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Warren man to serve 40 years for attempted murder of mother
Kevin Mendes (age 37) entered a plea of nolo contendere to one count of assault with a dangerous weapon in a dwelling house with intent to commit murder after an incident in May of 2021.
Warren police made six arrests between Aug. 19 and Aug. 25, 2024. Read More
For the first time in over 20 years, band will be offered to Bristol Warren 5th graders. Help them get the tools they need by donating … Read More
Preparations to raze the dilapidated west side portion of the Washington Bridge structure began in recent weeks with the erection of … Read More
The Bristol Warren Education Foundation (BWEF) recently announced the funding of $50,000 in educational grants for the 2024-2025 … Read More
Rep. June Speakman and Sen. Pam Lauria were among the Rhode Island delegation pledging their votes in Chicago. Read More
Heralded as a solar project that blends with the existing environment rather than forcing the issue through clear-cutting trees, the … Read More
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Bristol House Tour will open 12 private homes next month
The Bristol Historical & Preservation Society is holding its House Tour 2024 on Saturday, Sept. 21, when 12 private homes, some of which have not been open for more than 25 years, will be …
How the Warren Folks Fest grew into 'RI's Best' local festival
The 8th annual Warren Folks Fest is right on the horizon, and the celebration of local music, art, food, and drink was recently named best local festival by "Rhode Island Monthly".
Warren Community Night Out to benefit 3-year-old with leukemia
A family-friendly, free event on Aug. 15 at Burr's Hill Park will also help benefit a local family that recently received a devastating diagnosis.
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Letter: ’Social Host’ DUI law — an idea worth exploring
I was taught in my teens that driving is a privilege, not a right. Another week, another driver convicted of DUI that has had numerous prior DUI convictions, many resulting in accidents …
Letter: Kickemuit Dam corruption?
The previous article highlighted the public concerns of unsightly mud-pits, but the greater issue is the mud that they do not see.
Letter: Can’t afford to focus only on offshore wind’s downsides
To the editor: I’m writing to express my strong support for the expansion of offshore wind as a generational leap forward in our pursuit of environmentally sound energy policy. Given …
Letter: An historic vote for Rhode Island
The danger of a nuclear disaster — either intentional or by accident — is the gravest immediate threat to our very existence.
Letter: Political paranoia and Constitutional constipation
I would be remiss if I remained silent with regard to the current question of whether or not to call a constitutional convention.