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Letter: Washington Street Bridge was an avoidable crisis

The failure of the Washington Street Bridge is a crisis for Rhode Island and all who drive I-195. Our elected representatives must take all necessary steps to protect the public’s interests. more

2/15/24

Letter: Let’s improve, not abandon, the Bristol ferry

Employing a water option around the bridge traffic was an excellent idea. However, it was administered recklessly. more

2/15/24

Letter: Confused by anti-wind farm stance

Our progress toward energy independence from the vicissitudes of the global energy markets will not be without its frustrations and delays but making spurious connections with discredited state agencies is not helpful to the process. more

2/15/24

Editorial: Don't forget the joy of the snow day

School administrators should remember that it’s okay for kids to have good, old-fashioned fun. more

2/15/24

Westport students looking for prom attire

For the second year in a row, Westport Middle High School students are collecting lightly used prom attire to benefit their classmates who may not have the means to buy new. The students started … more

2/15/24

LC land trust moving away from crop cannons on some lands

Trustees of the Little Compton Agricultural Conservancy Trust (AgTrust) voted last month to prohibit the use of crop cannons on certain parcels of land it currently leases out for farming, meaning … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 2/15/24

Jack Pawlik (left) and Julius Cortes run the 4x200 meter for the EPHS boys' indoor track team during a meet earlier this winter.

EPHS athletes eye individual results at 2024 state indoor track meet

The championship season for the East Providence High School indoor track and field athletes along with their peers concludes for the most part this weekend with the 2024 Rhode Island Interscholastic … more

By Mike Rego | 2/15/24

East Providence High School lists 2023-24 second quarter honors students

Bill Black Principal, Shane Messier Assistant Principal, Jill Usenia Assistant Principal, Bob Hanlon CTC Director and the staff of East Providence High School announce the Honor Roll for the … more

2/15/24

Pictured is a previous Financial Town Meeting in Barrington. The Charter Review Commission is calling to replace the FTM with a different budget approval process.

Barrington Charter change: FTM’s days may be numbered

The Barrington Charter Review Commission is recommending a series of changes to the town charter, including one that would eliminate the annual Financial Town Meeting and another that would make … more

By Josh Bickford | 2/15/24

Letter: Opposed to the Chianese turf proposal

At the Feb. 5 Barrington Town Council Meeting, Town Council Vice President Robert Humm presented his plan to upgrade the athletic fields in Barrington. He cited as … more

2/15/24

Letter: For those who doubt climate change

For those who doubt climate change: In my back yard I have a Winterberry bush that has beautiful red berries from late Fall through the Winter. I also have pine trees. Every Fall … more

2/15/24

Letter: Chianese neighborhood growing weary

To the editor: Councilor Robert Humm is zeroing in on lower Chianese field, a capped landfill, with a proposal at the Town Council meeting on Feb. 5 for a synthetic turf field with lights to … more

2/15/24

Letters: Two letters can make a big difference

To the editor: Words matter, and a two letter suffix can be the difference between description and this newly understood concept of “othering.” Elder is a word that invokes a … more

2/15/24

Letter: Is this how we want our local government to work?

To the editor: Last year the Barrington Town Council approved the spending of $69,750 to Traverse Landscape Architects for an “Athletic Fields Condition and Needs Analysis.” … more

2/15/24

School vacation week with Audubon

Don't know what to do with the family during the school vacation break? Join Audubon for winter fun for all ages! Special programs and activities are available each day and are free with admission. … more

2/15/24

February vacation fun at Providence Children's Museum

Get ready for a week full of fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories at Providence Children’s Museum (PCM) during the February school vacation. PCM will have extended hours as well as an … more

2/15/24

Scenes from the February 2 performance of "The Phantom Tollbooth" included Senses Taker played by Alan Speaks-McSwain, Milo, Humbug played by Aeris Fredrick and Tock played by Gianna Solitro; and Princess Rhyme played by Kieli R. Oliveira.

Gallery: Youth troupe performs 'The Phantom Tollbooth' in East Providence

The Riverside and Martin Middle School Drama Troupe recently performed two showings of "The Phantom Tollbooth," produced in a partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of East Providence and The … more

Photos by Julie Furtado | 2/15/24

Patrick Usher gives some love to a few of his Black Angus cows, which he hopes is the start to a successful beef operation at the storied Usher Farm.

Usher's Farm in Bristol is evolving, and growing, with the times

There aren’t a lot of working farms left, but Bristol’s largest is doing something unexpected; it’s expanding. more

By Christy Nadalin | 2/15/24

Tiverton Middle School students Abby Gilfillen and Luca Palumbo

Tiverton teens ace state RICAS test

Two Tiverton Middle School students are being celebrated for what is a nearly unheard of accomplishment in the world of standardized testing — each received a perfect score on their most recent … more

By Ruth Rasmussen | 2/14/24

Letter: Numbers tell the tale of our foundering economy

In the January 25, 2024 Shorelines Opinion Section, Mr. Clay Commons offers examples to show how well our economy is functioning and requests countering information. He explicitly states … more

2/14/24

Westport police: Busy week for animal complaints

Monday, Feb. 5 Police investigated after a caller from Main Road reported a suspicious vehicle just after 7 a.m. A Bond Street caller lodged animal complaints via 911 at 7:27 a.m. A similar … more

2/14/24

Tap-In volunteers stand with clients inside the nonprofit’s office inside the first floor of the Peck Center building.

Tap-In continues to help those in need

Last year, more than 5,500 people arrived at the big brown doors in front of the Peck Center building looking for help. And each time, Tap-In answered the call. Tap-In (Touch … more

By Josh Bickford | 2/14/24

Grand Jury reports out indictments for July 2023 East Providence robbery

The Office of Attorney General Peter Neronha announced Wednesday, Feb. 14, the Providence Grand Jury reported out handful of indictments the week prior pertaining to a couple of cases connected to … more

By Mike Rego | 2/14/24

Flooding in low-lying areas of town has become commonplace. A program from Warren HEZ looks to begin conversations with those affected and begin figuring out ways to most effectively provide support.

Concerned about climate change? This group wants to hear from you

This project begins with the collecting and publishing of questions heard from Warren residents and information around the current state of climate change adaptation in Warren, and it culminates with a series of co-created tools and archives that attest to the community’s ongoing adaptation to the climate crisis. more

2/14/24

The Eagles celebrate a three-pointer made by senior Julia Daniello. Barrington has battled its way to first place in Division I standings.

‘Special team’ perched atop D-I standings

It is a special team. That is how Coach Stephen Lenz describes this year’s Barrington High School girls basketball team, which currently stands in first place in Division I. Lenz, … more

By Josh Bickford | 2/14/24