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Students shared their discoveries about Barrington’s slave history during a recent presentation at the Bay Spring Community Center.

Research reveals details about town’s slave history

It was tedious. It was frustrating. And it was time-consuming. But in the end, the research work completed by three college students helped uncover some valuable information about … more

By Josh Bickford | 5/13/22

Sgt. Brian Morse (left) and patrolman Sean Gonsalves demonstrate the use of Axon body cameras that can be bought through a state grant.

Bristol Police demo new body camera technology

While waiting to see about state funding the cameras, the Bristol Police Department has launched a 30-day demo/pilot program, with a couple of officers on each shift volunteering to wear the technology. more

By Christy Nadalin | 5/13/22

Barrington's Maddox Godwin crushes a spike against East Providence.

Barrington volleyball team is young, smart and athletic

What a difference a year makes. At this time last year, the Barrington High School boys volleyball team had struggled to capture two wins while battling some tough competition. This year, the … more

By Josh Bickford | 5/13/22

Residents of Quaker Manor/Estates have been complaining about maintenance and management issues for the past several years. However, Phoenix Property Management, which took over management in the beginning of 2021, has assured tenants there is a light at the end of the tunnel.

Portsmouth: HUD demands Quaker Manor ownership change

PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth Housing Authority (PHA) will eventually be getting “out of the ownership and management business,” its chairman told tenants of Quaker Manor/Quaker … more

By Jim McGaw | 5/13/22

The Kanopy streaming service will be accessible through utilization of your library card, beginning this Friday.

Free streaming service now available at Rogers Free Library

Rogers Free Library will begin offering Kanopy streaming; patrons can stream 10 titles a month. more

By Christy Nadalin | 5/13/22

Warren PD: A late night welder and disruptive skateboarders

Warren Police activity from May 2 to May 8, 2022. more

5/13/22

Joe DaPonte with the rooster in March, soon after it was un-molded.

Giant rooster sighted in Bristol Industrial Park

When they are not building high-performance fishing and sailing vessels or presiding over 4th of July Events, Joe and Rosa DaPonte are building giant roosters. more

By Christy Nadalin | 5/12/22

Town Administrator Steven Contente and Congressman David Cicilline flank a big check secured by Cicilline for the conversion of the old Walley School building. Also pictured: Council Chairman Nathan Calouro, Police Chief Kevin Lynch, Acting Director of Parks and Recreation Tim Shaw, Sen Wally Felag, Councilman Tim Sweeney, and Councilman Aaron Ley.

Bristol receives nearly $700,000 for Walley project

The funding will assist in the conversion of the decommissioned Walley School into a new senior and resource facility. more

5/12/22

Column: Important lessons from (almost) forgotten history

As someone who makes it their profession to know things and seeks out knowledge when I find myself ignorant on issues of importance, I will admit flatly that I was ashamed to learn how little I truly … more

By Ethan Hartley | 5/12/22

Good weather is expected for this weekend's festivities.

Bigger than ever, Bristol's State Street Arts Fair is on Saturday

Music and various local arts and crafts artisans will fill State Street in Bristol from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. more

5/12/22

The wide view from the A/V setup of the Bristol Town Hall provides a clear picture of the full council with reliable audio, and is capable of live streaming and full playback on YouTube following a meeting.

Despite great tech, Bristol boards are conducting most business in person

The speed at which town government has dialed back the use of remote meeting technology suggests they prefer the way things were. more

By Christy Nadalin | 5/12/22

Letter: On the Bristol safe contents

To the editor: I would like to comment on the bronze plate of the Colt Memorial School logo that was recently found in a safe at the former Oliver School. If I were a professional betting man, I … more

5/12/22

Letter: Concern regarded political affiliation transparency, not the political group

To the editor: Last week's Phoenix contained two letters from members of the Bristol County Concerned Citizens, criticizing me for a letter I submitted the previous week regarding local … more

5/12/22

Letter: Flooding hazard diminishes the use of Robin Rug

To the editor: In addition to the finding that the usable space in Robin Rug has been inflated due to faulty math, a further reduction is needed because of the flooding hazard. The size elevation is … more

5/12/22

Letter: Looking for leaders, and candidates for office

To the editor: While the past two years have been challenging in many ways, they have also highlighted the importance of community and the power of coming together to support one another and get … more

5/12/22

Letter: Bristol is in need of a new Senior Center?

To the editor: Talk about duplication of services across the board! We have a Senior Center that goes above and beyond and offers all and more than the proposed plan at the Walley School. We … more

5/12/22

Letter: A different perspective on Yarn Mill square footage

To the editor: Friends of Historic Bristol (FHB) is questioning the gross square footage of The Yarn Mill Project and trying to pressure the Planning Board into a new look at the project. The square … more

5/12/22

Jordan Scriven works on the mural at Jannito Field on Monday afternoon. She said she would be finished with it by the end of that day.

New mural puts fresh face on Jannitto Field

A new mural has been painted on the dugout near the backstop of Jannitto Field on Water Street more

5/12/22

Barrington High School student selected as U.S. Presidential Scholar

Barrington High School senior Lucy Dreier has been selected as a U.S. Presidential Scholar — she is one of only three students from Rhode Island and 161 nationwide to earn the … more

5/12/22

Drone view of Jacob’s Point captured by Warren photographer Butch Lombardi.

Public walk at Jacob’s Point this Saturday

Explore Jacob’s Point this Saturday to learn about the endangered marsh and some of its inhabitants. more

5/12/22

This vacant lot on Carnegie Harbor Drive recently sold for $2 million — said to be the highest vacant land sale of the year in Rhode Island.

Portsmouth: Carnegie Harbor Drive lot fetches $2 million

PORTSMOUTH — Residential Properties Ltd. (RPL) has announced the sale of a vacant lot on Carnegie Harbor Drive for $2 million — the highest vacant land sale in Rhode Island this … more

5/11/22

Warren residents discuss their ideas with Town Councilman Brandt Heckert for the Burr's Hill Park Activity Building during a "Design Charette," on Wednesday.

Public weighs in on Warren beach building

A design charrette held last Wednesday, May 4, at Kickemuit Middle School drew around 30 participants, including various town officials, to brainstorm ideas for the proposed concessions and utility building space at the Warren Town Beach. more

By Ethan Hartley | 5/11/22

Letter: Thanks to the Warren Tree Commission

To the editor: Thanks to Ethan Hartley and the Warren Times-Gazette for the article about the Arbor Day celebration at Kickemuit Middle School on April 29th . The Warren High School Class of … more

5/11/22

Kickemuit Middle School Principal Dennis Morrell explains some of the history of the location to students.

Spreading the East Bay’s native history

A new marker placed on Child Street near Kickemuit Middle School strives to provide historical context on the Pokanoket settlement that long inhabited local land and explores King Philip’s War. more

By Ethan Hartley | 5/11/22

Left: Barrington Police are seeking information about a man who stole a bicycle off a rack outside Sowams School on Monday, May 2. Right: A New Meadow Road resident told police someone driving a silver van stole a birdhouse from his property.

Barrington Police: Birdhouse, bike and bags of dirt reported stolen

Officials at Sowams School called Barrington Police on Monday, May 2 at about 3:30 p.m. to report the larceny of a bicycle from a rack outside the school. School officials shared surveillance video … more

5/11/22