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A reader submitted a photo of three versions of a flier found throughout downtown Bristol on July 5 and 6. We have blocked out the contact information provided on the fliers.

Bristol Police investigating white nationalist fliers

The Bristol Police Department is investigating the origin of fliers found along the Bristol 4th of July parade route that advertise a self-proclaimed “pro-white” New England nationalist social club. more

By Ethan Hartley | 7/14/22

Barrington Business and Community Association Chairman Bryan Hoffman (left) listens as board member Sarah Huard talks about the upcoming street fair planned for Wood Avenue this Sunday. The event is expected to feature more than 40 vendors, three food trucks and will include live musical performances.

Barrington prepares for its first-ever street fair this Sunday

Live music, food trucks, and dozens of vendors: Welcome to the first-ever Barrington Street Fair. The event will be held this Sunday, July 17, from 3 to 6 p.m., and promises something for just … more

By Josh Bickford | 7/14/22

This section of Schoolhouse road will be closed off for four months as culverts are installed to replace old drainage pipes.

Four-month detour for Schoolhouse Road travelers begins

The temporary closure will allow the Department to replace old drainage pipes under the road with culverts. more

7/13/22

Phase I of the plan calls for a new multi-purpose field, a new baseball diamond, and an expanding parking lot.

Manager about Haines Park plan: ‘minimal impact design’

The town manager wants residents to know that the renovation of athletic fields at Haines Park is just one piece of the work that officials would like to see completed there. Phil Hervey … more

By Josh Bickford | 7/13/22

A photo depicts Bristol’s Firemen’s Muster from Sept 3, 1906. This year, however, will not feature the water battle.

Bristol's popular Firemen's Muster returns this Sunday

For the first time since 2019, Bristol’s bravest will hold their spirited competition. more

By Christy Nadalin | 7/13/22

Westport, Horseneck beaches closed to swimming after shark sighting

Westport has closed town beaches to swimming, following a near-shore shark spotting at Horseneck Beach Wednesday morning. Horseneck was the first to close following the sighting Wednesday morning. … more

7/13/22

Michelle King spent 11 years in Lincoln public schools before joining Mt. Hope during the 2016/17 year as assistant principal.

Michelle King appointed Mt. Hope interim principal

Michelle King, assistant principal of Mt. Hope High School since the 2016/17 school year, was named the school’s interim principal on Monday. more

By Ethan Hartley | 7/13/22

Volunteers man the chicken dinner grills during last year's fair. This year, the chicken barbecue will be held Saturday evening.

All's fair in Westport — fair opens Wednesday

For the first time in three years, the Westport Fair is back, full strength and restriction-free, this week. The fair kicked off Wednesday evening at the fairgrounds on Pine Hill Road, and … more

By Ted Hayes | 7/13/22

Tiverton wants traffic study before Seasons Market plan vote

Nearly two dozen speakers pleaded with the Tiverton Planning Board Tuesday evening to reject a proposal by a Cranston-based company that wants to build a Seasons Corner Market, a 24-hour convenience store, gas … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 7/13/22

Members of the Barrington Juniors Division All-Star baseball team pose for a photo following their 14-4 win over East Providence in the District 2 Championship game.

Barrington Juniors top East Providence, win District 2 title

The Barrington Juniors Division All-Star baseball team outscored East Providence 14-4 and captured the District 2 championship late last week. Barrington opened the District 2 tournament … more

7/13/22

Danny Dawson, his grandmother, Paula Dawson, aunt, Brooke Dawson, and brother, Neil, enjoy a meal at Blount’s Clamshack on Friday evening.

Destination Water Street

Could Water Street in Warren hold the densest collection of great restaurants in all of Rhode Island? It’s been a legitimate question for a few years, and recent developments have only … more

By Scott Pickering | 7/13/22

Seven Steps to Solving the Barrington Fields Problem: (Steps 1-6 shown in yellow) 1. Put artificial turf at Barrington High School's Victory Field. 2. Share this field with youth sports on weeknights and weekends. 3. Negotiate for field usage with St. Andrew’s School. 4. Sign long-term agreement with St. Andrew’s and invest in new field and parking. 5. St. Andrew’s Farm Field – already in great condition. 6. At Barrington Middle School, move baseball field (not shown on map) to Haines and dedicate two fields for youth sports. 7. (shown in red) Throughout the new corridor of sports fields, add sidewalks, crosswalks, pedestrian paths, signage and safety measures.

A new vision for sports fields in Barrington

Last month I attended a Barrington Recreation Commission workshop focused on the town’s plan to spend perhaps $1.1 million of American Rescue dollars to move a baseball field and create a new … more

By Scott Pickering | 7/13/22

Barrington Police: Woman charged with possession of stolen vehicle, resisting arrest

Barrington Police received a 911 call for an erratic driver on County Road at about 7:30 p.m. on Monday, July 4. Officers responded and spoke to witnesses, who said the female motorist nearly … more

7/12/22

Tyler Boiani blasts a Parker DeWolf pitch over the centerfield fence to give Portsmouth a 2-1 lead in the first inning. Boiani later scored the winning run on a passed ball.

Portsmouth all-stars edge Bristol-Warren, 3-2, earn spot in finals

Centerfielder Tyler Boyani belted a two-run homer and scored on a passed ball to lead the Portsmouth 12U all-stars over Bristol-Warren 3-2 in the winner’s bracket quarterfinal on Saturday … more

Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. | 7/11/22

An individual later identified as Joseph Sands is shown in surveillance footage taking an American flag from a County Road resident's home late last month.

Barrington Police: Flag thief turns himself in and is charged

Barrington Police are thanking the public for helping identify the man who stole an American flag from a County Road resident’s porch. Police said they received numerous tips from the … more

7/11/22

Tiverton councilor wants referendum on marijuana licenses

A Tiverton Town Council member has submitted a resolution that would let taxpayers decide whether they want marijuana-related businesses in town, following the drug's recent legalization statewide. … more

By Ted Hayes | 7/8/22

A giant green dragon boat under sail at a previous Watuppa boat parade.

Watuppa Palooza kicks off Saturday with boat parade

The Fourth has come and gone, but Westport will get another chance to show its patriotism this weekend, when the organizers of Watuppa Palooza hold their annual boat parade on South Watuppa Pond at 2 … more

By Ted Hayes | 7/8/22

Spectators cheer on the runners during last year's race.

Little Compton race and fair is Saturday

The United Congregational Church of Little Compton will hold its annual Summer Fair and Road Race on this coming Saturday, July 9. It is the 61st Summer fair on the Commons and the 41st annual race. … more

7/8/22

The champion Mt. Hope men’s basketball team, seen here with their float that included a roving hoop (dunked on by James Rusticci)

Warren represents at 237th Bristol 4th of July Celebration

Highlights included the champion Mt. Hope men’s basketball team and local law enforcement soaking in the atmosphere and engaging with the crowd. more

7/8/22

Barrington Police: Drunk driver's car was missing a tire

Barrington Police charged Edward George Mullaney, 35, of Warwick, with DUI of liquor-blood alcohol concentration unknown-first offense on Sunday, July 3. An officer was driving in the area of … more

7/8/22

This snapshot of a Barrington shoreline shows the variety of activities that can take place on any given day between the water line and private property lines of waterfront estates — swimming, sunbathing, clamming, walking, etc. Advocates want to clearly establish in Rhode Island law that these rights extend from the high tide line to another six feet landward along all coastal shorelines.

Shoreline advocates see both victory and defeat

June 2 was a day of celebration for advocates working to clarify the public’s rights to walk, fish, swim and visit the shorelines of Rhode Island. That was the day the Rhode Island House of … more

By Scott Pickering | 7/7/22

Ava Lucas, shown hitting the ball in Barrington's win over Middletown, crushed two home runs in Wednesday's game against Portsmouth.

Barrington All-Stars defeat Portsmouth in softball showdown

The Barrington Minors Division All-Star softball team battled back from 7-5 deficit in the fourth inning to knock off Portsmouth 11-8 in a winner’s bracket showdown on Wednesday night, July 6, … more

7/7/22

“I’m not retiring, I’m repurposing,” says Ray Davis, who’s retiring from a long career in substance abuse prevention. “I’m 72 years old, I’m in pretty good health. I’m lucky for that, and I have most of my wits about me. I’ve got something in my life — my music.”

In Portsmouth: Stepping down from prevention

PORTSMOUTH — Ray Davis has been involved in substance abuse prevention issues for decades, but said he has nothing on one of his family members. more

By Jim McGaw | 7/7/22

Barrington officials call for meeting to discuss state aid shortfall

Members of the Barrington School Committee are calling for a special meeting with the town council to discuss a shortfall in expected state aid for education. Barrington school officials were … more

By Josh Bickford | 7/7/22

Bristol political scene: Council president changes affiliation, Dems endorsed

See who is running for elected office in Bristol in 2022. more

By Christy Nadalin | 7/7/22