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Warren Times-Gazette - Wednesday, May 25, 2022

5/26/22

Mt. Hope junior pitcher Reily Amaral struck out 11 and allowed just three hits, a walk and four runs in seven innings of work.

Mt. Hope softball clinches division title

The Mt. Hope softball team clinched the Division II South title as they out slugged Portsmouth 8-4 during a home game on Tuesday afternoon. The Huskies are 16-0 in league play with one game … more

Story by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. | 5/25/22

Mt. Hope second baseman Parker Camelo slaps a tag on Rams baserunner Shea Caton for the second out of the seventh inning.

Jones strikes out five as Huskies edge LaSalle 1-0

Starting pitcher AJ Jones struck out five as the Mt. Hope baseball team edged La Salle 1-0 at Guiertas Field on Tuesday afternoon. The Huskies swept the two game series with the Rams and clinched … more

5/25/22

Principal Dr. Deborah DiBiase talks to the graduates of the Mt. Hope High School Class of 2021 last spring. “Dr. D,” as she’s commonly known, has been told that a majority of school committee members are not in favor of bringing her back next year.

Bristol Warren School Committee may not renew Dr. DiBiase's contract

Rhode Island's 2021 Principal of the Year recently learned that she does not currently have the support of a majority of the Bristol Warren School Committee to get a new contract this summer. more

By Ethan Hartley | 5/25/22

A rendering provided by applicant Matthew King to the Warren Town Council provides a glimpse of his vision for the former DB Mart on Main Street, which he hopes to transform into a spot for rotating food trucks and a static business serving other offerings from a to-go window.

Food venue proposed at former BD Mart in Warren

The application to transform the building was put forth by an existing Warren business owner — Matthew King, who owns and operates the Taco Box near the intersection of the bike path and Child Street. more

By Ethan Hartley | 5/24/22

Dr. Deb DiBiase speaks during a graduation ceremony at Mt. Hope High School.

Should Dr. Deb DiBiase be given a contract extension?

News has emerged that a 5-4 majority of the Bristol Warren School Committee is not in favor of extending the contract of Mt. Hope High School Principal Deb DiBiase. more

5/24/22

Should Warren bring back the Financial Town Meeting?

The Warren Charter Review Commission has put the ball in the court of the Town Council on whether or not to re-adopt the Financial Town Meeting as part of its budget process. more

5/24/22

Letters: Internal combustion engines aren’t the problem

To the editor: If Mr. Voutes (“Blown away by gas-powered lawn equipment” letter, May 19) seeks solitude and improved health by the elimination of internal combustion engines (ICE) he's … more

5/24/22

Op-ed: How will children grade us?

One in four households with children in Rhode Island are food insecure, meaning they struggle to afford adequate food. more

By Andrew Schiff | 5/20/22

Letter: The unborn aren’t a budgetary bargaining chip

To the editor: The Rhode Island Office of Management and Budget produced an analysis on March 24 claiming the state of RI could potentially save $5.4 million a year in taxpayer dollars if we allow … more

5/20/22

Letter: Please reconsider abortion bills

To the editor: From what I have seen over the years, there is no shame left in some of the hearts of the left. Do you still smile when you see a newborn baby? What a beautiful creation it is! Do you … more

5/20/22

Warren Fire Department Captain and former Warren Town Council member Chris Stanley was named one of the 54 James Madison Fellows for 2022.

Warren resident Chris Stanley among 2022 James Madison Memorial Fellows

The award is intended to recognize distinguished teachers, to strengthen their knowledge of the origins and development of American constitutional government. more

5/20/22

Warren PD: Many raccoon sightings and a very confused cat

Warren Police activity from May 9-16, 2022 more

5/20/22

Perky Nellissen and 8-month-old Ziti pose together at their Little Compton home. Nellissen and Ziti are both going through guide dog training for the first time.

Guide dog training – learning as they go

1 Perky Nellissen and 8-month-old Ziti pose together at their Little Compton home. Nellissen and Ziti are both going through guide dog training for the first time. 2 Perky Nellissen teaches … more

By Lucy Probert | 5/19/22

East Bay Homes - May 2022

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5/19/22

Warren Times-Gazette - Wednesday, May 18, 2022

5/19/22

Rock Singewald, President of the Warren Land Conservation Trust Board of Directors, points to areas of Haile Farm Preserve during a walk through the public trails in April.

Warren Land Conservation Trust at center of efforts to safeguard natural resources

Founded in 1987, the volunteer-run nonprofit organization strives to protect and preserve open space for the enjoyment of all, while advocating for measures to increase resiliency against the wide-reaching implications of manmade climate change and protect native species.  more

By Ethan Hartley | 5/18/22

Warren offering small business support services in June, July

Workshops will focus on growth planning, marketing and PR strategy and development, sales forecasting and planning, social media and email marketing, setting up Google My Business, guidance on optimizing or building websites and more. more

5/17/22

Jen and Jay Rainone enjoy a game of cornhole at the Bristol Warren Education Foundation’s first in-person fundraiser since 2019.

Bristol Warren Education Foundation hosts first fundraiser since 2019

The fundraiser shifted away from the spelling bee towards an “adult recess” theme, held at Hope & Main's parking lot in Warren. more

5/17/22

The Huskies storm teammate Aidan Ramaglia after his walk off hit scored two runs to lift Mt. Hope over East Providence 10-9 in the seventh inning.

Ramaglia’s walk off hit in seventh boosts Huskies nine over Townies, 10-9

The Huskies stormed outfielder Aidan Ramaglia who stood on second base after he hit a groundball base hit up the middle to score Matt Gale and Caleb DeCastro and give the Huskies an improbable 10-9 walk-off victory at Guiteras Field on Friday afternoon. more

Photos and story by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. | 5/16/22

Ashley Kalus’ media buy is a knockout

Since she is an unknown candidate in the gubernatorial race, Republican Ashley Kalus has commenced a media buy in order to get name recognition. One campaign ad shows her as a boxer (with … more

By Arlene Violet | 5/13/22

Letter: Opposed to taxpayer funding for abortion on demand

I am writing in strong opposition to taxpayer funding for abortion on demand in Rhode Island. There is a bill in the state legislature (S2549 and H7442) which will allocate your tax … more

5/13/22

Letter: Patience! Spring, and life, is returning

To the editor: It was such a long wet winter that the fields couldn’t be mowed until a few weeks ago. This did not please my beautiful pheasant and he fled next door where there was a nice … more

5/13/22

Kids are welcome to enjoy learning to row as well, provided they have a parent on hand.

Learn to Row Day set for June 4 in Warren

The Fourth Annual “Learn to Row Day” is going down at the Warren Town beach on Saturday, June 4 more

5/13/22

Warren PD: A late night welder and disruptive skateboarders

Warren Police activity from May 2 to May 8, 2022. more

5/13/22