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Letter: Of course the Catholic Church is conservative

To the editor: As a parishioner of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, I wonder why it is thought that we need to defend Fr. Zinno, a holy and sacrificial priest. There is but one holy, … more

7/13/23

Letter: New school? Yes. Current location? No.

To the editor: Last week's Phoenix featured an article regarding the need for a new high school to replace the existing Mt. Hope High School and the obstacles that may be encountered if a … more

7/13/23

Letter: Signing off as your General Chairman

To the editor: Well, we just completed another year, 238 annual celebrations under our collective belt, and we will start looking at number 239 real soon. As I stroll into September, I will … more

7/13/23

Letter: Stuck in downtown Bristol

To the editor: I’m writing in regard to the closing of all side streets in downtown Bristol at 8:00 a.m. I don’t think this was ever done before. This morning I traveled down … more

7/13/23

Merchants of Cool singer Dan Pacheco belts out a Foreigner song during Warren’s first 2023 Summer Series concert at Burr’s Hill Park on Sunday.

No complaints yet on noise from Warren's concert series

Reactions among those who had been critical of the high volume generated by Warren's Summer Concert Series indicated things had at least improved from last year, and it seemed a good time was still had by all. more

By Ethan Hartley | 7/13/23

Colby James and The Ramblers perform at Blithewold on July 19

Blithewold's 'Music at Sunset' series is in full swing

Blithewold Mansion, Gardens and Arboretum is the site of a Wednesday night concert series, “Music at Sunset,” with seating on the great lawn fronting Narragansett Bay. Visitors can spread … more

7/13/23

A marching unit strides down the 2023 Bristol Fourth of July parade route.

Iconic symbol of Bristol, or a sloppy paint job?

“This is supposed to represent the colors of the American flag. That’s why we’re doing this...So if it’s supposed to represent the flag, it ought to be the right colors.” more

By Scott Pickering | 7/13/23

Rhode Island Energy crews work to repair lines after a pole fire in Barrington on Wednesday afternoon.

Fire atop utility pole snarls traffic in downtown Barrington

A utility pole caught fire on Wednesday afternoon, July 12, and knocked out power to sections of Barrington. The pole was located on County Road just west of the intersection with Mathewson … more

7/12/23

Vocalist Tish Adams will be performing under the tent on July 27.

Herreshoff Concert Series starts this week

The Herreshoff Marine Museum will be hosting an unforgettable summer of music, every Thursday from July 13 to Aug. 31, under the tent on the HMM waterfront, from 6 to 8 p.m., rain or shine. more

7/12/23

The window replacement project at Orlo Avenue Elementary School started the week of June 26.

East Providence school renovations run full bore this summer

EAST PROVIDENCE — The light is back up...finally The Musco light pole at the East Providence High School stadium, which was removed nearly a year ago due to issues with a 30-inch drain pipe … more

By Mike Rego | 7/12/23

'Christmas in July' coming to Grace Barker on July 17

A ‘Christmas in July’ fundraiser and Christmas caroling event will occur at Grace Barker Health (54 Barker Ave., Warren) on Monday, July 17 at 6 p.m. more

7/12/23

History of the Bristol's parade stripe — born through an act of Congress

Though it may seem that way, the Bristol Fourth of July parade route has not always been painted with a red, white and blue center stripe. more

7/12/23

The Pogs play Sunday night in Warren

The Warren Summer Concert Series takes place Sunday evenings throughout July and August, with shows between 5 and 8 p.m. at Burr's Hill Park. The remaining show schedule is: JULY 16 - THE … more

7/12/23

Wilbur McMahon students Elizabeth Burchard, Phoebe Hadley and Sara Higgins recently published a book of Little Compton recipes. In this first week, they teach you how to make Karen Corrigan's famous spinach stuffed shells.

Little Compton Cooking: From the book

Someone’s been cooking up a storm in Little Compton… but who? The question sniffs out its answer among the laminated pages of Community Cookbook, a recipe book recently created by … more

7/12/23

Herbert A. Durfee, III, a Birlington, Vt. native, is the new full-time Town Planner for Warren, officially the Director of Planning and Community Development. He was formerly the Town Planner for Coventry prior to a tenured career in various municipal pursuits throughout Vermont.

Warren hires new Town Planner

Herb Durfee, most recently the Town Planner for Coventry, is on a mission to optimize processes, and continue to develop Warren’s potential more

By Ethan Hartley | 7/12/23

Providence Restaurant Weeks now through July 22

Providence Restaurant Weeks are ongoing through July 22. There are more than 60 area restaurants with featured deals and specials for lunch and dinner, with some offering prix fixe menus. They may … more

7/12/23

Farmers' market every Saturday on the East Side

The Hope Street Farmers Market continues every Satuday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Lippitt Park on the East Side of Providence. The market is one of the largest anywhere, with dozens of vendors offering … more

7/12/23

'Food Trucks at Sunset' in Portsmouth on Saturday

Safe Harbor New England Boatworks is hosting the second of its three "Food Truck Sunset" events this Saturday, July 15. There will be beer and wine sales, live bands, and a diverse selection of more … more

7/12/23

Tiverton school spending goes under the microscope

Tiverton will spend up to $100,000 to hire an outside accounting firm to scrutinize the school district’s finances and spending practices over the last two fiscal years. Members of the … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 7/12/23

The end of the railroad track near the Sakonnet River Bridge is a popular spot for anglers. It’s also become a place where trash is dumped on a regular basis.

In Portsmouth: What to do about bad beach behavior?

PORTSMOUTH — Go to any popular fishing spot in town that’s accessible via a public right of way (ROW) and you’ll find the “presents” left behind by many visitors: … more

By Jim McGaw | 7/12/23

Tiverton summer concerts are Friday nights

The Tiverton Summer Concert Series continues with shows every Friday night. This week's show (July 14) is the Digg It Band . All shows are Friday from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at the Bulgarmarsh … more

7/12/23

Letter: Sad to hear of athletic director's surprise departure

As a lifelong resident of Westport, a graduate of Westport High School, and a mother of two children currently in the school system, I do my best to understand the decisions made by the schools and … more

7/12/23

Coastal Healing seeks relief amidst weed woes

Westport Select Board members agreed Monday evening to waive a State Road cannabis store’s late fees through the end of the year, in part to “buy time” and come up with a more … more

By Paige Shapiro | 7/12/23

New EPHS assistant principal Jill Usenia speaks at the July 11 School Committee meeting. Usenia returns to EPHS where she began her career as a student teacher.

East Providence School Department hires four building administrators

EAST PROVIDENCE — Dr. Sandra Forand, superintendent of schools for East Providence, notified the School Committee at its meeting on Tuesday, July 11, of four new significant hires to building … more

By Mike Rego | 7/12/23

Barrington Summer Concerts are Sunday nights

The Barrington Summer Concert Series continues this week with a performance by Odyssey & the Brass Daddies on Sunday, July 16. The free concerts take place every Sunday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at … more

7/12/23