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Letter: What to do when an SUV of drunken teens rolls up
Last Thursday evening, four of us gathered on my porch located three houses up from Bristol Harbor and three houses down from the Bristol parade route, smack in the center of historic Constitution … more
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Dylan Menante eyes an approach shot during the final round of the 2022 Northeast Amateur Invitational at Wannamoisett Country Club in East Providence.
Two-time champ Menante returns to defend title at 2023 Northeast Amateur
EAST PROVIDENCE — Two-time reigning champion Dylan Menante returns to defend his title when the 61st Northeast Amateur Invitational golf tournament tees off at Wannamoisett Country Club June … more
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David Silva, Chris Zingg and Taylor Benton have big plans for the former 2nd Story Theatre on Market Street in Warren. And those plans have local theater groups feeling very excited.
In Your Ear moves into former 2nd Story Theatre — and they've got big plans
Just a few short months ago, local theater advocates were close to mourning the death of 2nd Story Theatre. Today, thanks to a local vinyl shop, they have reason to hope and rejoice again. more
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Some residents who live at the northern tip of Common Fence Point say visitors who access the right of way to the shoreline have caused parking problems, with some vehicles blocking mailboxes and driveways.
Portsmouth to put brakes on problematic parking areas
PORTSMOUTH — After hearing several Common Fence Point residents complain about visitors’ vehicles blocking mailboxes and driveways at the north end of Anthony Road, the Town Council … more
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Sue Janik, a “Break a Leg” dancer, gets a twirl from Brandon Spear, an “All Abilities” dancer, during the “Dance Me In Showcase” at the CFP Arts, Wellness and Community Center on Saturday.
In Portsmouth: Their turn in the spotlight
PORTSMOUTH — Fifteen-year-old Henry Denis had just acknowledged the wild applause after singing a stirring version of “L-O-V-E” to Jill Merlin and Colleen Monahan, when Sue … more
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Back in the Day has become a crowd delight at the Bristol Fourth of July Concert Series. The 1980s rock ’n roll tribute band, shown here during their 2022 performance, will be back in Bristol on Saturday, July 1.
Bristol Fourth concert series is back: 22 shows in 13 nights
When the Bristol Fourth of July Committee decided to move the Fourth of July Concert Series to Independence Park, many thought it was a gamble at the very least. There were those native Bristolians … more
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Carnival returns to the Bristol Town Common this weekend
The Rockwell Amusements carnival is on the Bristol Town Common as part of the annual Fourth of July celebration. There are rides, games and carnival food. WHAT: Annual carnival WHEN: June … more
Gardening with the Masters tour is this weekend
The 2023 URI Master Gardeners tour is a go-at-your-own-pace look at 17 impressive vegetable and herb gardens, pollinator and rain gardens, unique hardscaping, native plants and more around the state. … more
Strawberry Social is Sunday in Tiverton
The Tiverton Farmers’ Market is turning three years old on June 25 and will celebrate with the third annual Strawberry Shortcake Social on Sunday. Strawberry shortcake with whipped cream will … more
The Barrington Business and Community Association farmers markets will take place on five Thursday afternoons this summer.
Farmers markets start later this month in Barrington
St. John’s Church will host a series of farmers markets this summer. The first is scheduled for Thursday, June 29. Sponsored by the Barrington Business and Community Association, the … more
Norman Dudziak photographed this invasive autumn olive (left) at the Seaview Marsh land trust property on the Palmer River on Oct. 1, 2020, and has posted it to iNaturalist. He photographed this snowy egret at the Aurora Marsh land trust property on the Palmer River on April 28, 2015, and has posted it to iNaturalist.
Crowdsourcing knowledge about our world
The crown jewel of citizen science for biological nature observations is “iNaturalist,” a social network with more than 2.6 million participants. Using … more
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The ugly trip to Philly continues to reverberate in R.I.
STORY OF THE WEEK: The after-life of the March trip by two Rhode Island officials to Philadelphia continued to echo loudly. After an initial burst of media coverage, the story got picked up by the … more
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Katie Spier shows appreciation for her first keeper, caught last year while fishing with uncle Greg Spier of Portsmouth. The striped bass regulation is one fish/person/day in a slot size of 28” to less than 31.”
How to preserve and cook your catch
If you are fortunate enough to catch a striped bass in the allowable slot size of 28” to less than 31”, and plan to keep and eat it, here are some tips on how to preserve and cook the … more
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Senior Abby Monkevicz hugs fellow senior Cassie Taber after the game. Taber got on base in the seventh inning via an era and made it to second base before the game came to an end.
Tigers stay proud in 8-2 loss to Mounties in Championship
The Tiverton softball team fell to Mount St. Charles 8-2 in the Division III Championship game at Rhode Island College on Monday night.   “I’m super proud of all of us and how … more
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Chloe Simmons (left), Sofia Haberman, Reily Amaral, Hailey Ferreira and the team break out of a huddle after the game.
Huskies solemn after 9-1 loss to Avengers in Championship
The Mt. Hope softball team fell to East Greenwich 9-1 in the Division II Championship at Rhode Island College on Monday afternoon. The Huskies finished their season with a record of 17-4. The Huskies … more
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Westport police logs: Several disturbances reported
Tuesday, June 6 Stephen Bried, 37, of 104 Tyndall Ave., Colorado Springs, Co., was charged with operating under the influence of liquor after police pulled him over at Old Bedford and Sanford … more
Steve Oliveira and wife Dawn (middle) pose with Tiverton first responders Jim Miranda (left), Lt William Pannicia, Lt Mike Ladusau, Nicholas Barboza, Captain Peter Manchester and Brandon Botelho, who all aided in saving his life.  
A life saved, and thanks given
Steve Oliveira walked into the Tiverton Fire Department headquarters on Main Road one recent morning, bearing coffee, donuts and gift cards for the crew. It was the least he could do, he said, for … more
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Recalls, Withdrawals and Safety Alerts: Fords, sausages, Trek bikes 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
A dog wearing a life vest stands on Barrington Beach looking out toward the water. Dogs are not allowed on the section of the beach that runs from Water Way east to Beach Road.
At Barrington Beach: No dogs allowed
Town officials are reminding people that dogs are not allowed on Barrington Beach during the summer season. More specifically, dogs are not allowed on the section of beach that runs from Water … more
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Hannah Araujo, 20, became the owner of Victoria’s Flowers at 606 Metacom Ave. in January. She went from asking the owner for a job, to owning the shop, in less than three years.
Flower shop owner loves bringing joy to those in dark times
In just three years, Hannah Araujo went from seeking a job as a 17-year-old, to owning the shop. more
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The EPHS baseball team charges pitcher Tim Robitaille after the final out of the Townies' 1-0 win over East Greenwich for the 2023 Division II championship Monday, June 19.
Twice is nice...East Providence wins second-ever baseball title
PROVIDENCE — For just the second time in the near-century long history of the program in the Interscholastic League, the East Providence High School baseball team is a champion. Tim … more
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Letter: Bible portrays pride as an evil thing
To the editor: I strongly disagree with a point the author of the story made (“Respond to hate — never ignore it,” June 15 editorial).   In particular, the phrase … more
Barrington’s Scott Sloan won a gold medal in the javelin at the recent USATF New England Youth Spring Invitational, and finished second in the Rising Stars division at the New Balance Nationals last weekend.
Barrington athlete competes at track nationals
Barrington’s Scott Sloan, a 16-year-old junior at the Wheeler School, won gold in the javelin at the recent USATF New England Youth Spring Invitational in Wenham, Mass., with a personal best … more
Annawon Weeden (in the stern) and helpers paddle the mishoon up the Westport River's East Branch last month, bound for the Head of Westport.
Wampanoags take center stage at Saturday's River Day
A traditional Wampanoag mishoon and Native American culture take center stage at The Westport River Watershed Alliance 's annual River Day festival, which runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. this coming … more
Dolphin or pilot whale found beached in Little Compton
What could be a dolphin, or possibly a small pilot whale, was found beached at Taylor's Lane over the weekend. The decomposing animal, about nine feet long, was found by a John Dyer Road … more
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