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Letter: Bristol may be moderate now — but for how long?
In last week’s edition of the Phoenix there was an article which contained interviews with various local candidates and their belief that Bristol voters cast their ballots for more … more
Amber McCollum (left) and Kaitlan Mitchell share a laugh, and some warmth, under a new patio heater outdoors at Judge Roy Bean Saloon on Tuesday. 
With heat lamps, lights and tents, restaurants press on
The Town of Bristol has received $100,000 for heat lamps, tents and other outdoor equipment and is working to get the materials to businesses as quickly as possible. The town first received a $75,000 … more
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State data reveals massive outbreak in Bristol nursing home
Confirmed COVID-19 cases have surged in three Rhode Island nursing homes in the past two weeks, according to data released on Wednesday afternoon by the R.I. Department of Health. When the health … more
The Burke family, (from left to right) Curtis, Jerry, Cory, Sue and Cassie, pose in front of softball players, family and friends during a softball tournament held to raise money to help Cory beat cancer for the second time, at Colt State Park on Saturday.
Community rallies for a young man fighting cancer
Last weekend, under sunny skies and balmy temperatures, a total of 23 teams (16 men’s, six women’s, and one old-timers) turned out for a softball tournament in honor of Cory Burke, a … more
Bristol woman arrested for domestic child snatching
A 64-year-old Bristol woman was arrested last week after allegedly buying a ticket and sending her 14-year-old granddaughter on a plane to Florida. She was charged with felony domestic child … more
Rep. Liana Cassar, shown at a 2019 chamber of commerce event, recently announced she is a candidate for the speaker of the house in the RI General Assembly.
Local legislator aims to be House speaker
Barrington resident and local representative Liana Cassar recently announced she is a candidate for the speaker of the house in the RI General Assembly. In a statement last week, Ms. Cassar (HD … more
Letter: Those who wanted state name change should pay for it
To the editor: I am very disappointed in the vote to remove our 387-year-old name from the State's nomenclature. I realize that those who voted to remove it probably did not know the origin behind … more
Steve Tortolani, Mike Dolan, Brad Dimeo and Mike Mahoney (from left to right) pose for a photo following Mr. Dolan's hole-in-one on the 18th hole at Rhode Island Country Club on Saturday.
Barrington man aces 18th hole at Rhode Island Country Club
Gary Player could not do it. Jack Nicklaus could not do it. And Rory McIlroy could not do it. But on Saturday afternoon, Barrington resident Mike Dolan did it — hitting a hole-in-one … more
Barrington hires a diversity consultant for $12,500
The town has hired a diversity consultant. During its recent meeting, the town council voted 5-0 to approve the hiring of Adam Mastoon as the town's diversity consultant. Mr. Mastoon is a … more
Editorial: Barrington is outsourcing leadership
Toward the end of the Barrington Town Council meeting on Monday night, councilors approved a $25,000 annual contract with NDM Consulting to serve as the town’s emergency management coordinator. … more
A sigh of relief with the election over?
I don’t think that I ‘m the only person who could not wait for this election to be over. I hope that as you read this, someone has won decisively. Otherwise, we are in for a rocky road … more
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Barrington Town Council members Kate Weymouth (left) and Michael Carroll are shown during an outdoor council meeting in June. Four residents recently filed a complaint against Ms. Weymouth and Mr. Carroll.
Barrington council members face harassment complaint
Four residents filed a complaint against two members of the Barrington Town Council last month, alleging that they violated the town's anti-harassment/discrimination policy. The complaint took … more
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The entire Mt. Hope High School girls’ cross country team has been ordered to quarantine after close contacts with the girls who attended a Bristol party.
Governor says 21 COVID-19 cases now linked to Bristol party
The number of positive COVID-19 cases connected to a high school party hosted in Bristol on Oct. 24 has grown to 21, Gov. Gina Raimondo announced during her briefing Thursday afternoon. As many as … more
Seven new restrictions to go into effect on Sunday
Seven new restrictions will go into effect this Sunday, Gov. Gina Raimondo announced during her COVID-19 briefing Thursday afternoon. Starting Nov. 8, the following regulations will be in effect … more
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Letter: Editor needs to do better, avoid gender labels
I implore the editorial board to work a little harder as it develops its pieces and ask yourselves, or really any woman who might be close by, to reconsider headlines such as “... Mr. … more
Election officials Rowanne Curran (left) and Bethany Marshall sign in Bristol resident Paul Vollaro at the Quinta-Gamelin Community Center on Tuesday. 
Bristol prefers ‘Plantations’ and says no to ‘Mayor’
While there were a small number of mail ballots from polling location drop boxes left to be counted at press time on Wednesday, they were unlikely to change these outcome of the seven questions … more
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Police arrested a Warren man on Saturday, Oct. 31, after he was found to be in possession of a number of marijuana items.
Traffic stop leads to drug arrest in Barrington
A Warren man is facing a drug possession charge following a traffic stop on Saturday, Oct. 31, in town. A Barrington police officer ordered a vehicle over to the side of County Road at about 6 … more
Lette: Respect and acceptance need to evolve, not history
In last week’s edition of the Phoenix, arguing that the word “Plantation” be removed from the name of Rhode Island, Stephan Brigidi stated that “History is constantly … more
Letter: Stop with the lockdowns, stand up for your rights
To the editor: Raimondo’s new lockdowns are a disgrace! Cancel Halloween Parties! When Halloween falls on a Saturday the economic impact is the greatest compared to any other day! … more
Letter: Bristol BookFest was a wonderful success
On behalf of the Bristol BookFest 2020 Steering Committee, I would like to thank the many people and organizations that made our inaugural event such a success Oct. 16 to 18. It was not the BookFest … more
The five elected members of the Bristol Town Council — all incumbents.
Bristol returns same council slate — with a 'moderate' message?
In the end, nothing changed. The five current members of the Bristol Town Council retain their seats, and the three challengers remain on the outside looking in. Nathan Calouro, Antonio … more
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Barrington High School teacher Kendra Klein teaches Spanish to students in class and online on Friday.
Barrington High School teachers rise to the challenge
A veteran Barrington High School teacher said preparing for class and delivering instruction has never been more difficult than it is this year. He said the challenges include mastering technology … more
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Firefighters used the ladder truck to get at the flames that were spreading into the upper levels of the house on Colonial Road.
Crews knock down flames, but fire displaces Bristol family
A Bristol family lost use of their home but no one was injured when a fire consumed a garage at 3 Colonial Road and spread into the attic of the house on Sunday morning. The fire was first … more
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Sarah Bullard was the top vote-getter in the Bristol race for school committee.
School Committee gets two newcomers from Bristol
This election cycle saw three of Bristol’s six seats on the Bristol Warren Regional School Committee up for grabs, with eight candidates in the hunt. When the dust settled in the early morning … more
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Barrington held its financial town meeting outdoors this year, in an effort to allow for social distancing. A recently-approved charter change now allows the town council to approve the budget during an emergency.
Barrington voters approve all five charter questions
Despite recommendations to reject a charter change that gives the town council the power to approve an annual budget during an emergency, Barrington voters approved the measure by a wide margin. … more
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