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Some believed Little Compton's odds of ever securing a retail marijuana license were long at best, but voters took no chances Tuesday and rejected a move that would have allowed the retail sale of … more
Ray Brum, who turned 79 this past spring, passed away recently, leaving behind his wife of 55 years (Maryann), his loving family, and enough memories to last a lifetime. more
Jason Knight is heading back to the Statehouse. The Barrington resident and District 67 representative defeated Republican challenger Scott Fuller on Tuesday night, Nov. 8.  Rep. Knight, a … more
Westport's 'Start 'Em Young' after school enrichment program is turning into a promising feeder program for middle and high school sports, one year after getting off the ground in the district's … more
The Town closed on the sale of 9 Court St. on Oct. 18, fetching a competitive bid price of $576,000 for the building which formerly housed the Zoning, Community Development, and Building Inspector’s offices. more
Barrington Police are investigating strange notes found in the mailboxes at three Barrington homes last week. Police said an Atlantic Crossing resident stopped into the station on Wednesday, … more
To the editor: There are many things to oversee when managing a town and its budget. Giving residents the services that they need as well as being fiscally responsible is a constant balancing … more
The school building committee has selected a new school construction plan, but still needs to choose locations. At their meeting on Nov. 1, members of the committee endorsed a plan to build one … more
Although Davison Bolster wasn’t interested pastels at the time, he held onto the gift left by his late grandfather. He only learned later what lengths his grandfather took to secure them. more
To the editor: In the issue of the Phoenix immediately preceding the recent elections, one of the leaders of the Bristol County Concerned Citizens submitted a letter to the editor complaining … more
To the editor: Mornings at my family’s nursery on Poppasquash often begin with a deer chase. These sadly overpopulated creatures strip our evergreens of foliage 6’ up from the ground, and … more
To the editor: The V.F.W. Post 237, Bristol, every year has a poppy drive to raise money for various charities. All the money collected goes to very good causes. We contacted Seabra and the … more
To the editor: Regular as clockwork each election cycle the Phoenix publishes a rabble-rousing letter from William Sousa Grapentine complaining about everything progressive and offering only sour … more
EAST PROVIDENCE — The annual East Providence Veterans Day service takes place on Friday, Nov. 11, at the Sqantum Woods Memorial Park of Vets Memorial Parkway at 11 a.m. All service … more
EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School girls’ volleyball team swept past Cumberland Wednesday night, Nov. 9, in their Division II semifinal playoff match at Ramos Gym/Carvalho … more
This is a night Jennifer Oliveira Mancieri would never forget. more
With three vacant school committee seats open this year, voters on Tuesday sent Democratic incumbent Travis Auty back for another term, with fellow Democrat Megan Gonzalez and Republican Susan … more
EAST PROVIDENCE — State officials along with Rhode Island’s United States Congressional delegation recently announced the procurement of $16 million in grants for 42 local law … more
At least 14 ballots remaining to be counted could have a big impact on Tuesday's Little Compton Town Council election, which according to votes counted so far, leaves incumbent Democrat Andrew … more
EAST PROVIDENCE — City and state officials joined one of the region’s most noted entertainment luminaries some two weeks ago to announce plans to construct a permanent outdoor concert … more
Tiverton will mark Veterans' Day Friday, Nov. 11, with an 11 am ceremony at the World War I monument at Grinnell's Beach.  Following is a speech that will be read at the ceremony by Tiverton … more
Westport will honor those who have served in the United States Armed Forces, including the approximately 900 veterans who call Westport home, during its annual Veterans Day … more
Get ready to embrace nature and join Norman Bird Sanctuary for their Owl Prowl on Friday night. Prowl the trails at dusk as native owls begin to set up their nesting territory. You’ll learn how … more
Hop aboard vessel Katherine of the Jamestown Newport Ferry to do a loop around Newport Harbor, pass by Citing Rock and Rose Island and a few other nearby spots that the grey seals frequent this time … more
The Barrington United Veterans Council will be holding its annual Veterans Day ceremony at Victory Gate, Barrington High School at 11 a.m. on Nov. 11. Major Bill Groves, US Army Vietnam veteran … more
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