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The Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church Feast Chief Marshal this year is longtime parishioner Denise Asciolla (center). She is flanked by Nicholas Simeone (left, the Thomas Vendituoli Award recipient) and the Rev. Henry P. Zinno Jr., pastor of Mt. Carmel Church.

Mt. Carmel's 125th July Feast begins July 9

Everything is ready for the 125th Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church 16th of July Feast, according to the Rev. Henry P. Zinno, Jr. more

By Manny Correira | 7/2/23

Over 700 runners from 36 states participate in Bristol Half Marathon

On Saturday the Independence Rhode Race hosted over 700 participants at their annual running event in Bristol, with 36 States being represented. more

7/1/23

Windsurfers cut across the water on a perfectly windy afternoon.

High-stakes racing on Mt. Hope Bay

Many of the best youth sailors in the world spent this week zipping across the waters of Mount Hope Bay, off the shore from Roger Williams University. The university and U.S. Sailing hosted the U.S. … more

6/30/23

Fourth at Pierce 'fires' on July 3

The annual East Providence Independence Day Celebration, conducted by the Recreation Department, takes place Monday July 3, at Pierce Memorial Stadium on Mercer Street. Gates open at 6 p.m. A … more

6/30/23

Latin Singer/Rapper Jamez Martin performs during his set at Folks Fest.

7th annual Warren Folks Fest set for Aug. 19

The Collaborative recently announced their 7th Annual Warren Folks Festival, which will occur on Saturday, Aug. 19 from 1-7 p.m. at 30 Cutler St. in Warren. more

6/30/23

Space Cadets owner Bleu Grijalva vowed to stay positive throughout the unfortunate plight he finds himself in. In March, a new property group from out of state purchased the building at 450 Main St. and hiked the rent to $5,800 a month, essentially forcing them out of business.

Space Cadets forced to vacate Warren's Main Street following rent hike

Space Cadets — a place where it seems as though the inventory was plucked from every far reach of the galaxy imaginable — has been forced to vacate the premises at 450 Main St. The deadline is Friday, and there’s not much that can be done about it. more

By Ethan Hartley | 6/30/23

Recalls, Withdrawals and Safety Alerts: Hondas, sodas, swings and more

At the end of each week, the law firm d’Oliveira & Associates compiles a summary of recalls, FDA warnings, market withdrawals and safety alerts that the public should be aware of for their … more

6/30/23

A member of the Navy Supply Corps School from Newport gives out high fives to smiling parade attendees during last year’s celebration.

Parade Chairman: Remember the reason we celebrate the Fourth

We may call it the 4th of July Parade, but the woman on whose shoulders the responsibility has rested these last two years has never lost sight of the real heroes, and the real name, of the parade — that is, the Military, Civic, and Firemen’s Parade. more

By Christy Nadalin | 6/30/23

Dylan Cote offers a bunt during his first at-bat against Pawtucket, Tuesday.

Bristol Warren 12U all-stars fall to Pawtucket 4-0, move to loser's bracket

The team now moves on to host Barrington in a loser’s bracket game on July 5 at 5:45 p.m. more

Photos by Julie Furtado | 6/30/23

The view west up Church Street will look cleaner following the (pending) removal of these large white bike signs.

Bristol takes down bicycle signage following public criticism

The backlash was swift, with comments coming in to this newspaper, on online forums, and overheard throughout town. more

By Christy Nadalin | 6/30/23

Artist Peter Devine and wife, Nancy, owner of Gallery 57 By The Bay. The gallery celebrated a grand opening this past weekend and the first exhibit features work from Peter.

New art gallery opens on Warren's Water Street

Gallery 57 By the Bay opened at 57 Water St. this past Saturday. more

6/30/23

Tiverton players celebrate after beating Barrington 8-3 to win the District 2 title at Barrington High School on Wednesday night.

Tiverton 12U softball wins District 2 title

The Tiverton 12U softball all-stars beat Barrington 8-3 in a game three showdown to take the District 2 championship at Barrington High School on Wednesday night. Tiverton ace Liliana Luis … more

Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. rdionne@eastbaymediagroup.com | 6/29/23

Gallery: Rumford, Newport Silva Baseball Tourney All Stars

EAST PROVIDENCE — The 2023 Ron Silva District 2 Little League Minor Division All Star Tournament began Thursday night, June 29, with games across the area. Included on the schedule was … more

By Mike Rego | 6/29/23

A new Starbucks in Barrington will include a drive-through lane and an outdoor patio.

New Starbucks taking shape in Barrington Shopping Center

Work is well underway on a new Starbucks in the Barrington Shopping Center. And according to officials close to the project, the new coffee shop should be opening this fall. Joe … more

By Josh Bickford | 6/29/23

The 10-12 year old group begins their race.

Nearly 100 compete in annual 4th of July Foot Races

View results from Bristol's annual July 4th Foot Races. more

6/29/23

Six trees have been entirely cut down or are in the process of being cut down in front of Rockwell School. It is part of the program in partnership with the state to remove trees infested by an invasive beetle that feasts on Ash trees.

State chops trees in front of school in battle with invasive larvae

Passersby on Hope Street likely noticed six trees that have been entirely cut down or are in the process of being cut down in front of Rockwell School. more

By Ethan Hartley | 6/29/23

Freitas and Costa honored for their work in Westport

Two familiar faces were recently honored for their service and commitment to the Town of Westport. Carol Freitas, Westport's Veterans' Service Officer (VSO), received the Massachusetts Veterans … more

By Ted Hayes | 6/29/23

The Town of Warren and its Harbormaster’s Office christened a new, state-of-the-art harbor patrol boat on May 25 at the Town Wharf on Water Street. Built by Metal Shark in Louisiana, the boat cost approximately $200,000, and was funded by the Town’s capital account to replace a 15-year-old patrol boat.

Warren to crack down on impaired boating this Fourth of July weekend

Joining up with the national #OperationDryWater effort, Warren harbormaster and police personnel will be ramping up patrols between July 1-3 to prevent people from operating boats while intoxicated. more

By Ethan Hartley | 6/29/23

Letter: Wind companies, explain acoustic suppression systems

Constance Gee has raised the alarm concerning marine mammal deaths that appear to be linked to high-resolution geophysical mapping in preparation for the pile-driving of the Vineyard and Southfork … more

6/29/23

Letter: Vote 'Yes' on override — the alternative is much worse

A positive vote on July 25 to allow Westport to adopt a budget override will restore balance to the town’s fiscal affairs. The Westport Fiscal Stability Group’s report (posted on the … more

6/29/23

Letter: Remember why we celebrate Independence Day

I would like the general public to remember what the holiday on July 4th is really all about. It's not about cookouts, parades, or fireworks. It's about "life, liberty, and the pursuit of … more

6/29/23

Tiverton crematorium fight enters new stage

As some local residents are gearing up for the next round of their fight with a development company that wants to build a crematorium in the north end of town, they received a piece of encouraging … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 6/29/23

Dora Millikin (left) and director Marjory O'Toole work on the exhibit one recent afternoon.

Art as inspiration guides new show in Little Compton

Those particularly cynical few may say there’s nothing new under the sun. That might well be. But true or not, the Little Compton Historical Society embraces the claim this year, giving people … more

By Paige Shapiro | 6/29/23

Chuck MacDonough has been the General Chairman for the Fourth of July Committee for the past two years, and was the Parade Chairman in 2020 and 2021. He has been on the committee since 2008.

What does the future of Bristol's Fourth of July look like?

“The average age of our committee, I’d say, is probably in the high 50s,” said Chuck MacDonough, Fourth of July Committee General Chairman. “And we do need a younger generation." more

By Ethan Hartley | 6/29/23

Letter: We’ll need more good samaritans in the future

To the editor: In response to Alayne White’s op-ed piece published in last week’s East Bay Life section , “What to do when an SUV of drunken teens rolls up,” I commend … more

6/29/23