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Editorial: Turmoil at the top in Bristol Warren schools

The Bristol Warren Regional School Committee is a mess. Even the nine people sitting in those seats should admit that. Aside from the string of controversies running through the school department … more

9/22/21

Barrington students wait at the intersection of County Road and Federal Road during the morning commute on Monday. Some parents are concerned about the district’s decision to eliminate some bus stops and strictly enforce the two-mile ridership eligibility rule.

Parents sound the alarm as bus stops disappear in Barrington

A number of parents have started the school year concerned, frustrated, and angry about student transportation issues, bus ridership eligibility, and the Barrington School Department’s response … more

By Josh Bickford | 9/22/21

The Bristol Warren Regional School Committee gives a short round of applause after unanimously approving Ed Mara (seated at far left) as its new interim superintendent of schools Tuesday night.

A familiar face returns to lead Bristol Warren district

At the end of a meeting that lasted a little more than an hour, the Bristol Warren Regional School Committee appointed a new interim superintendent on Tuesday night. The name is familiar to many; Dr. … more

9/22/21

Letter: Why is Tiverton Town Council trying to ram through solar ordinance?

To the editor: What's going on with this Tiverton Town Council? Why is it trying to ram through an ill-advised solar ordinance? And, whose interest is being served by doing so? … more

9/21/21

EPPD arrest three individuals on animal cruelty, other charges

EAST PROVIDENCE – Three people were arrested on Monday, Sept. 20, by the East Providence Police Department Animal Control Unit and charged with several acts of improper treatment involving a … more

9/21/21

Town officials have been pressuring Shineharmony LLC, the owners of the property, to secure the vacant buildings, which have become an inviting target to vandals. Demolition of some of the buildings on the property began recently.

Demolition begins at long-vacant Zion property in Barrington

Owners of the former Zion Bible College property have ordered the demolition of some buildings there. According to Barrington Town Manager Jim Cunha, the demolition is beginning with the … more

9/21/21

Interim Superintendent of Schools Robert Hicks, sitting beside Assistant Superintendent Diane Sanna, presented his reopening plan to the school committee back in August. A heated closed-door meeting with the committee on Monday night led to his sudden resignation.

Conflict with school board members led to superintendent’s resignation

The unexpected resignation of interim Superintendent of Schools Robert Hicks from his role in the Bristol Warren Regional School District on Tuesday was a surprise to most everyone in the district. … more

By Scott Pickering | 9/17/21

Letter: AG is fighting for our rights to the coastline

To the editor: Congratulations to Attorney General Peter Neronha for fighting for the people's rights to our coastline! He called foul on the Court's decision approving the so-called … more

9/17/21

Letter: Dog owners: Please be responsible with your pets

To the editor: I felt compelled to write so hopefully I can help to avoid another dog (or perhaps a child) from encountering a loose dog in the neighborhood. While walking our dog on … more

9/17/21

Letter: Where do school leaders stand on CRT?

The time for diplomatic nuance and PC deference is past. I stand opposed to critical race theory (CRT) ideology infiltrating the public school curriculum. It is divisive, destructive and … more

9/17/21

Letter: Be strong, do not fear!

To the editor: We shouldn't underestimate the wisdom found in stories we were told when we were children. Take for instance "Chicken Little." In the story, Chicken Little runs around in … more

9/17/21

Prior Market Street assault results in one fatality

An incident that took place on Aug. 26 on Market Street has resulted in the death of one man involved. more

9/16/21

The old gas station at the former Getty Oil Terminal on Massasoit Avenue is being converted into a Southern-style eatery by local restauranteurs Nick and Tracy Rabar.

E.P. Planning Board allows improvements at Massasoit Avenue restaurant site

EAST PROVIDENCE — The Planning Board, at its September 13 meeting, considered a preliminary plan submission authored by Dexter Road Associates LLC, owners of the old Getty Oil terminal on … more

By Mike Rego | 9/16/21

Letter: Without fair pay, police officers will keep leaving

Recently, the Bristol Police Department responded to a horrific and violent incident in neighboring Warren , and not surprisingly, the Bristol officers who responded to this call performed with … more

9/16/21

East Providence's Palma Thomas (right) recently claimed her RILOT winnings.

East Providence residents claim large RILOT winnings

CRANSTON — A $20,000 Mega Millions Megaplier prize from the January 22, 2021, drawing was claimed recently by Riverside resident Palma Thomas. She came into the Lottery more than six months … more

9/16/21

Editorial: We must adapt to survive climate change

What we can learn from the plight of a small, marsh-dwelling bird? more

9/16/21

Jessica Szpila poses with a freshly-banded female Saltmarsh Sparrow, just before releasing her.

Saving the Saltmarsh Sparrow

The Saltmarsh Sparrow has nested in low-lying salt marshes in the Northeast for thousands of years. Climate change and rising sea levels now threaten their existence. more

By Ethan Hartley | 9/16/21

Letter: If this were a civics class, school board would be failing

To the editor: We should expect more from our school committee, superintendent, and assistant superintendent. So many in this community moved here, willing to pay hefty property … more

9/16/21

Letter: White Privilege filters our views of the world

A concise and thoughtful letter appeared recently by Noel Hewitt of this town regarding Diversity Committees and questioning the need for them. I was impressed by his reasoning in addressing … more

9/16/21

A conversation with the team behind Bristol Porchfest (PODCAST)

Host Kevin Centazzo, aka Kevin from Bristol, speaks with Bristol Porchfest Co-Chair Nancy Kellner and Co-Technical Director Joe Caron on the highly popular event coming to downtown Bristol this … more

9/15/21

Mason Amitrano makes his way back to shore with the help of his partner, Will Campion, while competing in the first annual “Blindfolded Rowing Regatta,” hosted by the Bristol County Lions Club on Sunday.

Blindfolded Regatta brings smiles and raises money

The Blindfolded Rowing Regatta and boat raffle, held last weekend off Bristol Town Beach, raised more than $2,000 for the Bristol County Lions Club’s local charitable giving and causes, … more

9/15/21

Fire trucks and police make their way down Main Street in Warren during the procession.

Region pays respects to the late Brian Remy

Emergency vehicles from around New England showed up to a procession honoring the late Brian Remy last week. more

9/15/21

Mud run at Frerichs Farm to benefit outdoor education nonprofit

Thrive Outside, a nonprofit dedicated to utilizing outdoor space to enhance children's education, will host a mud run on Sunday, Sept. 19 at Frerichs Farm in Warren. more

By Ethan Hartley | 9/15/21

Letter: Please enforce universal masking at school committee meetings

The following was signed by multiple people and directed to Marjorie McBride, chairwoman of the Bristol Warren Regional School Committee. We, the undersigned, are writing to urge you to … more

9/15/21

Barrington patrolman Tim Oser helps Hampden Meadow's students and their parents cross County Road to avoid road work on Wednesday.

Who said what about the bike path bridges?

Did the DOT director tell Barrington officials that the state would replace the East Bay Bike Path bridges? Barrington Town Manager Jim Cunha and Town Council Vice President Rob Humm say … more

By Josh Bickford | 9/15/21