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Who's running for office in Tiverton and Little Compton?
Residents seeking public office have until Wednesday to declare their intent to run office in this November's election. Though all declarations must be made by the end of the day Wednesday, a handful … more
St Mary ­Academy-Bay View lists final Honor Roll students for 2023-24 term
EAST PROVIDENCE — St. Mary Academy-Bay View principal Dr. Marcela Rossi is proud to announce that 179 students made the honor roll for the fourth quarter, officially marking the end of … more
Crop cannons like this are used by many farmers to keep pests away from their corn crops. This year, one farmer is out of the game as he believes his ability to use them could be threatened.
Little Compton farmer cancels corn amid crop cannon row
The controversy over crop cannons, the noise makers which polarized Little Compton last year as the town sought a way to placate angry neighbors while supporting farmers’ right to use them, … more
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Letter: Crop cannons are essential, and I'm not growing corn without them
I am writing this letter to make my neighbors, friends and customers aware of the fact that Walkers Roadside Stand will not open this season. The reason that we will not be opening this year is … more
Barrington’s Chase Corcoran slaps a hit to the left side of the infield during the Majors Division All Star game on Monday night, June 24.
Barrington 12U All Stars open district play with 2-1 win over Rumford
A first inning lead-off walk by Harrison Collins, followed by Mahir Salahuddin’s home run and a double by Luke Fluet provided all the offense the Barrington 12U Majors All Stars would need in a … more
Instructor and student review the proper technique for chest compressions during a CPR training class.a
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation – Facts versus TV fiction
C ardiopulmonary resuscitation, or CPR, involves pressing down hard on the chest and forcing air into the lungs to maintain blood flow and is a procedure to revive someone if their heart stops … more
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The state champion Warren U16 girls’ soccer team. Bottom row, l-r: Vivienne Noonan, Aubrey Cummings, Adrianna Lage, Vivyana Gomes, Ava Morissette, Sophia Santoro; Top row, l-r: Mackenzie Lema, Thalia Adkins, Mackenzie Stall, Kendra Ascoli, Ella Texeira, Jocelyn Leitao, Jasmine Kenney. Missing from photo: Catherine Frawley and Regan Pires.
Undefeated Warren U16 women's team takes Super Liga title
The U16 women’s team from Warren were crowned Rhode Island Super Liga state champions over the weekend, following a thrilling 3-2 victory over Portsmouth. more
Pride Fest organizers Jessie and Keith Dias, pose for a photo during their busy day.
Westport celebrates first Pride festival
Keith Dias was raised in Westport and has spent most of his life here. Though he’s always loved his home town, he was still overwhelmed by the love and support he and partner Jessie Dias felt … more
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Cee Cee and the Riders performs Thursday night at Sandy Point Beach
Portsmouth launches a new summer concert series
The Portsmouth Parks & Recreation Department is offering its inaugural summer music and entertainment series. Events are free and open to the public, concessions are available for purchase … more
Thursday is Art Night in Warren
Art Night heads to Warren this month with studios and shops along Main, Market and Child streets and inside Cutler Mills open for visitors along with live music and performances, talks at Ink Fish … more
Identify fraud, illegal gun storage top Portsmouth Police report
PORTSMOUTH — Here are some recent arrests made by the Portsmouth Police Department. Tuesday, June 18 Fabricio Vargas Valle, 40, of 156 McCorrie Lane, was charged with identify … more
An insider’s look at military life and the toll it takes
This book is a first-hand account of the multiple challenges and difficulties faced by those who choose to serve in the military. Based on … more
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Major moves in the R.I. healthcare landscape
STORY OF THE WEEK: Thursday was the day to buy a lottery ticket if you predicted two key developments involving Rhode Island’s healthcare landscape. Brown University and the state’s … more
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Vito Marsico with a 28-pound striped bass he caught on the Cape Cod Canal. Photo by his father Vinnie Marsico.
NOAA re-envisioning how it estimates angler catch
NOAA’s recreational catch and effort program, the Marine Recreational Information Program (MRIP), engaged a major effort to reinvent itself earlier this year with a re-envisioning process. … more
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Anthony Delisanti missed his birdie putt on the fifth playoff hole at the 2024 Northeast Amateur, but made it on the sixth to win the 62nd playing of the prestigious event.
Delisanti defeats Lee in playoff for 2024 Northeast Amateur title
EAST PROVIDENCE — Some rain...well a deluge...and some extra holes...this time only five...would not deter Anthony Delisanti in pursuit of his biggest title to date as the New York State native … more
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Sidney Tynan takes in the sun in her 'Back 40,' a two-acre tract of land on Tompkins Lane now well-known to the many fans of her letters and books. This photo was taken on the publication of her most previous book, "More Country Letters," published in 2022.
Little Compton's "Back 40" writer lays down her pen
Sidney Tynan answered the phone Monday morning with the joy and enthusiasm typical of her many letters to the Sakonnet Times brimming in her voice — “I’m doing just fine,” she … more
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Letter: On patience, house guests and furred interlopers
If you live in the country you never can tell what you will see in your backyard, like the wild turkey, who chose to bring up her brood there as it was safer, or a released pheasant whom I … more
East Providence seeks artists for its ‘Beautility Box Mural Program’ program similar to ones done in the likes of Providence.
East Providence seeks artists for ‘Beautility Box' Mural Program
EAST PROVIDENCE — The City of East Providence Department of Planning and Economic Development, in partnership with the East Providence Arts Council, is calling on artists to submit design … more
Barrington’s Andrew Knychalski delivers a pitch to a Portsmouth batter.
Barrington 11U All Stars blast Portsmouth, 11-1
The Barrington Little League Majors 11U All Star baseball team opened the District 2 tournament with an 11-1 victory over Portsmouth at Sherwood Field on Sunday, June 23.   Andrew … more
Twelve Barrington athletes from the Rhode Island Fencing Academy & Club will compete at the upcoming national championships. Among those headed to nationals are (from left to right, back row) Gareth Stafford, Justin Tibbetts, Joseph Ripa, Hayden Kelley, Anika Breker, Alex Smuk, Dasha Smuk, Emma Mueller, (front row) Griffin Roper and Lily Tibbetts.
Barrington athletes qualify for fencing nationals
The Rhode Island Fencing Academy & Club will send 12 Barrington fencers to the National Fencing Championships in Columbus, Ohio from June 28 to July 8.   The local athletes are:   … more
Portsmouth: 40-cent tax hike provisionally approved at hearing
Only two residents commented during last week’s annual budget hearing, but at 63 minutes it was still one of the longest in recent memory. more
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Members of the Barrington Police Department are honored during a recent Barrington School Committee meeting.
Town officials praise Barrington Police for response to BHS incident
Members of the Barrington Town Council and Barrington School Committee praised the work of the Barrington Police Department for its response to a tense incident outside the high school last month. … more
Warren man arrested for possession of child pornography
The 20-year-old Wheaton Street resident was transported to the custody of the Middletown Police Department following their arrest. more
Letter: A few good patriots wanted to join our ranks
On Monday, June 24 through Wednesday, June 26 you have the ability to officially join the ranks of the Bristol Republican Town Committee. more
Christian Tacuva, 2, enjoys a strawberry at Four Town Farm on Wednesday, June 19.
Photos: Sweet treats ripe for the picking at local farm
Sunshine, warm temperatures and a light breeze greeted people as they filled their baskets with ripe, red strawberries at Four Town Farm this week. The local farm offers pick-your-own … more
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