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The East Bay Bike Path bridges have been closed since 2019, and a state official recently said that they don't want to "waste $25 million" rebuilding them.
East Bay Bike Path bridge work facing more delays
People waiting for the East Bay Bike Path bridges to be replaced will need to wait longer — maybe a lot longer. During a radio interview on Thursday, April 1, Rhode Island Department of … more
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Bristol Police: Residents reporting loud noise and sick animals daily
The calls for sick raccoons and skunks continued last week, as seen in the log of police incidents from March 22 to 28. Monday, March 22 Officers responded to the corner of Westwood and … more
Star Riders Motorcycle Club member Kevin Hebert (left) looks on as Vietnam veteran Donald DiPierro of Barrington reacts to seeing his new car at the Bristol VFW on Saturday during a brief ceremony including veterans from the Sidewinders, Star Riders, and the U.S. Veterans Motorcycle Clubs of Bristol County, Rhode Island and New York.
Local veteran gets a new set of wheels
United States Veterans Motorcycle Clubs (USVMC) are popular social and recreational clubs across the country. “Almost every state has at least one or two,” said Paul Mello, himself a … more
A sign in front of Goetz Composites speaks to its anticipated growth. Goetz is using temporary construction trailers to house the majority of its office and administrative teams. Its $1.3 million expansion will create new office space and free up a lot of manufacturing space.
Goetz Composites plans major expansion, 50 new jobs
Composite Energy Technology, doing business as Goetz Composites, is planning a $1.3 million expansion of its 52 Ballou Blvd. facility, allowing it to double its manufacturing space, move its office … more
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Bristol set to get millions in federal aid
If you’re waiting for your stimulus check to appear in your bank account, you’re not alone. Bristol is waiting, too. Unlike most recipients who are anticipating checks for $1,400, the … more
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Laura and Zach Rivers sit beside a fire pit in front of their restaurant, Judge Roy Bean, on State Street in Bristol. Many restaurateurs, and diners, are hoping to see the “temporary” outdoor dining options become more permanent.
No end in sight for outdoor dining
Outdoor dining expanded dramatically everywhere in the past year, and most agree it’s one of the few things about 2020 they’re not ready to see in the rearview mirror. Not only is … more
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As seen in this rendering by Cordelia Dawson Architecture + Design, the “Chestnut Place” apartments would be set into three-story buildings that rise 33 to 34 feet high, with single-level, two-bedroom units on the second and third floors. Four of the 16 units would be restricted as “affordable.”
Small apartment complex proposed on Bristol's Chestnut Street
A Bristol development company is moving forward with plans originally put together about six years ago to build a small cluster of 16 apartments near the intersection of Hope and Chestnut streets, … more
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The men's lacrosse team competes against Eastern Connecticut State University on RWU's Bristol campus on March 23.
Off-campus party fuels COVID-19 spike at RWU
An off-campus party in Bristol hosted and attended by student-athletes the weekend of March 20 contributed to a spike in COVID-19 cases at Roger Williams University last week, according to an … more
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Susan Ruggieri said her home’s assessment increased by nearly 35 percent. She is hoping that her recent appeal meeting with an official from Northeast Reval will lead to a reduction in her assessment.
Sticker shock — resident reacts to recent revaluation
Susan Ruggieri is still reeling after the recent town-wide revaluation resulted in a 35 percent increase to her home’s assessment. The Rose Lane resident said her home’s previous … more
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Bristol Police: Officers catch up with alleged drunk driver in Warren
In addition to fielding calls about a slew of sick skunks and raccoons, Bristol Police made a couple of arrests from March 15 to 21. Monday, March 15 Leilani, R. Lachica, 58, of Fall River, … more
Bristol Warren Joint Finance Committee Chairman Steven Calenda, a member of the Warren Town Council, will call regular meetings with school administrators in the coming months.
JFC questions Bristol Warren's long-term strategy
Members of the Joint Finance Committee will hold regular quarterly meetings with Bristol Warren administrators in the coming months as they seek ways to improve the district and eliminate the … more
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Who spends least on students? Would you believe … Barrington?
Let’s try a game the kids like to play — two truths and a lie. Following are three statements. Two are true, one is not … 1. Barrington has the best public schools in Rhode … more
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Barry Kennedy fights forest fires from the air and sails into some of the world’s most remote places. For the time being, he’s docking his new (to him) aluminum boat in Bristol for some repairs and upgrades.
Adventurous sailor docks in Bristol for a layover
Barry Kennedy, who flies helicopters over forest fires for work and sails to Antarctica for fun, is looking forward to riding route 60 on the RIPTA. “I’ve never lived in a place with … more
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Bristol Warren Joint Finance Committee Chairman Steve Calenda of Warren.
JFC approves $40.8 million in local funding to Bristol Warren schools
The Joint Finance Committee on Thursday evening approved a 3 percent increase in local funding to the Bristol Warren Regional School District. The towns of Warren and Bristol will pay $40,875,550 … more
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Bob Vanderhoof has been serving Italian specialties in downtown Bristol for 20 years.
Cheers to 20 years for a downtown Bristol staple
For a business that has built its reputation — and a solid base of regulars — on serving dependably great Northern Italian fare, 2020 was not exactly how owner Bob Vanderhoof anticipated … more
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Barrington resident Michael Dalessio was found in West Palm Beach, Fla.
Update: Police locate missing Barrington man
Barrington Police have located the 74-year-old Barrington man who was reported missing earlier this week. Police said Michael Dalessio was found in West Palm Beach, Fla., and he is doing fine. … more
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Barrington High School seniors Vivienne Gaus, Julia DeRiso, Kerryn Moran and Katie Cappello (from left to right) share big smiles after being treated to bagels on Sunday, March 21.
BHS seniors celebrated with ‘Bagel Drive-Thru’
Barrington High School students feasted on free bagels this Sunday, March 21, as they were treated to a Bagel Drive-Thru event at Bagels Etc. Deb Sullivan (mom of BHS senior Connor Sullivan) … more
Sick animals being reported throughout Bristol
Bristol Police are warning residents to take precautions around wild animals, as there has been a noticeable uptick in sick animals reported throughout town, especially sick skunks and raccoons. … more
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Town Clerk Melissa Cordeiro (foreground) takes notes as Susan Battle speaks to the Bristol Town Council, via Zoom on screen, as they discuss this year’s budget at town hall last Thursday night.
A reunion for town leaders, with mask-to-mask meetings
“Wholly uneventful” is how Nathan Calouro described the budget workshops that took place over the last several days, leading up to the presentation of the budget at the Bristol Town … more
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Unified Volleyball not offered at Barrington High this season
Officials at Barrington High School decided not to offer Unified Volleyball during the Fall II sports season, which started recently and concludes in a little more than a month. Barrington … more
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The Barrington United Veterans Council requested the town’s assistance in relocating the veterans memorial to a different space away from the flagpole. The town manager has denied the request.
Barrington Town Manager: Veterans memorial is staying put
Barrington Town Manager Jim Cunha went on the record late last week to say that the town will not be relocating the veterans memorial. The statement came in response to a request from the … more
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Two people walk along South Lake Drive last week. The town recently put up gates blocking vehicular traffic from traveling on South Lake Drive. The road is still open to pedestrian, joggers, bicyclists and fishermen.
Barrington closes South Lake Drive to car traffic
The town closed South Lake Drive to all car traffic earlier this month, and this week it appears some people are not happy with that decision. On Sunday morning, March 21, Barrington police … more
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Junior Aidan Ramaglia, shown here competing as a sophomore against Barrington in November 2019, will lead the Huskies as quarterback this year.
Bristol Warren football returns Saturday
The Mt. Hope Huskies football team will return to the gridiron Saturday for the first time in 16 months, when they take on Rogers High School at the Huskies' new 'home field' in Middletown. Kickoff … more
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Architect’s conceptual drawing shows what Ragged Island Brewing Co.’s brewing facility and taproom would look like after renovations on an existing barn are completed.
Portsmouth farm brewery aims to fully open by September
PORTSMOUTH — The farm brewery Ragged Island Brewing Co. is building on the former Island Garden Shop property on Bristol Ferry Road should be fully open by September, owner Matt Gray told the Zoning … more
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Roger Williams University professor Kamille Gentles-Peart is co-leading an effort to improve diversity within the ranks of some 250 university and college faculties throughout New England.
Race and gender expert hoping to change higher education (Video)
Kamille Gentles-Peart hopes to be a lighthouse for the 250 universities and colleges in New England. With her new Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Fellowship from the New England Board Higher of … more
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