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Artists Gary and Suzi Graham in their Graham Gallery, opened earlier this year at 412A Thames St.

New Thames Street gallery hosting numerous meet-the-artist events

Beginning in 2020, confined to their home, painting became an everyday escape for Gary and Suzi Graham. more

By Christy Nadalin | 10/5/22

Charity 'AC/DC' concerts benefits food pantry

A “Charity Concert for the Westport Food Pantry” takes places this Saturday, Oct. 8, from 3 to 6 p.m. at the outdoor stage behind the Town Hall Annex building, 856 Main Rd., Westport. … more

10/5/22

Don E. Cowart II began his new role as superintendent of Coventry public schools on Oct. 1. He grew up in Warren and graduated from Warren High School in 1987.

Don Cowart, Warren native, is Coventry's new superintendent

Don Cowart II began his tenure as Coventry’s superintendent this week, the culmination of a nearly 30-year career in education that began as a teacher in New Jersey. more

By Ethan Hartley | 10/5/22

Members of the BHS boys cross country team pose for a photo following the 2022 Woods Trail Run hosted by Thetford Academy in Thetford, Vt.

Barrington cross country teams shine in Vermont

The Barrington High School cross country teams recently proved that training on flat ground does not mean you can’t run hills. The BHS boys team ran to a third place finish at the … more

10/5/22

Hennessey Elementary School third grade teacher Emily Rendine gathers with her students after receiving the 2022 Milken Educator Award.

East Providence teacher Rendine receives $25,000 Milken Award

EAST PROVIDENCE — Hennessey Elementary School third grade teacher Emily Rendine received a 2022 Milken Educator Award, presented by the Milken Family Foundation, in the amount of $25,000 during … more

10/5/22

First singles player Elsa White hits a forehand/backhand during her match against Sonya Pareek of Barrington. She won the match, 6-1, 6-3, and is currently 6-1 on the season.

White qualifies for states as tennis team competes in D-I

The move up to Division I has been difficult for the Mt. Hope tennis team who are now 3-4 on the season after losing to Barrington 6-1 on Monday afternoon. Last season the Huskies were the Division … more

Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. | 10/5/22

Letter: Like it or not, government fixes things

To the editor: One has to feel for the citizens of the sunshine state, et.al., who have had their lives ripped apart by hurricane Ian this week. At the same time you can only feel distain for … more

10/5/22

Barrington Town Council candidates (clockwise from top left) Kate Berard, Jarrod Ryan, Ray Clark, and Braxton Medlin.

Ask the candidates: How will you vote on the marijuana question?

Question: How will you vote on the ballot question about whether to allow retail sales of recreational cannabis in Barrington? Braxton Medlin (D) — “I will vote yes. Regardless of my … more

10/5/22

Tiverton fire crews at the scene of an outdoor blaze.

Tiverton Fire Department sues town over pay

The union that represents Tiverton’s firefighters is suing the town, claiming it violated Rhode Island law in calculating overtime pay for its members. Tiverton Firefighters Local 1703, the … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 10/4/22

An aerial view depicts how the building would appear compared to surrounding structures. The Tourister Mill is the large complex at the back.

Citizens united in opposition to Water Street development

Over 15 residents spoke in opposition to a proposed four-story, 17-unit affordable housing development that would be located at 119 Water St. and would require nine zoning variances. more

By Ethan Hartley | 10/4/22

Hannah Wolbach carries freshly picked crops Friday morning.

Westport Profiles in Farming: Hannah Wolbach

This week begins a new, semi-weekly series in the Westport Shorelines, "Profiles in Farming." Deanna Levanti, a member of the Westport Agricultural Commission, will talk with Westport-area farmers … more

By Deanna Levanti | 10/4/22

East Providence begins statistical revaluation process in October

EAST PROVIDENCE — The city through its newly-hired private sector appraiser will begin the Statistical Revaluation Project of properties throughout East Providence, a process delayed a year … more

10/4/22

Police investigating Barrington house break

Barrington Police received a 911 call on Monday, Sept. 26 at 7:30 p.m. for a possible house break on Cherry Lane. Officers responded to the scene and discovered that a front window at the home had … more

10/4/22

The Huskies girls cross country team from left, Analucia Romero, Ryan Coffey, Jessica Deal, Sonia Bradley, Reyn Ferris, Lily Dasilveira, and Lucy O’Brien, posted their best regular season record ever at 8-3, according to coach Susan Rancourt. The team is waiting their fate about qualifying for states as a team.

Huskies go 8-3, best record ever

Freshman phenom Jessica Deal took first place as the Mt. Hope cross country team swept Tiverton and St. Mary Academy on Monday to finish with an 8-3 record, the best record in the team’s … more

Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. | 10/4/22

Members of the Barrington School Committee are shown during a meeting earlier this year.

Barrington School Committee fined for Open Meetings violation

In May, Rhode Island Superior Court Judge Jeffrey Lanphear ruled that the Barrington School Committee violated the state’s Open Meetings Act by failing to provide sufficient notice before … more

By Josh Bickford | 10/4/22

Portsmouth High’s Joseph Murphy attempts to head a corner kick into the net during a 5-0 win over Mt. Hope on Wednesday, Sept. 28.

Portsmouth High shuts out Mt. Hope, 5-0 (photos)

The Portsmouth Patriots boys’ soccer squad overwhelmed visiting Mt. Hope in a league game last Wednesday, Sept. 28, shutting out the Huskies by a score of 5-0. more

10/3/22

Portsmouth High School boys’ varsity soccer head coach Mike Stinton (center) talks to his team during halftime of a game in 2018. The 1968 PHS grad will be inducted into the PHS Athletic Hall of Fame on Oct. 8 as both an athlete and coach.

Last call for Portsmouth High Athletic Hall of Fame tix

The Portsmouth High School Athletic Hall of Fame will hold its annual induction ceremony this Saturday, Oct. 8, at the Green Valley Country Club, 371 Union St. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. with a cash … more

10/3/22

A "Bobcat" plowing a sidewalk with its snowblower attachment similar to the vehicles the East Providence DPW is requesting to purchase as part of the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Capital Budget.

E.P. Council considers Fiscal Year 2022-23 Capital projects budget

EAST PROVIDENCE — The City Council, at workshop held the last week of September, took its first in-depth look at the $3,131,725 Fiscal Year 2022-23 Capital expenditures budget as proposed by … more

By Mike Rego | 10/3/22

Barrington High School senior Leo Caldarella (second from right) stands with other members of Team Christine, which recently participated in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Providence. Caldarella organized the team and helped raise more than $7,000 for the Alzheimer’s Association as part of his senior project.

Barrington student honors his grandmother through his senior project

For Barrington resident Leo Caldarella, the choice of a high school senior project was easy. He would study the effects of Alzheimer’s, a disease that has directly impacted his family. … more

10/3/22

Barrington's Payton Murphy runs over a Cranston East defender en route to a long pick-up.

Eagles outscore Bolts in football fireworks display

The crowd at Victory Field on Friday night was treated to showcase of high-scoring offenses. In the end, the Barrington High School football team built a two-score lead in the fourth quarter and … more

By Josh Bickford | 10/1/22

Russell Morin Catering & Events will be taking over management of the town-owned Glen Manor House on Jan. 1, 2023.

Portsmouth: Russell Morin to manage Glen Manor House

PORTSMOUTH — After nearly three decades of being managed by Katie and Don Wilkinson, the reigns of the town-owned Glen Manor House will be turned over to Russell Morin Catering & … more

By Jim McGaw | 10/1/22

Weaver Library unveils new ‘StoryWalk’ outdoor learning path

EAST PROVIDENCE — Weaver Library has added another use for its sprawling lawn, besides its seasonal farmers market and concert venue, with the recent installation of permanent structures … more

10/1/22

Owen Boudria chips onto the first green during Westport’s match against Bourne at Acoaxet Golf Club on Wednesday. Boudria shot a 53 to win his match.

Spirlet shoots 40 in Westport golf loss

Cooper Spirlet shot a low score of 40 and won his match at the Old Scotland Links Golf Course in Bridgewater for the Westport golf team which lost to Bristol Plymouth 2-7 in a league match on … more

Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. | 9/30/22

Sean Palumbo (right) was all smiles after receiving the John Pellegrino Memorial Award from Bristol Fire Dept. EMS Captain Sam Turner.

Bristol EMS celebrates 75 years of saving lives

In 1947, a handful of Bristol’s finest firefighters got together and formed the Bristol Rescue Squad. Seventy-five years later, the team is going stronger than ever. more

By Manny Correira | 9/30/22

Sally Barker and Jane Harrison admire artwork donated by local artists that is destined for the silent auction at Warren Heritage Foundation’s Portside Picnic.

Warren Heritage Foundation’s annual gala is Oct. 8

A bounty of food, live music, and a prize-filled auction will highlight event honoring Warren’s nautical roots more

9/30/22