The Barrington School Committee will be changing the district’s Covid-19 policy.
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By Josh Bickford
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3/7/23
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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 …
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Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr.
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3/7/23
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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 …
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3/6/23
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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 …
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By Michael Khouri
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3/6/23
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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 …
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3/6/23
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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 …
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By Ruth Rasmussen
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3/6/23
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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 …
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By Mike Rego
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3/6/23
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Two robotics teams from Mt. Hope competed at the New England Institute of Technology over the weekend at the state FIRST championship competition.
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3/6/23
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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 …
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By Capt. Dave Monti
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3/6/23
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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 …
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By Ian Donnis
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3/6/23
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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 …
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By Ted Hayes
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3/6/23
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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 …
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By Josh Bickford
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3/6/23
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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 …
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3/5/23
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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 …
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By Mike Rego
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3/5/23
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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 …
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By Josh Bickford
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3/4/23
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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 …
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Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr.
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3/4/23
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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 …
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Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr.
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3/3/23
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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 …
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3/3/23
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A few more books for winter reading (although it’s not very wintry lately).
“A Lesson in Dying” (1990) and “Murder in My Backyard” (1991), the first two books in the …
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By Lynda Rego
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3/3/23
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As a seasoned wedding photographer, Devon McWilliams believes a strong relationship between the couple and their photographer is vital. The best photos come from a relationship built on trust, …
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By Julia Stearly
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3/3/23
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While bridal trends come and go, some ideas have gained traction in recent years, possibly due to the impact of social media. Following the coronavirus pandemic, wedding planners and vendors have …
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By Jen Campisi
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3/3/23
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“Maybe we’ll give out hand sanitizer as a wedding favor,” I joked with my coworkers as we gathered in the front office to talk about this new virus that just had its first confirmed …
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By Rebecca Bernardo-Hartley
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3/3/23
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In a process that will certainly take many months of discussion and research, the town would like to come up with a plan to reduce the tax burden of longtime resident seniors.
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By Christy Nadalin
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3/3/23
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The lecture will take place on Thursday, March 9 at the Rogers Free Library in Bristol.
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3/3/23
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EAST PROVIDENCE — A process is being put into place so every playground/recreational area in the city will be evaluated on a regular basis going forward and any necessary improvements can be …
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By Mike Rego
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3/3/23
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