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Ten years of hope, on Main

Lisa Raiola, the visionary behind Hope & Main, Rhode Island’s first food business incubator, now celebrating its 10th year, has a surprising admission. “This whole thing was an …
Islanders end Huskies' season in Division II girls' volleyball semis
PORTSMOUTH —  The end was close, but cruel for the Mt. Hope High School girls' volleyball team. Thursday, Nov. 7, in … Read More
Incumbent Piper, newcomer Barlow win school committee seats in Warren
Five spots were available on the Bristol Warren Regional District School Committee at the November 2024 Election and with just five … Read More
Another Election Day, another victory for veteran pol Felag
An election day-in-the-life for a 13-time incumbent as was Warren's Walter Felag Jr. this cycle might seem like old hat to those … Read More
White concedes Warren Town Council seats to Trombley, Rego
As the dust settled on the November 5 election, the three-person pursuit of the two vacant seats on the Warren Town Council gained … Read More
Market Street Pub proprietors mark 30 years of family ownership
Market Street Pub is marking a memorable milestone as the close-knit Davock Family commemorates 30 years of ownership, and it's that … Read More
Warren Town Council race remains tight; Felag, Speakman return to the Assembly
The race for the two open spots on the Warren Council was too-close-to-call as the in-person and early votes were tabulated on … Read More
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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.

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".
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Obituaries
James St. Angelo James G. St. Angelo, 97, of Bristol, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at the Rhode Island Veterans Home. He was the husband of the late Muriel P. (Champagne) St. Angelo for 65 yea
Rev. Shirley Andrews Rev.Shirley M. Andrews, 87, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2024, to join her dearly beloved husband Ronald Andrews, and second-born daughter Elizabeth MacMillian. She was born in Fall River, MA
Edward Jamiel Edward A. Jamiel peacefully joined his loved ones in Heaven on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. He was a resident of both Warren and Bristol, RI. The husband of the late Anna Jamiel and son of the late Al
Sports
Deal is Mt. Hope's ace at 2024 Cross Country State Championships NORTH SCITUATE — Jessica Deal was once again the individual standout among the Mt. Hope High School contingent at the 2024 Rhode Island Interscholastic League State Championship Cross Country …
Huskies send off football seniors with sixth win in a row The good news for the Mt. Hope High School football team is that the Huskies completed a fine regular season, one of the best in recent memory actually, last Friday night, Nov. 1, Senior Night for …
Dream boys' soccer season for Mt. Hope comes to nightmarish end The Mt. Hope High School boys' soccer team's dream season came to a nightmarish end Friday afternoon, Nov. 1, after the top-seeded Huskies were upset on penalty kicks in the quarterfinal round of the …
Huskies cast Clippers out of Division II girls' volleyball playoffs Picking up in the playoffs where it ended the regular season, the Mt. Hope High School girls' volleyball team swept Cumberland out of the 2024 Division II championship tournament. At home …
Opinion
Letter: Why doesn’t the paper print letters on national politics?

Beginning in May of this year, this newspaper has refused to publish letters to the editor about national politics, stating that such letters must focus on local issues and news only.  Citizen …

Letter: State reps. are working on behalf of veterans

It has come to our attention that constituents with concerns may not realize that state representatives and senators are available through a phone call or email to answer questions about issues that …

Letter: Vote 'No' on Question 1

Rhode Island’s Question 1, which proposes holding a constitutional convention, would risk undermining our fundamental rights.

‘Yes’ on Question 1 will restore power to the people

Voting yes on Question 1 is the only way to bring power back to you, the voter and taxpayer, and not the gatekeepers like politicians and lobby groups.

Letter: It seems like veterans have been forgotten by our leaders

It’s that time once again where we vote for our representatives in state government. We have heard how they will fight for responsible gun laws to stop gun violence. The reality is you will …

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