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Members of the Barrington High School and Mt. Hope High School baseball teams pose for a photo following Sunday's game.
East Bay baseball teams rally to fight cancer
The Barrington High School baseball team defeated Mt. Hope 9-3 in a non-league game on Sunday, May 21. The Eagles and Huskies use the game as a fund-raiser — all money raised at the game … more
Chief Kevin Lynch is award the new trophy after the Police won 11-10 in extra innings to win the first annual B battle of the Badges softball game.
Police win first Battle of the Badges softball game
Chief Kevin Lynch held up the trophy and the police celebrated after winning the first annual Battle of the Badges softball game 11-10, in extra innings in front of a large cheering crowd at the Colt … more
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This new sign that recently cropped up on the Portsmouth side of the Mt. Hope Bridge (an identical sign is posted on the Bristol side) makes it clear that bikes are not welcome, which came as a surprise to local bike advocates. The R.I. Bridge and Turnpike Authority, however, says bicycles have never been permitted despite earlier signs and bike maps to the contrary.
Mt. Hope Bridge ban bewilders bikers
PORTSMOUTH — New signs recently cropped up on both sides of the Mt. Hope Bridge: “NO Pedestrians, Bicycles, Mopeds." more
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A photo taken in May shows the last standing remnants of the original structure. According to its HDC project monitor, the building had severe structural issues requiring the demolition of most of the property.
Bristol home, built in 1754, undergoing total renovation
A near total demolition of a house built prior to the Revolutionary War has caused concern among some residents, but the Town's Historic District Commission assures everything is on the up and up. more
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Transfer station worker Paul LaPierre picks cardboard out of the metals bin at the Hedly Street facility in October 2022. In light of the ever-increasing expense of trash disposal, the town is looking into providing a town-wide curbside collection program, while keeping the transfer station open just for bulky and diversionary items.
Portsmouth takes another step toward curbside collection
PORTSMOUTH — In an attempt to find a solution to its trash collection problems, the Town Council Monday night narrowly passed a motion to advertise a request for proposals (RFP) to … more
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Cole Vieira, shown in an earlier match this season, led the Eagles to wins over Tiverton and Rogers recently.
Barrington golf team continues to win
The Barrington High School golf team defeated Tiverton and Rogers on May 16. The Eagles finished with a low team score of 162, while the Tigers were second at 218 and the Vikings were third at 232. … more
From left to right: Cory Jacques, John Miranda, Andrew Giovannini, Scott Mlynek, Lance Ratkoski, and Jim Murhpy, are all a part of the effort to revitalize and re-energize the second oldest Masonic Lodge in America.
Warren Masons open up their historic lodge to the community
A recent psychic medium experience is just one of the many events that the lodge’s new events committee has recently cooked up to generate buzz, interest in the building and freemasonry itself, and (crucially) fundraising for the continuous renovations required to keep the 224-year-old building going. more
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A photo taken from the property's MLS listing shows heavy equipment at the Highland Road quarry.
Neighbors rally to stop Tiverton quarry
A group of Tiverton residents is fighting a 536 Highland Road quarry operator whose activities, they allege, violate town ordinances and are disrupting the quality of life in their once peaceful area … more
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Matt Davis dives safely into third base while competing against Mount St. Charles, Thursday.
Eagles bash Mounties on Senior Day
The Barrington High School baseball team bounced back from a recent loss to defeat Mount St. Charles 16-5 on BHS Senior Day.   The Eagles tallied 14 hits, led by Quinn Murphy who hit for … more
Tiverton's Adam Costa hits an overhead as partner Aidan Sweeney watches on during their win at third singles for the Tigers over East Providence in the D-II playoffs Tuesday, May 23.
Tigers tip Townies in boys' tennis playoffs
EAST PROVIDENCE — A week and a day after suffering a narrow, 4-3 setback at home to East Providence in one of its final regular season matches, the Tiverton High School boys' tennis team … more
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Police reveal details in house party death
Records released by the Little Compton Police Department last Wednesday reveal more details about the death of Swansea resident Steven Velozo, who died at a house party on Pottersville Road in Little … more
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Westport schools expected to eliminate two classes
Westport Community Schools will likely eliminate one grade school class and one Pre-K section by the end of the month — victims, the superintendent said, of tough budgetary times. … more
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Woman killed after vehicle strikes tree in Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH — A 69-year-old Middletown woman died from injuries sustained in an accident on Indian Avenue Monday night. more
Moms Madeline Crowell (left) and Katie Grifka (second from right), of Bristol, went to the Sunday show with their daughters, Sophia and Alana Crowell, and Gabriella and Giuliana Grifka. Madline wrote: “The concert was incredible! Wow, what a show!”
Readers rave after a weekend with Taylor Swift
At times last weekend, it seemed like everyone was either going to one of the three Taylor Swift concerts at Gillette Stadium, was talking to someone who was going, or was “Liking” a post … more
A handcuffed Jacob Morrill (center), 24, of Portsmouth, appears at his arraignment late Tuesday morning in 2nd Division District Court in Newport. He was charged with first-degree murder in the killing of his landlord, Xue Feng Wu, and ordered held without bail.
Portsmouth murder victim identified as suspect’s landlord
A 24-year-old local man has been charged with first-degree murder after allegedly killing his landlord, 50-year-old Xue Feng Wu, by striking him with a small axe at his rental property. more
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Workers carefully transport the nest onto the platform they had rigged onto a pole that originally held the nest.
Osprey nest that caused power outages in Bristol, Warren is moved
As ospreys are habitual creatures, they return to the same spots to nest each season. Not understanding the intricacies of modern power grids, a rigid power line structure seemed as good a spot as any to the protected bird, so they built it there. more
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Rumford residents Cameron and Brenda Booth will be recognized with EBCAP's Vision Award.
EBCAP recognizes East Providence trio at annual Seaside Gala
Two local residents and a long-time city administrator will be recognized by the the East Bay Community Action Program, known to most as EBCAP, at the organization's 18th Annual Seaside Gala on June … more
A runner taunts his family while trying to get as muddy as possible in Hampden Meadow's "Tough Tiger" race.
Huge crowd turns out for Tough Tiger in Barrington
Maybe it was the beautiful weather. Maybe it was the exciting course. Or maybe it was the promise of a bubble bath that drew more than 1,000 people to the annual Hampden Meadows School Tough … more
Portsmouth’s terrible night: A homicide and fatal car crash
PORTSMOUTH — Police are investigating an alleged homicide that took place Monday night at 1722 West Main Road. more
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Skipper Charlie Enright takes in the view of the throng of fans on land and boat from Mālama’s bowsprit during the Leg 5 start of the Ocean Race 2023 on Sunday.
Enright and Ocean Race fleet leave Newport to embark on Leg 5
The shorelines along Newport and Jamestown were jam packed with cheering fans and the bay was crammed with spectator boats blasting their horns as 11th Hour Racing skipper Charlie Enright and the … more
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Barrington’s Julia Little sits with John Cariani, who plays the role of her father in the production of Ragtime.
Little girl with big dreams performs at Symphony Hall
Barrington resident Julia Little is living out her dream — the nine-year-old recently performed in Ragtime at Symphony Hall in Boston and will take her talents to Tanglewood this summer. … more
Trash and recycle bins sit lined up on Water Street.
Warren trash pickup days are going to change, starting July 10
Every street will have a new pickup day for trash and recycling, so check out the article to see where your street lands on the schedule. more
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Sophia Kelly's state-wide winning submission for the "Doodle for Google" contest was prominently displayed at the 2023 EPHS Student Art Show held May 18.
East Providence's Kelly wins Google state art contest
EAST PROVIDENCE — East Providence High School senior Sophia Kelly is one of Google's 55 state and territory winners — selected among tens of thousands of submissions — for its 15th … more
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Council backs administration's attempt to curb graffiti in East Providence
EAST PROVIDENCE — The City Council at its May 16 meeting passed an amended ordinance requested by the administration of Mayor Bob DaSilva and the East Providence Police Department, … more
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Second baseman Hailey Ferreira (left) looks on as shortstop Julia Allen takes the throw from catcher Ava Waddell on as a Woonsocket baserunner attempts to steal second base during their game on Monday.
Softball team beats Toll Gate, loses to Woonsocket and Prout
The Mt. Hope softball team, after winning five straight, lost two of their three games this week, to fall to 10-3 in Division II, 10-4 overall. The Huskies who have lost in the finals each of the … more
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