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Portsmouth’s Chris Vachon (No. 11) competes in the 1,500-meter run during the Rhode Island Track and Field Coaches Association (RITCA) Invite held Saturday, Dec. 17.
Portsmouth High boys wins first indoor track meet
PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth High School boys’ varsity indoor track team won its first regular season meet at the Providence Career & Technical Academy on Thursday, Dec. 15. … more
At the check-presentation (from left): Col. Paul Murphy USAF (Ret.) of the Battle of Rhode Island Association, Brian Owens, Tyler Field, Earl McMillen and Walter Reed, president of the Rhode Society.
Battle of RI Association receives more grants
The Battle of Rhode Island Association (BORIA) is the recipient of two grants from two chapters of the Society of the Cincinnati. The Society is the nation’s oldest patriotic organization, … more
Barrington residents surrender high-capacity clips to police
Barrington Police Chief Michael Correia said about a half-dozen residents stopped into the station late last week to turn over firearm magazines that carried more than 10 rounds of ammunition, … more
The House Speaker heads into 2023 in good standing
STORY OF THE WEEK: House Speaker Joe Shekarchi remains in an enviable political position heading into his second term in what is sometimes called the most powerful post in Rhode Island state … more
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Rabbi Howard Voss-Altman leads the group during Sunday night’s “Shine a Light on Antisemitism” vigil at Temple Habonim.
Crowd in Barrington shines a light on anti-Semitism
Temple Habonim in Barrington held a special candlelight service/vigil on its front lawn on Sunday night, Dec. 18.  Titled “Shine a Light on Antisemitism,” the vigil offered the … more
The three-story building proposed by the applicant does not, in this rendering, necessarily represent how the building will look in its final form. The developer’s team has expressed a willingness to change aesthetics of the exterior to be more in line with surrounding properties.
Financial questions prompt another continuance for 119 Water Street
The Warren Planning Board opted to hold the matter to their next regularly-scheduled meeting on Jan. 23, 2023. more
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New EPHS finally, formally receives certificate of occupancy
EAST PROVIDENCE — In one of his two monthly reports to the School Committee made recently to the full body, District Facilities Department Director Chris Murphy announced the new East … more
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EPHS wrestlers Jacob Poore, Robbie Amaral, Martim Moniz, Jacob Francis and Charlie Phillips (from left to right) placed at the Lancer Invitational in Waterford, Conn., last weekend. Moniz (center) defended his tourney title at 120 pounds.
Moniz, Phillip shine for EPHS wrestling, track teams
Two East Providence High School winter sports teams offered up terrific results competing in early season events last weekend. Two EPHS wrestlers won their respective weight classes while leading … more
East Providence sinks Mariners in Division I boys' basketball
NARRAGANSETT — The East Providence High School boys’ basketball earned its second win in three Division I regular season games to date after the Townies defeated Narragansett by a convincing … more
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Newport Library hosts forest crown creation program for tweens
On this Wednesday, Dec. 21, Newport Public Library invites tweens between the ages of 10 and 14 years old to create forest-themed crowns! more
Barista Alex Ash serves a customer a cup of coffee Monday morning at the Daily Grind.
Gray's Grist Mill sale delayed
There is still no word on the eventual fate of the Gray's Grist Mill property in Adamsville, which was expected to be sold last Friday to an unnamed Fairhaven resident. Eleanor Wickes, a realtor … more
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Letter: Thank you for your vote on Election Day
To the editor: I want to thank the citizens of Portsmouth that took the time to vote on Election Day.  I am especially grateful and appreciative to those who voted for me and have given me … more
Joseph F. Stankiewicz, 73, Little Compton
Joseph F. Stankiewicz, 73, of Little Compton, unexpectedly passed away at home on Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022. He was the husband of Susan (Fish) Stankiewicz. Mr. Stankiewicz was born in Fall River, … more
State: All six Barrington schools earn 5-star ranking
Barrington schools have another reason to celebrate this holiday season. Late last week, the Rhode Island Department of Education released a report that gave all six Barrington Public Schools the … more
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Portsmouth picks 5 projects for Discover Newport grants
In an effort to enhance visitors’ experience in Portsmouth, the town has selected five local recipients of a one-time $7,500 community support grant from the Newport & Bristol County … more
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Festively dressed Max Magilton, 9, takes a photo with Kris Kringle himself on the lawn of the Burnside Building during Bristol’s Christmas Festival on Saturday.
Christmas Festival brings seasonal magic to Bristol
The Bristol Christmas Festival brought seasonal magic to the downtown on Dec. 10 and Dec. 11 for a weekend of caroling, crafting, live entertainment and lots of tasty food to be bought and enjoyed … more
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On Sunday, Dec. 18 at 6 p.m., Temple Habonim will hold a candlelight service/vigil on its front lawn to "Shine a Light on Antisemitism."
‘Shine a Light on Antisemitism’ this Sunday in Barrington
Temple Habonim in Barrington will hold a special candlelight service/vigil on its front lawn on Sunday, Dec. 18 at 6 p.m., to "Shine a Light on Antisemitism.”   “Our goal is to … more
Coach Mike Raffa and his BHS boys basketball team defeated Mount Pleasant 70-46 on Thursday night, Dec. 15.
Strong second half powers Eagles to 24-point victory
The Barrington High School boys basketball team rebounded from a four-point halftime deficit to defeat Mount Pleasant 70-46 on Thursday night, Dec. 15.   The Eagles stormed out to a 19-10 … more
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Elaine Felag spends much of her life inside the cozy, vibrant and totally unique confines of the women’s clothing store she has sustained for more than four decades. With deep passion for what she does, she plans to keep Feminine Fancies going until at least 50.
Four decades of fun and fashion
Elaine Felag has no interest in retiring anytime soon. She is the living embodiment of the expression, “if you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life.” Felag … more
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Restrictions for blue-green algae in Lower Pond (pictured) and Thurston Gray Pond at the Melville Recreation Area have been lifted by the state.
State lifts restrictions for blue-green algae at Melville
PORTSMOUTH — The Rhode Island Department of Health (DOH) and Department of Environmental Management (DEM) have recommended lifting the advisory restricting recreational activities at … more
Editorial: Caught in the quagmire around the schools
All of Barrington’s six schools have traffic challenges during the morning rush hour and afternoon dismissal. Best are the three elementary schools, which of course have the smallest student … more
Trey Rezendes shared team high scoring honors with Max Collins in the Townies' first Division I league win of the season over visiting East Greenwich Thursday night, Dec. 15.
Townies split a pair to open Division I boys' hoops slate
EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School boys’ basketball team began its 2022-23 Division I regular season slate last week with a split of two games, including an agonizingly … more
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In this map prepared by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Management (MASSDEP), Westport is depicted almost entirely in light green — the state's designation for watersheds that may be designated as Natural Resource Areas following the promulgation of proposed Title V amendments. Towns shown in gray either have not yet been evaluated for nitrogen impacts, or have been evaluated and determined not to be impacted by nitrogen.Half of New Bedford, a small part of Fairhaven and most of Achushnet, shown in teal, have already been designated Natural Resource Areas.
Town — and maybe homeowners — face expensive Title V changes
Thousands of Westport homeowners could be on the hook for expensive septic upgrades under a series of Title V (septic) amendments being rolled out early next year, though Westport officials are … more
Investigation reveals contamination at Yarn Mill site
Abutters to the Robin Rug/Bristol Yarn Mill site received notices from the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) at the end of November, outlining the agency’s findings … more
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Barrington Lions Club members (from left to right) Doreen Burgers, Cat Horn and Michaela Keohane inspect the burned tree at Barrington Beach.
Scrooge scorches Christmas tree at Barrington Beach
Late Wednesday night, when most Barrington residents lay asleep in their beds, a grinch slunk to the town beach and lit the Barrington Beach Christmas tree on fire.  The Barrington Lions Club … more
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