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Letter: A round of ‘a-paws’ for the Portsmouth Dog Park

To the editor (dear humans): We — the pooches, hounds, mutts, pups and zoomie-loving doggos who frequent the Portsmouth Dog Park — wish to convey our thanks for supporting … more

5/5/25

Celebrate RI Day of Reason

To the editor: On May 6th, Rhode Island Atheists will gather at the State House Bell Room at 3pm to celebrate religious freedom on the RI Day of Reason, a day that is now officially recognized … more

5/5/25

Bike path traffic flow is fine the way it is

To the editor: I read with interest — and disappointment — your story ("Bill amending bike path use heads to committee," eastbayri.com) about the bill proposed by Reps. Speakman and … more

5/5/25

Great stories celebrating great people

To the editor: I may sound like a broken record, however once again Manny Correira has nailed another of his excellent articles celebrating Bristol’s heritage and fine folks. The photo on … more

5/5/25

Antidote to despair

To the editor: Day 100 of the current administration is upon us. With that formidable reality, I rise each day struggling to choose hope over despair. You may be feeling similarly—daunted … more

5/5/25

Mark your calendars for Stamp Out Hunger

To the editor: It's that time of year when kind individuals, such as yourselves, can help the less fortunate in your area. How? By leaving non-perishable food by your mailbox or on your porch, to be … more

5/5/25

Balancing interests for the leader of the Senate, who's the leader of the union

STORY OF THE WEEK: After Val Lawson won election Tuesday as the new president of the Rhode Island Senate , she faced a battery of reporters’ questions about her dual role as head of that … more

By Ian Donnis | 5/5/25

Letter: Reducing vehicle speed is one way to save lives

To the editor: We are writing in response to Lawrence Bowen’s letter to the editor which stated that there is insufficient data to support the use of speed cameras in school zones in … more

5/2/25

Letter: Why not consider speed bumps first?

To the editor: Although I now live in Florida, I enjoy following the latest controversies in my native Barrington. The latest seems to be speed cameras in school zones. Pardon me if … more

5/2/25

Editorial: How much does a national championship cost?

The Barrington High School Science Olympiad team is going to nationals. That is great news and worth plastering all over the Barrington Booster Board at the intersection of County Road and Federal. … more

5/2/25

Letter: Barrington Farm School opens for the season

To the editor: As the 2025 season begins, Barrington Farm School reflects with deep gratitude on the continued support of our vibrant community. With your help, we’ve preserved this … more

5/2/25

Letter: Where exactly do we need to put speed cameras?

To the editor: I seldom read in the newspaper's Police Report of an accident along a street in front of a school, but it's not unusual to read of accidents on The Trail, County Road, various … more

5/2/25

Letter: If you don’t like it here, leave

To the editor: I’ll make this short and sweet to save space. I’m not alone here and I am sick and tired of folks moving to our country and complaining about all that happens to make … more

5/1/25

Letter: Recent Town Hall was fear-mongering by Democrat puppets

To the editor: I recently attended the Town Hall with our federal delegation, including Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse, and Congressman Gabe Amo. Hosted by the Newport County League of … more

5/1/25

Letter: Careful what you wish for – Active Democrats could become ex-Democrats

To the editor: In the spirit of bipartisanship, I took the advice of Mr. Erich Haslehurst of the Bristol Democratic Town Committee, as per his previous letter, to get involved; so, I attended the … more

5/1/25

Letter: Bike path debate a model of respectful engagement and discourse

To the editor: Thank you for Mike Rego’s comprehensive article on the bill that I sponsored seeking reconsideration of the “rules of the road” on Rhode Island bike paths. And thank … more

5/1/25

Farewell to the longest-serving lawmaker in Rhode Island

1. STORY OF THE WEEK: The unexpected death of Rhode Island Senate President Dominick Ruggerio at age 76 on Monday marks the end of an era in more ways than one. Ruggerio, widely revered by his … more

By Ian Donnis | 4/29/25

Letter: Know your zoning board, as Seasons vote approaches

On Wednesday, May 7, the Tiverton Zoning Board will vote on whether to allow a Seasons gas station, store and drive-up restaurant to be built at the corner of Main and Souza roads. Prior letters … more

4/29/25

Letter: Seasons — an accident waiting to happen

There have been numerous statements made about the already problematic site of the proposed Seasons gas station in terms of traffic and safety, and the common sense conclusion that having a Seasons … more

4/29/25

Letter: We don’t need a reenactment, we’re under attack now

To the editor: This year the great irony is that while we watch a pretend reenactment of a 400 year old attack on our town by the British monarchy our very same town is under direct attack by … more

4/28/25

Letter: Secondhand smoke in casinos is a killer

To the editor: Secondhand smoke (SHS), is killing people. Workers at casinos that still allow indoor smoking are at elevated risk. I have worked at what is now called Ballys in Lincoln, since … more

4/28/25

Letter: Reviving Rhode Island's legacy of principled action

To the editor: Rhode Island was founded by a man who refused to accept the authority of centralized power. Roger Williams broke from the Puritan consensus and built a political vision rooted in … more

4/28/25

Column: Did you know a magician once worked for The Post?

If you've ever tried to take and develop quality photos with a black and white film camera, you know just how magical it is when you succeed. more

By Ethan Hartley | 4/24/25

Letter: Help us build a better community for tomorrow

Help build a better community tomorrow by investing your time and talent in Scholarship Foundation of East Providence today. more

4/24/25

Do deportation efforts show 'a complete disrespect for the Constitution'?

STORY OF THE WEEK: If the sine qua non of President Donald Trump is about pushing boundaries, the apex of that tendency is coming front and center. The showdown over Kilmar Abrego Garcia in … more

By Ian Donnis | 4/21/25