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Westport Shorelines - Thursday, December 28, 2023
Warren Times-Gazette - Wednesday, December 27, 2023
Sakonnet Times - Thursday, December 28, 2023
Barrington Times - Wednesday, December 27, 2023
The Lego skyscraper that Hathaway School third-graders built last Thursday as part of a STEAM unit was taller than instructional systems coach Sarah Vitale (right) — including her elf hair. At left is Christine “Tacos” Blandino, who competed in the “Lego Masters” TV show and now teaches engineering through Lego-building.
Learning through Legos, in Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH — They wore no hardhats or tool belts, but a group of third-graders at Hathaway School constructed a brick skyscraper last week before the winter break. more
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Susan Bodington, of the Little Compton Housing Trust, addresses the crowd at the United Congregational Church of Little Compton at a meeting called this past February to discuss the state of affordable housing in Little Compton.
Commentary: Little Compton at tipping point: Loving it to death?
Little Compton will finally be my home. It has taken over 50 years for me to achieve that. (That is probably not unusual for a “year-rounder”). But the town I moved to is changing fast; … more
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Westport police logs: DUI arrest for Fall River woman
Monday, Dec. 18 Police received multiple reports of wires down, objects in the road, flooding and other impacts from the storm. A 911 caller reported a disturbance on State Road at 9:12 … more
The Coastal Resources Management Council recently ruled that the 1982 assent allowing public access along the sea wall near the Elm Lane right-of-way is valid and legal. The owners of a nearby property argued that the assent was never recorded into land evidence files and was unenforceable.
CRMC: Public access allowed on Barrington seawall
CRMC recently voted to maintain public access along the seawall near the end of Elm Lane in Barrington. During a hearing on Dec. 12, the Coastal Resources Management Council voted 5-2 to affirm … more
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East Providence Police investigate Hull Street shooting
Members of the East Providence Police Department are actively investigating a shooting that occurred at the Hull Street playground. Officers responded to the playground just after 1 p.m. … more
Elizabeth Tanner, Bristol resident and Secretary of the Rhode Island Department of Commerce, stopped by the Event Room at Cutler Mill last Thursday to promote the emergency business loans being made available to business owners affected by the Washington Bridge closure.
Commerce Secretary plugs SBA loans available to businesses affected by bridge
Rhode Island Secretary of Commerce, Liz Tanner, was in Warren last week to plug resources available to businesses that are experiencing lost revenue due to the closure of the Washington Bridge. more
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Barrington Police charge Newport man with disorderly conduct
Barrington Police received multiple phone calls at about 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 19 for a man who was walking near traffic on the Wampanoag Trail near Primrose Hill Road. Officers responded … more
Susan Bodington, of the Little Compton Housing Trust, addresses the crowd at the United Congregational Church of Little Compton at a meeting called this past February to discuss the state of affordable housing in Little Compton. Some town residents are concerned that regulating accessory dwelling units out of Little Compton will limit their housing options. Town council members are expected to review their recent decision to excise ADU language from town ordinances.
Little Compton council reconsiders ADU prohibition
Little Compton town council members are reconsidering a recent vote that would have wide-ranging impacts on residents who are considering building an in-law apartment — also known as an … more
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Westport’s new surfboat is being built by students and instructors at IYRS in Newport. From left are instructor Warren Barker and students Sam Robinson, Justin Arsenault, Matthieu Armangau, Cameron Baker and Roselyn Young.
Westport gets a new (old) surfboat
A recent stormy Monday morning, Thames Street Newport. The wind is howling and the rain nearly sideways, and even with its protection the harbor behind the International Yacht Restoration School … more
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Recalls, withdrawals and safety alerts: Harleys, granola bars and more
At the end of each week, the law firm d’Oliveira & Associates compiles a summary of recalls, FDA warnings, market withdrawals and safety alerts that the public should be aware of for their … more
Letter: How will planned roundabout be safe for pedestrians?
To the editor: During the Town Council meeting at the high school on Dec. 11, although their attendance was requested, no representative of RIDOT was present to answer questions about the … more
Barrington Police investigate ice-throwing incident and more
Barrington Police investigated a number of incidents last week: • On Saturday, Dec. 16, a Quincy Adams Road resident called police about 11 p.m. to report that someone was trying to … more
Medical episode likely leads to fatal car accident in East Providence
EAST PROVIDENCE — An elderly man died during a car accident on Saturday, Dec. 23, in Riverside. The driver, a 78-year-old male and resident of East Providence, appeared to have suffered a … more
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Santa waves to drivers from the walking bridge at the Sakonnet River Bridge.
Sakonnet Santa arrives early
He’s got it all –— twinkly eyes, a perfect white beard, and an elegant old-world-style St. Nicholas outfit. Combine that with his big heart and some genuine love for his fellow … more
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Tiverton man gets five years for fatal DUI
A Tiverton man will serve five years in prison for killing a Lakeville man while driving under the influence of fentanyl and cocaine two and a half years ago. Alexander Farias, 30, of Tiverton, … more
Westport Food pantry hands out 215 holiday bags
Hundreds of families in Westport and beyond will have a proper holiday dinner this year thanks to the Westport Food Pantry , which on Tuesday handed out 215 holiday bags from its headquarters at the … more
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Members of the Barrington High School Class of 2023 throw their caps into the air following a Sunday graduation ceremony.
After more consideration, BHS graduation moving to a Saturday
After initially deciding to keep the Barrington High School graduation ceremony on a Sunday, Principal Chris Ashley has reconsidered and will shift the event to a Saturday.   To be … more
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Letter: Induction of Flynn to R.I. Heritage Hall of Fame a travesty
To the editor: The Rhode Island Heritage Hall of Fame has inducted Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn, the disgraced general officer and momentary national security advisor to the Trump administration. … more
EP's Sadie Gagnon
Townies cruise to season-opening swim wins over Mount
EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School swim teams opened up their 2023-24 Division IV meet slates Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 20, with easy wins over Mount St. Charles in city at the … more
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A look at a compost restroom installed by RIDEM at a park in Warwick similar to the one suggested to be built as part of the Kent Heights Playground renovation project.
EP Council reallocates more ARPA funds, this time to Kent Field renovation
EAST PROVIDENCE — The Kent Heights Playground/Park renovation project, stalled for a moment due to the need of more funding, received an influx of cash from the City Council after the body at … more
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Group launches 'Pay for Success' project to reduce persistent homelessness
PROVIDENCE — An initial aimed at remedying increasing homelessness around the state was recently announced by key players involved in the effort. The Rhode Island Pay for Success program … more
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