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Barrington’s Sean Bonneau pulls up for a jumper during the Eagles' game against Middletown on Tuesday, Dec. 27.
Barrington’s 11-point lead turns into 1-point loss to Islanders
The Barrington High School boys basketball team built a 36-25 advantage against Middletown on Tuesday, Dec. 27, but it would not be enough as the Islanders rallied for a 60-59 win over the Eagles in … more
Barrington Police respond to schools for marijuana-related incidents
Barrington Police responded to separate drug-related incidents on Monday, Dec. 19. At about 9:40 a.m., Barrington school officials reached out to police regarding a middle school student who … more
This young European Beech, located in Blithewold's bosquet, has been stricken with Beech Leaf Disease. Note the curling leaves, an early sign of infestation by the nematode (roundworm) that spreads BLD.
Bristol's beech trees in jeopardy as fatal disease appears in town
Beech Leaf Disease (BLD) was first identified in Ohio a decade ago; two years ago it made its way to the other side of Rhode Island, near the Connecticut border. Now, it’s here. Trees at Blithewold have already been infected. more
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Letter: Water Street development is not exempt from zoning
To the editor: Many thanks to Warren Voluntary Historic District commissioners who reached out to preservationists around the state for expert perspective on the proposed development at 113/119 … more
Letter: With few affordable units, development would be a detriment
To the editor: On Dec. 5, the Warren Planning Board held a meeting for the Master Plan application to build an apartment building on Water Street, which requires the demolition of two historic … more
Letter: On the departure of our Town Planner
To the editor: This letter is a response to a speech made by Warren’s Planner, Bob Rulli, at the Dec. 15 Planning Board meeting, and the Dec. 21 article in the Warren Times on his … more
Clockwise from top left: Marissa Ferris stands on the top deck of The Wharf, which earned the accolade of Best Outdoor Dining spot in the East Bay and the Best Restaurant in the East Bay. The town of just over 11,000 people as a whole earned more than 20 victories and mentions in Rhode Island Monthly’s annual “Best of Rhode Island”; The Huskies mens basketball team ended their 2021/22 season with a record of 19-2 and capped a dominant season with their second Division III hoops championship in a four-year span; The aftermath of a fire that started at a barn on Barton Avenue in Touisset on April 16. The third of three blazes that beset the community on Easter weekend; A demonstration in front of Reynolds School in June in support of Dr. Deb DiBiase.
Record snow and a controversial development highlight 2022 in Warren
Record snowfall began the year, a night of fire in Touisset marred Easter weekend, and a polarizing development highlighted an eventful year in Warren. more
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Audubon hosting walks, talks and activities for kids
Don't know what to do with the family during the school vacation break? Come to Audubon for winter fun for all ages. There are special programs taking place both Thursday and Friday, Dec. 29 and 30. … more
Former Bayside YMCA Director Joe Martino said writing a book was challenging ‘all the way’ but well worth it in the end.
Longtime YMCA leader pens his first book
For 20 years, Joe Martino ran the Bayside YMCA.  As executive director of the popular branch, Martino was kept very busy with everything from managing the staff, to interacting with members, … more
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Newport 'Polar Plunge' benefits A Wish Come True
It's not unusual to see thousands of people gathered at noon on New Year's Day at Easton's Beach in Newport for the annual Polar Plunge. For the past two decades, the tradition has been held to … more
A worker from the R.I. Turnpike and Bridge Authority directs traffic during work on the Mt. Hope Bridge last week.
Vehicle weight limit for Mt. Hope Bridge lowered
BRISTOL/PORTSMOUTH — Starting Thursday, Dec. 29, the maximum vehicle weight allowed on the Mt. Hope Bridge will be changed from 40 tons to 30 tons, the R.I. Turnpike and Bridge Authority … more
The Collaborative to host musicians The Glare & Jodie Trelorar Sampson
This Thursday, Dec 29th, the Collaborative Studio, a Warren-based nonprofit presents musicians Jodie Treloar Sampson and The Glare! Studio doors will open at 7pm, with the performance … more
Michael Burke (right) cringes as his uncle, Bob Burke, splashes him with water during a polar plunge at Barrington Beach.
Barrington Beach hosting New Year’s Day Dip
People are invited to usher in the new year with an exhilarating swim at Barrington Beach on Jan. 1. The Barrington Business and Community Association’s first-ever “New Year’s … more
Swimmers run out of the water at Island Park Beach during the last Island Park Polar Dive.
Brave polar divers to get wet Sunday in Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH — Step one: Take off the towel. Step two: Run like mad into the water. (It’s OK to scream a little.) Step three: Make sure you at least get your shoulders … more
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Kari Tieger has had a prolific music career, recording, releasing and collaborating on 23 CD’s. The East Providence resident is also a teacher at the French American School of Rhode Island.
Meet Kari Tieger: Getting lost in the passion of music
What immediately impressed me during my recent sit down with singer/songwriter/keyboardist Kari Tieger was her beautiful speaking voice. Like her singing voice, it is lilting, rich in tone, rhythm … more
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Gallery: EPHS girls' hoops defeats Tiverton
EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School girls' basketball team picked up a much needed win over Tiverton Tuesday afternoon, Dec. 27, in the opening round of the Charlie Gwynne Holiday … more
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Mt. Hope freshman varsity safety Preston Brodd was nominated and accepted into the 2023 Dream All-American Bowl.
Huskies freshman chosen as one of nation's best football players
Mt. Hope freshman varsity safety Preston Brodd was nominated and accepted into the 2023 Dream All-American Bowl, taking place on Friday, Dec. 30, 2022 at SoFi Stadium. more
Parker Hughes competes against a Bishop Hendricken opponent in the 138 weight class during Wednesday's Varsity Tri Meet.
Eagles defeat Huskies in wrestling, 54-21
The Barrington High School wrestling team opened the regular season with a split on Wednesday night, Dec. 21 — the Eagles defeated Mt. Hope and lost to Bishop Hendricken. In the 54-21 win … more
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Prevention Coalition helps spread ‘kindness’ throughout the East Bay
EAST BAY — The East Bay Prevention Coalition recently celebrated World Kindness Week with activities in each community that brought smiles and more to many residents and businesses. In East … more
BankRI’s Highland Avenue branch in East Providence collected over 100 gifts during the 2022 “Holiday Giving Tree” program led by employees (left to right) Chrissy Boi, Highland Avenue Branch Manager; David Holliday Isom, Banker; Ally Gorman, Senior Teller; Susan Herd, Assistant Branch Manager; and Helen Couto, Senior Teller.
Bank RI’s Holiday Giving Tree provides 1,000s of gifts to area children
PROVIDENCE — Rhode Islanders in every corner of the state embraced this year’s Bank Rhode Island (BankRI) Holiday Giving Tree program, leading to an incredible 5,556 gifts donated to … more
Korynne Holden (left) and Meghan Molloy vie for an offensive rebound in the first half.
Westport hoops teams win
The Westport jazz band and a good amount of fans were on hand to see the girls basketball team obliterate Greater New Bedford RVT 57-19 in a home game on Wednesday night. Senior co-captain Leah … more
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New patrol officers Joel Saccoccio, Adam Duarte, Kelsey Maynard and Ryan Boraski (from left to right) are congratulated by Barrington Town Council President Carl Kustell and Chief Michael Correia after being sworn in during a ceremony at the Barrington Library on Wednesday, Dec. 21.
Barrington Police celebrate new officers and promotions
Barrington Police Chief Michael Correia was proud to hold a special promotion/swearing-in ceremony at the public library auditorium last week. On Wednesday, Dec. 21, a large crowd turned out for … more
Heavy seas, Sakonnet Light
Last week's storm wreaked havoc up and down the coast, with exposed Little Compton and Westport coasts taking the worst of the beating. But Winter Storm Elliot also provided much beauty. Photographer … more
Westport Highway Department supervisor Chris Gonsalves puts up a road block at Westport point as water continued to rise during the morning.
Photos: Winter Storm Elliot wallops Westport
Winter Storm Elliot did a number on Westport Friday, washing out East Beach Road and inundating Westport Point with a tide three or four feet above the normal high. At the point, Harbormaster … more
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Work crews blocked off the entrance to Mathewson Road on Friday morning, Dec. 23.
Hard-hitting storm floods Barrington's coastline
A hard-hitting winter storm packing powerful winds and heavy rain blasted Barrington and the rest of the region on Friday, Dec. 23. The storm combined with a high tide to flood many coastal … more
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