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Boating-related incidents keep Barrington Police busy

Wave runner stolen? Boat adrift? Kayaks found washed up? Dinghy goes missing? Barrington Police were kept busy last week with a series of boating-related incidents. On … more

7/21/22

This section of the bike path at the intersection of Railroad Avenue and Child Street, near Del’s, was originally targeted for a major improvement. Although it may not achieve its original scope shown in this rendering from Union Studios, town officials are optimistic they can utilize resources to beautify the area to some degree.

Warren refocuses beautifying efforts at two pedestrian hot spots

Improvements along the East Bay Bike Path near Del's, and the arts walkway concept originally discussed years ago, have been pared down, but are now back in focus. more

By Ethan Hartley | 7/21/22

People arrive outside Barrington Town Hall for last year’s FLM FWD film festival. This year’s event is planned for this Friday and Saturday.

Film festival is this weekend in Barrington

The second annual FLM FWD film festival will take place at the Barrington Town Hall and Peck Center building campus this Friday and Saturday, July 22 and 23. The two-day event will offer a slate … more

7/21/22

A 'peaceful revolution' at the pump in Tiverton

Motorists were lined up on the shoulder of Stafford Road in Tiverton for more than 20 minutes on Monday, waiting their turn to fill up their gas tank at one of four pumps at George’s Gas and … more

By Jen Campisi | 7/20/22

The plant-based comfort food served up by Basil & Bunny, which began out of Hope & Main in Warren, will have a permanent brick and mortar store in Unity Park soon.

Basil & Bunny targeting August opening at Bristol's Unity Park

The popular plant-based Basil & Bunny is looking forward to an early August opening at Unity Park in Bristol. more

7/20/22

Tavares resigns from Westport School Committee

Nancy Tavares has resigned from her Westport School Committee post, opening the door for a joint school committee/select board appointment to the vacant seat. Tavares, who was elected to the … more

By Ted Hayes | 7/20/22

This Google Maps screen grab shows the area where the Town is looking into potentially putting a new fire and rescue station headquarters. The existing rescue station on Miller Street and Engine 5 on Metacom Avenue would be relocated to the new facility. The land is owned by the Town, and is located behind the Bristol County Water Authority’s facility.

Site for new Warren fire/rescue station to be studied

Officials are optimistic the new station would improve EMS response time, provide central spot for training/vaccinations. more

By Ethan Hartley | 7/20/22

Search continues for next Barrington High School principal

More than a dozen people applied for the vacant Barrington High School principal’s position, during the second search process. During a recent interview, Barrington Superintendent of … more

7/20/22

Warren moves to ban cannabis in public spaces

The Town Council approved the first reading of an ordinance that blends tobacco/alcohol language to ban consumption of marijuana in all public places in town. more

By Ethan Hartley | 7/20/22

Zeynep Toprak cooks sandwiches on a turkish grill at the PitaPocket tent during the Barrington Street Fair on Sunday afternoon.

Photos: Barrington Street Fair draws a big crowd

The first-ever Barrington Street Fair took place on Wood Avenue on Sunday, July 17, and drew a large crowd. Organized by the Barrington Business and Community Association, the street fair … more

7/20/22

Nathan Bruno was 15 and a student at Portsmouth High School when he died by suicide in February 2018.

Portsmouth: Court limits access to cell phone data in Bruno lawsuit

PORTSMOUTH — A Superior Court judge has ruled that the defendants in a lawsuit alleging negligence that resulted in the suicide of 15-year-old Nathan Bruno in 2018 may have access to only a … more

7/20/22

The large fork at Old Harbor and River in Westport was impossible to miss.

Westport's fork in the road goes missing

Someone stole the fork in the road. Westport police are looking for the unknown thieves who made off with the fork that marked the split at River Road and Old Harbor, they said Wednesday. There … more

7/19/22

Mary Martin gets a kiss from her niece, Karen Ashton, during the former’s 90th surprise birthday party at the FOP Lodge in Middletown on Saturday. Martin retired only 10 years ago from the fire department at the Naval Education and Training Command.

In Portsmouth: ‘Mom has been a trendsetter’

PORTSMOUTH — Although Mary Martin celebrated her 90th birthday during a surprise party in her honor Saturday, she doesn’t have to think too far back about her career. more

By Jim McGaw | 7/19/22

Members of the Portsmouth District 2 Major All-Stars pose for a team picture after beating Bristol/Warren for the championship on Saturday.

Portsmouth Major All-Stars advance to states (photos)

BRISTOL — The Portsmouth Major Little League All-Stars are going to the state tournament. They beat Bristol/Warren 8-4 on Saturday in Bristol for the District 2 Major All-Star … more

7/19/22

Members of the Portsmouth Girls’ Senior softball team pose for a photo after winning the state title.

Portsmouth Girls’ Senior Softball team heading to regionals

PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth Girls’ Senior Little League Softball team defeated Cranston Western to capture the Rhode Island state title on Thursday, July 14. The team will move on to play … more

7/19/22

Barrington officials learned recently that it will likely cost tens of millions of dollars to renovate or repair Belton Court mansion, shown.

Price skyrockets for Belton Court renovation

The cost to repair, renovate or rehab the Belton Court mansion on the former Zion Bible College property is in the tens of millions of dollars. And that price, said Barrington Town Manager Phil … more

By Josh Bickford | 7/19/22

The URI’s men’s heavyweight varsity four, which won the American Collegiate Rowing Association club national title, is poised to start at the national regatta in Tennessee. From left are Kathryn McGee of East Providence, coxswain (barely visible), Isaiah Kittel of Portsmouth, Gunnar Rinkel, Bradley Schmidt and Levi Comire.

Portsmouth man wins national title with URI rowing team

PORTSMOUTH — They were among 40 club members who trained six days a week, and shoveled snow, raked leaves and completed other projects for local residents to raise money for their training … more

7/19/22

Do you agree with Warren's proposed full ban on smoking marijuana in public?

The Warren Town Council has initiated an effort to enact an ordinance banning public consumption of marijuana in all public places (including public streets and sidewalks). What do you think? more

7/19/22

Police: Three Warren teens spotted on Barrington Middle School roof

Barrington Police received a phone call on Thursday, July 14 at about 9:55 p.m. after someone spotted three people on the roof at Barrington Middle School. It appeared that one of the individuals was … more

7/19/22

Eloise Pietz, 5, dances to a song performed by The American Band during a free lawn concert outside Glen Manor House last Thursday.

In Portsmouth: Crowd enjoys patriotic American Band concert (photos)

PORTSMOUTH — A large crowd of music-lovers turned out last Thursday, July 14, for a free concert by The American Band outside of the Glen Manor House. The highlight of the program was … more

7/18/22

Members of the 11U All-Star baseball team display the District 2 Championship banner after defeating Pawtucket in the finals. Barrington was scheduled to play its first game in the state tournament on Monday night.

Barrington 11U All-Star team wins district title

The Barrington 11U All-Star baseball team captured the District 2 Championship last week and was scheduled to play in the state tournament starting Monday night, July 18. Barrington defeated … more

7/18/22

Where the East Bike Path repairs are planned in Riverside.

East Bay Bike Path could be impacted by repair projects

PROVIDENCE — Parts of the East Bay Bike Path in Bristol and Riverside could be impacted by repair projects and temporarily close the week of July 18-22 , according to the Rhode Island … more

7/16/22

Teammates celebrate with pitcher Addie Wolf (center) after the beat South Kingstown 13-1 in the game two of the championship series at Town Farm Field on Wednesday night.

Tiverton softball all stars win state championship

The Tiverton 11-12 softball all-stars ran their way to the RI state championship by clobbering South Kingstown 13-1 in front family and friends at Town Farm Field on Wednesday night. Tiverton beat … more

Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. | 7/15/22

Boaters taking part in Saturday's parade on South Watuppa Pond wave to well-wishers on shore.

Watuppa celebrates America

You don't get the nickname 'Captain Seaweed' for nothing. Christian DaSilva, of Beaulieu Road in Westport, has had it for years, and not surprisingly loves to be on the water. This past weekend, … more

By Ted Hayes | 7/15/22

An ancient stone wall meanders through a grassy plot saved in Little Compton by the Sakonnet Preservation Association.

Sakonnet Preservation Association celebrates 50 years

For half a century, a small group of nature lovers has made a huge impact on Little Compton, helping to preserve more than 460 acres of open space in the town. In 1972, a group of concerned … more

By Jen Campisi | 7/15/22