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The late Carlton 'Cukie' Macomber, left, with his friend Robert Harding of the Dartmouth Historical and Arts Society.
Westport remembers 'Cukie' Macomber Sunday
Carlton 'Cukie' Macomber could tell a good yarn. On Sunday, it's the South Coast's turn to tell a few about the late Westport Point resident, who passed away earlier this year. The Dartmouth … more
The Mt. Hope Bridge is one of four bridges that the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority will begin examining through a feasibility study to determine whether a physical suicide barrier could possibly be implemented.
Bridge barrier study expected to take 18 months
According to the projected timeline, the study will begin in October and continue for a year and a half, resulting in a final report by Feb. 28, 2024. more
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Submissions still welcome for Warren Walkabout poster contest
The winning designer will receive a $300 cash prize and the honors of having their design used in promotional materials for the Warren Walkabouts more
Warren Athletic Hall of Fame Committee chairperson Martha Delekta is delighted that there will be an induction banquet this year.
Warren Athletic Hall of Fame banquet returns Oct. 7
The Warren Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Banquet will be held on Friday, Oct. 7, at White’s of Westport, beginning at 5 p.m. more
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Matt Chappell and Linda Ujifusa will square off in next month's Democratic primary for the R.I. District 11 Senate seat.
District 11 candidates make pitches during League forum
Linda L. Ujifusa said she’s the most qualified candidate for the R.I. District 11 Senate seat because of her experience, while Matt A. Chappell said his “different perspective” is … more
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Rev. Vander S. Martins, a Brazil native, is already finding family in Bristol’s church community
St. Elizabeth’s welcomes new pastor, Rev. Vander S. Martins
On Aug. 5, the Rev. Vander S. Martins arrived as St. Elizabeth Church’s new full-time pastor. Everyone breathed a sigh of relief. more
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Following two searches, Barrington finds its next high school principal
Barrington High School will have a new principal this year. District officials recently announced the hiring of Christopher Ashley as Barrington High School’s next principal. Ashley replaces … more
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Maria Ursini (with Bristol Town Administrator Steve Contene visible behind her), attend a Chamber of Commerce meeting in 2019.
'Double dip' defamation case against Town of Bristol dismissed
After three years, Judge William E. Smith, United States District Court, District of Rhode Island, dismissed all claims in a lawsuit brought by Maria Ursini that alleged, among other things, unlawful termination, defamation and malicious prosecution. more
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Warren Youth Soccer Association coach Toby Moran (center) is flanked by Emily, Philip and Matthew Moran. Toby, a Stage 4 lymphoma cancer survivor and bone marrow transplant recipient, enjoys coaching children in the sport he loves best.
'Every day is a blessing for me'
Many parents might make some variation of the claim that the birth of their children “saved their lives,” but in Toby Moran’s case, it’s just a fact. more
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The boat building class poses with the one man wooden canoe that they built with paddles. Row one from left, assistant instructor Melissa Conlon, Jarrett Rodrigues, Matthew Kibarian, Sonia Staroscik, Elena Sun, row two (top), Michael Kiselka, Colby Konz, Nickolas Markham, Erich Veegh, Aidan Enjeti, Thea Willner, instructor Ariana Murphy.
Herreshoff introduces new generation to boat building
Led by International Yacht Restoration School (IYRS) graduate Ariana Murphy, the group of 10 students met at HMM for 20 hours each week in a course sponsored by the Rhode Island Marine Trades Association (RIMTA). more
A screen grab from a promotional video for the app shows how residents will be able to log various issues with town officials and receive updates on when those requests are carried out.
Warren purchases apps to improve communication with residents
The products, offered by GOGov, include their Citizen Notification and Citizen Request Manager (CRM) products, and come with a price tag of $11,520 annually. more
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Bill Teixeira (middle), Mark Dietrich (right) and others work the clam boil.
Bristol enjoys another “phenomenal” Harbor Festival
The event raised roughly $9,000 in profit after expenses that harbormaster Gregg Marsili hopes to allocate toward a new playground at Rockwell Park. more
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Longtime Barrington resident Barbara Barton passed away recently. She was 113 years old.
Barrington says good-bye to a longtime resident
Barrington lost one of its longest-living residents this month when Barbara Gibbs Barton passed away. Barton was 113 years old — she had been the sixth-oldest person in the United States prior … more
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Federal judge overrules Westport, allows Masquesatch cell tower
A United States District Court judge has sided with a Georgia telecommunications contractor, ruling that the firm has the right to build a 150-foot cellular telephone tower on Masquesatch Road. The … more
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After requiring smaller groups due to Covid, this summer marked a return to normal, with groups of 33 campers in the first week and 37 in the second week.
Bristol Police Youth Leadership Camp returns to pre-Covid roots
Now in its fifth year, the camp format is finally back to what it was originally intended to be — a place where kids gain confidence and leadership skills. more
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DEM: Striped bass poacher from Portsmouth hit with $9,000 penalty
PORTSMOUTH — A local man has been assessed a $9,000 penalty for possessing striped bass in the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) off Block Island in June. more
Barrington firefighters tend to an injured bicyclist last week. A vehicle struck the bicyclist at the intersection of South Lake Drive and the bike path.
Warwick man injured on bike path accident in Barrington
Barrington Police and EMTs responded to the intersection of South Lake Drive and the bike path at about 2:45 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 13 for an accident — police said a vehicle struck a … more
Arthur Medeiros pictured in 2013, receiving his long overdue Bronze Star and one of his three Purple Hearts nearly 70 years after earning them in World War II.
Bristol WWII veteran concerned someone stole his three Purple Hearts
Could someone really have taken a 102-year-old WWII veteran's Purple Heart medals? more
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Soon to be junior center back Nathan Capelo is among some of the very talented members of the East Providence High School boys' soccer team that has needed to make a decision as to whether or not to continue playing at the Interscholastic League level or to join one of the Bayside Football Club teams making the jump into Major League Soccer's youth initial "MLS Next."
Boys’ high school soccer landscape changes as ‘MLS Next’ expands
EAST PROVIDENCE — The biggest disruption to Rhode Island boys’ high school soccer in the near 60 years since its inception is happening this fall and is being driven in part by an entity … more
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This preliminary concept design was prepared for grant application purposes; the design is not yet final.
Bristol receives $150,000 grant for outdoor bandstand
The total cost of this project is estimated to be $602,719, with a completion goal of late 2023. The Town will be seeking additional funds through other grant opportunities to supplement the Town's Capital Improvement Budget. more
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Newlyweds Brandon Perdue and Lauren Cicione share a moment in the Groundswell garden. After taking over a renown location known to many as the former home of The Provender, in the heart of Tiverton Four Corners, Groundswell Café and Bakery is one of the most popular stops in the region.
For arts, foods and fun, the ‘South Coast’ is worth the trip
From walking through wooded trails to discovering a local artist, to ending the day enjoying a locally sourced meal, a trip to the South Coast has all the elements of a day full of amazing sites and … more
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Portsmouth schools being spruced up for opening day
PORTSMOUTH — When students and staff enter their respective school buildings this month, they’ll see some improvements the district has been working on over the summer. The … more
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The historic Charles D. Looff Carousel at Crescent Park, which only reopened the week prior after some three years of renovations, was bustling with patrons during the 2022 edition of the namesake East Providence Arts Council festival on Saturday, Aug. 13. The carousel, operating at limited capacity, will remain open into October.
Gallery: Historic Looff Carousel reopens in East Providence following years of repairs
EAST PROVIDENCE —  Some three years since the last ride was taken, the historic Charles D. Looff Carousel at Crescent Park reopened in recent weeks following the completion of the most … more
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New marijuana store plan faces review in Westport
A vacant storefront right next door to the town's only medical marijuana dispensary could one day be the site of Westport's second marijuana facility, if a plan that saw its first informal hearing … more
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Pam Sheerin (left) and Jillian Amaral check out hand made coasters by Christine Jannerelli at the 2022 "The Looff" East Providence Arts Fest Saturday, Aug. 13.
Arts Council presents another successful festival in East Providence
EAST PROVIDENCE — The eighth edition of the East Providence Arts Council’s “The Looff” Festival, held Saturday, Aug. 13, on and around the grounds of the Crescent Park … more
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