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Dan Coogan goes up for a shot during the second half of Sunday's "Elite 8" match against Middletown.
Barrington boys lose to Middletown in Elite Eight showdown
Frustration. Disappointment. Pain. Take your pick but each of these nouns can describe the feeling of the No. 5 Barrington High boys’ basketball team after a 65-59 loss to No. 4 Middletown … more
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Tim Sweeney, Town Councilman from Bristol, was unanimously elected by peers on the Joint Finance Committee to become its next chairman, taking over for Warren Town Council Vice President Steve Calenda.
Joint Finance Committee gives initial praise to Bristol Warren budget
The Bristol Warren Joint Finance Committee (JFC) indicated no major issues after their first pass at the school committee-approved $58.9 million school budget proposed by Superintendent Ana Riley. more
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West Place emerges from avian flu 'nightmare'
All it took was one goose to throw a massive wrench in the honorable mission of West Place Animal Sanctuary. One Canadian goose, flying overhead on its autumnal journey southward, that sentenced the … more
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Letter: I want wind power to work — but what if it doesn't?
Growing up I had many lively debates with my dad at the dinner table. He always told me that to be effective in communicating your position, you have to not only understand the other side, but be … more
Letter: Offshore wind opponent is using the same old playbook
Ms. Quattrocki's latest installment in her series on the dangers of renewable wind power, "Don't short circuit our environmental laws", has upped the hysteria on the whale-death-by-wind-farms … more
Letter: Many questions, few answers on Revolution Wind plan
With respect to recent articles and commentaries regarding the Revolution Wind project off the Rhode Island coast, I have a few questions that seem pretty obvious — and yet are proving … more
Students at Westport Middle High School file in for orientation at the first day of school following the new school's construction.
Westport schools join social media lawsuit
Westport Community Schools have joined a class action lawsuit filed against several popular social media platforms, which alleges that those firms' services have led to a mental health crisis in school-age children. more
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Barrington School Committee: Vaccine policy to be amended
The Barrington School Committee will be changing the district’s Covid-19 policy.  more
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Head coach Scot Boudria consoles senior Cam Leary after the Wildcats lost to Mount Greylock 55-52 in the Division 5 Sweet 16 at Westport on Monday night.
End of an era for Westport in Sweet 16 loss
Tears rolled down Owen Boudria’s cheeks. His face was red as he walked from the locker room back to the court. It wasn't just the end of the game, nor the end of the season, it was an end of an … more
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Portsmouth High’s Emily Maiato barrels through the North Kingstown defense to get under the basket during Saturday’s “Elite Eight” game on the road, which the Patriots lost to end their season.
Portsmouth girls’ basketball season ends with ‘Elite 8’ appearance
PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth High girls’ basketball team’s season came to an end Saturday, but not before the scrappy squad overcame expectations to get to the “Eight … more
Riverside resident Dave Tanury had a guitar long before he learned how to play it. Once he did, he never stopped. His wild success with the band Rizzz in the 1970s and ’80s led to his eventual induction into the Rhode Island Music Hall of Fame.
Meet Dave Tanury: From chorus, to guitars, to a Hall of Fame career
At a recent sit down over coffee at Borealis, in his hometown of Riverside, R.I., legendary guitarist, singer, songwriter Dave Tanury reflected on his life and career in music. It’s a career … more
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Homeless encampment in Barrington ordered to clear out
Three homeless men living in the woods behind the Bayside YMCA have 30 days to clear out.  On Wednesday, March 1, Barrington Police officers hiked into the Veterans Park woods and served … more
Tiverton School Resource Officer Jacqueline Smaldone walks the Tiverton High School halls Saturday morning.
Tiverton names new resource officer for high school
Jacqueline Smaldone, a Tiverton police officer with prior experience as a mental health professional who has worked extensively with troubled teens, has been appointed Interim School Resource … more
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City native and just elected Secretary of State Gregg Amore returned to East Providence High School Monday, March 6, to announce an award his office is creating to annually salute Civics teachers.
Amore announces creation of Civics teacher award during EPHS visit
EAST PROVIDENCE — City native and just elected Secretary of State Gregg Amore returned to a familiar place Monday morning, March 6, to announce a signature initiative of his first term in … more
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Team 652 Underdogs (Mya Tucker, Nathan Paquette, Simon Thibault, Corbin Chin, Ian Areia, Owen Scheneck, Brady Paiva, Michael Thibault, Aiden Enes (not pictured Aidan Devine), and Team 3351 TaterBots (Daniel Vittoria, Miles Kindness, Aidan Enjeti, Brian Conway, Declan Reed, Keaton Fischer (not pictured Nathaniel Fisher, Chris Sousa), along with coaches Marny Kindness and Ryan Garrity, after the conclusion of Saturday’s events at NEIT.
Mt. Hope robotics team competes at state championship
Two robotics teams from Mt. Hope competed at the New England Institute of Technology over the weekend at the state FIRST championship competition. more
The New England Saltwater Fishing Show, taking place this weekend at the Rhode Island Convention Center, is already a record-breaker, with more than 300 booths and free seminars.
Fishing show this week is already a record-breaker
At press time, the New England Saltwater Fishing Show being held from March 10 to 12 at the Rhode Island Convention Center is already a record breaker, with booth sales revenue the highest it has … more
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Election denialism is here, but it is not widespread
S TORY OF THE WEEK: Election denialism is no longer shocking or even surprising. Some contemporary conspiracy theories are so ludicrous that they induce laughter, even if the underlying facts involve … more
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Miller George Whitley loads the hopper shortly before the closure of Gray's Mill on the Adamsville/Westport town line.
With Gray's gone, jonnycake meal is becoming scarce
This story is not about the correct way to make jonnycakes — everyone east of Narragansett Bay knows they're best thin, not thick. It's not about whether jonnycakes made from anything … more
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The BHS girls swim team celebrates its state championship with Coach Sandy Gorham on Saturday, March 4.
Barrington swimmers dominate at states
Twice as nice.   For the second straight year, the Barrington High School boys and girls swim teams won state championships. Eagles Coach Sandy Gorham credited the team-first approach … more
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The Patriots’ Connor Rogers skates in from behind the net to flick a shot toward the North Smithfield goal Friday at Portsmouth Abbey. Portsmouth won the game, 3-1, and went on to win Saturday against the Northmen, 4-3, to advance to the semifinals.
Portsmouth advances to semis after beating North Smithfield
PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth Patriots boys’ hockey team took one step closer to their goal of a Rhode Island Division II title when they advanced to the semifinals over the … more
Xavier Hazard and Trey Rezendes celebrate after the victory.
East Providence edges Smithfield, advances to boys' hoops state semis
PROVIDENCE —  The mantra of basketball in March at any level is “survive and advance,” and that’s exactly what East Providence High School did Sunday, March 5, in the … more
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Matt Raffa barrels through the North Smithfield defense to reach the hoop.
Eagles eliminate Northmen, earn a trip to the Elite Eight
Fourth-seeded Barrington survived a scare from 13th-seeded North Smithfield, 56-52, in the first round of the state open tournament. The Division I Eagles, playing in front of a home crowd on … more
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Leah Sylvain shoots a 3-pointer in the fourth quarter of Westport's 58-29 victory over St. John Paul II in the round of 32 on Friday night.
Wildcats dominate St. John Paul II 55-29, move on to Sweet 16
Cuts     Wildcats dominate St. John Paul II 55-29, move on to Sweet 16 Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr.  Leah Sylvain scored 22 points as the Westport girls … more
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Hunter Brodeur elevates for a jumper in the fourth quarter. The quick as lightning guard scored 17 points including the go-ahead basket.
Westport sinks Ayer Shirley 63-57, gains Sweet 16 
The 14-7 Wildcats advance to the Sweet 16 for the second-straight year after dismantling Ayer Shirley 63-57 in the round of 32 at the high school on Thursday night. Westport scored 19 fourth quarter … more
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Weekly Recap of Recalls, Withdrawals & Safety Alerts: Feb. 25 – March 3, 2023
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
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