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Mrs. Katz holds court in the Rogers Free Library children’s room.

Rogers Free Library’s favorite storyteller recently launched a new book, Mrs Katz Lost Her Hat!, a follow up to their debut, Mrs. Katz and her Hats! The launch was held at the library’s … more

By Christy Nadalin | 6/6/25

Editorial: A problem of parking in Barrington

Sunday’s Barrington Arts Festival had so much going for it — large crowds, diverse food trucks, artists and artisans, live music, good people and great atmosphere. It had one major flaw … more

6/6/25

Defender Nate Kreft (middle) looks on as goalie Gavin Munzert attempts to make a save during the team's playoff loss to Hendricken.

In last game ever at Victory Field, Barrington comes up short

The Barrington High School boys lacrosse team was hoping to send Victory Field out a winner, but Hendricken had other plans. The Eagles, playing in the final game at Victory Field before … more

6/6/25

Barrington High School students Neil Bansal, Isabel Chen and Iris Yang (from left to right) took home first place in Experimental Design at the 2025 National Science Olympiad Tournament at the University of Nebraska.

Three Barrington students are number one in the nation

For the first time ever, three Barrington High School students earned gold medals in an individual event at the Science Olympiad Nationals. Barrington High School senior Isabel Chen and … more

6/6/25

Headed to Georgetown, Brown, RPI, Clemson and beyond

PORTSMOUTH — Portsmouth High School will award diplomas to 181 members of the Class of 2025 at commencement exercises tonight. Of those students, these 10 were named cream of the crop. more

6/6/25

A shot of the western span of the Washington Bridge in December of 2024, prior to the superstructure being demolished.

Coming November 2028 — a new Washington Bridge

Governor Dan McKee announced on Friday morning that a new Washington Bridge would be constructed by November of 2028, at a cost of $427 million. more

By Ethan Hartley | 6/6/25

More than 70 small business owners across Rhode Island, including two in Barrington (Pitapocket, Nacho Mamma's), signed a letter opposing the "Bottle Bill" legislation.

Is ‘Bottle Bill’ bad for Barrington business, but good for the environment?

All five members of the Barrington Town Council voted in favor of a resolution supporting the proposed “Bottle Bill” in Rhode Island, but the legislation is not a hit with some local … more

By Josh Bickford | 6/6/25

Rhode Island House backs Knight's assault weapons ban bill

The landmark assault weapons ban bill sponsored by East Bay Democrat Jason Knight passed the Rhode Island House of Representatives Thursday evening, June 5, by a 43-28 margin. Bill No. 2025-H … more

By Mike Rego | 6/5/25

Barrington High School students have been parking their cars on Tiffany Circle, as there was not enough room in the student lot. Residents in the Tiffany Circle neighborhood say the parked cars create a safety issue.

Barrington Town Council pushes pause on possible parking prohibition

By the time you read this, the problem will have disappeared, at least temporarily. Wednesday, June 4 was the last day of school for seniors at Barrington High School. And on Thursday, … more

By Josh Bickford | 6/5/25

Rhode Island Day of Portugal 2025 Grand Marshals, Marcia Sousa Da Ponte and Lina Cabral, raise the Flag of Portugal and The Azores on Monday afternoon at a ceremony at East Providence City Hall.

East Providence kicks off Day of Portugal festivities

Phrases and songs sung out proudly in Portuguese filled the city council chambers and the outer plaza at East Providence City Hall on Monday, as the city set the scene for the upcoming Day of Portugal festivities with a flag raising ceremony. more

By Ethan Hartley | 6/5/25

Warren Fire and Rescue sets 123rd annual memorial ceremonies

For the 123rd consecutive year, the Warren Fire Department conducts its annual memorial recognition ceremonies. The 2025 edition takes place Sunday, June 8. Events are free and open to the public. … more

6/5/25

Tiverton police logs: Several drug and weapons arrests

Monday, May 19 Ciera M. Omos, 30, of 10 Fish Road, was charged with driving on a suspended license on Fish Road at 6:06 a.m. Tuesday, May 20 Cynthia A. Manchester Rego, 68, of 1401 … more

6/5/25

Graduation is Friday — meet Tiverton's top 10

In advance of Friday afternoon's graduation ceremony, Tiverton High School officials named their top 10 students this week, ranked by academic performance. They include: 1. Nolan Page A son of … more

6/5/25

Lifeguards watch over Cherry and Webb Beach.

Westport beaches set to open June 14 — but there's a catch

Westport beaches are expected to open for the season Saturday, June 14, but lifeguards will work reduced hours through the end of the month as the beach commission looks to close a $12,000 funding … more

By Ted Hayes | 6/5/25

The new East Bay Bike Path Bridge in Warren is soon expected to be named after Richard C. Brule, a town resident killed in action during the Vietnam War.

Senate passes Warren bike path bridge legislation honoring Brule

PROVIDENCE — One of the important steps needed to be completed to have a local Vietnam War veteran killed in action forever memorialized was completed late last week. The Rhode Island … more

6/5/25

Members of Barrington Troop 46 pose for a group photo following a Court of Honor at the Barrington Congregational Church in late May.

Two Scouts from Barrington Troop 46 achieve Eagle rank

Barrington Troop 46 celebrated the scouting year with a Court of Honor at the Barrington Congregational Church in late May. The Troop, families and friends honored two scouts who achieved … more

6/5/25

Iris Perillo (left), Oliver Medina, owner Ashley Fischer, and Michaela Rosa at Gray's new downtown location.

Gray's is open for business in Bristol

Gray’s Ice Cream, the beloved Tiverton Four Corners destination, has long maintained a window down at Thames Street Landing. But after the Fischer family of Bristol purchased the brand, they … more

By Christy Nadalin | 6/5/25

Audrey Adams plans to attend the University of Michigan and study sociology with a minor in creative writing. She has been selected to receive the Rhode Island Foundation’s largest scholarship.

Values and vision help land $80,000 college scholarship

Barrington High School senior Audrey Adams has been selected to receive the Rhode Island Foundation’s largest scholarship. The award is worth up to $80,000 over the next four years. … more

6/5/25

Jesus, Sylvia Plath, and half of my heart

I had a conversation with Jesus the other day. We talked about tattoos, our shared love of books, and other big “life” topics. That same day, I went to the bookstore (my second … more

6/5/25

After 70 years on the job, the end of an era

It was business as usual at Mello’s Shoe Repair on Wood Street recently, with customers coming and going, greeted by proprietor Mike Iacovelli. In between, Iacovelli was hard at work on a … more

By Christy Nadalin | 6/5/25

Kloey Iacovone (right) rallies the Townies between quarters during their semifinals matchup against Toll Gate.

East Providence girls lacrosse will play for undefeated season, D-3 title

Other Townies teams also had impressive playoff performances, including baseball, softball, and volleyball. more

By Ethan Hartley | 6/4/25

Abigail Leddy, Brian Rutkowski Jr., and Dylan Flynn finished third, second, and first in the East Providence High School Class of 2025, respectively. Their class was the first to complete a full four years at the new high school, where they began as freshmen when the building first opened in September of 2021.

Meet the Top 3 Townies from the Class of 2025

Dylan Flynn, Brian Rutkowski Jr., and Abigail “Abby” Leddy are the Top Three Townies of the Class of 2025, and they brought real Townie spirit to the new high school. more

By Ethan Hartley | 6/4/25

Barrington High School’s Claire McTaggart follows through on a drive during the first day of the RIIL Golf State Championship at Cranston Country Club last week.

Eagles tie for fifth at golf state championship

The Barrington High School golf team finished tied for fifth at the RIIL golf state championship last week, at Cranston Country Club. The Eagles, who finished atop the East Division in … more

By Josh Bickford | 6/4/25

The Spencer Trust extended a $15,000 grant to Tap-In, an East Bay nonprofit.

Spencer Trust in Barrington shows its generosity and increases grant totals

It felt like Christmas morning at the Spencer Trust meeting on Monday, June 2. The Barrington Town Council, in its capacity as Spencer Board trustees, increased funding levels for all … more

By Josh Bickford | 6/4/25

Senior Kam Rego hurls a pitch during the game. The ace struck out 7 and allowed 5 hits, a walk and 2 runs in 4 innings of work.

Tigers fall to Woonsocket in Pod final

The Tiverton baseball team ended their season falling to Woonsocket 8-2 in the Division 3 Pod Championship at home on Tuesday afternoon. “ it was definitely a great season,” said … more

Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. | 6/4/25