Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM), the proposed hotel development will alter and disturb 4,717 square feet of swamp and 45,200 square … more

1/13/25

Letter: Is RI Energy taking advantage of its customers?

To the Editor: If you receive a monthly billing statement from RI Energy you will want to continue reading. I believe you will find this letter an interesting read. You may even want to follow … more

1/13/25

Letter: Fixing our financial future — A community plan for Barrington’s finances

To the editor: Barrington’s financial trajectory is unmistakably dire. It’s gone catawampus. Speak with any long-time resident, and you'll hear deep concerns about the town's … more

1/10/25

Little Compton needs a queen — is it you?

LC 350 , the committee organizing Little Compton's 350th anniversary celebration, is searching for a Little Compton resident over 90 years old to be a possible Queen, and two court members, for our … more

1/9/25

Letter: A resolution once and for all

If we could choose to put our humanity first and reach out with kindness, we could live in peace on earth. more

1/9/25

Letter: Transitions — independent to assisted living

How often do we face the necessity of an important change in our lives, whether we are ready or not? more

1/9/25

Letter: Little Compton housing, agriculture and open space

There are a number of forces at work in in Little Compton that have contributed to increasing housing prices, with each affecting either demand or supply: The high desirability of a coastal … more

1/8/25