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Work has commenced on the long-abandoned Longfield property along Hope Street.

Development progresses on blighted Longfield and Knowlton properties

Work has commenced on the blighted Longfield property on Hope Street, but to passersby, that work may appear to be well beyond the scope of what was approved by the town. But that’s an illusion — there are actually two separate development projects happening side-by-side. more

By Christy Nadalin | 4/22/22

A drawing shows the plan to build three pathways through the seawall at Walley Beach to provide easier shoreline access. East Coast Construction should have the project completed and ready to reopen to the public by June.

Improved Walley Beach and park scheduled to reopen by June

With Narragansett Bay cleaner than it has ever been, taking a swim in the harbor is a great alternative to a sandy beach in Middletown or Newport. Recognizing this, Bristol began looking into ways to make the rocky beach at the end of Walley Street more accessible to swimmers. more

By Christy Nadalin | 4/22/22

The new 1898 replica of the 28-foot steam launch being carefully hauled into the Herreshoff Museum’s Hall of Boats.

1898 replica steam launch added to Herreshoff Museum

It’s been five years — including a prolonged Covid pause — since Sandy Lee and a team of volunteers began the undertaking of building a replica of the 1898, 28’ steam launch built for the USS Eagle, a converted gunboat that participated in the Spanish American War before spending the next two decades surveying the Caribbean. more

By Christy Nadalin | 4/22/22

Neighbors react to Bristol Planning Board approval of Robin Rug development

The Bristol Planning Board came to a 3-2 decision to approve a 127-unit development, with Tony Murgo, Armand Bilotti, and Chairman Jerome Squatrito voting to approve, and Brian Clark and Stephen Katz voting to deny. more

By Christy Nadalin | 4/22/22

Fish commissioner Everett Mills believes Cockeast Pond is a "microcosm" of the town's nitrogen issues.

Westport commissioner wants nitrogen lawn fertilizer ban

Westport's fish commissioner believes it's time for the town to get serious about reducing nitrogen in its waters, and is proposing that Westport look into by-law changes that would ban the use of … more

By Ted Hayes | 4/22/22

Portsmouth zoners to consider amendment of housing development

PORTSMOUTH — Aquidneck Country Club is seeking Zoning Board of Review approval to amend a previously approved special-use permit to develop 22 single-family dwellings and six duplex units … more

4/22/22

What’s working well — Aaron Tessier helps his daughter Aubrey, 5, cast into Thurston Gray Pond from the small dock at Melville Park last Thursday. Residents last week pointed to Melville Park’s fishing spots and hiking trails as among the best examples of the town’s open space and recreational facilities.

Parks and recreation: How’s Portsmouth doing?

PORTSMOUTH — Portsmouth still needs a community recreation center, as well as a facility for the fastest-growing sport around — pickleball. The hiking trails and fishing … more

By Jim McGaw | 4/22/22

A photo of an early construction phase for the new Barrington Middle School. Barrington officials are currently recruiting a visioning team that will create a “long-term educational vision for our schools."

Barrington building a visioning team for public schools

Barrington Public Schools are recruiting members for the district’s “visioning team.” According to a recent email from the district, the visioning team will assist with the … more

4/22/22

Nancy and Bill Wilson are shown on the second floor of their home. The diamond pattern on the wallpaper is a prevalent design theme throughout the property.

The family home – for six generations

When Charlotte Condit Parker arrived at Portsmouth’s Greenvale Farm in 1918, she found the once-proud homestead that had been built by her uncle more than a half century earlier in ruins. … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 4/21/22

The Barrington Business and Community Association has developed a new website and is planning some exciting events for this summer.

Association plans summer street fair, farmer’s markets in Barrington

Bryan Hoffman and the BBCA have big plans for Barrington. The chairman of the Barrington Business and Community Association said his group has been helping to develop a number of exciting new … more

By Josh Bickford | 4/21/22

Senator Jack Read (l) and Ian Estaphan Owen, Managing Director of Jaia Robotics, cut the ribbon opening the Blue Tech Innovation Center at the Herreshoff Marine Museum.

Herreshoff cuts ribbon on Blue Tech Innovation Center

The Herreshoff Marine Museum unveiled some big plans on Tuesday, cutting the ribbon on their new Blue Tech Innovation Center while announcing plans to expand their museum footprint, as well as their marina. more

By Christy Nadalin | 4/21/22

Barrington budget: Police body-worn cameras in, new position on-hold

The Committee on Appropriations is recommending a 5 percent increase to the proposed municipal budget. Barrington Town Manager Phil Hervey initially proposed a 5.41 percent increase (or … more

By Josh Bickford | 4/21/22

Sarah Klein, director of the Bristol Parks and Recreation Department, helps deliver food to homebound individuals during the Covid-19 lockdowns.

Sarah Klein stepping down as Bristol Recreation Director

Sarah Klein is stepping down from her director duties to spend more time with her family and dogs after a health scare put life into a new perspective. more

By Ethan Hartley | 4/21/22

The Warren DMV remains closed — and that's against the law

In March of 2020, under the notion of reducing possible spread of Covid-19, the Rhode Island DMV closed its branch office in Warren. It hasn’t re-opened since, which the Town Council pointed out is against state regulations. more

By Ethan Hartley | 4/21/22

Members of the Barrington High School 2001 basketball team pose for a photo. The team was inducted into the Barrington High School Athletic Hall of Fame recently. The team was undefeated within its division, posted a 26-1 overall record and won the school’s first Class B State Championship in basketball since 1982.

BHS Hall of Fame welcomes new inductees

Barrington High School and the Barrington Booster Club honored the the eighth class of inductees into the Barrington High School Athletic Hall of Fame at an awards dinner held recently at the Rhode … more

4/21/22

Lt. Governor Sabina Matos talks to Pat Stark of Warwick and Lyn Malone of Barrington at the Coffee Depot in downtown Warren.

Lt. Governor Matos stops in Warren during campaign kickoff

Lt. Governor Sabina Matos sat for an extended interview at the Coffee Depot in downtown Warren during a stop to begin her re-election campaign last Friday. more

By Ethan Hartley | 4/21/22

The late Peggie Perrotto will be sadly missed throughout the East Bay area.

Loss of Peggie Perrotto will resonate with many in East Bay

Peggie, 70, was an all-around gal whose love of life was unmatched. She unexpectedly passed from this world on April 10, after suffering a stroke, attributable to Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy. more

By Manny Correira | 4/20/22

Barrington High School student forum to focus on honors program

Barrington school officials continue their work re-vamping the high school honors program. A special student forum to discuss honors in English language arts and social students will be held at … more

4/20/22

Jan Malik, long-time DPW director, now retired, speaks after receiving his plaque of recognition at the Warren Town Council last Tuesday evening.

Jan Malik honored by Warren Town Council after career of service

After 32 years of service to the Town of Warren, Jan Malik was honored by the Warren Town Council during their April meeting. more

By Ethan Hartley | 4/20/22

Department of Business Regulations hearing officer Catherine Warren speaks to attorneys from the Town of Warren last Tuesday morning at the Department of Administration headquarters in Providence.

Italo-American Club bartender did not have license to serve alcohol

A bartender that served a beer to Michael Ouellette moments after he shot and killed Warren Assistant Fire Chief Brian Remy and injured another patron of the Italo-American Club in Warren last year did not at the time have a valid certification to serve alcohol. more

By Ethan Hartley | 4/20/22

RISE Prep Mayoral Academy in Woonsocket, the project associated with the alleged worker fraud.

East Providence contractor charged with committing wage fraud

PROVIDENCE — Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced that the owner of a Rhode Island-based construction company was arraigned in Providence Superior Court on felony and misdemeanor … more

4/20/22

The Barrington High School baseball team, shown in a game against East Providence, defeated LaSalle on Monday afternoon.

Barrington knocks off LaSalle in baseball, 6-3

The Barrington High School baseball team, fueled by timely hitting and solid defense, defeated LaSalle 6-3 on Monday afternoon, April 18. Senior Andrew LaPointe crushed a two-out triple to the … more

4/20/22

Confiscated evidence from Rioux’s residence included over two pounds of usable marijuana, approximately 500 Glo THC vape cartridges, marijuana in various editable forms, approximately $45,000 in U.S. currency, and a 9mm “ghost gun”.

Arrested Warren teen had large quantity of marijuana, cash, and a gun

A joint investigation between Bristol and Warren Police led to the arrest of an 18-year-old Warren resident who was found with a large quantity of various forms of marijuana, $45,000 in cash and a gun. more

4/20/22

Members of the Barrington High School math team pose for a photo. The team recently won the state championship, its 20th in the last 23 years. BHS math teacher Bob Marley (left) coaches the team.

Barrington High School’s top team

The Barrington High School math team has added another state championship to its impressive 23-year run. Barrington recently outscored public and private schools from across Rhode Island to win … more

By Josh Bickford | 4/20/22

$2.555 million increase recommended for Barrington school budget

Barrington school officials were asking for a $3.096 million increase for their nearly $60 million operating budget. The Committee on Appropriations has recommended a smaller increase … more

By Josh Bickford | 4/19/22