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Post 2 sweeps Post 10 from Senior Legion Baseball playoffs
EAST PROVIDENCE — The 2023 Rhode Island American Legion Baseball League season came to an abrupt end for the Riverside Post 10 Seniors with a doubleheader loss to visiting Warwick/West Warwick … more
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Old Main Road resident Kate Almy said she's not against farming, but thinks the use of corn cannons in at least one field near her home is excessive.
Neighbor blasts farmer's crop cannons
Drivers cruising toward the fork in the road that splits West and Old Main roads at the Tiverton/Little Compton line may notice a percussive accompaniment to their ride. Flanked on either side of the fork lay an assortment of green fields mostly populated by corn and owned by various farmers, some of whom employ crop cannons to keep their produce safe from birds. more
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Preparations began last week for the upcoming bike path bridges replacement project.
Crews begin early work for bike path bridges project
Preparations are underway for the upcoming bike path bridge replacement work.   Vanessa Gonzalez, a spokesperson with the RI Department of Transportation, confirmed that the work taking … more
The current home on the site is a drafty uninsulated summer cottage build in 1937.
Couple goes high tech in Pettey Heights
A drafty old summer cottage overlooking the lower East Branch will soon yield to what could be one of the the most energy-efficient, highest tech homes in Westport, following a vote on the matter … more
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Barrington resident Quincy Burke stands beside the accessible path he built at Barrington Beach as part of his Eagle Scout Project.
Eagle Scout Project brings accessible path to beach
An Eagle Scout Project has made Barrington Beach more accessible for people.   The project, completed by Barrington resident Quincy Burke, involved constructing an accessible path at the … more
This barn on the East Branch of the Westport River is available for $1,284 per five-night stay.
Westport looks to regulate short term rentals
Vacationers looking to get away to Westport for a day or a week have no shortage of options for lodging — an entire inn at Westport Point available for $13,580 per week, a converted blacksmith … more
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The Portsmouth Dog Park Committee is seeking volunteer members to support the maintenance of and improvements to the park.
Volunteers sought for various Portsmouth town committees
PORTSMOUTH — Have a special area of expertise and some extra time on your hands? If so, you may want to consider volunteering to serve as a member of a town committee. The Town Council is … more
Meet the residents who want to serve on Barrington Charter Review
The Barrington Town Council will interview candidates for the Charter Review Commission during Monday night’s meeting. Council President Carl Kustell said he is looking forward to the process … more
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Warren PD: Another car theft and more broken into
Warren Police reported another car theft, and received reports of more cars being broken into with belongings stolen, between July 10-17, 2023. more
The statute of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel is carried outside the church to start the 125th annual feast procession.
Weather couldn't quell 125th Mt. Carmel Feast
Despite threatening weather, the Feast of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel went off as scheduled, and the Rev. Henry P. Zinno, Jr., pastor, couldn’t have been more proud or happy. more
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A view of the Matos campaign signature sheet discarded by the East Providence Canvassing Office with the residences listed with the City Hall address highlighted.
East Providence is latest municipality to flag fraudulent Matos signatures
EAST PROVIDENCE — As previously reported by various media outlets, East Providence was the latest municipality to flag forged signatures and addresses in support of Lt. Governor Sabina Matos' … more
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Camping, drinking, and vandalism ordinances all poised for amendments in Warren
A number of quality of life issues were the target of proposed amendments during the most recent meeting of the Warren Town Council. All were approved for a first reading. more
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Tiverton police: Another 'dog at large' citation
Monday, July 10 A caller reported a suspicious person on Warren Avenue at 9:16 a.m. An animal complaint on Windwood Drive was filed at 11:18 a.m. Harassment was reported from Hooper … more
A Barrington DPW worker cuts the grass at Chianese Field last week. Traverse Landscape Architects is taking an in-depth look at athletic fields in Barrington.
Fields consultant: ‘Do you need more fields or is it organizing them?’
Art Eddy knows athletic fields. And soon, he will know a lot more about Barrington’s athletic fields.   A principal with Traverse Landscape Architects, Eddy has been conducting a … more
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A rendering of the proposed development off Westport Lakes Drive, shown at bottom.
Developer proposes 56 units in north Westport
The Westport Conservation Commission will require the proposed builder of an independent living subdivision in the north end of town to pay for an independent review of the 56-unit plan’s … more
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Don McCaughey
McCaughey is elected new chair of Wolf School board
EAST PROVIDENCE — Donald McCaughey has been elected as the new board chair of The Wolf School in East Providence , it was announces during the May Board of Trustees meeting.  He … more
Tegan Smith contributed a three-run, inside-the-park homer in Rumford's win over Portsmouth July 18 to reach the Ron Silva Tourney finals.
Rumford edges Portsmouth, reaches Silva Tourney finals
EAST PROVIDENCE — The Rumford Little League Minor Division All Stars earned a spot in the Ron Silva District 2 Tournament championship round with a thrilling 11-10, extra-inning victory over … more
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Cara Golson (mid left), Patty Bettencourt (mid-right) and the Right Choice Real Estate crew sing Jingle Bells along with the Grace Barker residents during Christmas in July on Monday.
A very merry time at Grace Barker
A fundraiser held at Grace Barker on Monday evening, organized by Jim Baptista, brought a lot of holiday spirit to the residents, even though it was on a hot July day. more
Bristol's Yarn Mill development moves on to final planning phase
“The ball is in the developer’s court now,” said Community Development Director Diane Williamson. more
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Taylor Benton mans the bar inside the space that will soon become Warren’s first vinyl bar, where you can enjoy a drink while listening to modern or past classics.
In Your Ear gets approvals for new bar, food operation at former 2nd Story
The trio that bought the former 2nd Story Theatre went before the Warren Town Council on July 11 for three approvals to begin expanding operations in the first floor of the 28 Market St. space, where the new In Your Ear record store now occupies. more
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Alicia Saldana speaks to members of the Bristol Town Council while pitching a new Peruvian restaurant, Qhali, which is set to open this weekend.
Is a 'world's best' restaurant coming soon to Bristol? Sort of.
“I have a restaurant in Boston, I cook Peruvian cuisine," the petitioner said. "Last month we ranked one of the best restaurants in the world..." more
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Work on Bradford and Central Streets in downtown Bristol began after the Fourth of July and is anticipated to be complete before school resumes at Colt and Andrews Schools.
Bristol County Water Authority work will continue through summer
Work on cast iron water mains, as well as gas mains, have begun and will proceed through the coming few weeks. more
Police investigate attempted break-in at Barrington elementary school
Barrington Police officers responded to Primrose Hill School at about 1:05 p.m. on Sunday, July 16, after multiple motion detection alarms were triggered inside the building. Officers checked … more
The late Joseph "Boy" Malloy left behind a personal legacy that will long be talked about in his beloved town.
Farewell to a Bristol pitching legend: 'Boy' Malloy
In a town known for its athletic prowess and infectious nicknames, the recent passing of Joseph Malloy, better known as “Boy” Malloy, caught a lot of people by surprise. more
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The repositioned and rewired light at the EPHS stadium is tested Wednesday, July 19.
'Pole position'...troubled EPHS stadium light fixture is back in action
EAST PROVIDENCE — A gray, overcast sky late in the morning into the early afternoon of Wednesday, July 19, was the perfect backdrop to test the reinstalled light post at East Providence High … more
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