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Though she's only been here a few years, Jess Higgins has found herself right at home at Wilbur McMahon.
Little Compton's Teacher of the Year is all in
Little Compton fifth grade math and science teacher Jess Higgins is a fresh face by Little Compton standards, but has made a big enough impact that she's been named the 2023-24 Teacher of the Year, … more
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Tracy Woodard shows off a tray of fresh baked goods from inside Tracy’s Cream and Sugar, which opened at 458 Main St. on May 27.
Tracy's Cream and Sugar brings caffeinated sweetness to Main Street
An expansion born from the success of The Perfect Sweet Shoppe, Tracy's Cream and Sugar offers plenty of new options for those looking for a cup of specialty coffee, breakfast sandwich or baked good. more
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Thirteen-year-old Barrington boy facing multiple police charges
A Barrington Police officer was on patrol early Sunday morning, July 2, when he spotted a boy riding a bicycle near the intersection of Maple Avenue and Cottage Street. The officer paused … more
Leah Kossak, marketing and engagement director the Aquidneck Land Trust, strolls through part of Little Creek Preserve with Alex Chuman, the Trust’s conservation director.
To protect and conserve in Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH — At first glance, the Aquidneck Land Trust’s (ALT) latest land acquisition doesn’t look like much. The 9.85-acre property on Hedly Street, purchased outright … more
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Patriotic speaker Col. (Ret.) Joseph McGraw delivers a speech towards the end of the Patriotic Exercises in front of the Colt School on Tuesday.
Retired Green Beret: American ideals have united us from the beginning
U.S. Army Colonel (Ret.) Joseph McGraw, a Portsmouth resident, former Green Beret and current associate professor at the Naval War College, delivered a timely and stirring speech during his keynote at the annual Patriotic Exercises on Tuesday morning. more
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Barrington’s Brendan Watson (left) proudly displays the 40-pound striped bass he caught late last month. His father (right) holds up the broken fishing rod.
Striper snaps rod, but Barrington man lands fish
Brendan Watson caught his first striped bass on June 30, and it was a whopper. The Barrington resident landed a 48-inch, 40-pound striper off Falmouth Heights Beach. Watson was fishing with his … more
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Linden Place hosts reading of famous Frederick Douglass speech
Linden Place Museum invites the community to join a live reading of Frederick Douglass’ iconic 1852 speech “What to The Slave Is The Fourth of July” on Sunday, July 9, in the … more
A preliminary design shows a conceptual layout of a new campus at Mt. Hope High School that includes all athletic fields on the same grounds, which would necessitate the building of a turf football field to double as an all-purpose practice field, and the loss of one dedicated practice field that currently exists on the grounds. Please note this design was note voted on, and is merely an example.
Committees agree a new Bristol-Warren high school is primary goal for bond
Should a bond worth up to $200 million be prepared in time and approved by voters this November, the lion's share of that capital would be used to demolish and construct a new high school for Bristol Warren teens. more
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Providence lights up with Waterfire on Saturday night
There will be a Full Lighting of Waterfire this Saturday, July 8, in Providence. Food vendors and artists will be set up by 6:30 p.m., and the lighting begins at sunset (8:22 p.m.) and continues … more
Annual Church Fair is Saturday in Little Compton
The United Congregational Church of Little Compton hosts its 62nd annual Church Fair this Saturday, July 8, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Festivities begin with the 42nd annual Little Compton Road Race at … more
Secret Garden Tours this weekend in Newport
Visitors can take part in a self-guided walking tour of private gardens during the Newport Secret Garden Tour. Gardens will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. In … more
Food Truck Fridays continue all summer
The tradition continues every Friday night at Roger Williams Park in Providence, home to "Food Truck Fridays." An array of more than 15 food trucks are at the park from 5 to 8 p.m. There is no charge … more
A two-day celebration of art in Wickford
One of the largest and longest-running summer events returns this weekend, with the two-day Wickford Art Festival. Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday, July 8 and 9, the festival is … more
Newport Film hosts 'After the Bite' Thursday night
Newport Film screens “After the Bite,” a film examining how a Cape Cod community responded after a young man was killed by a shark attach at a popular beach. It will be shown on the … more
Tiverton launches summer concert series with The Ravers
Tiverton kicks off a summer-long concert series this Friday night, July 7, with The Ravers. One of Rhode Island’s favorite reggae/rock groups, their sound is influenced by Bob Marley, Steel … more
Photo: Little Compton widow finishes late spouse's work
Little Compton resident John Lewis, who for years lived with his wife Madeline at 115 Colebrook Road, passed away recently, and is probably known to hundreds of golfers even if they didn't know him … more
East Providence Library Block Party series kicks off in style
EAST PROVIDENCE — If first impressions were any indication, then the staff of the East Providence Public Libraries have another summer hit on their hands. Weaver Library, on Grove Avenue, … more
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Rain soaked Bristol's Fourth of July Parade, but spirits remained high
It was anybody’s guess as to whether or not the day would be spared from a downspout. But just as organizers were lining up marchers and parade participants, the heavens opened wide. more
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Summer Pops series honors the music of John Williams
The Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra presents its Summer Pops 2023 Series – "The Movie Maestro: A Tribute to John Williams," with Troy Quinn, conductor. This year, the Summer Pops will honor … more
Police swarm Barrington home following suspicious phone call
An apparent “swatting” incident late Tuesday night, July 4, sent a large number of police officers to a Barrington home. At about 8:50 p.m., Barrington Police received a 911 call … more
Newport Classical Music Festival happening throughout July
The 2023 Newport Classical Music Festival will present 26 concerts this summer between July 4 and 23,  bringing timeless music for today to Newport’s stunning historic mansions and … more
Summer benefit concert to combat hunger
St. Andrew’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church is presenting a benefit concert to combat hunger on Saturday. Gayane Darakyan will perform Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninoff on an 1897 Steinway Grand Piano. … more
60th annual Book Fair returns this weekend
The Westport Quakers hold their popular Book Fair under three huge tents, rain or shine. Cash or checks accepted. Credit cards (MasterCard or Visa) accepted the first two days only. On Saturday, the … more
American Band to perform at Glen Manor
A concert by the American Band, sponsored by Friends of the Glen Manor House, is rain or shine. Grounds open at 5:30 p.m. Bring chairs. Picnics are welcome. No pets. WHAT: Free concert … more
From left: VFP post manager Brian Beaulieu with Mason Auclair, 12, Brian Auclair, Anaya Auclair, 10, and Justin Latini, of the Vietnam Veterans of America council.
Westport family gives back to veterans
Members of Westport's Veterans of Foreign Wars post have a new display of patriotism at their State Road headquarters —  a large American flag made of wood and hand-painted by two local siblings and their father. more
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