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The Patriots’ Tyler Hurd makes a move as a pair of Westerly defenders close in during last Thursday night’s game at Portsmouth.
Portsmouth falls to Westerly in football, 21-9
PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth High varsity football team dropped its second straight game last Thursday, Nov. 9, when it lost a non-league contest to Westerly at home, 21-8. Portsmouth … more
half. Bernard crossed the ball into the box as Quinlan went airborne to head it into the net for his second goal of the game.
Westport heads to the final four, again
The Westport soccer team is heading to the final four after stunning one-seeded Sutton 3-2 in triple overtime during a Division 5 Elite 8 game at Sutton on Saturday afternoon. The eighth-seeded … more
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Incoming police chief Christopher Dunn (center) talks with select board chairman Richard Brewer and board member Shana Shufelt following Monday’s vote.
Dunn named Westport police chief
A career police officer with a quarter century of service to the Town of Westport will be the town’s next police chief, following his appointmentby the select board Monday evening. … more
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The Mt. Hope girls varsity soccer squad came up just short of a D-1 championship on Saturday versus Cumberland.
Huskies fall to Cumberland in D-I championship
The Mt. Hope girls soccer team fell to Cumberland 3-1 in the Division I Championship at Rhode Island College on Saturday morning. more
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Members of the Portsmouth High girls’ varsity soccer team mob one another after winning the Division II state title at Rhode Island College on Saturday. Abby Costa, who scored two of the Patriots’ five goals, is at right, giving hugs to Sophia Karousos (23) and Emma Norton (3).
Portsmouth Patriots capture state D-2 girls soccer title
PORTSMOUTH — Despite a seemingly comfortable 4-0 lead with less than 20 minutes to go in the Division II girls’ state soccer championship game Saturday, the Patriots never took their foot … more
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One-hundred-year-old United States Marine Corps veteran Jean Kesner, an East Providence resident and staff sergeant during World War II, was the guest honoree during the city's annual Veterans Day event.
East Providence honors 100-year-old resident Marine during Veterans Day ceremony
EAST PROVIDENCE — East Providence held its annual Veterans Day ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 11, at the Garden of Flags Memorial, founded and maintained by the East Providence Battle Monuments … more
The victim was a back-seat passenger in the Subaru at right, which was struck from behind while parked along the side of the highway.
Man pleads guilty in 2020 crash that killed Westport girl, 10
A Fall River man has pleaded guilty for causing an accident that killed a 10-year-old Westport girl, and left her sister seriously injured, three years ago. Just before his trial was set to … more
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Barrington’s AJ DiOrio runs past a St. Raphael’s linebacker during the semifinal game on Friday night.
Determined Eagles knock off Saints in semifinals, 29-8
The Barrington High School football team scored 19 second half points and rolled to a 29-8 victory over St. Raphael’s Academy in a Division II playoff semifinal game on Friday night, Nov. 10. … more
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Letter: Council needs better transparency on transfer station
To the editor: My name is Jennifer Abbate and I have lived in Portsmouth for 40 years. I am a former teacher at St. Philomena School, and still very involved there as a volunteer.   I … more
Board member Betty Brito presented Jeff Hirsh with Bradley Hospital's celebrated Humanitarian Award, recognizing him for his longtime support of the hospital and his unwavering commitment to healing the hearts and minds of children, teens, and adolescents.
Bradley Hospital presents noted restauranteur Hirsh with Humanitarian Award
EAST PROVIDENCE — Bradley Hospital presented Jeff Hirsh with its celebrated Humanitarian Award. The longtime owner of the famed Lobster Pot Restaurant in Bristol was recognized for his deep … more
Barrington High School held a special National Letter of Intent signing day event last week.
Barrington High School seniors sign letters of intent
More than a dozen student-athletes from Barrington High School signed their National Letters of Intent during a special ceremony on Wednesday afternoon, Nov. 8.   In addition, the school … more
Capt. Mark L. Turner, U.S. Navy (Ret.) was the guest speaker at the Veterans Day ceremony held at the VFW Post 5390 Saturday morning. The event also served as the grand reopening of the building, which has undergone major improvements in the past several weeks.
For veterans: ‘Two words — eight letters’ (with photo gallery)
A couple hundred people packed the VFW Post 5390 in Common Fence Point Saturday morning to honor veterans, as well as celebrate the grand reopening of the hall that strives to give back to the community. more
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The EPHS girls' volleyball team celebrates winning the 2023 Division II championship after the Townies defeated Cumberland 3-0 in the final Saturday, Nov. 11, at Rhode Island College.
Perfection...EPHS goes unbeaten en route to D-II girls' volleyball title
PROVIDENCE — As close to perfection as possible, the East Providence High School girls' volleyball team finished off an undefeated 2023 campaign by winning the Division II championship … more
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“Fifty Years of Eagles Hockey: A celebration" is scheduled for the day after Thanksgiving, Friday, Nov. 24, at 2 p.m. at the German American Club, 27 Kelly St., Warren.
‘Fifty Years of Eagles Hockey’ celebration is Nov. 24
Barrington High School varsity ice hockey will celebrate its 50th anniversary this month. The Eagles first took the ice five decades ago, although it was a bit of a challenge getting the … more
The four-bedroom, 4.5-bath contemporary style home at 17 Willow Way sold recently for $2.25 million.
Barrington neighborhood sees its highest home sale ever
Barrington’s Alfred Drown neighborhood had its highest recorded home sale recently.   The house at 17 Willow Way, which overlooks Narragansett Bay and Allin’s Cove, sold for … more
Warren native Lester "Butch" Lombardi Jr. has had a storied career on several fronts.
A chat with true 'Warrenite' Butch Lombardi
Whether it’s capturing the beauty of a current moment through photography or reliving old glory days on the diamong, this Warren native’s love of life is evident, and ongoing. more
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Barrington Town Council tweaks alcohol training program law
Members of the Barrington Town Council approved what appeared to be a compromise regarding the town’s alcohol servers training program.   The previous ordinance required local … more
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East Providence plays for two volleyball titles November 11
Two teams representing East Providence High School will play for volleyball championships Saturday, Nov. 11, and will each do so on the Rhode Island College campus in Providence. The top-seeded … more
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Veterans from around East Providence were treated to a pasta dinner as part of an appreciation event hosted by the City Council Thursday evening, Nov. 9.
Gallery: East Providence City Council Veterans Dinner
EAST PROVIDENCE — The five members of the East Providence City Council hosted what they hope will be the first of many Veterans Appreciation Dinners Thursday evening, Nov. 9, in the St. Martha … more
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The annual East Providence Veterans Day ceremony takes place Saturday, Nov. 11, at the Garden of Flags off Veterans Parkway.
Veterans Day 2023 events around East Providence
The following are list of events being planned on and around Veterans Day Saturday, Nov. 11, in East Providence: City plans annual Veterans Day ceremony The City Of East Providence's annual … more
Among those planning the Bristol Council Knights of Columbus 125th anniversary are left-right Edward P. Stuart Jr., Philip Beaulieu, Chairman Warren Rensehausen, and Walter Smith.
Bristol Knights of Columbus to celebrate 125th anniversary
On Sunday, Nov. 12, the Bristol Council Knights of Columbus will get together at the Our Lady of Mt. Carmel John W. Lolio Parish Center to celebrate its 125th anniversary. more
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Joe Delfino, an Air Force veteran of over 36 years and a member of the Combat Veterans Association, salutes after placing a flag in honor of those who died in wars throughout America’s history, during the ceremony at the South Burial Ground during the 2023 Memorial Day observance ceremony.
Warren to observe two Veterans' Day events this weekend
An event on Saturday, Nov. 11 will honor a late WWII veteran and a Medal of Honor recipient. An event on Sunday, Nov. 12 will honor four Warren veterans. more
Letter: Hunting will not solve Bristol’s deer problem
Ask the non-hunters from Prudence Island, Block Island, S. Kingstown, Burrillville, etc., if it solved the problem of overpopulation of deer. The answer is a resounding no. more
Letter: It will take more than a new school to achieve excellence in education
If voters decide to approve the bond, it remains to be seen how a new school alone will improve the quality of educational achievement by Bristol and Warren students. more
The Liberty Street School as illustrated by Thomas Tefft in Henry Barnard’s “School Architecture” (1850 edition).
Commentary: The history of the Liberty Street School is worth knowing
It is worthwhile to consider the history of the school, a remarkable survival and a rare example of the combined efforts of renowned educator Henry Barnard (1809-1900) and Rhode Island architect Thomas A. Tefft (1826-1859). more
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