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This comic ran in the Warren and Barrington Gazette, poking fun at an event that seemingly caused quite a bit of friction between the Bristol and Warren baseball clubs. The Bristol team accused the Warren team of trying to snake an invitation from the Boston Red Sox that was intended for their club, which the Warren club responded to in force.
The day the Red Sox (almost) came to town
100 years ago, a spat developed between Bristol and Warren ball clubs over hosting famed team. more
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The Patriarca family, consisting of grandparents Anthony and Mary, mother Cassie, father Michael, and children, Brady and Mia, standing in front of the disputed area that, on paper, is their property, but has been challenged by their neighbor.
Warren property dispute involves state senator, possible adverse possession
The Patriarca family thought they had meticulously planned for what would become their forever home, but a property line dispute with their neighbor, state senator Walter Felag Jr., has their plans in limbo. more
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The Mt. Hope Bridge is one of four bridges that the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority will begin examining through a feasibility study to determine whether a physical suicide barrier could possibly be implemented.
Bridge barrier study expected to take 18 months
According to the projected timeline, the study will begin in October and continue for a year and a half, resulting in a final report by Feb. 28, 2024. more
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Submissions still welcome for Warren Walkabout poster contest
The winning designer will receive a $300 cash prize and the honors of having their design used in promotional materials for the Warren Walkabouts more
Warren Athletic Hall of Fame Committee chairperson Martha Delekta is delighted that there will be an induction banquet this year.
Warren Athletic Hall of Fame banquet returns Oct. 7
The Warren Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Banquet will be held on Friday, Oct. 7, at White’s of Westport, beginning at 5 p.m. more
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Warren Youth Soccer Association coach Toby Moran (center) is flanked by Emily, Philip and Matthew Moran. Toby, a Stage 4 lymphoma cancer survivor and bone marrow transplant recipient, enjoys coaching children in the sport he loves best.
'Every day is a blessing for me'
Many parents might make some variation of the claim that the birth of their children “saved their lives,” but in Toby Moran’s case, it’s just a fact. more
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A screen grab from a promotional video for the app shows how residents will be able to log various issues with town officials and receive updates on when those requests are carried out.
Warren purchases apps to improve communication with residents
The products, offered by GOGov, include their Citizen Notification and Citizen Request Manager (CRM) products, and come with a price tag of $11,520 annually. more
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WHAT IT WILL BE: A rendering from Addaspace shows the structures that have been approved (with conditions) to be erected at Burr’s Hill Park, near the band shell. They include a concessions stand (left), a structure with three bathrooms (bottom), and a unit that would be used for office and storage space for the Parks and Recreation Department (top right).
Revised Burr's Hill facility approved by Warren Town Council
The Warren Town Council voted 4-1 last week to approve a revised design for a multi-building recreational facility near the band shell at Burr’s Hill Park. more
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Warren becomes first in RI to ban public consumption of marijuana
Warren has become the first municipality in Rhode Island to codify a local ordinance outlawing the public consumption of recreational marijuana. more
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A screenshot of Mayflower Wind’s new virtual exhibition room.
Mayflower Wind launches virtual exhibition room
PORTSMOUTH — Mayflower Wind, the developer of an offshore wind energy lease area located off the coast of Massachusetts that could impact the East Bay and South Coast area, has launched a … more
Illustration provided by Mayflower Wind shows how proposed cables would make landfall in Portsmouth at Island Park Beach, follow Boyds Lane underground to Anthony Road, and then take one of three as-yet-undetermined routes before transitioning back to offshore in Mt. Hope Bay. The cables would eventually make it to the regional transmission system at Brayton Point in Somerset.
Portsmouth: Mayflower Wind reps grilled about cable route
PORTSMOUTH — During an informational meeting before the Town Council Tuesday night, Mayflower Wind representatives were peppered with questions about the route of a proposed cable that … more
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Vic Bullard has an array of musical talents, but singing carried them to an All-National vocal ensemble.
Mt. Hope student has a national-level voice
Mt. Hope High School junior Vic Bullard is joining the finest of the nation’s music students as one of only 15 Rhode Islanders chosen to participate in the National Association for Music … more
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Last year’s Warren Folks Festival brought out hundreds to Cutler Mill to enjoy music, local food, and peruse wares from local craft artisans.
Warren's Folks Fest 2022 looks to be biggest yet
Between the free admission, the wide variety of live music, over 40 local art vendors with plenty to browse, and a selection of food and beverage choices that would make any Providence elitist stop … more
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With over an acre of land and sitting overlooking Mt. Hope Bay, this five-bedroom-home is the highest selling home in Warren since 2006. It sold for $1.89 million.
Touisset home sale is highest in Warren in 16 years
Residential Properties Ltd. recently announced the sale of 10 Stonegate Road in Warren for $1,895,000. RPL Sales Associate Alicia Reynolds represented the seller as the listing agent in this … more
Marissa Ferris stands among the top deck of The Wharf, which she acquired with her husband four years ago. The stunning vista earned her the accolade of Best Outdoor Dining spot in the East Bay, and their improvements to the restaurant earned them the Best Restaurant in the East Bay award among much competition.
Warren shines among RI’s 'Best'
If Warren is the smallest town in the smallest county in the smallest state in the nation, then it has some of the most talented people, beloved businesses and sought after products per capita … more
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Pokanoket Sachem Chief Tracey Dancing Star Brown performs a blanket dance with other women of the tribe during Pokanoket Heritage Day at Burr’s Hill Park on Sunday. The event featured Native American singing, dancing, drumming, storytelling, presentations and displays on Pokanoket history and culture. 
A celebration of the Pokanokets at Burr’s Hill
Burr’s Hill Park in Warren was the site for a Pokanoket Heritage Day on Sunday, Aug. 7. The event featured Native American singing, dancing, drumming, storytelling, presentations and displays … more
The farmers’ markets take place at St. John’s Church, across from the Barrington Shopping Center.
Final Barrington farmers market of season is Thursday
The Barrington Business and Community Association will host its final farmers market of the season on Thursday, Aug. 11. The event will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. at St. John’s church, across … more
Nancy Wildes, Governor of Mayflower Descendants of RI, Ray Battcher historian for the Mayflower Descendants, Lee "Braveheart" Edmonds, Harry "Hawk" Edmonds, Sachem Dancing Star and Sagamore Po Wauipi Neimpaug pose with the new bench that was donated to them by the Mayflower Descendents of RI.
Pokanokets receive commemorative bench at Burr's Hill
The bench is located near the Pokanoket memorial in Burr’s Hill Park, and is dedicated to the memory of Massasoit Ousamequin. more
Morgan Briere of Tiverton will be a freshman in the all-virtual Rhode Island Connections Academy this fall.
Some students choose virtual school over traditional
Tracey McGee-Moreira, an educator for 34 years, points to March 13, 2020, as the day the entire landscape of education changed. It was, to her way of thinking, the true start of the pandemic, when … more
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To keep vegetable gardens healthy during a drought, mulching helps lock in moisture.
How to keep your garden up in the middle of a drought
For backyard gardeners, mild droughts and water ban restrictions common during the summer months can be a cause for concern. Kate Venturini Hardesty, a program administrator and educator with the … more
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The full roster includes: Players — Ben Campbell; Tommy Carroll; Jackson Case; Lucas Coelho; Preston DeSouza; John Dipietro; Jayden Larisa; Finn Lawless; Caden McLaughlin; Wyatt Smith; Kyle Surkont; Mylo Vail; Caleb Walsh; Manager — David Vermilyea; Coaches — Keith Surkont; Steve Walsh; David Campbell.
Bristol Warren 10U falls in state tourney after taking district title
After an 8-4 conquering of Rumford delivered the Bristol Warren 10U Little League team a District 2 title and a trip to the state tournament, their story ended last week when the lost in the semi-final round to Cumberland by a score of 2-12. more
Senator Reed announces possible $2.2 million for Warren PD expansion
A $2.2 million earmark in next year's federal budget could potentially enable a comprehensive renovation and expansion of the Warren Police Department. more
Mayflower Wind map shows what route the cables for its proposed wind turbine project would traverse Portsmouth.
More concerns raised over Mayflower Wind project
PORTSMOUTH — A major wind developer’s plan to lay a 20-mile-long stretch of mostly underwater cables that would also traverse protected land in Portsmouth is attracting increased scrutiny … more
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The Balasco Strong Foundation was formed in honor of the late Steve Balaso, who passed away following a diagnosis with Covid-19 in late 2021. The ‘B’ in the logo is Steve’s handwriting.
Balasco Strong Foundation strives to continue Steve's charitable legacy
Michaela Balasco, Steve’s wife, is in the final stages of forming the Balasco Strong Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit which will be used as a fundraising vehicle for various local causes. more
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Senator Reed joined Marcia and Julie Blount to bring news of a federal grant that will go towards the purchase of a hydraulic lift unit and other manufacturing equipment to further bolster the company’s operational efficiency.
Blount Boats gets large federal grant for new equipment
Senator Jack Reed visited Blount Boats, Inc. on Friday to announce the award of a federal grant worth $937,933, which will be used to purchase a new hydraulic boat lift that will further bolster the shipbuilder’s capabilities and efficiency. more
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