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To the editor: Housing affordability in Little Compton: A turning point
We are at a turning point in the town of Little Compton. As it becomes increasingly difficult for people to afford to live here, we are facing a crucial moment. What we do, or fail to do, will … more
To the editor: Offshore wind may annihilate threatened whale species
The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) published a draft of their strategy to protect the critically endangered North Atlantic … more
This Tiverton home is a good example of the real estate market in 2022. It listed for $1,950,000 and sold for over-asking at $2 million.
The spring market may look familiar – low inventory, high prices
The housing market in the East Bay has been in a whirlwind for the past few years, and experts don’t expect much of a change when spring comes around. Lowered post-pandemic interest rates are … more
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‘It’s always a good time to buy’
t’s no secret that over the past few years, the housing market has been one of the hottest topics, especially among new buyers. We saw major shifts when the pandemic hit; between heightened … more
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Data from the Rhode Island State Police, which aggregates information from each municipal police department, shows that the total number of arrests among 11-15- and 16-20-year-olds in Warren was rising prior to Covid, and is on the rise again since 2020.
Data shows arrests among youth increasing since 2020
Crime among adolescents and teens has gone up since 2020, with multiple East Bay communities seeing their highest number of arrests in 2021 or 2022. We examine this troubling trend and search for reasons why that might be. more
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After an adult life and professional career that took her out west for many years, Jan Schmidt is back in Rhode Island, living in East Providence, performing and teaching music as much as she possibly can.
Meet Jan Schmidt: A performer who loves the stage
At 5 o’clock on a recent Wednesday evening at the Hometown Tavern in Warren, R.I., singer, performer, pianist and teacher Jan Schmidt took the stage. Not the bandstand, where, in two hours, … more
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Tiverton students critical of district after bomb, intruder incidents
Frustrated students gave Tiverton school leaders an earful when they spoke at a special school safety public forum held at the high school last week in the wake of two recent incidents —   … more
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Letter: Compassionate Care Act has many flaws
To the editor: Recently, a guest editorial by Bonnie Evans praised the euphemistically named “Compassionate Care Act” being proposed once again at the State House. Far too many … more
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Portsmouth High’s Morgan Casey looks to pass while being sandwiched by a pair of East Providence opponents during the Patriots’ 59-46 home win Thursday night, Feb. 9.
Portsmouth snaps losing streak, beats Townies 59-46
PORTSMOUTH — A little home cooking was all the Portsmouth High varsity girls’ basketball team needed to get back on track. more
Coyote encounters more likely this year, Westport ACO says
Westport Animal Control Officer Nick Vidmar sees his share of coyotes. This year their  behavior has not been normal, he said, and residents should take heed. Vidmar spoke before the board … more
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Students are leaving, but the money is not
The State of Rhode Island is poised to spend more money than ever before to educate fewer students than anytime in the 21st century. Gov. Dan McKee’s proposed state budget, still to be … more
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Portsmouth High boys’ hockey team head coach Greg Cunningham talks with his players during an Injury Fund game against Barrington in December.
PHS boys' hockey team forfeiting 2 games after drinking incident
PORTSMOUTH — In the wake of a Snapchat video showing three members of the Portsmouth High boys’ hockey team drinking alcohol in the locker room following a Feb. 3 win in West … more
School enrollment is just one factor in determining how much state educational aid each school district receives, as this table clearly illustrates. We took the amount of total state educational aid that several nearby communities are slated to receive under the governor’s proposed fiscal 2024 budget, and divided it by that district’s enrollment to come up with a per-pupil figure. As you can see, Portsmouth ranks at the bottom. Also note that among the districts listed here, only Barrington and Bristol-Warren are slated to receive more aid this year under the governor’s proposed budget; all the others are facing cuts.
Are Portsmouth schools being shortchanged on aid?
PORTSMOUTH — For more than a decade, school and town officials have lamented how the Portsmouth school district is getting the short end of the stick when it comes to its share of annual … more
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Why the opioid epidemic remains front and center in R.I.
STORY OF THE WEEK: For most people, the opioid epidemic is probably out of sight, out of mind. But Rhode Island is still reaping the whirlwind from the epidemic, as those who struggle with addiction … more
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Commentary: 2022 was a banner year for Tiverton Land Trust
I am pleased to report that 2022 was a productive year for your Tiverton Land Trust. In this same letter last year, I suggested we intended to keep our momentum going as we entered the new year 2022, … more
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Letter: Offshore wind opponents are only muddying the waters
A “Gish Gallop” is a debate technique where you attempt to overwhelm your opponent with an unrelenting barrage of arguments, with little regard for the truth. Using quantity over quality … more
Two tomes, a thriller and a murder mystery
Two huge books this time. But, I like big books (and I cannot lie) if the story is compelling and both of these are very compelling. And, a few fun reads (a murder mystery and a thriller). … more
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Fly-fishermen works the cinder worm hatch.
Mass. implements right whale closures and restrictions
It was unusual to have right whales feeding on the surface in Cape Cod Bay last month. They usually appear there in the spring. Warming water, a change in bait and forage fish profiles and other … more
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Portsmouth High’s Elly Skeels smiles as she finishes the 4x200-meter girls’ relay finals ahead of her rivals during Saturday’s Indoor Track and Field Class Championships at the Providence Career & Technical Academy. The PHS team, which also featured Poppy Jelley, Sonia Staroscik, and Emily Deconto, clocked a time of 1:51.27 to win the event in the Medium Division.
Portsmouth boys take 3rd, girls 6th in Class Championships
PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth High School indoor boys’ track squad took third place as a team in Class B during Saturday’s Class Championships at Providence Career & … more
Several disciplined for racial taunts at Tiverton basketball game
The Tiverton School Department has taken disciplinary action against spectators who allegedly used abusive, racial and inappropriate language during a basketball matchup between host Tiverton and … more
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Letter: Don't look to the bluebird for a sign of spring
If you have just seen a Bluebird and are jumping up and down with joy and excitement thinking it is a sign of spring — stop jumping. Not only do they winter here, but according to my bird Guru, … more
A pair of Gloucestershire Old Spot pigs wile away a summer afternoon at Sweet Goat Farm on Adamvsille Road.
Westport welcomes new piggery to Adamsville Road
Though it's usually a bad sign when abutters show up when a property owner is asking for changes to their land, a couple who plan to start breeding pigs at their 138 Adamsville Road farm in Westport … more
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Commentary: A Portrait of Offshore Wind Companies
First, we would like to reiterate that we recognize the threat of climate change and understand the urgency to drastically reduce carbon emissions. We cannot wait for the perfect solution; yet, nor … more
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Susan Bodington, of the Little Compton Housing Trust, addresses the crowd at the United Congregational Church of Little Compton Friday evening.
As home prices soar, advocates ponder Little Compton's future
His years on the Little Compton Housing Trust haven’t been easy or admittedly, very fruitful. But Patrick Bowen believes 2023 could bring a sea change in the availability of affordable housing … more
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