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Letter: A response to ‘David vs. Goliath’ piece

Bullying shouldn’t be used to affect change...Goliath needs to extend the hand of cooperation. more

6/27/24

Letter: Never in my wildest dreams could I have imagined

Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would see a Juneteenth national holiday commemorating the abolition of slavery. more

6/27/24

Letter: Thank you, Manny Correira

My family and I want to thank Manny Correira for honoring my mother, Betty Grimo, on her 100th birthday celebration. more

6/27/24

Letter: What did Little Compton do to our evergreens?

I am appalled to find the butchery done to our roadside evergreens without any notice. Surprising in a town that cares for its history and its residents and greenery. But perhaps not. Too … more

6/27/24

Letter: To recent grads: Buckle up, and I wish you fulfillment

This is the season, just past graduations, when many young people, here and elsewhere, are deciding what’s next. For high school grads a gap year, prep for college entrance, or moving into … more

6/27/24

Letter: Tynan’s writing taught me how to live fully

Dear Sakonnet Times or I should say, “Dear Sidney Tynan,” as this is addressed to the Sakonnet Times’s most faithful correspondent . Sidney, how is it possible that we haven’t … more

6/27/24

Letter: Water board had roundabout plans all along

To the editor: As many of you may recall, one of the very contentious issues with regard to the proposed roundabout at East Main Road and Turnpike Avenue was the contention that the … more

6/26/24

Commentary: Voters were not misled on school bond

On June 12 at the town budget hearing, Tom Grieb alleged that Portsmouth voters were “deceived” by the School Committee, the Town Council or maybe RIDE (though he admitted he did didn’t exactly know by whom) on the specifics of the 2022 school bond that was presented to the voters. more

By Emily Copeland | 6/25/24

Letter: Crop cannons are essential, and I'm not growing corn without them

I am writing this letter to make my neighbors, friends and customers aware of the fact that Walkers Roadside Stand will not open this season. The reason that we will not be opening this year is … more

6/25/24

Major moves in the R.I. healthcare landscape

STORY OF THE WEEK: Thursday was the day to buy a lottery ticket if you predicted two key developments involving Rhode Island’s healthcare landscape. Brown University and the state’s … more

By Ian Donnis | 6/24/24

Letter: On patience, house guests and furred interlopers

If you live in the country you never can tell what you will see in your backyard, like the wild turkey, who chose to bring up her brood there as it was safer, or a released pheasant whom I … more

6/24/24

Letter: A few good patriots wanted to join our ranks

On Monday, June 24 through Wednesday, June 26 you have the ability to officially join the ranks of the Bristol Republican Town Committee. more

6/21/24

Letter: Attention food enthusiasts and community members

Are you looking for a way to give back and contribute? Look no further than the "Condiment Caring Drive" in support of the East Bay Food Pantry. more

6/20/24

Letter: We’re all responsible for a safer bike path

We all have a responsibility in sharing a safer, more enjoyable experience on the bike path. more

6/20/24

Letter: Safety concerns about pool boat

I am writing to express our unanimous opposition to TSL LLC’s proposal to dock a pool boat near Stone Harbour Marina, due to safety concerns and perceived value to the Bristol community. more

6/20/24

Letter: On rising waters, we must rely on facts

It is commendable that our flooding issue is being taken seriously by the local towns and state agencies by the Route 114 group, which has been holding public forums, but the proposals do not address the main problem. more

6/20/24

Carolyn Montgomery helps dig a hole for the time capsule placed at Pike’s Peak in 1975. The capsule will be opened in August 2025.

The Town Crier: Little Compton celebrates 350 years

Editor’s note: Over the coming months, the Sakonnet Times will be running regular dispatches from the “The Town Crier” — the voice of the towns’ 350th anniversary … more

By The Town Crier | 6/18/24

Editorial: A safer bike path for all

Among the flurry of bills being passed out of the Rhode Island General Assembly is a new law with big impact for the communities along the East Bay Bike Path. The “e-bikes bill” creates a … more

6/14/24

Letter: In defense of daffodils

Every garden bed should have some, especially a prominent one that greets visitors and residents coming and going. more

6/13/24

Letter: The good old days

Those were the good old days. They say the country is progressing, but in what direction? more

6/13/24

Letter: A poem about Flag Day

Standing under, and for, this Colored Umbrella, our Flag, our Freedom...May it always be. more

6/13/24

Letter: A fun little game for Bristolians

Can you find which one doesn't belong? more

6/13/24

Letter: Agreed that Rogers Library as a gem

I now live in Minnesota but appreciate the exciting improvements I read about in The Bristol Phoenix today. more

6/13/24

Letter: KMS outdoor learning zone: what is it, and how can you help?

What if we could address the youth mental health crisis, health problems resulting from chronic sedentary behaviors, academic disengagement and “nature deficit disorder” all at once? more

6/13/24

Letter: A decision about my future in Warren

I am writing to inform you of a significant decision I have made regarding my role in our town’s governance. more

6/13/24