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Here are some of the top stories we reported from the East Bay region this week. In case you missed them, don't worry. We'll help you catch up!

OUR TOP STORIES ...

‘Barrington Town Center’ signs are going, going … gone

How open is your government?

BHS graduation: The picture of perseverance

From the superintendent: Graduates made me proud

Gallery: EPHS holds Class of 2023 commencement

Bristol to chop dozens of trees to battle invasive larvae

A total of 66 Ash trees in Bristol have been identified as a slight, moderate, or severe risk to public safety thanks to the invasive Emerald Ash Borer. MORE

Trailblazing vessel for world peace to visit Bristol on June 13

Tattoo artist finds a welcome home on Warren's Main Street

A vandal tried to stop her Pride fund-raiser, so she’s making it even bigger and better

STORIES TO MAKE YOU SMILE ...

Volunteer Gardeners spruce up Warren post office with native plants

'Tom's Garden' is dedicated at Bristol's Benjamin Church

Walley Street bench honors RI's longest tenured phone company employee

Marie Sullivan spent 47 years working for the phone company. She passed away on April 4, 2009, and over 14 years later, her legacy was secured at Walley Street Beach. MORE

GOOD NEWS FROM THE SCHOOLS ...

Mt. Hope construction students build Gaga Ball pit for elementary school

A story for the young and the young at heart, these high schoolers just used their budding talents to benefit a local elementary school. MORE

Tiverton history buffs go national

Colt Andrews students give historical lessons at the push of a button

THE POLICE BEAT ...

Tiverton's Finest now armed with body cams

Following quickly in the footsteps of the state, the Tiverton Police Department is now requiring officers to wear body-worn cameras at all times during their shift — mwhether it be during … MORE

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Warren PD: Two arrests and multiple vehicles vandalized by BB gun

Warren Police made two arrests and investigated apparent vandalism via a BB gun between May 29 and June 5, 2023. MORE

Bristol PD: Two arrests and the 'mystery' of the stolen bench

OPINIONS ...

Editorial: Best practices in government

A year ago, no one could have imagined that the Barrington School Committee would quickly become the model for openness in government. For much of the past five years, that board was mired in … MORE

Letter: Fasten our seatbelts on the Robin Rug thrill ride

To the editor: Bette Davis, in her star performance of “All About Eve,: famously said, “Fasten your seatbelts, it’s going to be a bumpy night.” I wish it had said, … MORE

Letter: Offshore wind has vast benefits for the public

Editor’s note: The writer submitted this letter to the Portsmouth Town Council in advance of its May 25 workshop on SouthCoast Wind, which he was unable to attend. MORE

Letter: The AR-15 is indeed an assault-style weapon

To the editor: While I appreciate Mr. Huth’s bringing facts to the discussion of firearms safety (“Preventing criminal gun use requires facts, not fiction,” May 25 Portsmouth … MORE

Letter: Volleyball complex would create chaos for area

To the editor: I am responding to your article, “From town dump to sports Oasis”? As a longtime Portsmouth resident, I am familiar with this area. AP Enterprises would be … MORE

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