To the editor:
I recently learned of the passing of well known Bristolian Mike Byrnes, and first and foremost I would like to extend my sincere condolences to Mike's family and friends on his …
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1/19/23
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To the editor: Bristol lost one of its best last week with the death of Michael T. Byrnes. After graduating from Colt High School and Providence College, where he was in ROTC, Mike joined the Army, …
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1/19/23
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To the editor: In the early morning hours of Jan. 9, 2023, the town of Bristol, the State of Rhode Island and the nation lost one of its finest citizens and patriots. Mike Byrnes succumbed to his …
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1/19/23
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To the editor: Many of us know Bristol won’t be the same without Mike Byrnes around. The extensive turnout at his St Mary’s Church service was an impressive display of his broad reach. He …
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1/19/23
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Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 406, Newport invites the public to their first lecture of 2023. The night will feature a presentation by Ken Nomiyama and James Mcilwain, who will discuss an important …
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1/19/23
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This Friday and Saturday, Firehouse Theater is home to The Bit Players; RI's most award-winning comedy troupe. They hit the stage with their hilarious improv comedy show full of larger than life …
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1/18/23
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This Friday, Jan 20th, Newport Live presents an evening with the Chris Spedding Trio, which features both Anton Fig and Tony Garnier, and the Casino Theater. All members of the trio are renowned …
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1/18/23
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Joe Martino will stop by Barrington Books on Thursday, Jan. 19 at 7 p.m. to read excerpts from his book “On The Run.”
Martino, who worked as the executive director at the Bayside …
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1/18/23
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This Friday, Jan. 20, join the Audubon Society for an all-day adventure exploring beautiful Prudence Island! A large portion of the island will be covered via passenger van, including the southern …
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1/18/23
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A retiring Episcopal priest moved to a city where a younger friend led another congregation. He told his friend that every Sunday he would sit in a back pew reading the newspaper, …
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1/18/23
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I came away from the Zoning Board of Review meeting on Jan. 4, 2023, disappointed and disillusioned. My understanding was that the members were charged with providing an unbiased, fact-based review …
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1/18/23
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It is time to remove Tiverton’s town solicitor. One need only look at the hearing before the Zoning Board on Wednesday night. The subject of the hearing was the appeal by Seasons to overturn …
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1/18/23
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The Mass. Dept. of Environmental Protection (DEP) has proposed regulations to restore nitrogen impaired estuaries in Westport as well as Cape Cod, the Islands and the Southcoast. There has been a lot …
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1/18/23
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A dead body was discovered along the edge of the Barrington River on Wednesday afternoon, Jan. 18.
Barrington Police Chief Michael Correia said a deceased male under the age of 30 was found near …
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1/18/23
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After nine years on the board, Selectman Brian Valcourt will not seek re-election in the April 2023 election. He will remain on the board until the election. With news of his departure, there are two …
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By Jen Campisi
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1/18/23
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A new exhibition featuring 22 historical panoramic views of Westport is open at the Westport Free Public Library, presenting astonishing expansive visions of the landscape as well as fascinating tiny …
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1/18/23
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In a four-hour marathon session last week, the Tiverton Planning Board continued its focus on anticipated growth in the north end of town as it reviewed four commercial …
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By Ruth Rasmussen
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1/18/23
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A deceased city native and former police officer received long overdue recognition recently, when United States Senator Sheldon Whitehouse presented a descendant of Albert E. Peterson Sr. with medals …
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By Mike Rego
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1/18/23
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This Saturday, Jan 21, at 8pm at The VETS, Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra ushers in the New Year with Tania Miller conducting Debussy's Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun, Chopin's Piano …
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1/18/23
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Thousands of fans packed the harbor walls at Alicante, Spain to view Charlie Enright and the 11th Hour Racing team sail against the competition in Leg 1 of the Ocean Race on Sunday. The first leg …
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Reports Courtesy of the Ocean Race and 11th Hour Racing
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1/18/23
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This Friday, January 20th, break out of the winter blues and join Newport Vineyards for an evening featuring their lineup of fresh Taproot beers and bites, wines, live music, and good vibes. The …
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1/18/23
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Trinity performs a tribute to the music and talent of Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. Members are Fred Komiega, Eric Komiega, Mike Crabtree, Eric Leffingwell and Dean Depalma. Light refreshments are …
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1/18/23
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Mike Byrnes was a genuine as they come. He could get comical at times, but in most instances he talked straight from the hip. You always knew where stood with him. The town of Bristol has lost a real class act.
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By Manuel C. "Manny" Correira
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1/18/23
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Rhode Island's affordable housing law has long been in need of adjustments and a fresh look. We're anxiously awaiting the results of just such an examination by state legislators.
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1/18/23
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To the editor:
In order to get a waiver to demolish the historic buildings at 119 and 113 Water Street, the applicant must meet one of the three conditions listed below. From the Warren Code of …
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1/18/23
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