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Barrington's Violet Gagliano, shown during the Eagles' game against South Kingstown, had five goals, three assists and nine draw controls in the win over Portsmouth.
Eagles celebrate seniors with win over Portsmouth
The Barrington High School girls lacrosse team stretched its win streak to six with a 21-14 victory over Portsmouth on Monday night, May 15.   The Eagles’ record improved to 11-2 with … more
Gabe Tanous, shown in a game earlier this season, had a hit in the Eagles' game against Narragansett on Tuesday.
Win streak snapped — Barrington baseball loses to Narragansett
The Barrington High School baseball team lost to Narragansett 3-2 on Tuesday, May 16. The Eagles had reeled off 12 straight wins and locked up a first round bye in the Division II playoffs, … more
Revaluations raise property rates in East Providence
EAST PROVIDENCE — The administration of Mayor Bob DaSilva through the Finance Department announced the tax rate for Fiscal Year 2023 following the state-mandated statistical revaluation … more
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United States Army veteran Arthur Medeiros, who fought in the Battle of the Bulge, smiles beside his daughter, Ellie Joy, during a celebration of his 103rd birthday on May 10 at Benjamin Church Senior Center in Bristol.
World War II veteran celebrates 103rd birthday
If you were to meet Arthur Medeiros at the grocery store or out on the links, you’d probably never guess he was into his third year as a centenarian or that he saw the kind of action in Europe that led to him earning a Bronze Star, two Silver Stars, and three Purple Hearts. more
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Police investigate report of suspicious person on BHS campus
Barrington Police responded quickly to a report of a suspicious person spotted on the Barrington High School campus Wednesday morning, May 17. At about 10 a.m., school officials received … more
Dakota Rioux, a 19-year-old Warren resident, was arrested on April 19, 2022 following a joint investigation of the Bristol and Warren Police Departments.
Warren teen suspected of selling drugs to students officially charged
A Warren teenager who was arrested last year after an investigation by Bristol and Warren police has been officially charged for selling marijuana and THC vape pens, including to students of Mt. Hope High School. more
Val Lawson addresses NEA Rhode Island delegates at the May annual meeting where she and a slate of officers were elected to a three-year term.
NEARI elects East Providence's Lawson as new president
CRANSTON — Long-time East Providence School District teacher and State Senator Val Lawson was elected as the National Education Association Rhode Island's newest president during the … more
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Tiverton council grills schools over spending
The Tiverton Town Council has approved a preliminary spending plan that, pending final approval, will result in a property tax rate of $14.97 for FY 2023-24, versus $14.63 currently — a 34-cent … more
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Voters approved $1 million in appropriations, contingent on a future override vote, at May's annual Town Meeting.
With Town Meeting done, Westport looks to override vote
PIC: Override DIONNE Head Override vote coming this summer Subhead With Town Meeting out of the way, select board mulls next step in estimated $3 million ballot question Jump: … more
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Barrington High School’s Ellie Noonan, shown competing the Eastern Division Championship meet, placed fifth in the pole vault at the Mariner Invitational.
BHS Sports Roundup: Girls track ties for second at Mariner Invitational
The Barrington High School girls track team finished tied for second place at the Mariner Invitational in Narragansett on Saturday, May 13.   Barrington’s Helena Hyde continued her … more
Town Council President John Hanley and Governor Dan McKee shake after signing the Learn365RI compact during a visit to Town Hall last Wednesday afternoon.
Warren becomes sixth town to sign Governor's Learn365RI initiative
The Learn365RI program strives to accelerate statewide student performance on standardized test scores, improve attendance, and increase the percentage of families who successfully file FAFSA paperwork. more
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Barrington resident Thomas Rimoshytus, shown at a previous town meeting, has filed an amendment calling for a new account dedicated to the reconstruction/maintenance of the grass recreation fields.
Barrington FTM motion: Create fields account and fund it with $1.5M
Barrington’s annual Financial Town Meeting will take place on Wednesday, May 24 inside the Barrington High School auditorium at 7 p.m. The meeting is open to the public.   Barrington … more
Five Portsmouth juveniles charged with assault
PORTSMOUTH — Five juveniles have been arrested in connection with an assault that took place on May 5 on the property of Hathaway Elementary School, according to police.   At about … more
James Ciummo (middle) is congratulated by teammates after serving consecutive aces in the first set against Toll Gate, Tuesday.
Eagles top Bolts, Titans and Lions in volleyball
The Barrington High School boys volleyball team improved to 12-1 last week. The Eagles opened the week with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Lincoln on Monday, then crushed Toll Gate 3-0 on Tuesday, … more
Speaking at Saturday’s rally at Island Park Beach, Portsmouth small business owner and fisherman Ralph Craft said offshore wind developers need to “do their due diligence in finding out what they’re going to do to the marine life.”
In Portsmouth: A rally cry against offshore wind
PORTSMOUTH — Bill Thompson pointed to the wind turbine at Portsmouth High School, just east of Island Park Beach where about 90 people gathered Saturday to rally against offshore wind.   … more
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Jacob Cross shoots and scores during the Wildcats 13-1 victory over Cape Cod Tech on Friday.
Wildcats crush Cape Cod Tech 13-1 on senior day
The Westport lacrosse team celebrated their senior day by crushing Cape Cod Tech 13-1 during a league home game on Friday afternoon. The win boosted the Wildcats’ record to 5-9. S enior … more
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Huskies head coach Mike Mazzarella (left) is awarded a plaque from his 4 year old son Brook, via athletic director Christy Belisle, for winning the 100th game of his eight year career. Assistant coach Joe Simeone (right) and the team look on.
Huskies Baseball coach celebrates 100th win
Mt. Hope baseball coach Mike Mazzarella was awarded a plaque by athletic director Christy Belisle for collecting his 100th win as manager of the Huskies nine after  their loss to Coventry on … more
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As Little Compton Town Meeting looms, schools and budget board square off
When voters head to Little Compton's annual Financial Town Meeting next Wednesday, they'll have a budget plan that includes a slight tax rate increase, and a fiscal showdown between supporters of the … more
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East Providence legislators heed call to assist non-profit housing plan
EAST PROVIDENCE — Ask and you shall receive? Following up on a request made by the respective organizations for assistance from the state, two local legislators have submitted bills in … more
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Robert Santos, Senior Associate for architectural firm Perkins Eastman, shows an example of what a hypothetical new high school design could look like to the Bristol Warren School Committee during a meeting on Monday night.
Bristol Warren School Committee okays $200 million ceiling for bond
The move signifies their intent to try and borrow up to $200 million to make repairs and potentially build a new high school. But there are a lot of steps between now and that future. more
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As FTM draws near, Barrington Councilors call for raises
Members of the Barrington Town Council recently voted unanimously to give themselves raises.   Four Council members currently receive $1,000 annual stipends, while the Council President … more
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Members of the Barrington High School LifeSmarts team pose for a photo with a competition mascot during nationals.
Barrington High School finishes third at LifeSmarts Nationals
A team of five students from Barrington High School recently captured third place at the LifeSmarts National Championship.   Barrington’s Aidan Hurlock, Stella Densley, Shaswat … more
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East Providence Zach Mendo putts for birdie on the par 3 fifth hold at the Agawam Hunt Club in his match against Rogers Monday, May 15.
Townies top Vikings in Eastern Division golf match
EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School golf team may not make the revamped 2023 Rhode Island Interscholastic League state championship tournament at the end of the month, but that … more
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From left: Student Dominick Paiva, instructor Jon Aborn, and students Malakai Hughes, Max Taber, Nick Beland, Haiden Grant and Jamie Soares with their Southard Skiff "Muddy Waters."
A Westport original readies for launch
Young boat builders are recreating another piece of Westport's maritime past, and plan to launch her this coming Saturday afternoon at the Head of Westport. The students, enrolled in the … more
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Tiverton man guilty in sexual assault cases
A Tiverton man was found guilty last week of two counts of sexual assault against female victims in 2006 and 2018. Following the conclusion of a four-day trial before Newport County Superior … more
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