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Kevin Bristow, an attorney representing the Italo American Club and its desire to retain its liquor license, makes his case on Tuesday night.

Warren Council revokes Italo American Club liquor license

The Warren Town Council voted unanimously to revoke the liquor license of the Italo American Club during a show cause hearing on Tuesday night, following an emotional evening of testimony from … more

By Ethan Hartley | 9/14/21

Barrington Police Sgt. Gino Caputo's cruiser is draped in black cloth and flowers rest on the windshield. Sgt. Caputo died on Saturday morning, Sept. 11, after a five-week battle with Covid-19.

Remembering Officer Caputo: 'He’s going to be impossible to replace'

Members of the Barrington Police Department say Sergeant Gino Caputo, who died Saturday, Sept. 11 after a five-week battle against Covid-19, was a great police officer, a great friend and a great … more

By Josh Bickford | 9/14/21

First singles player Elsa White hits a forehand during her match against South Kingstown on Wednesday.

Mt. Hope 'Go getters' start season at, 2-0

The Mt. Hope tennis team blanked Rogers, 7-0, in Newport and blew out South Kingstown, 5-1, at home, to start the young fall season at, 2-0. The Huskies currently share the top spot in Division … more

Photos and story by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. | 9/13/21

Standing inside the yellow tape moments after gunfire took place on Water Street in Warren last Thursday are (left to right) an unidentified officer, Bristol Police Lt. Steven St. Pierre, Bristol Police Chief Kevin Lynch (on phone) and Bristol Police Major Scott McNally. Chief Lynch and Major McNally were driving north when they took fire from the murder suspect and Officer McNally returned fire.

Bristol Police Chief and Major engaged with Warren shooter

Bristol Police confirmed Friday that their Chief of Police and Major Scott McNally actively engaged with gunman Michael Ouellette during last week's murder in Warren more

By Ethan Hartley | 9/10/21

Editorial: The best and the worst

Thursday, Sept. 2, 2021, was a surreal day in Warren. A day that began with gridlock on the streets and water overwhelming so many of the town’s roadways and infrastructure, ended with multiple … more

9/10/21

Bristol named safest town in R.I. for 2021

Bristol is the safest town in Rhode Island, according to The State of Safety in America 2021 report by SafeWise.com, a company that uses crime rates and data calculated from the FBI’s Uniform … more

9/10/21

How much will it cost Barrington to bring the current elementary school buildings in-line with the new middle school? How much will it cost to upgrade the ventilation systems and security systems? How much will it cost to create better learning environments?

Back to school — build new schools?

Barrington school leaders are planning for the future. And the future might not include Nayatt School or Sowams School. A facilities study that is focused on Barrington Public Schools offers … more

By Josh Bickford | 9/9/21

Letter: Americans need to listen to all sides

Today’s self-serving politicians are doing their best to control the minds of American citizens through fear and deception. It is encouraging to see letters to the editor break through the … more

9/9/21

Mike Proto crosses the 5k finish line celebrating while running the home stretch with a beer.

Nearly 800 'Finish for a Guinness' to fight ALS

The annual 'Finish For a Guinness' 5K took place last week and drew nearly 800 people to downtown Warren more

9/9/21

The Warren Fire Department hung a black banner in honor of the late Brian Remy at their headquarters on Friday morning.

Loss of Remy leaves 'deep scar' in Warren

Following the tragic death of Asst. Fire Chief Brian Remy, some of those who knew him well spoke about his memory. more

By Ethan Hartley | 9/9/21

Mindy Zhang, owner of Mindy’s Restaurant and Sushi Bar, hopes to also offer breakfast at her place soon.

Portsmouth diner transformed into modern Asian restaurant

PORTSMOUTH — Goodbye meatloaf dinner, hamburger and fries and fish and chips. Hello Dragon Roll, Shio Ramen and Shrimp and Scallop Hibachi combo. When you step inside Mindy’s … more

By Jim McGaw | 9/9/21

Arlene Violet: All good things must come to an end

I really don’t remember when I started writing Poli-ticks, a weekly column. I think it was about 20 years ago. I surely am going to remember, however, when it ended since it is now. I have … more

By Arlene Violet | 9/9/21

Editorial: In service of others

An exceptional group of public servants live and work in this town, and the past week brought reminders of how good they are. When Ida, a former Category 4 hurricane, rolled across town last … more

9/9/21

Letter: Diversity Committees — noble cause, questionable need

I am troubled and do not understand the emerging existence of groups in our area known as “Diversity Committees,” who are seeking an overseeing role in the functions of … more

9/9/21

Employers wrestle with question: To mandate vaccines, or not

Two weeks ago, the president of the United States urged private companies to do what the federal government itself cannot do — require Americans to inject the Covid vaccines into their … more

By Scott Pickering | 9/9/21

A member of the Barrington Town Council recently confirmed that the DOT has committed to replacing the East Bay Bike Path bridges.

Councilor confirms, state is replacing bike path bridges

A member of the Barrington Town Council recently confirmed that the state has committed to replacing the East Bay Bike Path bridges. Late last month, Barrington Town Manager Jim Cunha … more

By Josh Bickford | 9/8/21

The commemorative 9/11 event will be held from Sept. 10-12 at 11 Child Street in Warren.

9/11 survivor opening exhibit to benefit firefighters

Drew Nederpelt, a survivor at Ground Zero during the 9/11 terrorist attacks, is putting together an exhibit in Warren to commemorate the 20th anniversary. more

By Ethan Hartley | 9/7/21

Seniors depart the new EPHS after their first day in the building on September 3.

New EPHS opens to rave reviews

EAST PROVIDENCE — Impeccable…imposing…incredible, most any approving adjective could be used to describe the new East Providence High School as it opened last week with freshmen … more

By Mike Rego | 9/7/21

Dr. Kerri McKinnon, the school's principal, directs students to their first period classroom.

Westport opens new $97 million middle high school

More than 800 students poured into Westport's brand new flagship middle and high school Tuesday morning, nearly two years after groundbreaking began on the $97 million project and a decade after high … more

By Ted Hayes | 9/7/21

Letter: Comparing troops’ exit to Jan. 6 was ridiculous, insulting

To the editor: I was in complete agreement with a recent opinion written by Mr. G. Burman concerning the exit of U.S. troops from Afghanistan. That is, until his comparison of the Taliban with … more

9/6/21

Warren police guard a shrouded body, of a suspected shooter confirmed to have been killed after exchanging fire with polce on Water Street in Warren.

Shooting claims life of assistant fire chief

Brian Remy, Assistant Chief for the Warren Fire Department, was killed following an incident that began at the Italo American Club in Warren on Thursday afternoon... more

By Ethan Hartley | 9/2/21

Letter: Where are your papers?

In 18 months we’ve gone from two weeks to flatten the curve, to where are your papers. How did we get from there to here? It turns out that there’s nothing like a respiratory … more

9/2/21

Bristol’s youngest residents not getting vaccinated like their peers

In nearly every Rhode Island community, the overwhelming majority of senior citizens have received full doses of the Covid-19 vaccines. According to Rhode Island Department of Health data, more than … more

By Scott Pickering | 9/2/21

A town worker looks over the lower portion of Fairview Lane after the street collapsed early Thursday morning.

Crew continues repair work on collapsed Portsmouth road

PORTSMOUTH — Work crews remained busy Thursday afternoon in hopes of reopening access for many people who live off the east end of Fairview Lane, which partially collapsed due to the heavy … more

By Jim McGaw | 9/2/21

A Newport Auto Body worker urges flood water out of the shop with a squeegee on Thursday morning.

Hurricane Ida floods Child Street in Warren

The remnants of Hurricane Ida flooded some businesses and homes and closed a portion of Child Street on Thursday morning. more

By Ethan Hartley | 9/2/21