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Clean up hitter Grace Stephenson smacks a three run homer to give the Huskies a 7-0 lead during their game against Exeter West Greenwich on Thursday. The Huskies went on to win the game 11-0 and have now won 5 straight games in Division II.

Huskies softball team crushing their opponents to a 5-0 record

The Mt. Hope softball team isn’t just winning games, they’re pounding their opponents into submission. The Huskies crushed Barrington 13-0 on Tuesday and clobbered Exeter-West Greenwich … more

Photos and story by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. | 4/17/22

The proposed development of the Bristol Yarn Mill passed the Bristol Planning Board after months of tense deliberations.

Bristol Planning Board reverses course, approves 127 units at Robin Rug

Despite agreeing on a 105-unit cap at March 16 special meeting, 3 of 5 Planning Board members voted in favor of new plan that includes a little parking lot to sweeten the pot. more

By Christy Nadalin | 4/15/22

This photograph, taken last summer, shows a cyanobacterial bloom on South Watuppa Pond.

Study eyes phosphorous in South Watuppa algae blooms

The algae blooms that plague South Watuppa Pond could take years to address. But officials studying the pond's health say it can clearly be improved, though doing so will take a concerted and … more

By Ted Hayes | 4/15/22

Police set up a command post at Holiday Lanes in Westport as they attempted to stop Ian Grant Wednesday

Chase begins in Westport, ends in Connecticut

A Dartmouth man faces a host of charges after he led police on a chase last Wednesday, April 13, that began in Westport and ended after a standoff in North Stonington, Conn. According to … more

By Ted Hayes | 4/15/22

Adamsville's Cory named sports administrator of the year

Little Compton resident Keith Cory, an educator and long-time athletic administrator, has been named Athletic Director of the Year by the Rhode Island Interscholastic Athletic Administrator … more

4/15/22

Letter: Isn't it wonderful to witness Spring's return?

To the editor: This winter for the first time I had Goldfinches at the Niger feeder. Although both male and female were a drab, nondescript pale brown, they were easy to distinguish from English … more

4/15/22

Marjorie Leary, of Little Compton, was recently recognized in a statewide short fiction contest.

Little Compton student recognized in writing contest

"Goodbye, Esper," a haunting story about death and deliverance, has won a Little Compton student recognition in a statewide short fiction contest, and her work will be published in an upcoming … more

By Ted Hayes | 4/15/22

Letter: What will become of Ukrainian refugees?

To the editor: Refugee: A person who has been forced to leave their country to escape war or persecution. Nobody, absolutely nobody should ever have the fate of being a refugee. Forced to … more

4/15/22

Letter: America today — what a headache

To the editor: Some tensions are part of our lives. But have you ever had a tension headache? Bad ones are really bad and you think you just might collapse. Well, I think America may be … more

4/15/22

Branden Vye places beams to support the 181-year-old school before it is lifted.

Historic move underway in Westport

The Westport Historical Society 's Bell School is being moved, though you might not notice unless you look really, really close. Workers from Aquidneck Movers have begun raising the old school … more

By Ted Hayes | 4/15/22

The Roger Williams University school of architecture will be renamed the Cummings School of Architecture and Real Estate in honor of the donation.

$20 million gift for RWU is the largest in its history

Roger Williams will rededicate the architecture school as the Cummings School of Architecture and Real Estate, in recognition of this partnership. Details on the celebration will be announced soon. more

By Christy Nadalin | 4/15/22

An event held at the Audubon Nature Center on April 24 will feature a photography series that explores the life cycle and habitat of the osprey.

Land Trust to celebrate Earth Day and return of the osprey on April 24

The Warren Land Conservation Trust will hold an event celebrating the return of the osprey to the area, along with a recognition of Earth Day, on Sunday, April 24. more

4/15/22

Warren receives $100,000 Take it Outside grant

The Town of Warren received up to $100,000 as part of Rhode Island’s “Take it Outside” grant program, funded through Governor Dan McKee’s Rhode Island Rebounds initiative. The … more

By Ethan Hartley | 4/15/22

Raccoon found in East Providence tests positive for rabies

PROVIDENCE – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) and the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) are alerting the public that a racoon found at Bold Point Park in … more

4/15/22

On the hunt for spring

Photos from the Bridgepointe Church Egg Hunt and Family Festival this past Saturday at Burr's Hill. more

4/14/22

The 1st Sgt. P. Andrew McKenna Fundraising Committee deserves a loud of applause for their efforts in keeping alive the memory of a great American war hero. They include standing (l-r): Philicia Pacheco, Calvin Boersma, Scott Grimo, Robert McKenna, Cliff Jorge, Peter McKenna, Carol McKenna, Jonathan Ferreira, and front row left-right Julie McKenna, Charlene Ferreira, and Gina-Marie Jorge.

6th annual fundraiser for fallen veteran Andrew McKenna a success

The event was the 6th annual 1st Sgt. P. Andrew McKenna, Jr. Beer Tasting fundraiser, held last Thursday night at the Portside Tavern. Scores of Andrew’s family and friends packed the restaurant in tribute of this remarkable decorated war hero. more

By Manny Correira | 4/14/22

Letter: A solution to the BHS pick-up and drop-off woes

To the editor: As anyone who drives to the High School knows, the traffic situation around the school has gotten out of hand. Cars line up and endure 10- to 15-minute waits just to … more

4/14/22

Letter: Shouldn’t monastery proposal go to a special election?

To the editor: The Carmelite Monastery committee is at work to determine the future for that property. There are significant concerns regarding it development by neighbors and other residents. … more

4/14/22

Barrington’s Andy Fletcher delivers a pitch during Wednesday’s game. Fletcher threw six no-hit innings against East Providence on Wednesday.

Barrington pitchers no-hit Townies in D-I baseball showdown

Andy Fletcher and Matt Davis combined to throw a no-hitter as the Barrington High School baseball team defeated East Providence, 5-2, on Wednesday, April 13. Fletcher struggled with his control … more

4/14/22

The use of a CAT was a major help in spreading the huge pile of mulch that was needed to cover the new playground at the Warren Town Beach. It was provided for use with the permission of J.H. Lynch & Sons, Inc., where two of Thibaudeau’s sons work. Operating the CAT is Byron Thibaudeau.

Warren residents rally to ready new beach playground

Around 30 local volunteers showed up with rakes and shovels ready to help construct the new playground at the Warren Town Beach on Saturday. more

By Ethan Hartley | 4/14/22

Kate Lane, who is working on a historical romance novella set in 1876, working in the Linden Place conservatory.

Linden Place to inspire eight creative pieces from range of writers

They come from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and creative interests, but the eight writers selected to participate in Linden Place’s inaugural Writers Residency all impressed the panel of judges with their potential to add context and explore new facets of the property’s complicated history. more

By Christy Nadalin | 4/14/22

Column: Students show that addiction education has come a long way

Sitting in the Mt. Hope High School auditorium, I’d be lying to say I wasn’t a little hesitant about the addiction awareness theatrical performance I was about to see. I was born in … more

By Ethan Hartley | 4/14/22

Letter: Marina use rights should be discussed regarding Yarn Mill

To the editor: Boaters in Bristol look forward to availability of new boat slips that are part of the Town’s marina expansion project. A large number of boaters have been on a Harbormaster … more

4/14/22

Members of the senior class jump into the air after getting the thumbs-up from Barrington High School teacher Steve Pickford in the limbo contest.

Photos: Seniors win 'Battle of the Classes' at Barrington High School

Barrington High School held its “Battle of the classes” on Victory Field on Friday afternoon. The competition pits members of all four classes and the BHS faculty in a variety of … more

4/14/22

Letter: 127 units at Robin Rug is still too many

To the editor: A new proposal for 127 units has been forwarded by the developer. That is still too many. Remember that in 2008, 98 units were approved and even that was a stretch, granted only after … more

4/14/22