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What could be a dolphin, or possibly a small pilot whale, was found beached at Taylor's Lane over the weekend. The decomposing animal, about nine feet long, was found by a John Dyer Road … more
PROVIDENCE — The General Assembly wrapped up its 2023 session last week with legislators scrambling to get a flurry of bills passed — as well as a $14 billion state budget. more
Makena Petsch of Riverside will represent Rhode Island as the state's participant in the 66th Distinguished Young Women national finals June 22-24 at the Mobile Civic Center Theater in Mobile, Ala. … more
To the editor: In “The AR-15 is indeed an assault-style weapon,” (letter to the editor, June 8), which was prompted by a May 25 letter of mine, the writer makes several inaccurate … more
Barrington Pop Warner and Barrington Flag Football hosted “Championship Sunday” earlier this month at Chianese Field.   Twenty four teams competed for the five division … more
EAST PROVIDENCE — The Providence Country Day School celebrated the 32 members in the senior Class of 2023 during commencement held Wednesday, June 14. The sun shone bright on the … more
PROVIDENCE — After how close they've played in their meetings to date, it's only fitting the East Providence and East Greenwich High School baseball teams will play a third and deciding game for … more
The Mt. Hope softball team pounded Ponaganset 8-0 in the Division II semifinal game at Rhode Island College on Friday afternoon. The Huskies have risen to the challenge and come together as a team … more
Congratulations to the Top 10 graduating members of the Mt. Hope Class of 2023! more
A national project of Veterans for Peace, the Golden Rule is currently sailing the Great Loop voyage. They began in New Orleans in 2022 and sailed around Florida and up the Eastern seaboard. more
EAST PROVIDENCE — Unlike the need for a one-off, near-complete remodeling of Martin Middle School, its counterpart in Riverside has received a steady stream of upgrades in recent years to keep … more
PROVIDENCE — The General Assembly Thursday approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Terri Cortvriend and Sen. Mark P. McKenney to establish that the public area of the shoreline is 10 feet … more
"Man Overboard!" was the cry the Sunday morning before last on the East Branch of the Westport River. But it's OK — it wasn't a man at all, just a dummy. A group of six young rowers … more
The fact that the Mt. Hope High School Class of 2023 graduated amidst the looming threat of a thunderstorm could not have been more appropriate. more
To the editor: The Bristol 4th of July Block Dance Party originated in the 50s, spearheaded by a wonderful woman who was a renowned educator, including time as a teacher, principal, and coach in … more
To the editor: Bright white stars shout on a field of blue  Rhode Island be but one of fifty  Founded in 1636, the sixth colony of thirteen  The first to denounce the King, … more
To the editor: The labels on bills promoted by politicians commonly belie their true intent. The “Patriot Act” after 9/11 is a good example. The increased spying on civilians it … more
“Obviously this library has been through a lot of changes over the past couple of years, so first of all it's to make sure that the staff feels supported, that they know that someone's supporting their endeavors.” more
A nonprofit started by a former member of the Boston Celtics is hosting its first annual Herren Project Bowl-A-Thon at Dudek Bowling Lanes (489 Child St.) in Warren on Saturday, June 17, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. more
For the second year in a row, legislation that would restrict aquaculture along the shores of the Sakonnet River failed to make it out of committee before the Rhode Island General Assembly session … more
The Tiverton Tigers, playing out of the winner's bracket , fell to Mount St. Charles 6-0 in game one of the Division III Championship at RIC Thursday night.  The two … more
Members of the Economic Development Commission would to see Barrington’s liquor training requirement eliminated.   The EDC passed a motion recommending that action nearly a year ago, … more
PROVIDENCE — You almost had to be there to comprehend it, that's how wild the finish of East Greenwich High School's 3-2, eight-inning victory over East Providence in Game 1 of the 2023 … more
The Collaborative will be hosting a Goodbye to Main Party on Sunday, June 18 from 6-8 p.m. to celebrate the gallery – a community staple since the organization’s conception in 2016. more
The new boutique, owned by Nicki Tysta, will be holding a grand opening this weekend, beginning with a ribbon cutting at 5:30 p.m. this Friday, June 16 at the 423 Hope St. more
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