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Hockey Hall of Fame plans first-ever high school All-Star games
The Rhode Island Hockey Hall of Fame will host a first-ever High School All-Star Showcase at Schneider Arena, on the campus of Providence College, on Wednesday, Jan. 17, at 6 p.m. The aim of the … more
Nick Capobianco swims the breaststroke portion of the 200 yard individual medley for East Providence High School at the 2023 state meet. Capobianco leads the returnees to the 2023-24 boys team.
Numbers, expectations increase a bit for both EPHS swim squads
EAST PROVIDENCE — Enthusiasm is never a problem for the respective East Providence High School swim teams and numbers, which in the recent past have been, are becoming less of one as the … more
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EPFD Chief Glenn Quick retired from the role in late November 2023.
Quick retires as EPFD chief, Carey takes over in interim capacity
EAST PROVIDENCE — East Providence Fire Department Chief Glenn J. Quick, recently announced he was retiring following a 37-year career. His last day on the job was November 18. Quick began … more
Clements’ Marketplace owner Tracy Anthony speaks in opposition of the roundabout the R.I. Department of Transportation (RIDOT) wants to build on East Main Road on front of her store. “Not just a few businesses will be hurt with a project of this magnitude, and many will feel the negative effects,” she said.
Residents voice strong opposition to Portsmouth roundabout
PORTSMOUTH — Several hundred residents crowded the Portsmouth High School auditorium Thursday night, the great majority of them with a resounding message for the Town Council: They … more
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Plumbing problem surfaces at Barrington High School
Principal Chris Ashley announced that Barrington High School would have a half-day of classes on Tuesday, Dec. 5, due to a plumbing issue at the school.   According to multiple sources, the … more
State police: Little Compton clerk embezzled from town
A Little Compton Town Hall employee charged last Thursday with embezzlement allegedly stole an unknown sum through her work as a fiscal clerk in the town's treasurer/tax collector's office, court … more
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The participants in the Boys and Girls Club of East Providence Tidal Waves introductory youth swim program "Pass It On."
Tidal Wave swimmers 'Pass It On' while instructing their peers
EAST PROVIDENCE — A group of about two dozen middle schoolers from around the city recently completed an introductory swim program held at the Boys and Girls Club of East Providence where … more
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This rendering shows a close-up of the pocket neighborhood included in the plan for the monastery property.
Barrington Council will discuss future of monastery property
The Barrington Town Council is expected to discuss the former Carmelite Monastery property during its meeting on Monday night, Dec. 4, and could entertain a motion to draft an RFP for the development … more
Eric Whipple of Whipple Tree Experts guides Ray Elias’s large spruce tree off a trailer and onto the front lawn of the Westport Land Conservation Trust’s Kirby House on Adamsville Road.
Spruced up one last time in Westport
Every Christmas season, year in and out, Ray Elias climbed the large spruce in the front yard of his Holly Lane home, decorated it and otherwise made it look perfect for the holiday season, much to … more
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The cache of ammunition recovered by East Providence Police following the Friday, Dec. 1, shooting and motor vehicle chase in city.
Florida man named as suspect in East Providence shooting, chase
EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence Police identified the suspect and announced charges he faces from a harrowing chase he led officers through Friday afternoon, Dec. 1. Joshua D. Pavao, … more
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A view of the two EPPD vehicles that crashed into a home at the intersection of Dover and Gardiner Avenues as officers pursued, and eventually caught, a shooting suspect.
Chase in East Providence ends with shooting suspect caught, accidents in its wake
EAST PROVIDENCE — Officers from the East Providence Police Department endeavored on an epic chase, mid-afternoon Friday, Dec. 1, of a shooting suspect who left a trail of destruction before … more
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Little Compton woman charged with embezzlement
Rhode Island State Police have charged a Little Compton tax clerk with felony embezzlement, though it was unknown Friday afternoon whether the charges relate to her work for the town. more
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Barrington’s Zoey Despines, a junior on the Haverford College field hockey team, earned all-conference recognition recently.
Barrington High School alum named all-conference in field hockey
Barrington’s Zoey Despines earned all-conference recognition for a standout season on the Haverford College field hockey team. Despines, a junior midfielder for the Fords, was recently … more
Westport gets closer to regulating Air BnBs
Once a lengthy document that contained a dizzying array of rules, steps, fees, inspections and prohibitions, an updated version of the town’s proposed Bed and Breakfast and Short Term Rental … more
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Bristol Port Marker models ready for public input
For the month of December, models of each artist’s proposal will be on display at Rogers Free Library. more
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Brody, a mild-mannered Beagle, traveled to Lewiston, Maine with his partner and chauffeur, Diane Lambert.
Bristol therapy dog brings comfort to Lewiston
Among the many to respond to Lewiston, Maine in the aftermath of the Oct. 25 mass shooting that claimed 18 lives was a pair of Bristol residents; one of which who, by all reports, is a very good boy. more
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Warren PD: Police make three arrests, two for DUI
Warren Police made three arrests between Nov. 20-27, 2023. more
A BMX rider jumps his bike at the Legion Way skatepark years ago. The Barrington Park and Recreation Commission recently voted to prioritize a grant application to DEM to build a new skatepark in town — it would be located in the parking lot behind the town hall.
Barrington commission chooses skatepark as top priority grant
Skatepark or splash pad? That was the question members of the Barrington Park and Recreation Commission considered during their recent meeting. Commission Chairman Mike Seward had asked the … more
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Drea Cabral, 6 (right), liked what she saw after her face-painting session with Debbie Salamon.
Bristol celebrates 8th annual 'Kickoff to Christmas'
It was estimated that over 350 people were on hand for the pre-Christmas festivities. more
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Kate Michaud, photographed shortly after becoming the Town Manager of Warren.
Warren Town Manager steps down to pursue job with Rep. Gabe Amo
Warren Town Manager Kate Michaud recently stepped down from her role as the Town’s lead administrator to take a job as the District Director for Rep. Gabe Amo. more
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East Providence's Isaac Fox and Steven Clark Jr. were selected first-team, All-Division II-A by the league coaches.
Eight Townies earn postseason football accolades
EAST PROVIDENCE — By the numbers, the ones in the end that have the most meaning, the recently completed 2023 campaign for the East Providence High School football team wasn't too great. But … more
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Members of the BHS sailing team pose for a photo with skipper Charlie Enright during a special event on Wednesday night, Nov. 29. Pictured are (from left to right) Duffy Macaulay, Jack Gaynor, Christopher Chwalk, Quin Schneider, Charlie Enright, Avery Guck, Abby Appleyard, Abby Guertler and Lauren Leonard.
Barrington sailing team earns bid to nationals
The Barrington High School sailing team made history recently. For the first time ever, the BHS sailing team will compete in the Keelboat Nationals. The event will be held at St. Petersburg … more
Groups agree joint venture to finally begin redevelopment of South Quay in East Providence
EAST PROVIDENCE — The proposed partners in the development of the South Quay property in city at the shore of the Providence River announced an agreement to move forward on the project In … more
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During the recent Park and Recreation Commission meeting, one resident asked if there was any way the town could alter the Haines Park field plan in order to preserve a large oak tree (shown) located near the parking lot.
Haines Park plan draws concerns about an oak tree and a fence
Barrington Park and Recreation Commission Chairman Mike Seward shared an update about the Haines Park field improvement project recently.   Officials are planning the construction of a new … more
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Amaral's 11th annual Holiday Complimentary Dinner tickets are now available for those in need. Leading the way are family members left-right Brian Amaral, Sherry Amaral, Don Amaral, Lubella Amaral, Dot Valenzuela, Tony Amaral, and Chelsea Vieira.
Warren restaurant continues tradition of free holiday meal giveaway
On Sunday, Dec. 17, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Amaral's will once again offer complimentary dinners to those in need of a good, hot meal. more
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