To the editor:
On behalf of the members of the National Education Association of Barrington (NEAB), we write with a heavy heart and deep disappointment regarding the School Committee’s …
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7/15/25
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To the editor:
Many of you may have noticed that our iconic Barrington Farm School stand has had a bit of a facelift. This involved a much needed roof repair and a partial paint job. The …
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7/15/25
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Seabirds, white bodies illuminated by reflected light, soar in the wild blue yonder. Promisers of peace.
Below, opaque, nearly transparent, long-tentacled jellyfish pulse through the water …
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By Rick Massie
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7/15/25
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To the editor:
Contrary to some suspicions voiced over the years, government, whether national state or local, attempts to do what the elected people ask them to do. (This is not always a good …
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7/14/25
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Are the reductions being proposed by the Federal Department of Education something Bristol residents should fear or welcome? It’s clear that our kids’ education is important to most …
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By Craig Evans and Stephan Brigidi
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7/10/25
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To the editor:
Bristol has always stood out as the most patriotic and festive town in America. I’ve spoken with people across the country about our unique 4th of July celebrations — …
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7/10/25
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To the editor:
Over the past 10 to 12 years, at sometime between 2:30 and 4 p.m. on the 4th of July, I drive the parade route down Hope and up High Street. It continues to fill me with pride as …
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7/10/25
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To the editor:
The parliamentary policies, other than requiring quartering troops in homes, that drove Americans to revolt against England have all resurfaced of late. Problems arising from …
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7/10/25
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To the editor:
After seeing the news this past week about the devastating weather and loss in Texas, the short and unfortunate storm we had on the eve of July 3rd pales in comparison. Bristol …
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7/10/25
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To the editor:
In response to Mr. David Bailey's request to "Boycott the 4th of July” in his letter to the editor dated July 3rd, I offer the following response. First and foremost, …
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7/10/25
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To the editor:
Warren’s state representatives deserve enormous thanks for the recent passage of an assault weapons ban in Rhode Island; we are the 10th state in the country to enact …
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7/10/25
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To the editor:
As I reflect on the past four years — first as Vice Chairman and Parade Chairman (2022 & 2023), and now as Chairman — I am filled with deep gratitude. It has been …
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7/10/25
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To the editor:
Warren’s State Representatives deserve enormous thanks for the recent passage of an assault weapons ban in Rhode Island; we are the 10th state in the country to enact …
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7/9/25
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To the editor:
The recent article about the proposed Settlers Green development ("Settlers Green' situation reopens old wounds," July 2 edition) gave the impression that there is not much Warren …
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7/9/25
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To the editor:
Mike Rego’s reporting of the June 23rd Warren Planning Board’s Public Meeting on the Settler’s Green development in the July 2 issue ("Settlers Green' situation …
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7/9/25
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This action by the town manager to remove the flags from the circle around Barrington Town Hall without contacting me regarding his directive was unprofessional by his action.
For the past three …
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7/9/25
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I've just read the news about School Superintendent Robert Wargo's resignation, and I hope the newspaper will dig deeply into whatever happened behind the scenes. I've found everything about Mr. …
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7/8/25
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What a wild and unpredictable 4th of July for some residents of Westport! On Thursday evening, a quick moving but dangerous storm moved over Westport causing damage to many properties in our area. My …
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7/8/25
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Did you know we're currently in the midst of the United Nations Ocean Decade? You might be wondering why we’re choosing to emphasize this global ocean initiative when there are so many …
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7/8/25
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We are in a medical crisis, and the governor should call for the General Assembly to come back and face this issue.
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7/3/25
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On July 3, 2020, five East Providence residents created Keep Metacomet Green. Our goal was to save the iconic Metacomet golf club from commercial development.
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7/3/25
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To the editor:
I know that this will make some people angry, but please just consider what I say. Bristol is home to the oldest Fourth of July parade in the nation, and that is absolutely …
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7/3/25
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The Bristol Fourth of July Celebration is not the same as it once was. And that’s ok. In many ways, it’s better. Since Bristol began celebrating America’s independence two and a …
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7/3/25
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My name is John Hadalski. My wife Karen and I reside at 2 Roosevelt Drive in Bristol, where we have lived for the past three and one-half years. We are both seniors. On the night …
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7/3/25
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With Bristol's 4th of July festivities in full swing, the story in town that has by far received the most attention has been the moving of the nightly concerts from Independence …
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7/3/25
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