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Letter: The facts behind gun violence in America

To the editor: An letter in this paper last week focused on assault weapons without referencing the crisis of gun violence in America. The facts that I cite here are from sources including the … more

2/6/25

Letter: Citizens for Peace deny antisemitism accusation

To the editor: In the January 30th issue, “Library forum a defense of antisemitism”, Jonathan Carney’s letter to the editor was misleading and insulting. To set the record … more

2/6/25

Letter: Weaponized journalism is everywhere

To the editor: By now every American knows or should know about the freedoms and rights we as Americans have. Sadly, what we don't have aynmore is honest journalism. That is unbiased facts … more

2/6/25

Letter: Why are cars being permitted to park in restricted areas?

To the editor: I live in the Roberta Plat behind the Barrington Middle School. On Jan. 31, I was returning home from running errands. The weather was winter dreary. It was lightly raining … more

2/5/25

Letter: Will anyone address the improper fiscal management in Barrington?

To the editor: Ah, it’s January in Barrington. That special time of year when we perform that annual tradition where we talk about things we can’t control and we worry if … more

2/5/25

Letter: Our democracy is worthy of a champion

Democracy is messy because everyone has an opinion. Governing in a democracy is hard because finding common ground among swirling opinions is often exceedingly contentious. This dilemma can … more

2/5/25

Letter: Remembering Richie Elwell — what a character!

This is a bit of a follow up to the Town Crier's article of last week. It was the summer of 1968. I had just graduated from high school and took a job working on the greens crew at the Sakonnet … more

2/5/25

Letter: How are teens supposed to get a job?

To the editor: I wanted to speak on a topic that might be seen as relatively subjective, but it is an issue I have been facing for about a year now. There is an issue for me and a number of … more

2/4/25

Letter: Why don’t I feel better?

To the editor: In regard to Hegseth, it’s wonderful that Senator Reed (AKA the “Hawk”) will be looking after our interests in Congress. Why don’t I feel … more

2/4/25

Richmond Elwell, Little Compton’s old lamplighter, switches on the lamps on the Common on July 4, 1976.

The Town Crier — lighting the way in Little Compton

The latest in a series of columns by 'The Town Crier,' celebrating Little Compton's 350th anniversary this year: During the nation’s Bicentennial in 1976, Little Compton chose to celebrate … more

2/4/25

Impacted by opioids? Westport wants your input

Members of the Westport Opioid Settlement Fund Advisory Committee (OSFAC) will hold a focus group next Monday, Feb. 10, in the Westport Library’s north room. It runs from 5 to 6:30 p.m. … more

2/4/25

Turbulent waves keep rolling out of Washington

Ian Donnis’ Rhode Island politics roundup for Jan. 31, 2025 1. STORY OF THE WEEK: If the past week tells us anything, here are a few starting points: 1) Democratic-leaning states like … more

By Ian Donnis | 2/4/25

Editorial: Too big for its britches

It was the Facebook post heard around the world. Despite the Fourth of July Committee’s best effort at deploying the “sandwich” method of bad news delivery between slices of … more

1/31/25

Letter: Warren Tree Commission accomplishments are a team effort

To the editor: The Warren Tree Commission appreciates two articles written in the January 22 Warren Times (Council confirms 'voice of the forest' Largess as new tree warden," "Willow at Town Beach … more

1/30/25

Letter: July 4th volunteers do not deserve disrespectful public scrutiny

To the editor, According to Webster’s Dictionary, a volunteer is a person who works for an organization without being paid. I have been a member of the Bristol Fourth of July … more

1/29/25

Letter: Library forum a defense of antisemitism

To the editor: Last week the group “East Bay Citizens for Peace” did a forum at Rogers Free Library called “The Weaponization of Antisemitism.” Fearing the forum would be … more

1/29/25

Letter: Change is hard, but sometimes necessary

To the editor: This is your wake up call, Bristol. Apparently there is a great deal of grumbling and discontent over the recent decision by the 4th of July Committee to relocate the concert … more

1/29/25

Letter: Concert series a victim of its own success

To the editor: The latest controversy to hit Bristol is the recent announcement by the 4th Of July Committee that their popular concert series leading up to the 4th has been moved from … more

1/29/25

Letter: In defense of free speech

To the editor: In response to the letter to the editor of Jan 23, 2025, in which the republican author mentioned having been the victim of name calling and offensive labeling over this past … more

1/29/25

Letter: Committee’s concert vote not made lightly

To the editor: My name is Patti Nenna, and I have been a long-time member of the 4th of July and concert committee and assumed responsibility as sub-committee chair in 2019. Our budget in 2024 … more

1/29/25

Letter: An assault rifle ban will make you less safe

To the editor: This is the most dangerous time of year for Rhode Islanders. It is when the legislature is back in session and the politicians gather to play their games. Every year, our … more

1/28/25

Letter: Worried about election consequences? There is help locally

We 33 members of the Westport Democratic Town Committee watched with great interest the inauguration of Donald Trump as our nation’s 47th president. His life embodies, his campaign espoused, … more

1/27/25

Trump comes out swinging, pushes immigration to the forefront

STORY OF THE WEEK: President Trump ’s use of an executive order to try to eliminate birthright citizenship — a right enshrined in the Constitution not long after the Civil War — … more

By Ian Donnis | 1/27/25

Letter: It's not easy being a Republican in R.I.

To the Editor, This week marked an important day for the nation; On Monday, January 20th, President-elect Donald J. Trump was sworn in as 47th President of the United States. After winning 31 … more

1/27/25

Letter: Thank you, Bristol Rotary!

To the Editor: A few weeks ago, the Bristol Phoenix featured an article by Michelle Mercure in which she aptly summarized the plight of the food pantries in the area and the people they serve. … more

1/27/25