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Barrington’s Julie Boynton recently created a new business — Best Nest by Julie — which is designed to help people organize their homes.
New Barrington business: ‘Everything has a place’
When she was a kid, her room was a mess.   But now that Julie Boynton is grown up, things are different. Quite different, in fact.   The Barrington resident has built her own … more
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Kenaz Ochgwu dunks during a recent East Providence High School boys' basketball game. Ochgwu and the Townies earned an important road win February 8, rallying from double digits down to defeat host Narragansett.
East Providence rallies for crucial Division I boys' hoops win
The East Providence High School boys' basketball team rallied from a double-digit, second-half deficit then hung on in the final seconds to edge Narragansett 70-69 in an important late season … more
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A crowded field of racers jockey for position as they wait for the start of one race in Blue Bill Cove in Portsmouth on Sunday.
This time of year, it’s the only way to sail
PORTSMOUTH — Mike Zani used to compete in the winter Frostbite sailing races, but he’d much rather be controlling his sailboat from the comfort of a dock than in the frigid waters. … more
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This set of speed humps were recently installed on Peck Avenue, off Hope Street near Rockwell Elementary School.
Bristol neighborhoods now have a tool to prevent excessive speeding
The new policy establishes a process to request, approve, and install traffic calming devices, such as speed humps or signage, intended to reduce speeds on roads where residents are concerned about traffic safety. more
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To the editor: Where’s the accountability at DOT?
So, according to the current RIDOT deputy chief engineer, the Washington Bridge failures “might” have pre-existed, but no one had noticed this until recently. It was actually an … more
Letter: Give us real figures on cost of Route 6 sewer, water
Last year Westport town officials wanted a $3 million override. Now we have a $31 million sewer project without financing costs. Not including financing costs is the first of several financial … more
Residents cast a vote at last year’s Town Meeting in Westport.
Westport Town Meeting comes early — sort of
Are you a Town Meeting veteran? Or a recent newcomer to Westport from a state that does not conduct local government through Town Meeting? Set aside next Tuesday. Westport High School grade … more
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J. William Middendorf II shares a moment with Navy Secretary Carlos Del Toro at a keel laying ceremony at the Naval War College in Newport in December.
An extraordinary life on exhibit in Little Compton
If you ask J. William Middendorf II, who turns 100 this year, to recount some of the highlights of his remarkable near-century of life — WWII vet, businessman, political mover-and-shaker, … more
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Editorial: Barrington superintendent pay would be unprecedented in R.I.
The woman who oversees 36 Rhode Island school districts, 4 state-operated schools, 23 charter schools and 136,514 students could walk away from all that stress, take the superintendent’s job in … more
Letter: Why the huge price difference on gas bills?
To the editor: What is going on here?   We heat our house in Barrington with natural gas. For January our cubic foot usage was 254. Cost of the product was $170 but the delivery … more
Letter: Shame on this Town Council for flying BLM flag
To the editor: As I walked into town hall today, to renew Callie Rose’s dog license, I looked up at the flag pole as I entered and saw the BLM flag flying over our veterans.   I … more
Letter: Urging the Council to consider sustainable alternatives
To the editor: As a member of the Resilience & Energy Committee, I want to shed light on our recent discussions and decisions regarding the potential installation of a synthetic turf field. … more
Letter: Library is multi-cultural hub of Barrington
To the editor: As a board member of the Friends of the Barrington Public Library, I have been fortunate to have participated in an organization that since the 1980s has supported the continuous … more
Evan Anderson pulls down a rebound during the second half of Thursday's game against Portsmouth.
Barrington defeats Cumberland, Portsmouth and Cranston East
Barrington went on the road, jumped out to leads of 20-8 after the first quarter and 33-21 at halftime, before coming away with a 59-42 victory over a talented Cumberland team.     … more
A DPW worker mows the grass at Chianese Park last summer.
Barrington's fields plan faces new foe: Chianese Park neighbors
Residents in one Barrington neighborhood are not happy with a new plan aimed at improving the town’s athletic fields.   A number of people who live near Chianese Park attended the … more
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The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority's dehumidification project will cause lane restrictions starting March 11.
Mt. Hope Bridge lane restrictions begin March 11
PORTSMOUTH/BRISTOL — Get ready to sit in traffic again while crossing the Mount Hope Bridge. more
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Artist Spencer Evans (middle), alongside Dr. Bernard Freamon, Professor of Law and Director of Race and the Foundations of American Law Program at Roger Williams University School of Law, and Bristol Middle Passage Port Marker Project co-chair Stephan Brigidi, at the announcement event on Sunday.
Providence artist chosen to build Bristol slave trade memorial
A bronze statue born from the mind of Providence-based artist Spencer Evans has been chosen to forever memorialize Bristol’s connection to the dark history of the slave trade, which will be erected at Independence Park some time within the next 18 months. more
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The EPHS Career and Tech Culinary Arts Department students gather in front of their new food truck upon delivery February 1.
EPCTC students finally take receipt of 'Townie Tailgate' food truck
With a nod to Carly Simon and Heinz ketchup, the anticipation was certainly justifiable for the Culinary Arts Department staff and students from the East Providence High School Career and Tech Center … more
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Letter: Thank you Jan Malik
In every season, hot or cold, Jan Malik was always “cool”. more
What will the drive-through lane at the new Starbucks mean to the Barrington Shopping Center? How will it impact traffic?
Drive-through lane is opening soon — what will it mean for traffic in the center?
The new Starbucks drive-through is opening soon, but what will it mean for traffic in the Barrington Shopping Center? The drive-through lane — the first-ever for a restaurant in Barrington … more
The EPHS 4x200 meter relay team of (left to right) Mac Prevete, Gerry Gagnon, Jack Pawlik and Gus Belanger placed third at freshmen state Tuesday, Feb. 6.
Souto, Pawlik pace Townies at respective freshmen state indoor track meets
The championship season for the East Providence High School indoor track and field athletes along with their peers continued earlier this week with the state meets for first-year competitors. … more
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Dena Davis, co-founder and artistic director for Arts Alive!, is giddy about the possibilities for the newly renovated theater space at In Your Ear Records (formerly home to Second Story Theatre) in Warren.
Let the shows begin!
After many years of begging and borrowing for rehearsal and performance spaces for the wildly popular Arts Alive! program she has nurtured since its birth, Dena Davis and team are about to debut new programming in a space they can truly call home. more
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Cathy Keighley (left), Michelle Medeiros, Gina DiSano and Deb Coccio hold up prom dresses.
Stressed about prom costs? The Bristol Elks may be able to help
Prom season should be fun, but for so many students expenses can mount quickly. Students from Bristol, Warren, and Barrington may qualify for a new volunteer-led program that can help. more
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Baker Smith, 9, and her mom, Jen, pose with one of Baker’s favorite pieces of artwork at the Coffee Depot on Monday afternoon.
9-year-old Warren resident gets showcase at The Coffee Depot
They say art won't pay the bills. Nine-year-old Baker Smith, meanwhile, has already sold more of her paintings than she has had birthdays. more
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Map shows proposed route of SouthCoast Wind's transmission cables through Portsmouth.
RIDEM seeks comment on SouthCoast Wind plan
PORTSMOUTH — Have an opinion on SouthCoast Wind’s proposal to run cables under the Sakonnet River and Mount Hope Bay to transfer electricity from an offshore wind facility? more
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