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Suspect is currently tied up at Westport Point, and association members are learning to sail her.
Built in 1892, Suspect sails again
A rare racing catboat built on Cape Cod 131 years ago has been lovingly restored and is sailing again, three years after local cat lovers found her in considerable disrepair in East Dennis, Ma., … more
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Visit Coggeshall for 'Endless Summer' on Saturday
Coggeshall Farm Museum is hosting "Endless Summer" on Saturday, Aug. 26, a day for celebrating summer fun. Guests can participate in some family fun, historical games, and competitions. Enjoy sack … more
Belton Court mansion, with its windows and doors boarded up.
Police: Out-of-state teens trespassing at Zion property
The alarm company that monitors the former Zion Bible College property in Barrington contacted police after a camera picked up footage of five people trespassing on the property on Wednesday, Aug. 16 … more
Bill Phoenix, of the Middlesex County Volunteers Fifes & Drums, plays The National Anthem with other members of the group at the start of Saturday’s celebration hosted by the Battle of Rhode Island Association at the Butts Hill Fort property. The event marked the 100th anniversary of Dr. Roderick Terry purchasing the property and saving it from development.
In Portsmouth: Honoring the savior of Butts Hill Fort
PORTSMOUTH — Without Dr. Roderick Terry, who knows what might have happened to Portsmouth’s Butts Hill Fort, considered to be the largest existing Revolutionary War earthwork in southern … more
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Beach abutters: Fence makes a good neighbor
The old saying goes that fences make good neighbors. Four years after residents appropriated nearly $25,000 to replace one at Cherry and Webb Beach, a group of nearby residents hopes the adage will … more
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Mother: Suspended officer struck son in face
More details have emerged surrounding the recent arrest of Tiverton police officer Jacob Rapoza on a felony charge of second degree child abuse. Rapoza, the former Tiverton High School school … more
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Stephanie Beaute, Gabe Amo, Walter Berwick, Sandra Cano, Don Carlson, Stephen Casey, John Goncalves, Sabina matos, Ana Quezada, Aaron Regunberg
Ten Democratic Congressional hopefuls square off at Roger Williams University
It was a fast-moving debate with several lightning rounds, ensuring that everyone got a chance to flash a little personality, attempt to differentiate themselves from the other members of their party onstage, and, for better or worse, increase their name recognition. more
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Barrington High School quarterback Alex McClelland throws a pass during preseason practice on Monday morning, Aug. 21.
Barrington High School fall sports teams get rolling
Most Barrington High School teams kicked off the fall sports season with practices on Monday, Aug. 21. The football team got started a week earlier.   more
Portsmouth AgInnovation Farm students and BankNewport representatives celebrate the opening of the sun shading at the farm’s outdoor classroom.
In Portsmouth: A little shade for young farm workers
PORTSMOUTH — Sun shading has been installed to enhance learning at the Portsmouth AgInnovation Farm’s outdoor classroom with funding from BankNewport. The sun shading provides a safe … more
Teen classic being shown outdoors on Thursday night
Enjoy a fun family movie with free popcorn and bug spray while supplies last, or bring your own snacks and a blanket or chair to sit on.. The film is “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off” … more
Eric Leffingwell plays guitar, sings and writes songs, but his speciality has been playing the bass for more than three decades.
Meet Eric Leffingwell: The bass guitarist who keeps it simple
On a beautiful summer evening, over a pint outdoors at Aidan’s Pub, I sat with bass player, guitarist, singer/songwriter Eric Leffingwell, where he spoke of his musical development, the … more
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Greg Vespe of Tiverton, brings a thresher shark to the boat, caught with a bluefish fillet.
Tips for a great fall tautog season
Tautog (or blackfish) is a great eating fish with a white delicate meat. They are not often sold in fish markets because they are difficult to harvest commercially. They are usually caught by rod and … more
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East Providence Council moves many measures, appropriates millions in ARPA funds
EAST PROVIDENCE — The City Council, in a somewhat rare step at its meeting on Tuesday night, Aug. 15, unanimously gave the first of two necessary approvals to 11 spending ordinances … more
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Program alum Tony Vieira has resigned the position of boys' head soccer coach at East Providence High School, where he coached the Townies for 13 years.
Vieira makes difficult decision to step away from EPHS boys' soccer
EAST PROVIDENCE — Now former East Providence High School boys' soccer coach Tony Vieira, like just about every other person who has held a similar position, came to understand it was just time … more
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Ken Read of Portsmouth, with his brother Brad, aboard the Sunfast 3300 Avalon, which took first place in the Doublehanded class in the 18th Ida Lewis Distance Race on Friday, Aug. 18.
Now that was a distance race
It was as good as it gets for 47 teams sailing in the Ida Lewis Yacht Club’s 18th Ida Lewis Distance Race on Friday, Aug. 18. more
After weeks on the ropes, Matos campaign goes on the attack
STORY OF THE WEEK: After being dogged for weeks by the signature-gathering controversy, Sabina Matos’ campaign is ramping up its criticism of Aaron Regunberg, buoying the perception that he is … more
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The Legion Way ice rink is shown during the winter months.
Council says yes to ice rink repairs, new police and fire equipment
Good news for ice hockey enthusiasts: Repairs are coming to the Legion Way ice rink. At its meeting late last month, the Barrington Town Council voted 5-0 to have the outdoor rink resurfaced and … more
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Yonks bassist, Jack Petit and lead guitarist Alex Hemond get jiggy during their set.
Photos: 7th Annual Warren Folks Fest delivers the goods again
Check out photos from the 7th Annual Warren Folks Fest, held this past Saturday at 30 Cutler St. in Warren. more
Ducks lined up in a row prior to the start of last year's Duck Derby at Allens Pond.
It's ready, set, duck! in Westport
There's still time to sponsor an entry in Mass Audubon's much-anticipated Duck Derby, which races this Friday, August 25. The popular fund-raiser annually features thousands of rubber ducks … more
Letter: Enrollment figures show Westport's student trends
Thanks to Shorelines for several in depth articles regarding town finances and efforts to make a decision regarding the “old” Westport High School. What I found surprising was the … more
This house, currently under construction on Main Road in Tiverton, has occupied owner Mattye Dewhirst’s imagination for many years.
Designer's dream takes shape in Tiverton
Maybe you’ve noticed the whimsical home currently under construction at 2649 Main Road in Tiverton. Here’s a little bit more about it, from owner Mattye Dewhirst, a Boston interior … more
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Alex Mulamba will be among a group of players expected to have significantly bigger roles for the EPHS boys' basketball team this coming winter.
EPHS boys' hoopsters spend summer starting rebuild process
EAST PROVIDENCE — The recently completed 2023 Summer League for the East Providence High School boys' basketball team was an eye-opener to a certain extent for the 13 players who regularly … more
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The district is looking for a new principal at Primrose Hill School.
Search starts for new principal at Barrington elementary school
Barrington is looking for a new elementary school principal.   Officials announced earlier this month that Coleen Smith had resigned. Smith served as Primrose Hill School Principal last … more
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Scenes from the two-car crash Friday evening, Aug. 18, at Pawtucket Avenue/Catlin Avenue and Bowen Street.
East Providence Police investigate fatal car crash on Pawtucket Avenue
EAST PROVIDENCE — One man died and another remains in serious condition as a result of a two-car collision Friday evening, Aug. 18, in city on Pawtucket Avenue near both Catlin Avenue and … more
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A crowd listens to Town Historian Jim Garman as he shares the history of the Glen Manor House and surrounding farm while sitting just outside the home’s south portico on Wednesday, Aug. 16. The event celebrated the 100th anniversary of the home’s construction.
Glen Manor House celebrates 100 years with open house
PORTSMOUTH — Glen Manor House and the volunteers who cared for it over the years were fêted Wednesday night during a 100th anniversary open house celebration of the town-owned … more
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