DEM ramping up water patrols and education
Whether you’re on the high seas or just cruising the bay, navigate the water safely and wear your life jacket. Environmental … Read More
The Bristol Warren Village has officially launched
Following a successful volunteer recruitment drive, the Bristol Warren Village (BWV) is ready to provide members with services. “We … Read More
The town cries for art — Warren Town Hall listens
A museum is supposed to be quiet. It’s common to hear people say, “Shhh,” to hush any noise that might disturb visitors perusing … Read More
Confined to bed, driven to give back to children battling illnesses
It typically takes about two decades from birth to reach the milestone of college graduation — a major turning point in most … Read More
Mt. Hope High School sports scatter upon new building construction
Bristol Warren Regional School District Superintendent Ana Riley and Athletic Director Christy Belisle presented the school committee … Read More
Still nifty at 98
Members of the senior bowling league at Dudek Lanes in town held a spirited celebration during their weekly gathering Friday … Read More
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Sheep & Wool Festival returns to Coggeshall Farm

The annual festival brings traditional fiber arts to life with sheep shearing and wool dyeing demonstrations, spinning and weaving exhibits and Two Coves Farm sheepdog herding demonstrations. Browse …

Annual spring concerts by community chorus

The Greater Tiverton Community Chorus will present its annual spring concert, “Make A Joyful Noise,” under the direction of Christian Black and accompanied by Katie Estrella. The theme …

The British are coming! The British are coming!

The Bristol Historical & Preservation Society, the Battle of Rhode Island Association, and the Bristol 250 Commission have joined forces to sponsor a weekend of events celebrating the 250th …
East Bay Social
Obituaries
Richard Kissell With sadness and gratitude, we share the passing of Richard Kissell on May 11, 2025, at age 82. Born February 20, 1943, in Bayonne, New Jersey, Richard was a man who led with laughter and kindness.
Cecile Desilets Cecile Desilets, 92, of Warren, RI, passed away on Sunday, May 11, 2025 after a long illness. The daughter of the late Arthur and Yvonne (Lamonde) Desilets, Cecile was born in Connecticut and moved to
Sarah Gibson Sarah Gibson Obituary Sarah Blount Gibson (Sally) of Warminster, PA passed away on April 28, 2025, at home, surrounded by love. She was 80 years old. Sally was born in Jacksonville Florida on D
Sports
Mt. Hope sports notes: Boys' volleyball rallies after initial league loss, Jackson sets new girls' outdoor track standards The Mt. Hope High School boys' volleyball team had a couple of hectic days earlier last week as on back-to-back nights the Huskies suffered their first Division III loss of the year, but then …
Mt. Hope golfers meet early aims, seek continued improvement The Mt. Hope High School golf team met one of its stated goals for the 2025 season along with another less sought-after though still significant aim after the home Huskies swept East Providence and …
Mt. Hope rolls into boys' volleyball season midpoint The Mt. Hope High School boys' volleyball team met the middle of its 2025 regular season in recent days much in the same way Huskies have gone about their business so far this spring, with wins. …
Gallery: Hugh Cole Elementary School 'Kids Heart Challenge' fundraiser Students at the Hugh Cole Elementary School held their annual "Kids Heart Challenge" basketballl fundraiser for the American Heart Association in recent days. The kids had some fun shooting baskets …
Opinion
Letter: In support of mandatory stop signs at bike paths

In my 30 years of traffic management in some form, I don't make this recommendation lightly.

Letter: Some antidotes to despair

To the editor: Day 100 of the current administration is upon us. With that formidable reality, I rise each day struggling to choose hope over despair. You may be feeling similarly—daunted by …

Letter: Bike path debate a model of respectful engagement and discourse

To the editor: Thank you for Mike Rego’s comprehensive article on the bill that I sponsored seeking reconsideration of the “rules of the road” on Rhode Island bike paths. And thank …

Letter: On the paper's letters policy, and national politics

This paper’s decision, based on some opaque policy, to print letters to the editor on local issues only is their rightful business. This decision may rest on the belief that national …

Letter: Remember the ladies

To the editor: I am writing regarding the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act which just passed the US House and is headed for the US Senate. I urge you to contact all senators to demand …

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