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A quick search for available short-term rentals on AirBnB in Warren reveals a good number of choices.

Is Warren solving a short-term rental problem that doesn't exist?

Some are in favor of getting in front of a potential issue seen in nearby communities such as Middletown and Newport, others say meddling with short-term rentals now will do far more harm than good. more

By Ethan Hartley | 12/22/22

Cast members for Moana Jr. include (from left to right) Seamus Folan, Daniel Roy, Maggie Porter and Lily Stafford.

Barrington play shares message of bravery, selflessness

Barrington students are excited to share two performances of Disney’s Moana Jr. early next month. Hampden Meadows School students have been rehearsing the exciting production, which will … more

12/22/22

Registry reveals R.I.'s short-term rental market

Almost every municipality in this region has either regulated short-term rental properties or is debating whether to regulate them. Barrington, East Providence and Portsmouth all have rules on the … more

By Scott Pickering | 12/22/22

Ongoing repairs to the seawall at Larisa Park in Riverside as of late December 2022.

E.P. Council considers key measures in final meeting of current term

EAST PROVIDENCE — The current incarnation of the City Council, seated at the November 2018 election, made the most of its final meeting in its latest form held Tuesday night, Dec. 20, by … more

By Mike Rego | 12/22/22

EPCAP's regional headquarters located in the Riverside section of East Providence was in December 2022 named in the honor of retiring long-time president and CEO Dennis Roy.

EBCAP announces new officers in retiring Roy’s stead

The East Bay Community Action Program, known to most by its EBCAP acronym, recently announced a series of changes in upper management spurred by the retirement of long-time president and Chief … more

12/22/22

Reanne Elliott, with daughter Jamiee and son Ayden, decorate a tree in their Hope Street apartment.

A holiday miracle on Hope Street

The Elliott family, residents of Hope Street, were facing a holiday season that seemed more fit for a nightmare. Some local Bristol magic helped them when they needed it most. more

By Christy Nadalin | 12/21/22

Warren Senior Center director Betty Hoague welcomes everyone to the annual Christmas Luncheon last Friday.

Warren Senior Center's holiday luncheon well-attended

In the true spirit of Christmas, the Warren Senior Center held its annual Christmas Luncheon last Friday with approximately 55 seniors in attendance. more

By Manny Correira | 12/21/22

Bob Rulli (right) listens during an engineering report as part of the public outreach for Market to Metacom, his most ambitious project undertaken as the Director of the Office of Planning and Community Development in Warren.

Bob Rulli, Warren's planner and economic developer, to depart in January

Bob Rulli has been a polarizing figure among those who have interacted with him, but it cannot be denied that he has made a huge impact on Warren. more

By Ethan Hartley | 12/21/22

Harbormaster Gregg Marsili poses on a gangway leading to the new Bristol Marina shortly after its opening, during a ceremony this past June.

Bristol Town Marina smashes revenue predictions in first year

The marina brought in ships from all over the world, doubled anticipated sales for fuel, and looks to perform even better next year. more

By Christy Nadalin | 12/21/22

Barrington Middle School students sing classic songs at the recent holiday concert.

Photos: Tis the season for holiday concerts

Barrington Middle School and Hampden Meadows School held holiday concerts last week, while Barrington High School students shared their concert this week. The performances were very … more

12/21/22

Vandals target Friends' 'Black Lives Matter' sign

Vandals have struck the Friends Meeting House at 938 Main Road, spray-painting over a portion of the "Black Lives Matter" sign raised by the Friends just over a year ago. The Friends' Susan … more

12/21/22

Members of the BHS boys basketball team gather for a quick photo following their win over Smithfield on Monday night, Dec. 19.

Barrington High School boys beat Sentinels by 40

The Barrington High School boys basketball team outscored Smithfield 52-21 in the second half and rolled to an 85-45 victory on Monday night, Dec. 19. Matt Raffa got Barrington off to a strong, … more

By Josh Bickford | 12/21/22

The Patriots’ Olivia Durant drives the ball past a St. Ray’s opponent during the first half of Tuesday’s home game. Portsmouth won, 50-34.

Portsmouth High girls win fourth game in a row

PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth High School girls’ varsity basketball team is on a roll. After dropping the first game of the season — a non-league contest against Rogers on Dec. 9 … more

12/21/22

The Barrington High School debate team hosted a tournament earlier this month.

BHS debate team shines in first two tournaments

The Barrington High School debate team is off to a strong start in its first two tournaments of the season. The first tournament of the season, held last month, was hosted by Cumberland … more

12/21/22

Lily Cregan, shown at the state outdoor track meet last year, won the weight throw event for the BHS girls indoor track team at a recent dual meet.

Barrington girls indoor track team tops Rebels and Falcons

The Barrington High School girls indoor track team narrowly defeated two teams in a regular season meet last week. The Eagles knocked off Cranston West 55-50, and South Kingstown 55-54. … more

12/21/22

New owner of Thriving Tree Coffee House, Mike MacFarlane, has now acquired his third restaurant in Island Park.

In Portsmouth: ‘A blue collar version of Castle Hill’

PORTSMOUTH — Mike MacFarlane has added yet another restaurant to his arsenal of Island Park eateries — the already popular Thriving Tree Coffee House at 706 Park Ave. more

By Jim McGaw | 12/21/22

East Providence High School Career and Tech Center’s Culinary Arts program students (from left to right) Katelyn Bolarinho, Teagan Abatiello, Nyima Goncalves and Chassidy Reynolds pack the Christmas dinners they made into the vehicle of Good Neighbors executive director Katelyn Mushipi (far right).

EPCTC Culinary Arts students cook up some Christmas cheer

EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School Career and Tech Center’s Culinary Arts program and two local non-profits embraced the spirit of the season earlier this week by making … more

By Mike Rego | 12/21/22

Westport budget crunch threatens Diman agreement

As the town and school district face a combined potential budget deficit of nearly $1.8 million this coming fiscal year, the select board will consider asking voters to revisit the question of how … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 12/20/22

Developer pulls out of $5 million Tiverton business park deal

A developer that planned to develop 100 acres of land at the Tiverton Business Park has pulled out of the $5 million deal. NorthPoint Development Corp. recently terminated its $5 million … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 12/20/22

Portsmouth’s Chris Vachon (No. 11) competes in the 1,500-meter run during the Rhode Island Track and Field Coaches Association (RITCA) Invite held Saturday, Dec. 17.

Portsmouth High boys wins first indoor track meet

PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth High School boys’ varsity indoor track team won its first regular season meet at the Providence Career & Technical Academy on Thursday, Dec. 15. … more

12/20/22

At the check-presentation (from left): Col. Paul Murphy USAF (Ret.) of the Battle of Rhode Island Association, Brian Owens, Tyler Field, Earl McMillen and Walter Reed, president of the Rhode Society.

Battle of RI Association receives more grants

The Battle of Rhode Island Association (BORIA) is the recipient of two grants from two chapters of the Society of the Cincinnati. The Society is the nation’s oldest patriotic organization, … more

12/20/22

Barrington residents surrender high-capacity clips to police

Barrington Police Chief Michael Correia said about a half-dozen residents stopped into the station late last week to turn over firearm magazines that carried more than 10 rounds of ammunition, … more

12/20/22

Rabbi Howard Voss-Altman leads the group during Sunday night’s “Shine a Light on Antisemitism” vigil at Temple Habonim.

Crowd in Barrington shines a light on anti-Semitism

Temple Habonim in Barrington held a special candlelight service/vigil on its front lawn on Sunday night, Dec. 18. Titled “Shine a Light on Antisemitism,” the vigil offered the … more

12/20/22

The three-story building proposed by the applicant does not, in this rendering, necessarily represent how the building will look in its final form. The developer’s team has expressed a willingness to change aesthetics of the exterior to be more in line with surrounding properties.

Financial questions prompt another continuance for 119 Water Street

The Warren Planning Board opted to hold the matter to their next regularly-scheduled meeting on Jan. 23, 2023. more

By Ethan Hartley | 12/20/22

New EPHS finally, formally receives certificate of occupancy

EAST PROVIDENCE — In one of his two monthly reports to the School Committee made recently to the full body, District Facilities Department Director Chris Murphy announced the new East … more

By Mike Rego | 12/20/22