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The fence between the Tiverton dog park and library has generated a fair bit of controversy since its installation.
Is Tiverton library fence a line in the sand?
An already frayed relationship between the Tiverton Library Board of Trustees and supporters of the Raymond F. Jones Memorial Dog Park took a turn for the worse last week after the library installed … more
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An artist's rendering of the new playground planned for the Central Village, at the Town Hall Annex.
A whale of a playground coming to Westport
After years of waiting for the right time, members of the Westport Recreation Department are nearly ready to install a new playground at the Town Hall Annex, replacing one that provided endless fun … more
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Operators of Silver Spring Golf Course in East Providence claim the six-hole layout is in as fine a form as ever and eagerly awaiting more play.
Silver Spring Golf Course re-tees in hopes of regaining players
EAST PROVIDENCE — The good folks currently in charge at the Silver Spring Golf Course want to make others aware their club is a welcoming place whether it's in the mid-summer heat or mid-fall … more
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Barrington residents cast ballots during a previous year's financial town meeting.
Barrington’s FTM — should it stay or should it go?
For many years Barrington has used its FTM — Financial Town Meeting — to determine the annual budget. But that may change in the future. The Barrington Charter Review Commission … more
Jasyri Goldstein, Adrianna Dufault, Olivia Costa, Charlotte Lake, Kinley Ferreira, Laila Lugo and Ella Kischko pose for a photo at the revamped In Your Ear Theatre during rehearsal.
A very merry return to the stage for Bristol Theatre Company
It was less than eight months ago that a vision was proposed for the former 2nd Story Theatre on Market Street in Warren. It was as undeniably exciting as it was completely hypothetical. And yet... more
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The new Henderson Bridge connecting East Providence with the East Side of Providence will open to traffic in the coming days, beginning on Friday, Nov. 17.
RIDOT plans to open new Henderson Bridge this week
EAST PROVIDENCE — On schedule, one half of the the new Henderson Bridge connecting East Providence with the East Side of Providence over the Seekonk River is set to open by Friday morning, Nov. … more
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East Providence's Keira Mullen was named first-team All-State by the coaches and also tabbed as Division II girls' volleyball player of the year and first-team All-League.
Champion EPHS girls' volleyball club had a fun title run
EAST PROVIDENCE — With a few days to reflect on going undefeated and winning the 2023 Division II championship, head coach Alex Butler and his East Providence High School girls' volleyball team … more
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David McCarthy, Vietnam Veteran of the United States Marine Corps, and a leader of many local veterans initiatives ion Warren and beyond, received his commendation and plaque from Brigadier General (Ret.) Richard Valente.
Warren honors local veterans for service to country, and their community
The Historic Warren Armory on Jefferson Street played a fitting backdrop to a Veterans’ Day ceremony that recognized local veterans for their service to the country, and their ongoing service to the community. more
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Jack Almond celebrates following the conclusion of last year's BHS graduation ceremony.
Barrington High School survey: Should we move graduation to Saturday?
Barrington High School officials are contemplating a change for the upcoming graduation date. According to an email from Barrington High School Principal Christopher Ashley, the district is … more
Graffiti was spotted on the Warren Honor Roll during the Veterans' Day ceremony on Saturday.
Warren PD investigating graffiti on Veterans Honor Roll
Police are investigating graffiti that was spotted on the memorial dedicated to all Warren residents, past and present, who have served. more
CRMC assigns hearing officer in Seapowet oyster plan
A new chapter is about to begin for a controversial plan, four years old now, to establish a small oyster farm off Seapowet Avenue. Members of the Coastal Resources Management Council (CRMC) on … more
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Little Compton looks to ban marijuana use in public
Little Compton town councilors are considering an amendment to current ordinances that would prohibit the use of cannabis in any public area in town. Those who violate the proposed rule could be … more
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This large retaining wall at 2015 Main Road was not reviewed by the Westport Historical Commission. Building inspector Ralph Souza ordered work on the structure to stop last Friday.
Westport Point homeowners ordered to stop work
Westport building official Ralph Souza has ordered the owners of a $3.65 million Westport Point home to stop construction on what appears to be a large infinity pool retaining wall, as the project … more
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Kolten Kirkpatrick (left) and Thalia Baillie help collect the fruits and vegetables not eaten during lunch at Hampden Meadows School. The food scraps will later be composted.
Students learn ‘Composting 101’ at Barrington elementary school
Back from a break, and better than ever.   After a pause during the pandemic, the composting program at Hampden Meadows School has returned and is thriving.   Students who help … more
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The iconic landmark at the north end of Hope Street was built in 1848 in the American Wooden Gothic Revival style, and designed by famed architect Russell Warren. It has sat awaiting a proper renovation for years.
At last, a Bristol landmark is coming back to life
Longfield, Bristol’s longtime most visible fixer-upper, is finally getting the respect it deserves. more
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Lester ‘Butch’ Lombardi Jr. stands beside a portrait of his late father, Lester L. Lombardi, who would rise to the rank of captain while on active duty and became a company commander with the U.S. Army during World War II.
Son of World War II veteran sheds light on his father's enduring legacy
Lester Lombardi Sr. served in the United States Army, spending over a year deep in the European Theater. His son, Butch Lombardi, shared stories and memories during Warren's Veterans' Day ceremony. more
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Members of the Westport Police Department color guard stand at attention.
Veterans' Day Westport: 'Ask what you can do'
One cold January day nearly 62 years ago, a young President John F. Kennedy told his fellow Americans to “ask not what your country can do for you — ask what you can do for your … more
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Dillion Fesmire (right), playing Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, clowns around with his future bride Constanze Weber, played by Eli Cabral, during a recent dress rehearsal of the PHS Drama Club’s production of “Amadeus,” which will be staged Thursday through Saturday, Nov. 16-18, in the school’s Kate Grana Auditorium.
‘Amadeus’ takes to the stage at Portsmouth High
PORTSMOUTH — Before it became a hit movie in 1984, the fictional story of the rivalry between court composer Antonio Salieri and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in the late 18th century was told on the … more
The East Providence High School "Band of Brothers" as they appeared in the Thursday, Aug. 28, 1969 edition of The East Providence Post were: (from left to right) Arthur Tetreault, Rick Riley, Bill McGowan, Dave Raposa, Henry Lewis, Louis Oliveira, Steve DeHart, Dave Garrity and Albert Bettencourt. Missing from the photo, Russell Parquette. The United States Marine depicted in the photo is Sgt. Frederick Jecusco.
EPHS Vietnam-era 'Band of Brothers' finally get back together
EAST PROVIDENCE — A "Band of Brothers" from the city recently gathered for a special luncheon, commemorating 54 years since they as a group entered the military. Ten members of the East … more
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Steven Clark Jr. rushed for a career-best 183 yards as East Providence High School rallied to defeat Moses Brown 42-35 in a non-league football outing on Veterans Day, November 11.
Townies quash Quakers in wild non-league football outing
PROVIDENCE — It was one of those last side with the ball wins kind of games between East Providence High School football and host Moses Brown Saturday morning, Veterans Day, Nov. 11, the … more
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Little Compton brothers Patrick and Sean Bowen.
CRMC to hear Tiverton aquaculture application
A controversial plan to establish a small oyster farm off Seapowet Avenue was expected to finally get a hearing before an influential state board Tuesday evening. Patrick and Sean Bowen, the … more
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The property at 435 Old Harbor Road would house up to 12 teenage students at a time.
Old Harbor residents: Teen plan is no school
Though they seldom comment on projects before the planning board, members of the Westport Select Board are making an exception in the case of a proposed live-in school facility that has generated a … more
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Barrington officials are considering building a new skateboard park and will apply for a DEM grant.
Barrington Town Council approves skatepark pitch
Barrington has moved one step closer to building a new skatepark. At its meeting on Monday, Nov. 6, the Barrington Town Council voted 3-1 in favor of submitting a grant application to the Rhode … more
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This 2.5-acre wetlands property on the town’s northwest shore was recently donated to Aquidneck Land Trust by members of the Sullivan family. The Mt. Hope Bridge is in the background.
Protected in perpetuity in Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH — Another hunk of coastline has been protected from development. The Aquidneck Land Trust (ALT) has announced the conservation of a 2.5-acre wetlands property, the … more
The Patriots’ Tyler Hurd makes a move as a pair of Westerly defenders close in during last Thursday night’s game at Portsmouth.
Portsmouth falls to Westerly in football, 21-9
PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth High varsity football team dropped its second straight game last Thursday, Nov. 9, when it lost a non-league contest to Westerly at home, 21-8. Portsmouth … more
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