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Bristol Police Lt. Steven St. Pierre has been recognized with the Rhode Island Police Chiefs’ Association's 2021 Exemplary Service Award.
Bristol officer awarded for exemplary service
Lt. Steven St. Pierre was presented with the Rhode Island Police Chiefs’ Association’s Exemplary Service Award at the association’s trade show on Tuesday, Nov. 15. more
A plan diagram shows how two parcels amounting to around 4.5-acres at 581 Child St. would be divvied up to create 40 units of housing, which would be listed at 60 percent of the area median income (AMI). The town’s approval process will begin in the spring.
40-unit housing development proposed for Child Street
East Bay Community Development Corporation received a grant of $800,000 from RI Housing’s Site Acquisition Program to purchase the 4.5-acre parcel at 581 Child St. more
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Steven Clark Jr. emerges from the pile wth the ball for EPHS in last year's Thanksgiving Day against LaSalle. Clark scored the only touchdown for the Townies in their 34-6 loss to rival Rams.
EPHS-LaSalle Last Five: Rams regain holiday football hold of Townies
EAST PROVIDENCE — The revered Thanksgiving Day football contest between East Providence High School and LaSalle Academy returned the schedule in 2021, a year after the COVID-19 pandemic did … more
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Bristol PD make arrests after fight with pepper-spray and airsoft gun
Three men are expected to be arrested for their role in an altercation that involved pepper spray and a non-lethal CO2 gun. more
With construction of a newer home closer to the water, located directly behind this home, the owners are moving forward with plans to demolish it.
Owners seek to tear down historic Bristol property
An application for a demolition permit is currently in process for a beloved, 1845 Gothic Revival home. more
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Gina Croce and Suzanne Munroe pose next to their art at the display, located at 22 Child St.
Art display pops up on Child Street
All the art in the windows is up for purchase until Dec. 23, and 100% of proceeds will go directly to the artist. more
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Letter: To many, ‘MAGA’ symbolizes anything but greatness
To the editor: When Peter Hewett invokes “MAGA” and claims “it is difficult to comprehend how anyone could possibly find fault with this acronym”, he displays the myopic … more
Letter: The East Bay needs its own hospital
To the editor: Thomas Paine, the often quoted colonial newsman, once wrote, “If you are afraid to offend, you can't be honest.” Hospitals across the river and the Washington … more
Letter: Thank you for supporting League candidate forums
To the editor: The League of Women Voters of Rhode Island would like to thank the candidates who participated and citizens who sent in questions for our forums in Bristol, Warren, Barrington and … more
Letter: 'Othering' has no place in our community
To the editor: It’s interesting to watch the range of reactions to the apparently hate-motivated shooting of five at the “Club Q” in Colorado Springs on the eve of the … more
Letter: Please do not demolish this house
To the editor: Dear Mr. and Mrs. Killion, I am writing to ask you to please reconsider your decision to demolish the Gothic Revival Cottage at 135 Ferry Road. I understand the … more
A 'reference photo' of a similar crematorium, included in Sakonnet Partners LLC's conceptual plan for the Tiverton project.
Crematorium planned for north Tiverton
The Tiverton Planning Board is expected to conduct a preliminary plan review next week of a proposal for construction of a 2,960 square foot crematorium and chapel at 730 Main Road. As it makes … more
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Bristol police officers demo body cameras earlier this year during a pilot program.
Police and schools shed more light on camera policies
Some school committee members were not aware of the agreement allowing Bristol school resources officers to use the cameras in schools until very recently. more
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The Mt. Hope Bridge will be subject to a feasibility study for the possible construction of anti-suicide barriers.
Study for Mt. Hope Bridge suicide barrier approved
Suicide prevention advocates say that progress is not happening fast enough on a measure to prevent suicides from Rhode Island's prominent bridges. more
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Letter: Body cameras should be utilized, even in schools
To the editor: In response to a letter authored by representatives from nearly 10 organizations in the Nov. 10 Phoenix, “Body-worn cameras don’t belong in schools,” I say … more
Letter: We cannot be ruled by our egos
To the editor: We cannot keep talking only to ourselves. It serves a limited purpose of solidarity but only reaffirms the ongoing divide amongst us. Whether a member of the left or right … more
Letter: SAT scores are even more impressive in context
To the editor: A recent article in the Times-Gazette indicated that the SAT English Language Arts (ELA) scores of Mt. Hope High students ranked 7th in the state. This achievement is even more … more
Zach Medeiros, of Nadeau Tree Service in Westport, helps bring down the massive spruce Monday morning.
A Christmas (tree) story in Westport
Not too many Christmas trees reach the height of a five-story building, but after nurturing theirs for 25 holiday seasons, a Drift Road couple has donated their giant spruce to the City of New … more
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Fire spinners from last year’s Holiday Festival dazzle a crowd. Festival-goers can expect more of their impressive displays on Friday during two shows occurring at 5:15 and 6:15 at 39 Baker St.
Warren Holiday Festival kicks off Friday
Lights, captivating performances, and fun for all ages is right on the horizon. more
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Letter: There’s a cost of doing nothing on trash operation
To the editor: Something us Americans do not enjoy is unnecessarily overpaying for goods and services. The policies advocated by those with a fixation on simply low taxes fail to take into … more
Letter: Thanks from Senator-elect Ujifusa
To the editor: I’d like to thank everyone who worked on my campaign and those who voted for me in the last election. It is an honor to represent State Senate District 11. During my … more
Barrington’s rushing attack this season has relied heavily on Payton Murphy (32), shown picking up a first down earlier this season.
Huskies’ warning to Eagles: ‘We feel good about our chances’
Can the Barrington High School football team make it six in a row? As Thanksgiving Day approaches, football fans across the East Bay may be wondering if the Eagles will continue their recent … more
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