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A large pine tree broke during Monday morning’s storm and fell across wires at the intersection of Middle Highway and Route 103.
In Barrington, storm downs tree that snaps pole that snarls traffic
Barrington nearly escaped a powerful weekend storm unscathed. Nearly.   Just before 7 a.m. on Monday morning, a large pine tree located near the intersection of Middle Highway and Route 103 … more
The Post - Thursday, December 7, 2023
This 200-year-old Little Compton home was recently sold to private owners by the United Congregational Church. It was sold with an historical preservation easement, so the house and its historical exterior will remain intact.
Historic beauty is in good hands
Located in the heart of the Little Compton Commons, 2 Commons Road has been a mainstay in town since it was built in the 1820s as part of the Methodist Church and moved to its present location in the … more
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Val Belliveau, on her horse Peppy, rides through the streets of Common Fence Point on Saturday during the annual Caroling by Horseback event. The rider behind her at left is Elizabeth Lantz.
Horseback carolers spread cheer in Portsmouth (photos)
PORTSMOUTH — The familiar sound of galloping hoofs were heard throughout Common Fence Point on Saturday, as the Caroling by Horseback event brought holiday cheer to all. The mini-parade, … more
Female passenger dies in Vets Parkway accident in East Providence
EAST PROVIDENCE — One person died while another was seriously injured as a result of a car accident on Veterans Memorial Parkway Sunday, Dec. 10. East Providence Police responded to … more
Read below to find a recipe for Garam Masala Spiced Lamb Chops & Husk Cherry Sauce, with healthy sides.
Serve it up: Healthy dishes for the holidays
Healthy eating doesn’t have to go by the wayside during the holiday season; keep the rolls and butter-filled mashed potatoes, but add a few dishes packed with both flavor and nutrition. … more
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When putting together a table centerpiece, there’s no need to stick to traditional holiday floral colors and plaid ribbons.
Go green with festive florals
Make the holidays merry and bright this season by bringing the outside in, decorating with evergreens from your yard or surrounding woods, putting in your own personal touch. more
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The River House is designed in five of what the architect calls “pavilions,” with three shown here. To the right is the master suite pavilion, with bedroom, bathroom and office nook. At center is the main living pavilion, home to the kitchen and main living space. At left, which is really the center of the house, is the library, which is just off the front foyer. Two more bedroom / bathroom pavilions are to the left, not shown.
Architectural marvel is a beacon of light
Jonathan Levi lives within his life’s work. His home, nestled along the east branch of the Westport River, is unlike any other. Besides being home to Levi and his wife, it is a physical … more
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Warley Street in the Melville Navy housing complex will be renamed Der-Vartanian Street later this month.
Portsmouth street with Confederate officer’s moniker to be renamed
PORTSMOUTH — Portsmouth has no Confederate monuments or memorials to tear down, but it does have a street sign bearing a Confederate officer that will soon be replaced. more
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Charlie Lacki of the R.I. Department of Environmental Management’s Division of Fish and Wildlife throws a bunch of rainbow trout into Melville’s upper pond in 2017. The pond is being re-stocked with trout next week.
After advisory lifted, Melville ponds to be stocked with fish
PORTSMOUTH — Now that a longstanding state advisory recommending the restriction of recreational activities at Melville’s upper and lower ponds has been lifted, the freshwater … more
Members of the Barrington School Committee chose the Sowams School site for the construction of a preK to Grade 5 school.
Barrington School Committee selects Sowams School site for construction
Hampden Meadows or Sowams — which will it be? On Thursday night, Dec. 7, members of the Barrington School Committee chose the Sowams School site for the construction of a preK to Grade 5 … more
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Local drum and bugle corps fan and participant Steve Skuba realized a lifelong dream recently when he marched in the America's Hometown Thanksgiving Parade in Plymouth, Mass. with the renowned Hawthorne Caballeros Alumni Drum and Bugle Corps.
Warren resident realizes lifelong drum and bugle corps dream
The 74-year-old Warren native who has lived in Bristol most of his life, realized a lifelong goal when he suited up recently to march with the world-renowned Hawthorne Caballeros Alumni Drum & Bugle Corps in the America’s Hometown Thanksgiving Parade in Plymouth, Mass. more
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Dozens of people turned out for the first-ever New Year's Day Dip in the Bay at Barrington Beach.
Are you brave enough for the New Year’s Day Dip in the Bay
Are you brave enough to take the plunge? The Barrington Business and Community Association will host the annual New Year’s Day Dip in the Bay on Jan. 1, 2024 at noon at Barrington Beach. … more
Barrington High School students Sabine Cladis (left) and Emma Pautz stand in front of the new compost drop-off site. It is located near the Barrington Senior Center parking lot.
New compost drop-off site opening soon in Barrington
A new compost drop-off site in Barrington will be open to the public starting Monday, Dec. 11. The site is the creation of Barrington High School students Sabine Cladis and Emma Pautz — … more
Built into a hillside overlooking the Seapowet marshes in South Tiverton, this new home is on the market for $4,995,000. Surrounding it are a few scattered houses and pastoral fields, as well as a path through the trees leading down to the water.
Tiverton home is designed to be perfect
Just off the main road leading to Tiverton Four Corners, down a short cut-de-sac lane, sits a house unlike any other. At first pass, it seems to hide from view. Built into a steep hillside, it cannot … more
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The intersection of East Main Road and Turnpike Avenue (looking south) where the roundabout is being proposed. The main entrance to Clements' Marketplace is at left.
East Main improvements on Portsmouth Town Council agenda for Monday at PHS
PORTSMOUTH —   A member of the Town Council is seeking to cancel the body’s Nov. 30 vote regarding the R.I. Department of Transportation’s (RIDOT) plan to build a roundabout at … more
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Jeff Klein
Palestine and Israel – Is There a Path to a Just Peace?
Speaker Jeff Klein will address the current crisis in the Middle East on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 2 p.m. at Rogers Free Library’s Herreshoff Room, 525 Hope St., Bristol. Jeff Klein is a peace … more
Zoning enforcement officer Ralph Souza said Wednesday evening that he did not determine that a plan for 435 Old Harbor Road is allowed by right. He was speaking in general terms, he said.
Westport zoners dismiss Old Harbor appeal
It’s rare when the dismissal of an aggrieved party’s appeal to a public board could be seen as a victory for the person who filed it. Still, that is how Wednesday evening’s zoning … more
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Senior Center Director Donna Wilson, in final preparations for the last Foster a Senior event before pandemic restrictions forced her to take a “ding dong ditch” approach to delivering gifts. As of last season, normal deliveries were resumed.
'Foster a Senior' program hopes for biggest year yet in Bristol
Launched eight years ago, the Foster a Senior program is back. This year, the program hopes to be able to serve 300 seniors, the same number as in recent years. more
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Another RFP opens in East Providence to create a small business incubator
EAST PROVIDENCE — The City of East Providence has initiated a request for proposal (RFP) for a qualified consultant or consultant team to conduct a feasibility study on the conversion of a … more
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Portsmouth Police Department’s booking photo of Samantha Carfora.
Portsmouth Police charge woman with trafficking fentanyl
PORTSMOUTH — A 29-year-old woman was arrested Wednesday, Dec. 6, on charges of trafficking fentanyl in the local area. After an ongoing investigation, at about 11 a.m. on Wednesday … more
‘Tyrone the Tenor Mouse’ is the first children’s book published by local author Elizabeth Splaine, about a mouse who aspires for the spotlight as an opera singer.
Bristol author releases first children's book about opera-singing mouse
It’s the first children’s book for the author who has previously published five novels, and by her own admission generally traffics in mystery and mayhem. more
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KMS Science Olympiad team has great showing at Brown invitational
The Kickemuit Middle School Science Olympiad team finished with 14 medals on the day, and placed fourth overall among all Rhode Island schools. more
The town is applying for two recreation grants offered through the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management. The top-ranked grant is for a skatepark that would be located behind Barrington Town Hall (shown).
Barrington Town Council supports skatepark grant as top priority
The Barrington Town Council followed the recommendation of the Park and Recreation Commission and ranked a grant application for a new skatepark behind Town Hall higher than an application for … more
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Dylan Slavick is among a talented trio of high jumpers on the EPHS boys' indoor track and field team this winter.
Sizable EPHS contingent begins boys indoor track and field slate
EAST PROVIDENCE — First to the starting per the annual winter sports schedule, the East Providence High School boys indoor track and field squad opened up its 2023-24 Metropolitan Division dual … more
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