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Bristol’s annual Kickoff to Christmas Community Aid Drive came as advertised … a chilly late November evening, highlighted by the much-anticipate arrival of Santa with wide-eyed …
Thanksgiving tradition — Barrington bonfire burns bright following Eagle Bowl
Hundreds of people turned out for the annual bonfire and Eagle Bowl at Barrington High School. Held two days before Thanksgiving, … Read More
Game Photos: Captains reflect on Tigers’ season after Turkey game loss
The Tiverton High School football season came to an end after suffering a 40-0 loss to D-3 Rogers in a Thanksgiving Day match up at … Read More
Annual Warren Holiday Festival goes off flawlessly
The 36th edition of the Warren Holiday Festival, held on and around Main Street November 29 and 30, was nothing short of a resounding … Read More
Domestic protection order violations top Portsmouth Police report
PORTSMOUTH — Here are some recent arrests made by the Portsmouth Police Department: Monday, Nov. 25 Robert Christopher … Read More
Patriots shut out Islanders in rain-soaked Thanksgiving game
PORTSMOUTH — Without most of their fans and the Portsmouth High School Marching Band to support them, the Patriots’ varsity … Read More
Gallery: Mt. Hope High School students vs. teachers basketball game
The respective Mt. Hope High School girls' and boys' basketball teams began their preparations for the upcoming 2024-25 season with a … Read More
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Navy Choristers performing Christmas concert on Sunday

The Newport Navy Choristers are holding their 47th annual Christmas concert at First Baptist Church of Fall River at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 8. Tickets are $10 each, and will be available at the door. …

Blithewold has a special ‘Sparkle’ throughout the holidays

Christmas at Blithewold is a celebration both inside the mansion and throughout the grounds. Outside, visitors can explore Blithewold’s illuminated gardens and grounds as they collect …

Annual Memorial Tree Spree, tree lighting

The annual Memorial Tree Spree is on Sunday with dozens of theme-decorated trees and other items available to win, along with food and a visit from Santa at 6 p.m. The town’s tree lighting is …
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Obituaries
Theodore Fijak Jr. Theodore "Ted" Fijak, Jr., a retired U.S. Naval Officer and Christmas tree farmer, passed December 1, 2024 at 7:26 P.M. at The Cottages at Dartmouth Village. Born in April 1939 and raised in Chicago,
Elliott Stanley Elliott William Stanley, 84, of Warren, R.I., passed away peacefully at home after a long illness on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Fall River, Mass., he was the so
Jean Mandell Jean M. Mandell, 62, of Orchard Avenue, Barrington, died peacefully on November 19, 2024 surrounded by loving family members at the Hope Health Hulitar Hospice Center, in Providence, Rhode Island. She
Sports
Mt. Hope High School game day cheerleaders earn accolades Like their football playing peers, the Mt. Hope High School fall sports cheerleaders, under the direction of head coach Samantha Golden, also completed their 2024 season Thanksgiving week during the …
Townies hold off La Salle for first Thanksgiving Day win since 2017 The Townies scored a thrilling 27-26 victory over rival La Salle Academy in the 95th Annual Thanksgiving Day game on Thursday, earning their first victory in the storied rivalry matchup since 2017.
Eagles edge Huskies for seventh consecutive Thanksgiving football win Barrington High School defeated Mt. Hope for the seventh consecutive time in the teams' Thanksgiving football series as the visiting Eagles rallied to edge the host Huskies, 22-19, Wednesday night, …
Neighbors helping neighbors in Portsmouth PORTSMOUTH — Conley Zani said the Common Fence Point Improvement Association spends most of its time taking care of people’s mental health and fostering connections. …
Opinion
Letter: Young students shouldn’t be distracted by smartphones

To the editor: Warning! Device renders you an unwitting participant in one of the largest uncontrolled experiments ever performed. Highly addictive algorithms can result in an endless …

Letter: CDBG program a great deal for Quaker Manor, Estates

To the editor: I write today in support of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) proposal for Quaker Manor and Quaker Estates heating systems that the new Town Council will consider at …

Letter: Support heating improvements at housing complex

To the editor: I am writing to urge Town Council approval of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application for improving the heating systems at Quaker Manor and Quaker Estates. The …

Letter: You’re invited to DEI film screening and discussion

To the editor: Barrington DEI Committee invites you to the Barrington Public Library for our December film screening and discussion of the 2002 documentary film, “Two Towns of …

Letter: Why would immigrants live here?

To the editor: USA Today on Nov. 14 said the government of Rhode Island will not support the mass deportation of immigrants in the state. There are immigrants in Rhode Island? Why would …

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