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Clements’ Marketplace owner Tracy Anthony speaks in opposition to a plan to create a roundabout in front of her Portsmouth grocery store during a public forum last month. The ability to speak at public meetings is a New England tradition that goes back centuries.
New report on government access – How does your town rate?
One law governs public meetings in Rhode Island, yet seemingly no two public meetings are the same. A sweeping analysis of “public comment” rules by the American Civil Liberties Union … more
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East Providence's Fernat Akdemir controls his opponent from North Providence at 165 pounds en route to a victory for the Townies Thursday night, Jan. 25.
Cougars catch Townies late, win Division I wrestling dual
The East Providence High School wrestling team suffered a Division I dual meet loss after the Townies were edged by visiting North Providence, 36-34, Thursday night, Jan. 25, at Ramos Gym. A win … more
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In Barrington, DUI arrests increase nearly 300 percent
Barrington saw a 278 percent increase in the number of DUI arrests last year.   According to year-end statistics from the Barrington Police Department, the number of arrests for driving … more
The Eagles celebrate Trevor Snow’s goal against LaSalle Academy.
Barrington hockey team beats Moses Brown, loses to LaSalle
The Barrington High School boys ice hockey team moved its record to 5-2 in Division I standings after splitting games last weekend.   On Friday night, Barrington defeated Moses Brown 5-0. … more
A view looking south towards the bluffs at the end of the repaired Crescent Park seawall in the summer of 2023.
East Providence gets grant to fix Crescent Park coastal bluff
East Providence will receive a sizable share of the latest Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank "Action Grants," Executive Director Bill Fazioli and Gov. Dan McKee announced late last week, the city … more
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Kara Pisasale performs her floor routine during a recent meet. The freshman led the Huskies with an all around score of 33.7 as the Mt. Hope gymnastics team beat Prout/EWG Co-op and Chariho in a tri-meet on Saturday at Strive Gymnastics in Somerset and improved their record to 5-2 in Division II.
Pisasale leads Huskies gymnasts in tri-meet
Freshman Kara Pisasale lept, twirled and flipped her way to a 9.0 on her floor routine and an led the Huskies with an all around score of 33.7 as the Mt. Hope gymnastics team beat Prout/EWG Co-op and … more
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A multi-family home at 40 Arlington Ave. in Warren caught on fire in the early morning hours on Friday, Jan. 26, bringing out around 40 firefighters to deal with the blaze, which quickly spread throughout the building.
Fire on Arlington Avenue in Warren displaces multiple families
While no residents of the 6-unit multi-family home were injured as a result of the blaze, Warren Fire Chief James Sousa reported that a few cats were lost in the fire. more
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If passed into law, commercial activity within Sapowet Cove, where Sean and Patrick Bowen propose a one-acre oyster farm, would be prohitibited.
Bill would ban commercial uses at Sapowet
A Tiverton lawmaker who has long opposed a plan to establish a small oyster farm off Seapowet Avenue has submitted legislation that would prohibit commercial activity in the area where it would be … more
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Eli Dunn, on the line at Eli’s Kitchen in Warren. Dunn sold that restaurant in late 2020, going into private cheffing. Now, he’s back with a new restaurant concept coming to Hope Street soon.
Local celebrity chef Eli Dunn opening a new restaurant in Bristol
A "European style cafe" at 301 Hope St. in Bristol (formerly Angelina’s, and Roberto's before that) will be the home of Chef Eli Dunn's newest culinary expedition. more
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Cam Evora is part of East Providence High School's top high jump contingent.
East Providence indoor tracksters start winter championships slate
The East Providence High School indoor track and field teams, as their sport traditionally does, get the 2023-24 winter championships schedule started this weekend when the girls contest the Sullivan … more
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Tiverton police officer's case heads to trial
The Tiverton police officer accused of activating his taser at a high school assembly and sporting event nearly two years ago will appear before a judge in three weeks, when his trial on disorderly … more
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Barrington Police investigating break-in at Nayatt area house
Barrington Police are investigating a break-in that occurred on Wednesday morning, Jan. 25.   Police said the break-in took place in the Nayatt Road area. Officials would not share specific … more
Should students have access to their phones during the school day or not? The subject brought lively discussion at a recent virtual meeting between school officials, first responders, and members of the school community.
Should Mt. Hope High School become a phone free zone?
Mt. Hope High School has been investigating ways to keep phones away during school hours so that students can focus on being students. Police say, despite commonly held beliefs, such a policy could also be beneficial in case of an emergency. more
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Molly Thurston dribbles past an East Providence defender.
Barrington girls basketball team tied for first place in the division
The Barrington High School girls basketball team knocked off LaSalle 46-33 and East Providence 52-27 last week, and Juanita Sanchez 59-35 this week and moved into first place. Isys Dunphy had a … more
Ivy Rehab Clinic Director Deryl Pace grew up in Barrington and is happy to return to town with the new physical therapy clinic.
New physical therapy clinic opens in Barrington
Deryl Pace is happy to be back.   Pace grew up in Barrington and recently returned to town with the new Ivy Rehab Clinic, located in the Barrington Shopping Center. Pace serves as the … more
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Second perpetrator finally sentenced in 2014 East Providence murder case
PROVIDENCE — Evan Watson, who has been incarcerated since 2016, was finally formally sentenced for his involvement in the 2014 murder of Yusef A'Vant in East Providence. Attorney General … more
A shack lies in ruins along East Beach Road after the first of three storms to hit Westport since a week before Christmas.
Federal disaster area in Westport?
State emergency management officials are looking into whether towns including Westport are eligible for federal disaster assistance, following back to back storms that ravaged the coast and low-lying … more
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Teen mental health awareness fair is Saturday in Barrington
The Confetti Kids are hosting a teen mental health awareness fair at Barrington Public Library on Saturday, Jan. 27, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Confetti Kids, a Barrington-based community … more
Audrey Bernard scored eight points and had five rebounds in East Providence's 47-44 victory over Rogers Tuesday night, Jan. 23, snapping a five-game losing skid.
Townies end five game skid in D-I girls' basketball
NEWPORT — The East Providence High School girls' basketball team ended a five game Division I losing streak with a come-from-behind 47-44 victory over Rogers on the road Tuesday night, Jan. 23. … more
St. Mary Academy-Bay View names 2023-24 first semester honor roll
St. Mary Academy-Bay View principal Dr. Marcela Rossi is proud to announce 200 students made the honor roll for the fall 2023 semester. This academic distinction recognizes the dedication of students … more
The St. Mary Academy-Bay View Players presented their production of Disney's “The Little Mermaid” last weekend, including a scene with Zara Jean as "Sebastian."
Gallery: Bay View Players present Disney's 'The Little Mermaid'
The St. Mary Academy-Bay View Players presented their production of Disney's “The Little Mermaid” over four performances last weekend, January 18-20. Saturday's events included a … more
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Youth crime was down in Warren in 2023, but theft-related offenses spike
In total, Warren police logged reports of 445 “Group A” offenses in 2023 — which cover everything from motor vehicle thefts, assaults, and burglaries, to vandalism and illegal gambling — as opposed to 429 such offenses in 2022 (a 3.7% increase). more
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Tom Simeone of Falmouth, Mass., creator of Officer Bristol, adds the finishing touch to the over-7 foot tall figure. Simeone has completed nearly 30 such figures for departments throughout Cape Cod.
'Officer Bristol' doesn't talk much, but he's happy to be here
Built to promote community policing, Officer Bristol is a large wooden structure that was born from a medley of local partnerships. more
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Little Compton housing: Out of reach?
For many of the 100 or so attendees who packed the town’s community center on Saturday to learn more about Little Compton’s housing crisis, the message they received was familiar but … more
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The town is issuing an RFP for a developer for the pocket neighborhood at the former Carmelite monastery property.
Development of monastery property in Barrington clears key hurdle
The town is moving forward with the development of a pocket neighborhood on the Carmelite monastery property.   Members of the Barrington Town Council recently voted 4-1 to authorize the … more
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