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Christopher S. Gontarz, Esq. of Portsmouth
Portsmouth resident now president-elect of R.I. Bar Association
PORTSMOUTH — Christopher S. Gontarz, Esq., a resident of Portsmouth, is now president-elect of the Rhode Island Bar Association.   His term runs from July 1, 2023, through June … more
Jimmy Buffett laughs between numbers during his surprise set at Sunset Cove on Park Avenue on Sunday. The show was billed as a concert featuring his Coral Reefer Band mate, guitarist Mac McAnally, but Buffett snuck onto the stage just three songs in.
Jimmy Buffett surprises ‘Parrotheads’ in Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH — Mike MacFarlane certainly knows how to throw himself a 50th birthday party. The owner of Sunset Cove in Island Park had a few hundred people on his restaurant’s … more
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The gunnade, recovered from the bottom of the St. Lawrence River and later fulled restored, fires a blast on a previous Fourth of July.
In Barrington, this is what history sounds like
On July 4, Chad Mellen will fire off a piece of history. Mellen, a Barrington resident, will light a 660-pound naval cannon that dates back to the War of 1812.   Mellen said the cannon … more
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The Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church Feast Chief Marshal this year is longtime parishioner Denise Asciolla (center). She is flanked by Nicholas Simeone (left, the Thomas Vendituoli Award recipient) and the Rev. Henry P. Zinno Jr., pastor of Mt. Carmel Church.
Mt. Carmel's 125th July Feast begins July 9
Everything is ready for the 125th Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church 16th of July Feast, according to the Rev. Henry P. Zinno, Jr. more
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Over 700 runners from 36 states participate in Bristol Half Marathon
On Saturday the Independence Rhode Race hosted over 700 participants at their annual running event in Bristol, with 36 States being represented. more
Windsurfers cut across the water on a perfectly windy afternoon.
High-stakes racing on Mt. Hope Bay
Many of the best youth sailors in the world spent this week zipping across the waters of Mount Hope Bay, off the shore from Roger Williams University. The university and U.S. Sailing hosted the U.S. … more
Fourth at Pierce 'fires' on July 3
The annual East Providence Independence Day Celebration, conducted by the Recreation Department, takes place Monday July 3, at Pierce Memorial Stadium on Mercer Street. Gates open at 6 p.m. A … more
Latin Singer/Rapper Jamez Martin performs during his set at Folks Fest.
7th annual Warren Folks Fest set for Aug. 19
The Collaborative recently announced their 7th Annual Warren Folks Festival, which will occur on Saturday, Aug. 19 from 1-7 p.m. at 30 Cutler St. in Warren. more
Space Cadets owner Bleu Grijalva vowed to stay positive throughout the unfortunate plight he finds himself in. In March, a new property group from out of state purchased the building at 450 Main St. and hiked the rent to $5,800 a month, essentially forcing them out of business.
Space Cadets forced to vacate Warren's Main Street following rent hike
Space Cadets — a place where it seems as though the inventory was plucked from every far reach of the galaxy imaginable — has been forced to vacate the premises at 450 Main St. The deadline is Friday, and there’s not much that can be done about it. more
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A member of the Navy Supply Corps School from Newport gives out high fives to smiling parade attendees during last year’s celebration.
Parade Chairman: Remember the reason we celebrate the Fourth
We may call it the 4th of July Parade, but the woman on whose shoulders the responsibility has rested these last two years has never lost sight of the real heroes, and the real name, of the parade — that is, the Military, Civic, and Firemen’s Parade. more
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Dylan Cote offers a bunt during his first at-bat against Pawtucket, Tuesday.
Bristol Warren 12U all-stars fall to Pawtucket 4-0, move to loser's bracket
The team now moves on to host Barrington in a loser’s bracket game on July 5 at 5:45 p.m. more
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The view west up Church Street will look cleaner following the (pending) removal of these large white bike signs.
Bristol takes down bicycle signage following public criticism
The backlash was swift, with comments coming in to this newspaper, on online forums, and overheard throughout town. more
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Artist Peter Devine and wife, Nancy, owner of Gallery 57 By The Bay. The gallery celebrated a grand opening this past weekend and the first exhibit features work from Peter.
New art gallery opens on Warren's Water Street
Gallery 57 By the Bay opened at 57 Water St. this past Saturday. more
Tiverton players celebrate after beating Barrington 8-3 to win the District 2 title at Barrington High School on Wednesday night.
Tiverton 12U softball wins District 2 title
The Tiverton 12U softball all-stars beat Barrington 8-3 in a game three showdown to take the District 2 championship at Barrington High School on Wednesday night.  Tiverton ace Liliana Luis … more
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Gallery: Rumford, Newport Silva Baseball Tourney All Stars
EAST PROVIDENCE — The 2023 Ron Silva District 2 Little League Minor Division All Star Tournament began Thursday night, June 29, with games across the area. Included on the schedule was … more
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A new Starbucks in Barrington will include a drive-through lane and an outdoor patio.
New Starbucks taking shape in Barrington Shopping Center
Work is well underway on a new Starbucks in the Barrington Shopping Center. And according to officials close to the project, the new coffee shop should be opening this fall.   Joe … more
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The 10-12 year old group begins their race.
Nearly 100 compete in annual 4th of July Foot Races
View results from Bristol's annual July 4th Foot Races. more
Six trees have been entirely cut down or are in the process of being cut down in front of Rockwell School. It is part of the program in partnership with the state to remove trees infested by an invasive beetle that feasts on Ash trees.
State chops trees in front of school in battle with invasive larvae
Passersby on Hope Street likely noticed six trees that have been entirely cut down or are in the process of being cut down in front of Rockwell School. more
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Freitas and Costa honored for their work in Westport
Two familiar faces were recently honored for their service and commitment to the Town of Westport. Carol Freitas, Westport's Veterans' Service Officer (VSO), received the Massachusetts Veterans … more
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The Town of Warren and its Harbormaster’s Office christened a new, state-of-the-art harbor patrol boat on May 25 at the Town Wharf on Water Street. Built by Metal Shark in Louisiana, the boat cost approximately $200,000, and was funded by the Town’s capital account to replace a 15-year-old patrol boat.
Warren to crack down on impaired boating this Fourth of July weekend
Joining up with the national #OperationDryWater effort, Warren harbormaster and police personnel will be ramping up patrols between July 1-3 to prevent people from operating boats while intoxicated. more
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Tiverton crematorium fight enters new stage
As some local residents are gearing up for the next round of their fight with a development company that wants to build a crematorium in the north end of town, they received a piece of encouraging … more
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Dora Millikin (left) and director Marjory O'Toole work on the exhibit one recent afternoon.
Art as inspiration guides new show in Little Compton
Those particularly cynical few may say there’s nothing new under the sun. That might well be. But true or not, the Little Compton Historical Society embraces the claim this year, giving people … more
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Chuck MacDonough has been the General Chairman for the Fourth of July Committee for the past two years, and was the Parade Chairman in 2020 and 2021. He has been on the committee since 2008.
What does the future of Bristol's Fourth of July look like?
“The average age of our committee, I’d say, is probably in the high 50s,” said Chuck MacDonough, Fourth of July Committee General Chairman. “And we do need a younger generation." more
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East Providence man charged with maliciously killing pet cat
PROVIDENCE — Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced that an East Providence man has been charged in Providence County Superior Court for killing a three-year-old pet cat following his … more
Enright and crew win Ocean Race — first-ever for a U.S. team
11th Hour Racing Team has won The Ocean Race 2022-23, the world’s longest and toughest team sporting event - the first time a US team has won in the 50-year history of the Race.   … more
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