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(L-R): Glenn Donovan, Megan Joy Ferreira, and Margaret Elise Richards.
Meet the three new members representing Bristol on the school committee
Three new faces will join the nine-member Bristol Warren Regional School Committee, as half of Bristol’s share of six representatives are to be chosen this November due to Marjorie McBride, Karen Cabral, and Sarah Bullard all opting not to run for another term. more
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Barrington High School's Victory Field
What does the future hold for Barrington's Victory Field?
Members of the School Committee are expected to discuss the future of Victory Field when they meet tonight, Thursday, July 18.  The public portion of the meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. inside the … more
An architectural rendering of the proposed ice hockey center at the Longplex facility in the Tiverton Industrial Park.
Tiverton considers $2 million industrial park offer
Several Tiverton Town Council members are ready to revisit a $2 million offer to purchase virtually all available undeveloped land in the Industrial Park, after initially rejecting the idea. Jim … more
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A view inside the new Pio's Pizzeria on Franklin Street.
At Pio’s Pizzeria in Bristol, a family legacy lives on
The wait is finally over. Pio’s Pizzeria opened its doors on Franklin Street Tuesday morning to a number of hungry customers whose appetites had been teased for a number of months in anticipation of this event. more
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Survey: Westport wants short-term rentals, believes they're 'positive'
A majority of residents want Short Term Rentals (STRs) to be legal and regulated in Westport, but do not want the town to establish a minimum length of stay. They believe they have a positive impact … more
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Barrington catcher Luke Fluet yells for Xavier Maddox and teammates to throw home after a Bristol/Warren bases-clearing hit to deep right field by Jude Francis with two outs in the fourth inning.
Barrington All Stars fall one game short of trip to states
The Barrington Little League Majors 12U All Star baseball team came up one win short of a trip to the state tournament.   Barrington, which entered the weekend undefeated, lost to … more
A group of young farmers show off the crop of garlic they harvested at Barrington Farm School last week. Pictured are (from left to right) Lena Read, Niko Kasvikis, Billie Link, Canon Link (front), and Nailah Link.
More hands needed at the farm
Wildflowers fill the patch of ground just beyond the solar panels.   Pale blues, bright yellows, deep pinks and what seems like dozens of shades of green create an irresistible palette for … more
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The redevelopment of the former Robin Rug factory, first approved for Master Plan back in 2022, is finally preparing to break ground and will appear before the Bristol Planning Board today, July 18 for a final approval.
Robin Rug redevelopment on track for final approval
At a meeting of the Bristol Planning Board tonight, a redevelopment project that got its first approval over two years ago will likely clear the last hurdle needed before beginning construction. more
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Councilman Joe DePasquale made the motion to hire a temporary employee for the finance department during Monday's special meeting.
Warren Council seeks temporary help to sort out finances
Frustrated with a lack of financial certainty being provided from Town Hall, the Warren Town Council took a special meeting to put out an offer for temporary financial assistance. more
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Barrington's Audrey Paxton gets ready to release a pitch during a District 2 game.
Barrington softball team preps for Senior League regionals
A team from Barrington will play for a chance to compete in the Senior League World Series. The Barrington Little League Senior Softball All Star team will battle in the 2024 Senior League … more
Cars fill the grassy area at Barrington Town Beach.
Should Barrington ban non-resident parking at beach on weekends, holidays?
Carl Kustell is concerned about a potential parking problem at Barrington Beach.   The Barrington Town Council President said he has learned that on many weekends and holidays, … more
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Portsmouth Emergency Management Agency Director Ray Perry (left) and Hummocks resident John Vitkevich on Teddi’s Beach, looking south toward the ocean. The spot in Island Park is one of the most vulnerable locally in the event of a major hurricane.
Portsmouth: When the ‘big one’ comes, will you be ready?
PORTSMOUTH — John Vitkevich stood on Teddi’s Beach on the north end of Park Avenue Tuesday, pointing to the open Atlantic Ocean. “We’re standing in one of the most … more
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The graduating class of 2024 cadets from the Rhode Island State Police Academy were sworn into service on June 21 during a ceremony held at the CCRI-Lincoln campus.
Quintet with city ties are sworn in as Rhode Island State Troopers
Five cadets with city ties were among the graduates of the 2024 Rhode Island State Police Academy. Troopers Jaren Alves, Noel Miranda, Kyle Murphy, Alex Newton and Joseph Rego and their … more
Members of the FAST TRACK youth track and field club's 7-8-year-old Region 1 and New England championship-winning 4x100 meter relay team included (from left to right) Saige James, Sarah Chin, Amalia Barroso Arias and Alaysiah Kane along with coach Ernest Fennell. The quartet are among several club athletes who have qualified for national meet next week at Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas.
Several city youth tracksters earn spots at USTAF Nationals
Athletes from East Providence on the FAST TRACK youth track and field club team earned top finishes at the Region 1 USATF Junior Olympic Track & Field Championships held last weekend in New York … more
The suspects in the July 16 armed robbery attempt in East Providence are (left to right) David Ramos, Abel Nolasco and Alex Manuel Jesus Marte.
East Providence Police name suspects in armed robbery case
EAST PROVIDENCE — East Providence Police have identified the three suspects in an armed robbery attempt Tuesday morning, … more
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Barrington Police Chief Michael Correia said the department will be flying drones over the bird sanctuary periodically, and people can also expect to see increased police patrols.
Barrington Police increasing patrols at bird sanctuary on Wampanoag Trail
Planning a walk at the Osamequin Nature Preserve? Do not be surprised if you see a police drone flying overhead.   Barrington Police Chief Michael Correia said the department will be taking … more
Tiverton ace Lexi Fredricks struck out 3 and gave up 11 hits, 8 walks and 12 runs in the 12-0 state semifinal loss to Cranston Western.
Tiverton Majors Softball season halts in state semis
The Tiverton Majors Softball All-Stars ended their season, falling to Cranston Western 12-0 in the state semifinals on Tuesday night.  Tiverton managed just two hits off Cranston Western pitcher … more
Gavin Labolita (left) Louie Botelho celebrate with Preston DeSousa (mid-left) and Jackson Adams after DeSousa homered in the fifth inning.
Bristol-Warren 12U All-Stars go on improbable run to earn District 2 title
After losing to Newport in June, Bristol-Warren rattled off five consecutive wins, including two over Barrington, to earn the 12U District title. more
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With more students attending out-of-district career and tech programs, has the current school transportation system become outdated? (File photo)
Portsmouth lawmakers seek potential changes for school transportation
PORTSMOUTH — A new legislative study commission will look for ways to improve the statewide school transportation system under a resolution that was sponsored by Sen. Linda Ujifusa and Rep. … more
MG Commercial Real Estate was recently purchased by George Paskalis and Barrington resident Leeds Mitchell IV (shown).
Business partners purchase real estate company
The full-service commercial real estate brokerage company MG Commercial Real Estate has been purchased by the firm’s two long-time partners, George Paskalis and Leeds Mitchell IV.   … more
Photographs from the notice of claim show the protruding staircase on State Street leading to Water Street. Bristol resident Denise Procaccini suffered a dislocated arm and broken elbow as a result of tripping over the staircase in April.
Potential lawsuit in the works following trip-and-fall on Warren street
A personal injury law firm is looking into who should be possibly help liable should a Bristol woman go forward with a lawsuit following a trip and fall incident that occurred on State Street in Warren in April. more
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Barrington Police: Owners of aggressive dog will not be cited
The owners of a dog that crashed through a glass door at a neighbor’s house and forced that family to retreat into a bedroom will not be cited by police.   Barrington Police Chief … more
East Providence Police arrest three after armed robbery
EAST PROVIDENCE — A social media transaction gone wrong is considered the likely cause of a shooting incident in city Tuesday morning, July 16. East Providence Police were alerted to a … more
Mason Ferreira slides home with a run for the Rumford Minor Baseball All-Stars during their Ron Silva/District 2 Tournament win over Warren Sunday night, July 14.
Rumford rolls to Silva Tourney winners' final, EP Central stays alive
EAST PROVIDENCE — The city's two entrants into the Ron Silva/Minor Baseball Division District 2 All-Star Tournament won again in games played Sunday night, July 14. EP Central, which lost … more
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Max Brandle takes his oath of office at the January 2023 inauguration ceremony. Brandle did not return signatures to get on the 2024 ballot, opting not to continue pursuit of a third term on the School Committee.
Brandle opts not to continue pursuit of East Providence School Committee seat
EAST PROVIDENCE — In the inimitable words of "Queen" another one bites the dust, which isn't necessarily a good thing for residents of the city when it comes to elections in the 2024 cycle. … more
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