It’s almost crass to write about the Israeli-Hamas war in the abstract. Whether it is a father searching for his children under rubble that had been his home in Gaza or a parent and child bound … more

Hats off to Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse and his staff for putting together the Energy, Environment and Oceans Leaders Day, Friday, Dec. 1, at the Rhode Island Convention Center. This is the 14th year the … more

At the end of each week, the law firm d’Oliveira & Associates compiles a summary of recalls, FDA warnings, market withdrawals and safety alerts that the public should be aware of for their … more

To the editor: It’s difficult to observe the reaction to our government attempts to provide support for basic requirements, such as dealing with trash and roads. First, the ideas that … more

Principal Chris Ashley announced that Barrington High School would have a half-day of classes on Tuesday, Dec. 5, due to a plumbing issue at the school.   According to multiple sources, the … more

A Little Compton Town Hall employee charged last Thursday with embezzlement allegedly stole an unknown sum through her work as a fiscal clerk in the town's treasurer/tax collector's office, court … more

EAST PROVIDENCE — A group of about two dozen middle schoolers from around the city recently completed an introductory swim program held at the Boys and Girls Club of East Providence where … more

PORTSMOUTH — Two men were arrested on drug charges on Sunday, Dec. 3, after officers responded to South Drive just before 1 p.m. to investigate a report of a “neighbor dispute,” … more

The Barrington Town Council is expected to discuss the former Carmelite Monastery property during its meeting on Monday night, Dec. 4, and could entertain a motion to draft an RFP for the development … more

Every Christmas season, year in and out, Ray Elias climbed the large spruce in the front yard of his Holly Lane home, decorated it and otherwise made it look perfect for the holiday season, much to … more