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But there is no reason for concern outside of a very small fraction of those notices, according to city officials. more
The number of sick raccoons spotted around Barrington spiked last month.   According to Barrington Police, the department responded to 12 calls involving raccoons that appeared to be sick … more
Westport will stick with its single tax rate, among the state’s lowest, after the chairman of the board of assessors said this week that introducing a split rate for businesses, commercial and … more
There’s no telling how it ended up in New York, 151 years after the author who filled its 360 pages died here. But a journal owned by a mid-19th century sailor, ship’s agent and farmer … more
Students at Barrington Christian Academy delivered nearly 75 Thanksgiving meals to people in need late last month.   For the last decade, BCA has been volunteering with My Brother’s … more
The following is a synopsis of Warren Police logs from Monday, Nov. 25-Saturday, Nov. 30: Monday, Nov. 25 Warren Police officers responded to a handful of complaints beginning at around 9:30 in … more
The former Flounders restaurant at 90 Pottersville Road is expected to open again, albeit under a new name, two years after it closed. Roger Wilkie Jr., one of the property's previous owners … more
The respective East Bay Warriors teams enjoyed another successful Rhode Island Southeastern Massachusetts Pop Warner Football and Cheer League season in 2024. The East Bay Varsity spirit squad … more
One month after he lost his seat on the Little Compton School Committee, Republican Michael W. Rocha II is expected to reclaim it this month, following the resignation last week of Republican … more
The newest members of the Barrington Town Council and Barrington School Committee were sworn in on Monday night, Dec. 2, during a special ceremony at Barrington Town Hall. Officially called an … more
It may not have all the bells and whistles of the Portsmouth Community Playground that opened in June on Turnpike Avenue, but the new play area at Glen Park is a welcome addition to the nearby … more
Bristol’s annual Kickoff to Christmas Community Aid Drive came as advertised … a chilly late November evening, highlighted by the much-anticipate arrival of Santa with wide-eyed … more
Hundreds of people turned out for the annual bonfire and Eagle Bowl at Barrington High School. Held two days before Thanksgiving, the event draws plenty of current and former students. It kicked … more
The Tiverton High School football season came to an end after suffering a 40-0 loss to D-3 Rogers in a Thanksgiving Day match up at Toppa Field on Wednesday night. The Vikings made it alright after … more
Like their football playing peers, the Mt. Hope High School fall sports cheerleaders, under the direction of head coach Samantha Golden, also completed their 2024 season Thanksgiving week during the … more
The 36th edition of the Warren Holiday Festival, held on and around Main Street November 29 and 30, was nothing short of a resounding success. Over 1,000 patrons were on hand for Friday night's … more
PORTSMOUTH — Here are some recent arrests made by the Portsmouth Police Department: Monday, Nov. 25 Robert Christopher Laureanno, 53, of 3030 East Main Road, was charged with domestic … more
It began over 20 years ago on Boston’s Beacon Hill: what if there was an organized network of neighbors who helped older neighbors with tasks that can be challenging for some seniors, but are … more
PORTSMOUTH — Without most of their fans and the Portsmouth High School Marching Band to support them, the Patriots’ varsity football team nevertheless dominated the annual … more
The respective Mt. Hope High School girls' and boys' basketball teams began their preparations for the upcoming 2024-25 season with a scrimmage against staff members Monday night, Nov. 25. The … more
The Townies scored a thrilling 27-26 victory over rival La Salle Academy in the 95th Annual Thanksgiving Day game on Thursday, earning their first victory in the storied rivalry matchup since 2017. more
A rainy Turkey Trot and a spirited Townie Bazaar highlighted some of the festivities this week. more
Barrington Police have obtained a warrant to arrest a Providence man after he allegedly tried to steal a package from a Barrington resident’s front steps.   The incident occurred on … more
Upon second hearings of two pieces of business carried over from its October meeting, the Warren Zoning Board approved that pair and one other at its latest gathering held Wednesday night, Nov. 20. … more
Barrington High School defeated Mt. Hope for the seventh consecutive time in the teams' Thanksgiving football series as the visiting Eagles rallied to edge the host Huskies, 22-19, Wednesday night, … more
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