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Crews from the Barrington Department of Public Works, RI DOT, and various tree contractors were busy cleaning up after a fast-moving storm swept through Barrington on Tuesday, Aug. 4. The storm knocked out power to thousands of residents and blocked roadways with downed trees and limbs. Pictured, Rhode Island Department of Transportation backhoe operator Tony Calci and his assistant lift a large section of fallen tree that had been blocking Sowams Road.
Editorial: A good response to a bad storm
We have been quick to criticize National Grid's response to power outages during prior storms. So it is only fair that we praise the company's effort last week. The tropical storm — it had … more
Letter: Barrington has a problem
To the editor: All around Barrington there are signs expressing positive messages that many of us appreciate. Some of them say “Hate has no Home here.” Unfortunately, many recent … more
Letter: From Barrington to Beirut
To the editor: As some might remember, Beirut, Lebanon was on the news for the war that engulfed the country in the mid-seventies. The people and the country suffered severe losses throughout … more
Barrington man rescues neighbor's dog from house fire
Barrington police received a 911 call at about 12:40 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 5 from a Lake Avenue resident after he spotted smoke coming from a neighbor's house. Police said the man — he … more
Letter: Restore civility to our town and country
The Bristol Phoenix (July 30) was replete with letters from various citizens. To see so many Bristolians express their views is indeed encouraging, as it demonstrates a keen interest in local and … more
Joan Prescott is enjoying her final days at the helm of Bristol's public library.
Rogers Free Library director closes book on 30-year career
When Joan Prescott took the helm of Rogers Free Library three decades ago, she settled into a small office that was located immediately to the left of the entrance of an outdated, outgrown … more
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Letter: Maybe it’s time to stop celebrating Victory Over Japan Day?
In the current spirit of examining monuments representing the shameful aspects of American history, I think Rhode Island should widen its scope and revisit the celebration of VJ Day, which is … more
Barrington teachers will receive anti-racism training
The head of Barrington schools and all five members of the school committee issued a statement this week, sharing their anger about recent events of racism and pledging to increase anti-racism … more
Letter: State’s social gathering ‘rat line’ is a terrible idea
I’m a lifelong Democrat who voted for Gina Raimondo in the last election, and while I generally approve of her job performance and how she has handled the Coronavirus outbreak, her recent … more
Farm educator Owen Robinson cuts pieces of wood for a fence he’s building around the garden.
Coggeshall Farm returns with a new look
For a museum whose mission has long been to preserve an authentic depiction of late 18th-century farm life, Coggeshall Farm has seen a lot of changes in the past year or so. Long before the … more
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To help businesses, Barrington removes fees for use of public space
What has Barrington's government done to help local businesses during the pandemic? This question surfaced during the July 27 town council meeting, as officials discussed an initiative proposed by … more
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Letter: I’m no bully, though I was bullied for years
Last week I was labeled a bully in this paper by Tom Carroll, self-proclaimed co-founder of the “Bristol County Concerned Citizens” and current chairman of the Republican Town Committee. … more
Standing in an engineering lab, Roger Williams University Chief of Staff Brian Williams explains how students and professors will be responsible for cleaning surfaces after their class. The green dots indicate desks that are open for us, while red dots indicate they are closed. The dot system is designed to enforce social distancing as the campus returns to mostly normal activity.
It’s back to school at RWU
More than five months after telling everyone to stay home and finish their spring semester online, Roger Williams University kicks off a reunion of sorts this weekend. Students and faculty are … more
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Gov. Gina Raimondo at her regular weekly Coronavirus briefing on Wednesday, Aug. 12.
It’s official: Opening of public schools pushed back to Sept. 14
PROVIDENCE — At her regular weekly press conference today, Gov. Gina Raimondo confirmed what she had already hinted at during media interviews earlier this week: The opening day for Rhode … more
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Dr. Richard Gordon offered a statement through his attorney on Tuesday afternoon, saying that he was the victim of an assault.
Rumstick update: Gordon claims he was assaulted by neighbor
Dr. Richard Gordon, newly accused of a hate crime, offered a statement through his attorney on Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 11, saying he was the victim of an assault. According to the statement, Dr. … more
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Black Lives Matter organizer Mark Fisher talks to the media at Rumstick Point Tuesday afternoon.
BLM organizer: Not surprised by racism in wealthy Barrington neighborhood (video)
Mark Fisher, of Black Lives Matter Rhode Island, spoke to the media Tuesday afternoon, not far from the location of an ugly racially-infused property dispute between Rumstick Point neighbors last … more
Richard Gordon, as seen in a video recorded by one of the victims on Rumstick Drive in Barrington.
AG adds 'Hate Crime' to Barrington racism case
On Tuesday morning, the Rhode Island Attorney General filed a “Notice of Sentencing Enhancement Pursuant to the Rhode Island Hate Crimes Sentencing Act” in the matter of State of Rhode … more
People gathered on the Barrington Town Hall lawn to support an end to racism and in response to an incident that occurred about a week earlier on Rumstick Point.
Barrington rally held in response to racially-charged incident
People gathered on the Barrington Town Hall lawn to support an end to racism and in response to an incident that occurred about a week earlier on Rumstick Point. Video taken on Monday afternoon, … more
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Letter: Do your part to end gun violence in America
To the editor: Every day 100 Americans are shot and killed. Read that again. Every single day we lose 100 Americans to preventable gun violence. That is 100 Americans too many. And yet … more
Aerial view of Ragged Island’s farm property off Bristol Ferry Road (at far right) shows approximate locations of where a beer garden tent, a prep tent and toilets will go. The blue squares represent “pop-up” tents, where people can enjoy their brews while socially distancing.
In Portsmouth: Ragged Island gets OK for outdoor beer garden
PORTSMOUTH — Ragged Island’s plan to get people on its new farm property as quickly as possible by way of an outdoor summer beer garden received unanimous approval by the Zoning … more
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Letter: Seeing neighbors as people not parties
To the editor: Over the past months I have become increasingly alarmed by the hyper-partisan nature of American politics. Before the advent of COVID 19, political views felt extremist and … more
Arlene Violet: Changes to the Police Bill of Rights
The recent call to examine the Police Bill of Rights is a good thing. Yet, in some instances specific proposals are short-sighted. Take the argument to give police chiefs more rights to suspend or … more
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Letter: I don't mind sharing the space on the flag pole
To the editor: I want to thank everyone for sharing their thoughts and voices about flying a rainbow flag - or any other - along with the stars and stripes on town property. I have to say I am … more
How many Bristol residents want smaller trash bins?
Bristol Town Councilor Mary Parella brought up an issue at the July 1 council meeting that, for some residents, remains an unresolved complication of the new automated trash collection system. … more
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Stafford Pond in Tiverton.
Blue-Green Algae found in Tiverton's Stafford Pond
TIVERTON — The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) are advising the public to avoid contact with the water in Stafford … more
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