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Letter: Waterfront group supports shoreline access bill
To the editor: Once again this year, the General Assembly is considering bills to clarify one of the oldest and most cherished Rhode Island constitutional rights — the “rights of … more
The new school resource officer will join current SRO Jacquelie Smaldone, who was recently appointed to the post.
Tiverton eyes second school resource officer
Tiverton Police Chief Patrick Jones has received town council approval to apply for a federal grant that, if approved, could result in the hiring of a second school resource officer for … more
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Rep. Michelle McGaw
McGaw introduces 'human composting' bill
While Tiverton residents try to prevent the construction of a crematorium in the North End, Rep. Michelle McGaw has introduced legislation that would give those at the end of life a more … more
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Providence Country Day School announces 2022-23 second trimester honor roll
EAST PROVIDENCE — The Providence Country Day School has named its 2022-2023 second trimester honor roll. For Middle School (Classes of 2027-2030), students earn High Honors with all grades of … more
New St. Mary Academy-Bay View president Amy Gravell.
St. Mary Academy-Bay View names Gravell as new school president
EAST PROVIDENCE — Amy Gravell, a Providence resident and alumna with a long history in leadership positions for non-profit organizations, has been selected to become the fourth president in the … more
Simmons Cafe and Marketplace is on the market for $985,000.
Iconic Simmons Market for sale in Adamsville
An unexpected sight has replaced the crowded bulletin board that hangs over the porch of Simmons Market and Cafe –– a 'For Sale' sign. The listing of the cafe and market, previously … more
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Sakonnet Times - Thursday, March 30, 2023
Longplex owner Jim Long (right) and Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee go over original blueprints from the complex's construction, at a tour of the Tiverton facility last month.
Feud between Longplex, Town of Tiverton simmers over
A long simmering feud between the Town of Tiverton and Jim Long, owner of the Longplex Family & Sports Center, escalated Monday night when the town council delayed taking action on two special … more
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The Ming Nie Global Change and Ecosystem Lab in Shanghai invited Mark Bertness (center) to study saltmarsh degradation in their region.
Endangered species: Saltmarshes — and what to do about it
The Barrington Land Conservation Trust kicks off its 2023 Land Trust Learning Series on Monday, April 3, at 6:30 p.m. with a presentation on saltmarsh degradation by Mark Bertness at the Barrington … more
Veterans often charter River Rebel Charters of Bristol to fish for free as part of the Veteran Angler Charters program.
Trout fishing is the ticket this month
Rhode Island lakes, ponds, rivers, and streams designated as trout-stocked waters are currently closed for fishing. However, the season opens Saturday, April 8, and runs through Feb. 29, … more
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Norman Dudziak photographed this Tusukuru hartlandianus dwarf tree spider during “The Search for Neodietrichia” citizen science project. This is now the iconic photo for this species on iNaturalist.
Welcome to Citizen Science Month – see what a difference you can make
April is Citizen Science Month! You can join a growing community of “citizen scientists” who help to expand our body of scientific knowledge by crowdsourcing data collection. … more
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Some ideas for your spring reading lists
I’ve been bingeing books lately. As the weather warms and the yard and garden call, reading will take a backseat for a month or two, so I’m trying to catch up on my reading list. Here … more
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Letter: O'Dell missed the mark on housing cost letter
This letter is in response to Ms. O’Dell’s Letter last week regarding affordable housing here in Little Compton. I was truly jaw dropped by reading her editorial. I had no idea that … more
Letter: More affordable housing unrealistic in Little Compton
I recently read the letter to the editor about low income housing in Little Compton.  I have to bring people in Little Compton back to reality. Having lived in Tiverton most of my life and … more
Anthony DeSisto, during a Warren Town Council meeting in 2020.
Little Compton close to hiring new solicitor
Little Compton could soon have a new town solicitor, after town council members voted 4-1 last week, with Paul Golembeske opposed, to negotiate a contract with Anthony DeSisto of Anthony DeSisto Law … more
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The train is starting to roll toward a decisive CD1 Primary
STORY OF THE WEEK: If the election to succeed David Cicilline in the 1 st Congressional District was held last Friday, the favorites were Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos and state Sen. Sandra Cano … more
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Adamsville welcomes new fitness studio
For those looking for a place to give their long-lost New Year’s resolutions a kick in the tail feathers, a new fitness studio is set to open in the heart of Adamsville. Henhouse Studios, … more
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Letter: Pros and cons of legislative housing package
To the editor: The Times-Gazette’s thorough reporting of the 14 bills that have been proposed in the State House of Representatives to address the housing crisis is most welcome. The … more
Honored Tiverton and Little Compton teachers (from left) Samantha Reimels, Kim Smith, Carla Woodhouse, Lee Cusumano, Shana Roper, Jill Godbout and Christine Kraus pose for a photo at the recent Lions Club celebration.
Tiverton Lions recognize local heroes
The Tiverton Lions Club recently recognized 12 Tiverton and Little Compton public servants for the contributions they have made to their communities this past year. The club’s 2023 … more
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Sakonnet Times - Thursday, March 23, 2023
Tiverton council backs aquaculture legislation
The Tiverton Town Council last week approved a resolution urging the General Assembly to pass legislation that would restrict any new aquaculture leases on the Sakonnet River to at least 1,000 feet … more
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Letter: Adamsville had the luck of the Irish Saturday
The sun came out from behind the clouds just in time to shine on the second annual Shortest St. Paddies Day Parade in Adamsville on Saturday afternoon. It was a sight to behold. So many happy, … more
Letter: Spring is in the air; the peepers herald its arrival
If I told you that Woodpeckers eat worms, I bet you wouldn’t believe me, but trust me. Early in the morning, when I first come down and look out the kitchen window onto the back lawn, I will … more
Letter: 'Take' authorizations prove NOAA is lying about whale deaths
The marine science community knows this much for certain: The high-resolution geophysical (HRG) surveys used to site offshore wind turbines and transmission cabling causes harm and mortality to … more
Jessica Kaela, shown in studio singing her newly released single, “Crying.”
Meet Jessica Kaela: A young singer focused on career growth
At 23, singer, songwriter, recording artist Jessica Kaela is a contemporary songster whose commitment to hard work, positivity, doing for others and doing what’s right, in the midst of a … more
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