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Dr. Deb DiBiase spreads love to seniors at the 2022 Mt. Hope High School graduation.

'Dr. D' moves into new role in Bristol Warren district

In an email sent out to the Mt. Hope community Wednesday morning, Dr. Deb DiBiase announced that she would not be returning as the principal of Mt. Hope High School, and would instead be accepting a … more

By Ethan Hartley | 6/22/22

Chris Leonard, head of marine services for the Town of Westport, said the federal channel's shoaling needs to be addressed soon.

Westport River's federal channel needs dredging, mariners say

By now, Chris Leonard has gotten used to the nearly daily calls from boaters who have run aground in the federal channel out of the Westport River, or who want to let him know how bad it's getting. … more

By Ted Hayes | 6/22/22

Clock ticking on Sakonnet aquaculture legislation

With the legislative session set to adjourn at the end of the week, the clock is ticking on legislation that would restrict aquaculture along the Sakonnet River, banning new oyster and other … more

By Ted Hayes | 6/22/22

Sophia Haisman, Maude Smith-Montross, Gianna Vigliotti, and Estelle Pivorunas (from left to right) move their boat through the water at US Rowing Youth Nationals.

Barrington rowers win silver at youth nationals

Barrington’s Maude Smith-Montross and Gianna Vigliotti won silver medals at the US Rowing Youth National Championships in Sarasota, Fla. earlier this month. Smith-Montross and Vigliotti, … more

6/21/22

The Patriots’ Kaden Kluth (left) became the first-ever boys’ New England champion from Portsmouth High School when he won the 800-meter race in a time of 1:52.45 during the New England Interscholastic Outdoor Track and Field Championship held June 11 in New Britain, Conn. At right is the second-place finisher, David Vandi of Lowell, Mass.

Kluth first male New England track champ from Portsmouth

PORTSMOUTH — Kaden Kluth continued his historic running season on June 11 when he became the first-ever Portsmouth High male track athlete to be crowned New England champion. more

6/21/22

Matt Chappell is running for the District 11 state Senate seat which is being vacated by James Seveney.

Matt Chappell announces run for District 11 Senate seat

PORTSMOUTH — There apparently will be a Democratic primary in the race for the Rhode Island Senate in District 11 which is being vacated by James Seveney due to retirement. This week Matt … more

6/21/22

RISPCA assists in saving 40 beagles from research facility

EAST PROVIDENCE — The Rhode Island SPCA is scheduled to receive a transport of 40 beagles (15 puppies and 25 adults) today from the Humane Society of the United States. The beagles were … more

6/21/22

A suspect checks out a vehicle parked outside a Barrington home at about 3:15 a.m. on Monday, June 20. Police said two vehicles were stolen from resident’s driveways on Governor Bradford Drive and Chapin Road.

Vehicles stolen in Barrington early Monday morning

Two Barrington residents woke up Monday morning, June 20, and discovered that their vehicles had been stolen. Barrington Police said a Governor Bradford Drive resident and a Chapin Road … more

6/21/22

Cora, a pit bull mix, and Carly, a plott hound, run and play at the Portsmouth Dog Park, which will double in size and feature trails, lighting and additional parking under a plan approved by the Town Council. (File photo)

Plans afoot for Portsmouth Dog Park to double in size

PORTSMOUTH — Fido will soon have more room to roam at the Portsmouth Dog Park — a lot more. Thanks to a grant from the van Beuren Charitable Foundation (VBCF), the off-leash … more

By Jim McGaw | 6/20/22

Portsmouth Police booking photo of Ryan Walsh, of Norton, Mass.

Man charged with distributing fentanyl within Portsmouth

PORTSMOUTH — A 47-year-old Massachusetts man was arrested Thursday, June 16, and charged with distributing fentanyl within Portsmouth, police said. This month, members of the Portsmouth … more

6/17/22

A Barrington police cruiser is parked outside the Shaw's Supermarket during a previous incident.

Police: Early bird shopper stealing plants in Barrington

Barrington Police are investigating a suspicious condition at the Shaw’s Supermarket in the Barrington Shopping Center. On Monday, June 6, a caller told police that a short, stocky, … more

6/17/22

Police are reminding people that dogs are not allowed on Barrington Beach.

Police reminder: No dogs allowed on town beach

Barrington Police responded to Barrington Beach on Wednesday, June 8, after receiving a report about a dog wandering around the beach off-leash. Police located the dog and eventually discovered … more

6/17/22

Three affordable housing projects in East Providence win funding approval

EAST PROVIDENCE — Three proposed affordable housing projects in East Providence received a boost late last week when Rhode Island Housing and elected officials, including the office of Gov. Dan … more

6/16/22

Town Administrator Steven Contente (left) and Harbormaster Gregg Marsili (right) took Senator Jack Reed on a tour of Bristol’s new marina on Friday, June 10.

Bristol's new marina officially opens this week

It is open to the public, and fishing is permitted along the outer-facing side of the 16-foot wide main concrete pier. more

6/16/22

A pair of firefighters place red and white flowers on a memorial site in remembrance of deceased members of the Warren Fire Department, which included a dedication to former Assistant Fire Chief, Brian Remy, who passed away last year.

Brian Remy honored during Warren's Firefighters Memorial Parade

The 120th annual Firefighters’ Memorial Parade took place on Sunday in Warren. more

6/16/22

Senator Jack Reed, Town Council President Nathan Calouro, Joseph Brito, Jr. and his wife Betty, town administrator Steven Contente and others gather as Brito cuts a ribbon in front of the Brick Pizza Co. on Friday.

From busted to bustling — Bristol's Unity Park celebrates grand opening

Just about three years ago, Bristol’s Industrial Park was blighted and virtually empty...much has changed since. more

By Christy Nadalin | 6/16/22

The 'broken bridge' will connect the bike path to the west of the Kickemuit River.

Warren's ‘Broken Bridge’ project commences

The $5.85 million project, paid through state funding, is anticipated to be completed in 2023. more

6/16/22

Here are most of the recipients of the Presidential Environmental Youth Award, who were recently honored by the School Committee. Missing from picture is Tatum Brennan, Noah and Owen Sidewand, and Cameron Davis.

Portsmouth students win Presidential Environmental award

Fifteen students at Portsmouth Middle School have been won the Presidential Environmental Youth Award, which recognizes outstanding stewardship projects and positive community … more

6/16/22

2022 Chief Marshal Joe DaPonte speaks before the crowd on Tuesday evening.

Flag Day ceremonies kick off Bristol's July 4th festivities

A large crowd gathered at the Town Common under sunny skies on Tuesday to raise the flag and officially get the July 4th holiday in Bristol underway. more

By Christy Nadalin | 6/16/22

Signs supporting the renewal of Dr. Deb DiBiase’s contract as principal of Mt. Hope High School have begun to pop up around Bristol and Warren.

Signs of support pop up for Dr. D throughout Bristol, Warren

The show of solidarity for Dr. D was initiated by Nina Murphy, a Bristol parent of an incoming Mt. Hope senior and another student who has since graduated from the high school. more

By Ethan Hartley | 6/16/22

Ned Barton has been warning the town council about the situation at Echo Lake, where invasive plants are impacting the health of the pond.

Fanwort filling Echo Lake in Barrington, threatens its future

Echo Lake is losing the fight. As the weather turns warm each spring, and the grays and browns that surround the water burst into shades of green, the fanwort comes alive. Fanwort is no … more

By Josh Bickford | 6/16/22

Changes in Latitude, a Jimmy Buffet tribute band, will perform on Sunday, June 26.

24 bands, 14 nights, 1 waterfront venue

The traditional Bristol Fourth of July Concert Series is back to its traditional location. Of course, when you talk about traditions in these parts, it helps to be clear. It’s like saying the … more

By Scott Pickering | 6/16/22

Barrington High School students Dawen Cheng, Patrick Chen, David Xiong, Shaswat Singh, and Helen Copple (from left to right) stand for a group photo at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair held in Atlanta, Ga. recently.

BHS science standouts place at premier science fair

Barrington High School made history this year, as two teams of BHS students won "Best In Fair” awards at the RI Science and Engineering Fair and earned the right to share their projects at the … more

By Josh Bickford | 6/15/22

Aquaculture legislation narrows in on Sakonnet

Legislation that would ban aquaculture operations within 1,000 feet of the mean high tide line will likely be substantially modified to center in on the Sakonnet River, where two Little Compton … more

By Ted Hayes | 6/15/22

New artist in residence at Westport Woods

Artist Hanna Vogel is the June Artist in Residence at Westport Woods Conservation Park. This is the second year of the residence program, a collaboration between the Westport Cultural Council … more

6/15/22