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half. Bernard crossed the ball into the box as Quinlan went airborne to head it into the net for his second goal of the game.
Westport heads to the final four, again
The Westport soccer team is heading to the final four after stunning one-seeded Sutton 3-2 in triple overtime during a Division 5 Elite 8 game at Sutton on Saturday afternoon. The eighth-seeded … more
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Incoming police chief Christopher Dunn (center) talks with select board chairman Richard Brewer and board member Shana Shufelt following Monday’s vote.
Dunn named Westport police chief
A career police officer with a quarter century of service to the Town of Westport will be the town’s next police chief, following his appointmentby the select board Monday evening. … more
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The Mt. Hope girls varsity soccer squad came up just short of a D-1 championship on Saturday versus Cumberland.
Huskies fall to Cumberland in D-I championship
The Mt. Hope girls soccer team fell to Cumberland 3-1 in the Division I Championship at Rhode Island College on Saturday morning. more
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Members of the Portsmouth High girls’ varsity soccer team mob one another after winning the Division II state title at Rhode Island College on Saturday. Abby Costa, who scored two of the Patriots’ five goals, is at right, giving hugs to Sophia Karousos (23) and Emma Norton (3).
Portsmouth Patriots capture state D-2 girls soccer title
PORTSMOUTH — Despite a seemingly comfortable 4-0 lead with less than 20 minutes to go in the Division II girls’ state soccer championship game Saturday, the Patriots never took their foot … more
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One-hundred-year-old United States Marine Corps veteran Jean Kesner, an East Providence resident and staff sergeant during World War II, was the guest honoree during the city's annual Veterans Day event.
East Providence honors 100-year-old resident Marine during Veterans Day ceremony
EAST PROVIDENCE — East Providence held its annual Veterans Day ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 11, at the Garden of Flags Memorial, founded and maintained by the East Providence Battle Monuments … more
The victim was a back-seat passenger in the Subaru at right, which was struck from behind while parked along the side of the highway.
Man pleads guilty in 2020 crash that killed Westport girl, 10
A Fall River man has pleaded guilty for causing an accident that killed a 10-year-old Westport girl, and left her sister seriously injured, three years ago. Just before his trial was set to … more
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Barrington’s AJ DiOrio runs past a St. Raphael’s linebacker during the semifinal game on Friday night.
Determined Eagles knock off Saints in semifinals, 29-8
The Barrington High School football team scored 19 second half points and rolled to a 29-8 victory over St. Raphael’s Academy in a Division II playoff semifinal game on Friday night, Nov. 10. … more
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Board member Betty Brito presented Jeff Hirsh with Bradley Hospital's celebrated Humanitarian Award, recognizing him for his longtime support of the hospital and his unwavering commitment to healing the hearts and minds of children, teens, and adolescents.
Bradley Hospital presents noted restauranteur Hirsh with Humanitarian Award
EAST PROVIDENCE — Bradley Hospital presented Jeff Hirsh with its celebrated Humanitarian Award. The longtime owner of the famed Lobster Pot Restaurant in Bristol was recognized for his deep … more
Barrington High School held a special National Letter of Intent signing day event last week.
Barrington High School seniors sign letters of intent
More than a dozen student-athletes from Barrington High School signed their National Letters of Intent during a special ceremony on Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 8.   In addition, the school … more
Capt. Mark L. Turner, U.S. Navy (Ret.) was the guest speaker at the Veterans Day ceremony held at the VFW Post 5390 Saturday morning. The event also served as the grand reopening of the building, which has undergone major improvements in the past several weeks.
For veterans: ‘Two words — eight letters’ (with photo gallery)
A couple hundred people packed the VFW Post 5390 in Common Fence Point Saturday morning to honor veterans, as well as celebrate the grand reopening of the hall that strives to give back to the community. more
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The EPHS girls' volleyball team celebrates winning the 2023 Division II championship after the Townies defeated Cumberland 3-0 in the final Saturday, Nov. 11, at Rhode Island College.
Perfection...EPHS goes unbeaten en route to D-II girls' volleyball title
PROVIDENCE — As close to perfection as possible, the East Providence High School girls' volleyball team finished off an undefeated 2023 campaign by winning the Division II championship … more
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“Fifty Years of Eagles Hockey: A celebration" is scheduled for the day after Thanksgiving, Friday, Nov. 24, at 2 p.m. at the German American Club, 27 Kelly St., Warren.
‘Fifty Years of Eagles Hockey’ celebration is Nov. 24
Barrington High School varsity ice hockey will celebrate its 50th anniversary this month. The Eagles first took the ice five decades ago, although it was a bit of a challenge getting the … more
The four-bedroom, 4.5-bath contemporary style home at 17 Willow Way sold recently for $2.25 million.
Barrington neighborhood sees its highest home sale ever
Barrington’s Alfred Drown neighborhood had its highest recorded home sale recently.   The house at 17 Willow Way, which overlooks Narragansett Bay and Allin’s Cove, sold for … more
Warren native Lester "Butch" Lombardi Jr. has had a storied career on several fronts.
A chat with true 'Warrenite' Butch Lombardi
Whether it’s capturing the beauty of a current moment through photography or reliving old glory days on the diamong, this Warren native’s love of life is evident, and ongoing. more
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Barrington Town Council tweaks alcohol training program law
Members of the Barrington Town Council approved what appeared to be a compromise regarding the town’s alcohol servers training program.   The previous ordinance required local … more
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Veterans from around East Providence were treated to a pasta dinner as part of an appreciation event hosted by the City Council Thursday evening, Nov. 9.
Gallery: East Providence City Council Veterans Dinner
EAST PROVIDENCE — The five members of the East Providence City Council hosted what they hope will be the first of many Veterans Appreciation Dinners Thursday evening, Nov. 9, in the St. Martha … more
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The annual East Providence Veterans Day ceremony takes place Saturday, Nov. 11, at the Garden of Flags off Veterans Parkway.
Veterans Day 2023 events around East Providence
The following are list of events being planned on and around Veterans Day Saturday, Nov. 11, in East Providence: City plans annual Veterans Day ceremony The City Of East Providence's annual … more
Among those planning the Bristol Council Knights of Columbus 125th anniversary are left-right Edward P. Stuart Jr., Philip Beaulieu, Chairman Warren Rensehausen, and Walter Smith.
Bristol Knights of Columbus to celebrate 125th anniversary
On Sunday, Nov. 12, the Bristol Council Knights of Columbus will get together at the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel John W. Lolio Parish Center to celebrate its 125th anniversary. more
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Joe Delfino, an Air Force veteran of over 36 years and a member of the Combat Veterans Association, salutes after placing a flag in honor of those who died in wars throughout America’s history, during the ceremony at the South Burial Ground during the 2023 Memorial Day observance ceremony.
Warren to observe two Veterans' Day events this weekend
An event on Saturday, Nov. 11 will honor a late WWII veteran and a Medal of Honor recipient. An event on Sunday, Nov. 12 will honor four Warren veterans. more
KMS students pose with donated socks from the fundraiser, which raised over $5,000.
KMS students raise $5,000 through the sale of funky socks
The 8th graders ended up raising $4,072 from the fundraiser, with an additional $945 being directly donated to the grade by parents and teachers. Additionally, there were nearly 300 pairs of socks donated through the fundraiser. more
Alex McClelland and the Barrington High School football team will host a D-II semifinal playoff game on Friday, Nov. 10.
Eagles will play against Saints in semifinal matchup
The Barrington High School football team will host St. Raphael’s in a D-II semifinal playoff game on Friday night, Nov. 10, at 6:15 p.m. BHS Coach Sandy Gorham said the Saints are a … more
Police chief candidates Christopher Dunn (left) and Robert Rebello.
Westport close to hiring new police chief
Two of Westport’s finest — a career police officer and a colleague who joined the force later in life — are the top two candidates for the Westport Police Chief position, and … more
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The Patriots’ Mollyana McGuire jumps in front of a Lincoln defender to settle a pass during Portsmouth’s Division II semifinal win over Lincoln Wednesday night, Nov. 8.
Portsmouth girls to play for D-2 state title on Saturday
PORTSMOUTH — This is the way it should be — the No. 1 and 2 seeds playing for all the marbles in the state championship game. The Patriots girls’ varsity soccer team (No. … more
Gwen Green (left) battles an opponent for a loose ball during a game between Barrington’s U10 Argentina team and Lenox, Mass. FC at Barrington High School on Sunday.
Soccer teams turn out for Barrington's BIT tournament
More than 100 youth soccer teams from across three states rolled into Barrington last weekend for the Barrington Invitational Tournament.   Barrington Youth Soccer Association hosted the … more
School administrators and teachers revealed to students on Thursday, Nov. 2 that the Mt. Hope Class of 2024 had managed the highest proficiency in school history and the highest growth numbers of any school in the state of Rhode Island for the English Language Arts (ELA) portion of the SATs, leading to raucous applause.
Mt. Hope students set highest marks in school history for ELA SATs
The Mt. Hope Class of 2024 had plenty of reasons to celebrate during the announcement of their recent scores from their SAT exams taken last year, but there's also room for improvement. more
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