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Contributions and expenses of candidates, political parties and registered lobbyists are required to be reported by state law. However, the public does not typically research this kind of public … more
The Jan. 7 Phoenix carried a rather lengthy article about a Bristol Town Council discussion on a severance payment to former Town Clerk Louis Cirillo. Mr. Cirillo’s severance was on … more
If written a week ago, this editorial would describe the shame and embarrassment of watching one of the sad days in American history unfold on live television. It would excoriate all those … more
The cost of trash disposal in Rhode Island is measured in “tipping fees” — the per-ton price municipalities are charged by the Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation for waste … more
Alpaca was Tiverton sanctuary’s foremost ambassador, resident character   By Bruce Burdett West Place Animal Sanctuary bid farewell to Bobbert the alpaca late in the evening of … more
She has always wanted to help people. Dr. Maria Ducharme volunteered at a senior care facility when she was a teenager, worked for decades as a nurse, and just recently was named president of … more
Last fall, the Bristol Town Council considered a petition to create a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee that would ensure Bristol is welcoming and inclusive for all who live, work, learn or … more
Mike Martin has the best of two worlds. Not only have Martin, his wife Kristen and their three daughters resided in Barrington since 2012, a town they relish, but he also has his dream job: head … more
A 21-year-old Portsmouth man died early Wednesday morning after his car was struck head on by another vehicle that was traveling the wrong way on Route 195 in Somerset early, according to … more
A call came in around 9 a.m. on Tuesday morning that this home at 9 William St. was on fire. Neighbor Oliver Browne, a Mt. Hope High School student, was on the second floor of his family’s home … more
The deadline to board up any open windows and doors at the former Zion Bible College property may be fast approaching, but that did nothing to slow down illegal trespassers last week. On … more
To the editor: On reading Michael Mangione’s letter to the editor last week about the closure of South Lake Drive, I feel compelled to respond.  South Lake Drive is a beautiful … more
To the editor: The Barrington Republican Town Committee condemns the violence that erupted in our nation’s capital Wednesday. As stated in yesterday’s Wall Street Journal editorial: … more
The clock is ticking for owners of the former Zion Bible College property. Last month, members of the Barrington Building Board of Review placed a 30-day deadline for the property owners to … more
Barrington school officials are expecting the student population will increase by more than 200 over the next 10 years. During a school committee meeting on Thursday night, Barrington Schools … more
To the editor: Barrington’s Town Manager, Jim Cunha, should be held accountable.  Last week, this newspaper reported that our former tax assessor, Michael Minardi, while on his … more
Bristol Warren school officials are working with the state Department of Health to organize a one-day mass event in which every person in the towns' school community — students, teachers and … more
The Barrington Town Council voted Monday night to take no further action on harassment complaints filed against a current member of the council and one former member. During its meeting on Monday … more
As the FDA approves and Operation Warp Speed distributes vaccines to each state, we need to be informed of the facts and advocate for our health and our rights. I, as a fellow senior, am asking every … more
Mike Proto’s recent letter congratulating the “Conservatives’ ” win in the recent election used the term “liberals” to describe the alternative to … more
Bristol police officers made three arrests connected to domestic incidents from Dec. 28 to Jan. 3, as shown in excerpts from the log of Bristol Police activities (see below). Monday, Dec. 28 … more
Beginning Saturday, Jan. 9, Bristol  will have its own testing site at the Town Beach, offering rapid COVID-19 tests for any resident who wants one. According to Town Administrator Steven … more
Longtime Barrington resident and television news reporter Bill Rappleye died on Thursday, Jan. 7, following a battle with cancer. He was 66 years old. Mr. Rappleye worked as a political reporter … more
This is the time when new year resolutions abound. I certainly have a few of my own as well as some suggestions for political leaders. Here they are:For me: Perennially, I resolve to follow my … more
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