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Kids are welcome to enjoy learning to row as well, provided they have a parent on hand.

Learn to Row Day set for June 4 in Warren

The Fourth Annual “Learn to Row Day” is going down at the Warren Town beach on Saturday, June 4 more

5/13/22

Students shared their discoveries about Barrington’s slave history during a recent presentation at the Bay Spring Community Center.

Research reveals details about town’s slave history

It was tedious. It was frustrating. And it was time-consuming. But in the end, the research work completed by three college students helped uncover some valuable information about … more

By Josh Bickford | 5/13/22

Sgt. Brian Morse (left) and patrolman Sean Gonsalves demonstrate the use of Axon body cameras that can be bought through a state grant.

Bristol Police demo new body camera technology

While waiting to see about state funding the cameras, the Bristol Police Department has launched a 30-day demo/pilot program, with a couple of officers on each shift volunteering to wear the technology. more

By Christy Nadalin | 5/13/22

Barrington's Maddox Godwin crushes a spike against East Providence.

Barrington volleyball team is young, smart and athletic

What a difference a year makes. At this time last year, the Barrington High School boys volleyball team had struggled to capture two wins while battling some tough competition. This year, the … more

By Josh Bickford | 5/13/22

Residents of Quaker Manor/Estates have been complaining about maintenance and management issues for the past several years. However, Phoenix Property Management, which took over management in the beginning of 2021, has assured tenants there is a light at the end of the tunnel.

Portsmouth: HUD demands Quaker Manor ownership change

PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth Housing Authority (PHA) will eventually be getting “out of the ownership and management business,” its chairman told tenants of Quaker Manor/Quaker … more

By Jim McGaw | 5/13/22

The Kanopy streaming service will be accessible through utilization of your library card, beginning this Friday.

Free streaming service now available at Rogers Free Library

Rogers Free Library will begin offering Kanopy streaming; patrons can stream 10 titles a month. more

By Christy Nadalin | 5/13/22

Warren PD: A late night welder and disruptive skateboarders

Warren Police activity from May 2 to May 8, 2022. more

5/13/22

Joe DaPonte with the rooster in March, soon after it was un-molded.

Giant rooster sighted in Bristol Industrial Park

When they are not building high-performance fishing and sailing vessels or presiding over 4th of July Events, Joe and Rosa DaPonte are building giant roosters. more

By Christy Nadalin | 5/12/22

Town Administrator Steven Contente and Congressman David Cicilline flank a big check secured by Cicilline for the conversion of the old Walley School building. Also pictured: Council Chairman Nathan Calouro, Police Chief Kevin Lynch, Acting Director of Parks and Recreation Tim Shaw, Sen Wally Felag, Councilman Tim Sweeney, and Councilman Aaron Ley.

Bristol receives nearly $700,000 for Walley project

The funding will assist in the conversion of the decommissioned Walley School into a new senior and resource facility. more

5/12/22

Good weather is expected for this weekend's festivities.

Bigger than ever, Bristol's State Street Arts Fair is on Saturday

Music and various local arts and crafts artisans will fill State Street in Bristol from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. more

5/12/22

The wide view from the A/V setup of the Bristol Town Hall provides a clear picture of the full council with reliable audio, and is capable of live streaming and full playback on YouTube following a meeting.

Despite great tech, Bristol boards are conducting most business in person

The speed at which town government has dialed back the use of remote meeting technology suggests they prefer the way things were. more

By Christy Nadalin | 5/12/22

Jordan Scriven works on the mural at Jannito Field on Monday afternoon. She said she would be finished with it by the end of that day.

New mural puts fresh face on Jannitto Field

A new mural has been painted on the dugout near the backstop of Jannitto Field on Water Street more

5/12/22

Barrington High School student selected as U.S. Presidential Scholar

Barrington High School senior Lucy Dreier has been selected as a U.S. Presidential Scholar — she is one of only three students from Rhode Island and 161 nationwide to earn the … more

5/12/22

Drone view of Jacob’s Point captured by Warren photographer Butch Lombardi.

Public walk at Jacob’s Point this Saturday

Explore Jacob’s Point this Saturday to learn about the endangered marsh and some of its inhabitants. more

5/12/22

This vacant lot on Carnegie Harbor Drive recently sold for $2 million — said to be the highest vacant land sale of the year in Rhode Island.

Portsmouth: Carnegie Harbor Drive lot fetches $2 million

PORTSMOUTH — Residential Properties Ltd. (RPL) has announced the sale of a vacant lot on Carnegie Harbor Drive for $2 million — the highest vacant land sale in Rhode Island this … more

5/11/22

Warren residents discuss their ideas with Town Councilman Brandt Heckert for the Burr's Hill Park Activity Building during a "Design Charette," on Wednesday.

Public weighs in on Warren beach building

A design charrette held last Wednesday, May 4, at Kickemuit Middle School drew around 30 participants, including various town officials, to brainstorm ideas for the proposed concessions and utility building space at the Warren Town Beach. more

By Ethan Hartley | 5/11/22

Kickemuit Middle School Principal Dennis Morrell explains some of the history of the location to students.

Spreading the East Bay’s native history

A new marker placed on Child Street near Kickemuit Middle School strives to provide historical context on the Pokanoket settlement that long inhabited local land and explores King Philip’s War. more

By Ethan Hartley | 5/11/22

Left: Barrington Police are seeking information about a man who stole a bicycle off a rack outside Sowams School on Monday, May 2. Right: A New Meadow Road resident told police someone driving a silver van stole a birdhouse from his property.

Barrington Police: Birdhouse, bike and bags of dirt reported stolen

Officials at Sowams School called Barrington Police on Monday, May 2 at about 3:30 p.m. to report the larceny of a bicycle from a rack outside the school. School officials shared surveillance video … more

5/11/22

Clean up hitter Grace Stephenson smacks one of her four hits during the Huskies 23-3 win at Barrington on Monday. Stephenson scored three runs and drove in two runs.

Mt. Hope softball pounds Barrington 23-3

The Mt. Hope softball team pounded Barrington 23-3 in five innings during a Division II away game on a cold and blustery Monday afternoon. The Huskies improve their overall record to 12-1, the … more

Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. | 5/11/22

Barrington Police investigating alleged assault at elementary school

Barrington Police are investigating incidents with ties to local private and public schools. The incidents are unrelated. On Monday, May 2, officials at a private school in Barrington … more

5/11/22

Rosalind Weir outside the Meeting House at Tiverton Four Corners.

No more weddings at Tiverton's Meeting House

After recently notifying 10 couples that weddings they had scheduled this spring and summer at the Meeting House at Tiverton Four Corners could not take place there, the owner of the venue, Rosalind … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 5/11/22

Junior captain Cole Vieira, shown holding the team trophy, fired a 76 to lead the Eagles at the Hendricken Invitational on Monday.

Barrington golfers win Hendricken Invitational

The Barrington High School golf team won the Hendricken Invitational at Warwick Country Club on Monday afternoon, finishing with a 321, four strokes better than Moses Brown and LaSalle. The team … more

5/10/22

Barrington letter carriers are ready to do double duty during the Letter Carriers’ annual Stamp Out Hunger food drive on Saturday, May 14. Residents are asked to leave a bag filled with non-perishable and unexpired food items at their mailbox for the carriers to take to Tap-In, which will distribute to those in need. Pictured are some of Barrington’s letter carriers, (from left to right) Bob Depin, Brad Depin, Michael Bernardo, Nolan Cambra and Greg Toumaisian.

Don’t forget to ‘stamp out hunger’ this Saturday

Stamp Out Hunger, the letter carriers’ annual food drive, will return on Saturday, May 14, after a two-year hiatus caused by Covid restrictions. Once again, Barrington letter … more

5/10/22

Portsmouth residents still seek clarity on solar ordinance

PORTSMOUTH — Some abutters to existing or proposed commercial solar facilities still want clarification on the town’s solar ordinance, despite a public hearing last fall during which the … more

By Jim McGaw | 5/10/22

PHS defender Joe Rocco pressures his Barrington opponent near the goal Friday night. By the end of the first quarter, the Patriots had already secured a 7-0 lead against the Eagles and went on to win 10-7 for their fourth straight victory.

Portsmouth beats Barrington for 4th straight victory (photos)

BARRINGTON — The Portsmouth High boys’ varsity lacrosse team won its fourth straight game on Friday when it defeated Barrington, 10-7, on the road. more

5/10/22