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Commentary: I say yes to East Providence Rec Center, no to the current proposal

I recently sent the mayor a letter stating I will not be supporting his workforce development center proposal. While I strongly support providing a recreational center for Townies the … more

By Rick Lawson | 9/27/23

Harvest Fair is all weekend in Middletown

Norman Bird Sanctuary’s Harvest Fair is returning this weekend for its 49th year of fall festivities! The fair brings the community together for a weekend of family-friendly fun, including … more

9/27/23

An electric charging station sits outside the Rhode Island Veterans Home.

Curious about electric cars? Check out Colt State Park this weekend

It’s National Drive Electric Week, and to celebrate, RIDEM, Green Energy Consumers Alliance, and the Ocean State Clean Cities Coalition are hosting "Drive Green at the Park." more

By Christy Nadalin | 9/27/23

Introducing the South Coast Harvest Festival, all weekend in Westport

This weekend will bring the first-ever South Coast Harvest Festival at Westport Fairgrounds! This four-day-long autumnal celebration will host countless events, like professional pumpkin carving, … more

9/27/23

Linden Place hosts a country concert and BBQ

This Friday, Sept 29, Linden Place hosts the Liz Spencer Band for an evening of live southern rock music and BBQ outside in the gardens and grounds of the mansion. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket … more

9/27/23

Large quilt show all weekend in Portsmouth

This weekend, Quilters by the Sea will be hosting their 18th Biennial Quilt Show at the Pennfield school in Portsmouth. More than 100 quilts will be displayed hanging upright on racks with room … more

9/27/23

Removal of the two dams holding back waters that make up the former Warren Reservoir will result in the re-establishment of a tidal estuary in the area.

Demolition to begin soon at Kickemuit Reservoir dams

The work is scheduled to commence during the first week of October and continue through to the end of the year. more

9/27/23

Built in the early 1880’s in a simple shingle style, 110 Griswold was once home to Admiral Gilbert Hoover, a decorated naval officer who served in both World Wars and received three Navy Crosses for his heroics at the Battle of the Coral Sea, the Battle of Cape Esperance, and the Battle of Guadalcanal.

19th Century home burned on Griswold Avenue once belonged to decorated Admiral

The state Fire Marshal has not yet determined the cause of the fire that severely damaged the home at 110 Griswold Ave. in Bristol. more

By Christy Nadalin | 9/27/23

Kevin Sousa (pictured) was excited and proud to have his company re-shingle the Town Common Gazebo this week.

Bristol's Town Common gazebo gets a free new roof

Ever since he was young kid, Bristol’s Kevin Sousa marveled at the glistening white Gazebo, an iconic structure located smack dab in the middle of the Town Common. more

By Manny Correira | 9/27/23

Offshore wind is the subject of intense debate in Rhode Island.

Two sides to the wind farm debate

A Rhode Island citizen activist made a powerful pitch about the dangers of offshore wind projects to a mostly supportive audience in Westport, Mass., on Tuesday, Sept. 19, and a small group of … more

By Mary Lhowe/ecoRI News contributor | 9/27/23

Now that the district has sent off its Stage 2 application for school construction to RIDE, more concrete financial projections have been released.

How much will a new high school cost Warren?

Part one of a series into the proposed $200M school bond in Bristol Warren looks at the tax impact that would be experienced in both communities if the bond passes in November. more

By Ethan Hartley | 9/27/23

Megha Tenneti and her EPHS girls' tennis teammates beat Scituate in a battle of early-season Division III unbeatens played in city Tuesday, Sept. 26.

EPHS slices past Scituate, remains unbeaten in girls' tennis

EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School girls' tennis team staked its claim to being the top side currently in the Division III ranks as the Townies remained undefeated in the league … more

By Mike Rego | 9/26/23

Recalls, Withdrawals and Safety Alerts: Kias, cheese, chippers and more

At the end of each week, the law firm d’Oliveira & Associates compiles a summary of recalls, FDA warnings, market withdrawals and safety alerts that the public should be aware of for their … more

9/26/23

A troubling look behind the scenes in the seafood business

STORY OF THE WEEK: New Bedford’s half-billion-dollar commercial fishing catch is one of the economic bright spots in southern New England. But the underside of the seafood business includes … more

By Ian Donnis | 9/26/23

Brian Abbott, of Barrington, said, “Caught this striper (29”, 8 pounds) in 15 feet of water about 100 yards off Barrington Beach with a Yo-Zuri Crystal Minnow.”

Bonito and false albacore running hot, with no catch limits

There is nothing like explosive surface action from Atlantic bonito and false albacore. Last week anglers fishing in the Pt. Judith area were treated to non-stop action on Thursday, just a … more

By Capt. Dave Monti | 9/26/23

Becky Chace had her own band, sold thousands of CDs and played at big venues, before pausing music to become a teacher. These days, she’s playing music on her own terms — and having fun.

Meet Becky Chace: A prolific musician with a future all her own

I had sought out, for some time, singer, songwriter, guitarist Becky Chace for an interview regarding her life and times in music. A life rich in gigs, travel, recordings, starts, stops and … more

By Michael Khouri | 9/26/23

No transfer station will hurt most vulnerable residents

To the editor: Closing the transfer station will impact our most vulnerable residents, seniors and low-income families, in cost and convenience. Many seniors make a combined trip to the … more

9/26/23

Letter: Numbers don’t justify keeping transfer station open

To the editor: As I left the the town council meeting that was to have discussed the transfer station, a woman from the audience approached me, smiled, then said that “You didn’t … more

9/26/23

There are 24 parking spaces at the Town Landing; as Hurricane Lee passed, some 40, most from out of state, squeezed into the spot.

Little Compton locals want residency restriction at Town Landing

A group of Little Compton residents, fed up with what they say is inadequate parking at Town Landing, have petitioned the town council to approve a plan that would set aside at least half of the 24 … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 9/26/23

Teammates celebrate after Barrington ties the game against Mt. Hope with a 30-yard direct kick that looped over Huskies' goalkeeper Emily Moran.

Eagles rally for 4-2 victory over Huskies

The Barrington High School girls soccer team trailed Mt. Hope 2-1 at halftime of a league game last Thursday, but exploded for three second-half goals and captured a 4-2 victory. The win … more

9/26/23

Outgoing Westport Police Chief Keith Pelletier. He will retire later this year after 21 years on the job.

Westport police chief calling it a career

The select board is moving ahead with plans to replace Police Chief Keith Pelletier, who recently announced his retirement after having served 21 years in the position. The board voted this week … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 9/26/23

Steve Cardone helps load donated goods into a shopping cart outside of the food bank last Friday. The food bank was honored with The Portsmouth Award by the Town Council Monday night.

Portsmouth Community Service Award goes to food bank

PORTSMOUTH — St. John’s Lodge Food Bank’s hard work and dedication in serving the community over the past several years has not gone unnoticed. more

By Jim McGaw | 9/26/23

Warren's new asphalt trailer hit the roads Tuesday morning for the first time since purchasing it last year.

Warren's new weapon against potholes hits the streets

What carries two tons of asphalt and is bound to make a lot of people marginally less grumpy? A new pothole fixing machine! more

By Ethan Hartley | 9/26/23

East Providence man charged with attempted murder following hammer attack

PROVIDENCE — An East Providence man has been charged in Providence County Superior Court with multiple counts of felony assault, including assault with attempt to murder, after allegedly … more

9/26/23

The house on Sowams Drive in Bristol where the murder took place, taken at the time of the crime in February of 2017.

Bristol man who suffocated grandmother convicted of murder

The crime occurred in 2017 on Sowams Road in Bristol. more

9/26/23