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Environmental issues at forefront of Mt. Hope science fair

Microplastics in the water, bioremediation, wildlife health — for this year's Mt. Hope High School science fair, held Wednesday, Jan. 29, the winners of the first-place awards dealt with a wide …
Where everybody knows your — diet
Dietary trends are “cool” for some, necessary for others. There are many different trends that have popped up in recent years, … Read More
Where there’s a will, there’s (not) a way
Getting a haircut is simple — for most. The steps are as follows: schedule an appointment, go to the salon, get the cut, and pay … Read More
Trio of winners leads Kickemuit to runner-up result at 2025 state middle school mat championships
The Kickemuit wrestling squad did, in fact, "kick" some tail at the 2025 Rhode Island Interscholastic League Middle School … Read More
Revitalized Mt. Hope High Robotics Club gears up for states
On the precipice of potentially no longer being a viable option for students, the robotics club at Mt. Hope High School, which … Read More
Mt. Hope wrestlers better Barrington on inaugural Latessa Scholarship Night
Past and current members of Mt. Hope High School wrestling program, specifically, and the larger community, as a whole, gathered for a … Read More
Gallery: Kickemuit sixth-grade musicians hit all the right notes
The Kickemuit Middle School Husky Sixth Grade Band made its debut as a group last Thursday night, Jan. 23, it the annual winter … Read More
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Annual 5k beach race benefits Mt. Hope High indoor track program

The Mt. Hope High School indoor track and field team's annual "I'd Rather Be Indoor" 5k run/walk steps off Sunday morning, Dec. 8, at Bristol Town Beach. The race starts at 10:30 a.m. Organizers …

Warren Holiday Festival lights up the downtown this weekend

The Warren Holiday Festival readies its 36th annual edition for its traditional place on the community calendar, the weekend after Thanksgiving, with the usual anticipation of seasonal cheer being …

The 'Great Mud Escape' is this Saturday at Frerich's Farm

For their sixth annual fundraiser, Thrive Outside has reimagined the popular Mud Run which has become an annual staple in the region to challenge not just your physical stamina, but your mental agility as well.
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Obituaries
Annelise Bacher Annelise Bacher, 94 passed from this life on Sunday, February 2, 2025 at Atria Bay Spring Village in Barrington, RI. She was the wife of the late Ronald D Bacher, the daughter of the late Anker C Thor
Lionel Carreiro Lionel P. Carreiro, 69, of Smithfield, formerly of Bristol, R.I., went on the ride of a lifetime to meet Jesus and his heavenly family on Feb. 3. The devoted husband and soulmate of Janice Mowry Carre
James Devine James Anthony Devine, 84, of Tiverton, Rhode Island, and Vero Beach, Florida, passed away peacefully on February 2, 2025, surrounded by his wife and daughter. Born and raised in Quincy, Massachusett
Sports
Deal's victory highlights Huskies results at Class B indoor track meet The Mt. Hope High indoor track and field squads competed in their respective 2025 Class B Championships Saturday, Feb. 1, at the Providence Career and Tech Academy Fieldhouse. Junior standout …
Huskies' hoops notes: Boys up recent streak to four, girls drop last three The Mt. Hope High School boys' basketball team continued to set the pace atop the revamped Division III standings with its play over the last week, upping its most recent winning streak to four. …
Huskies rebound in hoops, both teams respond to recent setbacks After seeing its recent winning ways come to a close with back-to-back losses, the Mt. Hope High School boys' basketball team responded this past week with a pair of dramatic victories to improve to …
Three Mt. Hope wrestlers earn first tourney wins The week that was for the Mt. Hope High School wrestlers saw the locals suffer just their second loss in seven Division I regular season bouts this winter when the Huskies dropped a 38-32 decision to …
Opinion
Letter: Our democracy is worthy of a champion

Democracy is messy because everyone has an opinion. Governing in a democracy is hard because finding common ground among swirling opinions is often exceedingly contentious. This dilemma can …

Letter: Warren Tree Commission accomplishments are a team effort

To the editor: The Warren Tree Commission appreciates two articles written in the January 22 Warren Times (Council confirms 'voice of the forest' Largess as new tree warden," "Willow at Town Beach …

Letter: An assault rifle ban will make you less safe

To the editor: This is the most dangerous time of year for Rhode Islanders. It is when the legislature is back in session and the politicians gather to play their games. Every year, our …

Letter: Make your voice heard on Settlers Green situation

To the editor: Fellow citizens of Warren, we need you! The massive Settler’s Green development proposal will be returning to the Warren Planning Board for a Public Hearing on Monday, January …

Letter: Alarmed about discarded 'Fireball' nips

To the editor: Well, it has been some time since I last opined on things Warren. My previous contribution was with regard to the shameless and irresponsible disposal of dog poo bags adorning the …

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