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A Brown Play School student holds up a toy chick while in the homemaking portion of the school. He was particularly excited about the eggs that were contained within an incubator that day, awaiting their time to hatch.

Brown Play School celebrates 75 years of learning through play

For three quarters of a century (and 25 years in Rumford center), Brown Play School has thrived on the philosophy that young kids learn best when they're having fun. more

By Ethan Hartley | 4/17/25

Westport resident Kevin McGoff fishes Grays Mill Pond Saturday morning with his daughter Carolyn and son Wesley.

Biting cold, and a few bites, in Adamsville

The mercury was at 35 degrees, with a wind chill that made it feel like 19 at Grays Mill Pond in Adamsville early Saturday morning. Still, that was good enough for the brave souls who came out for … more

By Christian Silvia | 4/17/25

Barrington's Miles Dolan makes the safe call as his teammate Cole Kepner slides into home during a five-run fifth inning. The Eagles beat Cumberland, 8-1.

Eagles out-slug Clippers in Division I baseball showdown

Miles Fontaine went 3-for-3 with a home run and a double, scored twice and drove in three runs to pace the Barrington High School baseball team to an 8-1 win against Cumberland on Wednesday, April … more

4/17/25

Bristol council will hear Fourth of July petitions

Months after it was announced that the Bristol Fourth of July concerts would be moving from Independence Park on Bristol Harbor to Roger Williams University, the Bristol Town Council will discuss … more

By Christian Silvia | 4/17/25

Thomas Harrington teaches drumming to students at the Macomber School several years ago.

Blood drive honors memory of two who left too soon

The late Thomas Harrington and Tracy Pereira touched countless lives in Little Compton and Westport. Two years after Harrington’s death at age 19, and nine months after Pereira followed, loved … more

By Ted Hayes | 4/17/25

Trace Dubois drove in two runs and was the winning pitcher in relief as the Mt. Hope High School baseball club collected its first Division I win of 2025, 9-5 over host Pilgrim Wednesday, April 16.

Mt. Hope baseball club collects first Division I win of the spring

The Mt. Hope High School baseball team went countertrend in the early going of its 2025 Division I regular season en route to picking up its first league of the spring, 9-5, over host Pilgrim in … more

By Mike Rego | 4/17/25

Council approves resolution: Barrington now a sanctuary town

Members of the Barrington Town Council voted unanimously to adopt a resolution declaring Barrington a sanctuary town for transgender people and all members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community and their … more

By Josh Bickford | 4/17/25

The 317 Market St. parcel in Warren, the site of former East Bay Collaborative center, is soon expected to be the future home to a marine maintenance operation.

Boat maintenance operation should soon occupy Market Street site in Warren

The Warren Zoning Board, at its Wednesday night, April 16 meeting, approved a special use permit which should soon likely allow a company engaged in boat repair and service to soon occupy the former … more

By Mike Rego | 4/17/25

Professor Bernardo Motta sits with his students, engaging in one-on-one conversations about environmental issues.

The call of the wild in the East Bay — calls for environmental advocacy

“Waaah” is a sound not sought by most, but there are some who seek it nightly. They head outside, after sunset, specifically listening for a low pitched “Waaah” sound. It is … more

By Michelle Mercure | 4/17/25

Dick Devault, retired Navy captain, was the Bristol Fourth of July Patriotic Speaker in 2018 (above) and the Hattie Brown Award-winner in 2021. This year, he has the celebration’s highest honor, serving as the 2025 Chief Marshal.

Devault proudly accepts the honor of leading the Fourth

Dick Devault does not expect many surprises during his tour as 2025 Bristol Fourth of July chief marshal. When it comes to the Fourth in Bristol, the retired Navy captain has pretty much seen it all. … more

By Scott Pickering | 4/17/25

'Food Truck Friday' returns to Providence

The 11th season of Food Truck Friday returns to Carousel Village at Roger Williams Park every Friday from April 18 to Sept. 26. The event brings together some of the best local food trucks, courtesy … more

4/16/25

Beer Festival returns to Fort Adams

The Newport Beer Festival returns to Fort Adams State Park this Saturday, April 19, from 1 to 4:30 p.m. N early 50 breweries will be offering more than 100 beer selections on Parade Field at the … more

4/16/25

The St. Elizabeth’s Church Santo Cristo Committee in its final week of Lenten season fish and chips includes (front row, from left to right) Fatima Pereira, Sonia Abreu, Liz Damásio, John Cordeiro (president of the committee) and Edgardo Oliveira; and (back row) Hélio Cordeiro, Carlos Medeiros, Aiden Medeiros, Joe Martins (vice president), Debbie Hughes, John Hughes (treasurer), José Medeiros and Nicholas Medeiros.

Hard work, great food and church-honored traditions

It’s a tradition that goes back a number of years at St. Elizabeth’s Church, where a number of parishioners gather each Friday during lent to offer some of the finest and most delectable … more

By Manuel C. "Manny" Correira | 4/16/25

Letter: More news as the British get closer to Bristol

In case you haven’t heard, the British will be coming to Bristol May 16 to 18 (Don’t worry, patriotic Bristolians are going to send them packing!). In addition to historical … more

4/16/25

Letter: Let’s see if citizens have the fortitude for town leadership

In response to Mike Proto’s letter to the editor, “ Citizens are motivated to make change, ” Bristol Phoenix, April 10, I offer the following for consideration. Although I can … more

4/16/25

Downtown Barrington cleanup planned for April 21

Barrington is looking for volunteers to help “Keep Rhode Island Litter Free” on Monday, April 21. Residents can get some exercise and fresh air while helping clean up downtown … more

4/16/25

Barrington's Indie Lamb, shown competing at a meet last year, partnered with Evelyn Lefort, Gracie Gaines and Ginevra Girardello win the 4x800-meter relay at the recent Class B Injury Fund Relay.

Barrington High School girls track team wins Injury Fund relays

The Barrington High School girls outdoor track team is off to a strong start this spring. The Eagles raced to a team victory in the Class B Injury Fund Relays last week, and followed that … more

4/16/25

Barrington’s Bobby Wind, shown competing at a meet last year, teamed up with Charly Potter, Charlie Britto and Patrick Trainor to win the 4x100-meter relay at the recent Class B Injury Fund Relay meet.

Boys track team dominates at Injury Fund meet

The Barrington High School boys outdoor track won the Class B Injury Fund Relays on Wednesday, April 9. The Eagles scored 90 points, finishing ahead of second-place Portsmouth (55 points) … more

4/16/25

Letter: What can you do? Get involved

As we bear witness to the rapid dismantling of our governmental institutions, many of us are feeling a sense of hopelessness and helplessness. While there may be little we can do here in Bristol to … more

4/16/25

Julia Dempsey speaks to the East Providence City Council on Tuesday night, alleging that she is being retaliated against by the city. The city disputes that claim.

Lottery rental home dispute flares between East Providence resident and mayor

A dispute between an East Providence native who won a local lottery back in 2019 to rent a rehabilitated, city-owned property has been thrust into the public eye after she recently told her story to a local broadcast news team. more

By Ethan Hartley | 4/16/25

Alaina Zhang, a senior at Portsmouth Abbey School, is researching how sugar kelp farms can serve as a sustainable solution to environmental issues.

In Portsmouth: Kelp for the environment

PORTSMOUTH — Alaina Zhang apologized profusely for being late to our interview last week. The Portsmouth Abbey School senior had been chatting online with U.S. Rep. Gabe Amo, and just before … more

By Jim McGaw | 4/16/25

Townies pitcher tosses first no-hitter for team since 2015

Tyler DiCecco, a senior pitcher for the East Providence varsity baseball team, tossed a no-hitter, complete game on Friday, April 11. more

4/16/25

'Mr Nobody Against Putin' screens in Newport

The Casino Theatre is the site of a Newport Film screening of “Mr. Nobody Against Putin” this Thursday, April 17. Tickets are $15 per person The nigh begins with a reception with … more

4/16/25

The old Westport High School is a valuable town resource, but residents at a meeting Thursday said the town needs more financial data before deciding the best use for the town.

Old high school a new ‘community campus' for Westport?

PICS HS1 Ted Hayes The old Westport High School is a valuable town resource, but residents at a meeting Thursday said the town needs more financial data before deciding the … more

By Ted Hayes | 4/16/25

Gallery Night Providence hosting five free tours April 17

On Thursday, April 17, Gallery Night Providence will offer five free guided tours of Providence art spaces. Four tours (5:00, 5:15, 5:30, and 6:00 p.m.) depart from the Graduate Hotel on … more

4/16/25