Second allegation surfaces against Barrington school bus monitor
Barrington School officials have notified families across town about a second sexual assault allegation levied against a Barrington … Read More
Fincom throws Westport beaches a $13,000 lifeline
Westport beaches will be fully staffed for the remainder of the month, after the finance committee voted unanimously Tuesday to … Read More
Crowell, Lewis tie for final seat in Little Compton Budget Committee race
Members of the Little Compton Town Council will decide who fills the last of three budget committee seats, after incumbent George … Read More
Barrington High School athletes place against best in the region
The Barrington High School boys track team competed in the New England Championships, held recently in Connecticut.   Myles … Read More
Poetry, live music, moments of stillness and more in Barrington on Monday
“A Solstice Retreat to Rest, Reflect, Recharge, and Resist,” hosted by Barrington Interfaith Partners, will take place on … Read More
Walker Farm project in Barrington is complete, it is time for a party!
The Town of Barrington and community partners will celebrate the revitalization of Walker Farm on Saturday, June 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 … Read More
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Pride Fest returns to Westport

Westport’s Pride Fest is back, a year after the event was founded by partners Jessie and Keith Dias, owners of the Cat and Raven. This year’s festival runs from noon to 6 p.m. this …

‘Walking Through Wildflowers’ with Audubon

Audubon Caratunk Wildlife Refuge, Seekonk, MA June 22, 2025; 8:00-10:00am Start your day with a morning walk through Caratunk Wildlife Refuge’s beautiful meadows and learn how to identify …

PrideFest Celebration and Night Parade are Saturday in PVD

Rhode Island’s annual PrideFest Celebration & Illuminated Night Parade happen this Saturday, June 21, in downtown Providence. The festival begins at 11:30 a.m. at District Park. A main …
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Obituaries
David Costa David Andrew Costa, age 77, of Swansea, passed away peacefully at home on June 18, 2025. He was the loving husband of Judith A. (Menard) Costa, with whom he shared 54 years of marriage rooted in famil
Stephen Bonniol Stephen R. Bonniol, age 69, of Riverside, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 9, 2025. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Louis and Emily (Burr) Bonniol and brother to two sisters. ...
Barbara Bacon Prudence Island - Barbara M. (Hutton) Bacon, 82, of Prudence Island, died Thursday, June 12, 2025 at Silver Creek Manor, Bristol. She was the beloved wife of the late Nathanael Bacon. Born Providenc
Sports
East Bay Lacrosse: A season to celebrate East Bay Lacrosse celebrated two state championships recently. The East Bay Lacrosse Boys 5/6 team and the Girls 7/8 team each won Division I state championships.   The East Bay 7/8 …
Want to run faster? Check out this Barrington program Do you want to become a stronger runner? Do you want to build overall core and general strength? Do you want to learn about good running technique? Do you want to run with friends and have fun? …
Mt. Hope High golfers complete momentous 2025 season The Mt. Hope High School golf team completed what is considered to be its finest spring in the 32 years since the Bristol Warren merger, finishing near the top of the Eastern Division regular season …
First pitch for annual vintage baseball game is June 21 Once upon a time, long before many of us reading this article were even born, the game of baseball was king of all sports, especially at this time of year, when ball clubs from Bristol and …
Opinion
Letter: An open letter to the RI Congressional delegation, on Israel

The verdict is in on what Israeli apartheid is doing to the Palestinians – ethnic cleansing since the 1948 Nakba and permanent occupation in Gaza and the West Bank since …

Letter: In appreciation of Bristol BookFest — and Bristol

With so much discussion going on about cuts from Washington in funding for cultural matters, it's important that the community here in Bristol know that what has become a major …

Letter: Defend our immigrant communities

The following letter was submitted by the League of Women Voters of Newport County in response to the recent forceful removal of a Newport citizen. Not only are immigrants being …

Letter: Proudly show the colors

To the editor: As America’s “most patriotic town” prepares to celebrate its 240th, it’s time to reflect on the stars and stripes that define us as a nation and the "land …

Letter: Grateful for Rotary’s support of young families

Since 1929, the Bristol Rotary Club has been committed to making a difference in people’s lives. Their recent, generous donation to Looking Upwards’ Parents as …

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