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Barrington Superintendent of Schools Michael Messore, shown during the construction of the new middle school, recently told staff members he was retiring at the end of the school year.
Barrington Superintendent retiring at the end of the year
The Barrington Superintendent of Schools is stepping down.   Michael Messore recently told Barrington Public Schools staff that he was retiring at the end of this school year. Messore has … more
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Letter: About a concerning letter you may have received
To the editor: In recent days, many residents of Bristol and Warren received a piece of mail attacking congressional candidate Aaron Regunberg and Representative Susan Donovan by associating … more
New tree pits, utilizing stones instead of mulch, can be seen throughout the downtown following work from Warren DPW over the summer
Warren DPW spruces up tree pits throughout downtown
The Warren Department of Public Works has been busy throughout the summer tending to trees along the Main and Water Street corridor. more
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The 80-foot catamaran has 1,600 square feet of solar panels built into its exterior. The panels feed into the battery pack that fuels the electric engine, as well as the boat’s mechanicals, like air conditioning, heat, water systems, lights and more.
A golden Sól, with a heart of green
The famed Herreshoff piers at the mouth of Bristol Harbor have hosted some of the world’s most spectacular and unique yachts. They’ve never seen anything like the gleaming, gold catamaran … more
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Imago hosts first in a new series of Sunday concerts
Music At Imago monthly concerts begin again on Sunday, Sept. 10, at 4 p.m. Performing this Sunday is Áine Minogue. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. Imago has joined with local restaurants to help make … more
Amo, Leonard win Congressional District 1 primaries, including East Providence
EAST PROVIDENCE — Gabriel Amo, the former member of the Obama and Biden Administrations and first-time candidate, emerged from the crowded Democratic field while another novice in electoral … more
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East Providence's Sam Jackson battles for possession of the ball against a bevy of Moses Brown players in the Townies' 2023 Injury Fund win.
EPHS boys' soccer club copes with early adversity
EAST PROVIDENCE — Nothing like a little adversity to test the mettle of a new coach and a host of new players, which is exactly what the East Providence High School boys' soccer club and … more
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Letter: Fiber-optic Internet on the way in Westport: Learn more here
For those of you who have been unable to view your favorite sports events over the Labor Day weekend, such as the US Open Tennis Matches and golf tournaments, because of the hissing match between … more
Letter: Take a breath, Tiverton — big changes are afoot
Fifteen years ago I bought land off East Road and built a home. I could have settled in another town but chose Tiverton because it was beautifully rural, while balanced by some commercial … more
The old Chase Marina site has been pegged for redevelopment by the state Department of Environmental Management (DEM).
Edwards: Movement on Chase Marina project
The state's plan to redevelop the long-vacant Chase Marina site on Riverside Avenue into a commercial fishing hub may soon have new life, a year after DEM officials first began speaking publicly … more
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The sheer number of white-tailed deer in the area is causing problems, and a local group will try to offer some answers Wednesday.
Westport asks: What to do about the deer?
Our Herd , a group of concerned residents, farmers and conservation professionals in Westport and Dartmouth working to restore a sustainable deer population in the adjacent towns will hold a public … more
Jimmy Buffett smiles toward the crowd during his surprise appearance at Sunset Cove in Portsmouth on July 2.
It’s true: Jimmy Buffett played his last gig in Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH — Mike MacFarlane, scrambling around Saturday during a particularly busy day at his Sunset Cove restaurant in Island Park, shook his head as he motioned toward the back lawn … more
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A worker looks on amidst more scaffolding.
Roof renovations begin at George Hail Library
Construction restricting access to the building to its side entrance on Croade Street will persist for about a month. more
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Bonnie Blue and Ed Gifford present ‘Myths of the Sea’ at Herreshoff Marine Museum thought September. Blue is pictured here holding a figurehead she sculpted for Bristol sailor Donna Lange to take on her second circumnavigation in her boat Inspired Insanity. They are standing next to a sculpture “Vigilant’ by Blue’s grandmother Hazel Holloway Rentsch. Giffords photographs adorn the walls, Blue’s sculpture is placed throughout, and vintage Herreshoff dinghies and molds complete the space.
‘Myths Of The Sea’ now on exhibit at Herreshoff
This collection of works by sculptor Bonnie Blue and photographer Ed Gifford is more than the sum of its very impressive parts. more
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Mara Lozier Shore (left) aboard Elisha, adjusts the sail during a race this month. Shore saved the Alden Sakonnets from disappearing in the early nineties and is a big reason why the boats are still racing today. 
Aldens still sailing
Little Compton native Mara Lozier Shore grew up working on and sailing the family boat, Elisha , with her dad, Peter Lozier. He had bought the Alden-made Sakonnet when she was six years old.  … more
Portsmouth Patriots John Colna and Alexander Lopes (right) stop a Rogers opponent from advancing during an Injury Fund game Thursday night in Barrington.
Portsmouth Patriots football season kicks off Friday
PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth High School varsity football team begins its new season with a non-league road game against North Kingstown at 7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 8. The Patriots lost an … more
Barrington resident Michael Crane speaks during the Barrington School Committee meeting on Thursday, Aug. 31. Crane addressed a busing issue that took place on the first day of school.
Bumpy start for school busing in Barrington
Day Two was much better than Day One. The second day of student busing for Barrington Public Schools showed marked improvement over a very bumpy first day that included a bus getting lost and … more
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Running back Tyler Rhynard heads up field during the 14U team's game against Seekonk in week two.
East Bay Warriors football: ‘Four Horsemen’ power 14U team to 2-0 start
The 14U East Bay Warriors football team squashed Seekonk 48-0 in week one, then dominated Dighton-Rehoboth 30-0 in week two, to start their season 2-0.   Running backs Tyler Rhynard, Zach … more
Insights and takeaways from the CD1 special election
STORY OF THE WEEK: If Aaron Regunberg and Gabe Amo finish first and second, respectively, in the CD1 Democratic primary election on Tuesday, it will be not be a surprise. The former state rep and the … more
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Jennifer Jones, a member of B.E.S.T., said union members are not being paid a living wage. She said most B.E.S.T. members earn about $25,000 per year.
Barrington school union members plead for new contract
More than 100 teachers and teachers assistants, each wearing a red shirt, filled the Barrington School Committee meeting on Thursday night, Aug. 31.   The sea of red was a show of … more
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It's Raptor Weekend in Bristol
Owls, hawks and falcons, formidable and magnificent predators of the sky, are rulers of the avian world. Wildlife rehabilitators and experts from across the Northeast will bring a wide variety of … more
Rock Rhythm & Blues Festival this weekend in Westport
The 28th annual Westport Rock Rhythm & Blues Festival to benefit A Wish Come True has non-stop music both days, a cash bar and a kitchen with lots of food. more
Historical society to host Appraisal Day
Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers will conduct an Appraisal Day. Offering verbal appraisals of your antiques and collectibles will be Kevin Bruneau, specialist in antiques, fine art and Asian arts; … more
Jeff Sullivan of Lucky Bait & Tackle, Warren, with the two false albacore he caught at the same time while working two fishing rods off Brenton Reef, Newport.
Strong reports on stripers throughout the region
Striped bass , bluefish and false albacore. East End Eddie Doherty, Cape Cod Canal fishing expert and author, said, “Experienced surf rat Andrew Kuznarowis from Centerville had a very … more
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Coggeshall Farm Museum celebrates 50 years of history, preservation, and education
This fall Coggeshall Farm Museum will host its second annual Harvest Gala. This year’s Gala will take place at Blithewold Mansion in Bristol, RI on October 7 a nd will celebrate 50 years as a … more
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