Question: Should Barrington Beach parking be returned to resident-only for the summer season? Jessica Martin — Democrat: Yes. During the peak summer season, Barrington Beach parking …

A local man got a smelly surprise when he paddled out to his boat for a late season sail on Friday. David Borton of Pawtucket, who moors his Sea Sprite at the Herreshoff Marine Museum was planning to …

This spring, Barrington residents had the opportunity to propose changes to the individual line items in the municipal budget. That was not the case with the school budget, where any proposed change …

One of the most enduring businesses in Warren, owned and operated by one the town's foundational families, was recently recognized with another accolade when Blount Boats was selected by the Small …

Monday, September 21 A caller reported yelling in the area of DeWolf Avenue and West Street around 6:45 p.m. They were unsure if it was a gathering or a disturbance, however responding officers …

Question: What is your assessment of the working relationship between the school committee and town council? Do you feel there is room for improvement? Sarah Whiting — Democrat: I think …

Question: Should you be elected, what will be your top priority — one specific piece of legislation — that you will pursue at the RI Statehouse? Joseph DePasquale — Independent: RI …

In an effort to provide more consistency, the Rhode Island Department of Transportation has made some changes. The DOT changed the motorist rights-of-way in the traffic circles on Willett Avenue near …

A local cat café and rescue owner has started a GoFundMe to pursue her dream of launching a full rescue behind the café on 137 Main Road Bajah’s Rescue currently has 19 cats, 15 of which are …

The South Coast Harvest Festival runs Friday through Sunday at the Westport Fairgrounds, after organizers cancelled it as the nor’easter approached last week. “We can’t wait to …

PORTSMOUTH — Several roads will be temporarily closed Saturday, Oct. 3, for the Portsmouth High School Homecoming Parade.

Candidates for the Ward 4 seat on the city council, the Ward 4 seat of the East Providence School Committee, and the seat to represent East Providence in the Rhode Island Senate will meet on Oct. 5 and Oct. 13 for candidate forums hosted by the League of Women Voters.

Westport Wildcats Striker Lily Veracka scored the 100th goal of her career during an 8-0 shellacking of Atlantis Charter School in Fall River last Tuesday, putting her within sight of the all-time …

PORTSMOUTH — Boys Town New England has received national recognition for its work helping children find safe homes and supporting families throughout Rhode Island. The Portsmouth-based …

The superb unbeaten start to the 2026 season for the Mt. Hope High School boys' soccer club came to a close last Tuesday night, Sept. 29, as the Huskies suffered their first defeat to date, a 2-0 …

The Portsmouth Water and Fire District will begin its fall water main flushing program Monday, Oct. 5, with work continuing on selected nights through Oct. 15. Flushing will take place from 8 …

The Warren Heritage Foundation’s 12th Annual Gala gathering takes place Saturday, Oct. 17, at Parker Mills off Metacom Avenue, this year's event titled "Harvest to Heritage" with an …

The Bristol BookFest (BBF) steering committee is already hard at work on its seventh season. They’ve picked the dates, April 2 to 3, 2027. They’ve picked the writer, William Shakespeare. And …

The East Providence High School Hall of Fame Committee will induct five new members during their induction ceremony on Sunday Oct. 18.

The Bristol Fire Department is holding a blood drive for the Rhode Island Blood Center this Sunday, Oct. 4 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Department headquarters at 4 Annawamscutt Drive. Sponsored …

In a year with 11 contested races for local political positions representing East Providence, only six of those races will be featured in League of Women Voters forums. Here's why.

The Audubon Society of Rhode Island (ASRI) was joined by government officials, community leaders, project partners and supporters on Friday, Sept. 25, to break ground on a solar carport at the …

The Bristol Fire Dept. held its annual Old-Timer’s Clamboil last Friday afternoon, but unlike previous engagements; this year’s event included thoughts of past Bristol Fire Chief David Sylvaria, …

A Barrington Planning Board meeting which is expected to feature an important change in the Belton Court Village housing development application will take place on Nov. 3. It is also Election Day. …

The Warren Athletic Hall of Fame Committee has announced its Class of 2026 inductees, honoring the exploits and achievements of those from recent years to decades gone by.  The annual …