Letter: How did the schools get this way? To the editor: I would like to encourage Barrington voters to VOTE NO on the proposed $250 million bond issue on the Nov. 7 ballot. Borrowing that amount of money in the current long term …more 10/31/23 |
Letter: Vote yes for school bond — the cost of inaction is too high To the editor: Last week, Scott Fuller referred to the school bond as a “shiny object,” presenting opinion as fact to sway people away from this overdue investment in our schools. …more 10/31/23 |
Barrington committee pushing for net-zero schools and town buildings A local committee is recommending the Town Council adopt net-zero building standards for all new construction and rehabilitation of town-owned buildings… and that includes Barrington Public …more By Josh Bickford|10/31/23 |
Letter: Symptom, but not the problem … I fervently urge the Town Council to task the Portsmouth Economic Development Committee (PEDC) to conduct a “revenue generation think tank” to generate some creative …more 10/31/23 |
Letter: Thanks for making Sowams Octoberfest a success To the editor: Sowams Elementary School is so thankful for the support of our community who made our Octoberfest on Saturday, Oct. 14 a huge success. Octoberfest is the largest fundraiser …more 10/31/23 |
What to do about the American problem of mass shootings STORY OF THE WEEK: The death of 18 people in a mass shooting this week in Maine – considered the safest state in the nation, based on FBI data (per WUSA9 TV) – shattered the belief that …more By Ian Donnis|10/31/23 |
‘British are Coming’ for orchestra concert The Chamber Orchestra of Barrington, conducted by Music Director Edward Markward, will present “The British Are Coming Plus A London Symphony” with Concertmaster Wendy Rios (pictured) as …more 10/31/23 |
A musical journey through autumn The Music@St. Michael’s Concert Series presents Seven Times Salt on Bonfire Night. “The Founder of the Feast: Harvest Time in Old England” features a mix of songs about Martinmas …more 10/31/23 |
NOAA releases updated report on endangered Right Whales NOAA Fisheries has released a comprehensive population viability analysis for North Atlantic right whales, along with 2023 population estimate. The analysis allows users to project how the total …more By Capt. Dave Monti|10/31/23 |
The ‘Do Nothing’ attitude about guns is sickening If I hear one more f*ckless politician express sympathy for gun victims after he/she voted against sensible gun regulation, I am going to barf. Take the recent hand-wringing by Maine’s U.S. …more By Arlene Violet, Esq.|10/31/23 |
Jimmy Buffet: An appreciation for a legend, and a last concert In early 1973, a young, venturesome troubadour named Jimmy Buffett signed a recording contract with ABC/Dunhill records. At that time, singer/songwriters were in vogue, and in high demand, being …more By Michael Khouri|10/31/23 |
Late-minute rally lifts East Providence past Central in boys' soccer playoffs EAST PROVIDENCE — There's leaving it late and then there's leaving it ridiculously late, but that's exactly what the East Providence High School boys' soccer team did in a 4-3 victory over …more By Mike Rego|10/30/23 |
Portsmouth blanks Cranston East in Homecoming game PORTSMOUTH —The Patriots varsity football team enjoyed a little home cooking on Saturday against Cranston East.more 10/30/23 |
Motorcyclist struck in Warren sustains serious injuries An accident on Metacom Avenue in Warren involving a motorcyclist and a car occurred on the evening of Thursday, Oct. 26, sending the rider of the motorcycle to the hospital with serious injuries.more 10/30/23 |
Warren knitters make record-high donation to variety of causes This year, the group of two dozen ladies who meet weekly at the Warren Senior Center knitted well over 1,700 hats, mittens, lap robes and scarfs for causes throughout the state.more By Manny Correira|10/30/23 |
Fuller Learning Center in East Providence thrives with abundant offerings EAST PROVIDENCE — If you've yet to experience it for yourself, the Fuller Creative Learning, at the site of the former Fuller Public Library on Dover Avenue in the Kent Heights section of the …more By Mike Rego|10/30/23 |
Tiverton student keeps teen’s memory alive Thomas Harrington was only 19 when he died this past May after a decade-long battle with Ewing Sarcoma. But in his final years, the Little Compton resident accomplished things many can only dream of …more By Ted Hayes|10/30/23 |
Barrington builds early lead, defeats Woonsocket, 42-14 The Barrington High School football team defeated Woonsocket 42-14 on Saturday, Oct. 28, and enters the Division II playoffs as one of the top seeds. The Eagles (6-0 in Division II-B) are …more 10/30/23 |
Barrington High School boys win Class B Championship The Barrington High School boys cross country team captured the Class B Championship at Ponaganset High School on Saturday afternoon, Oct. 28. The Eagles had three runners finish in the …more 10/30/23 |
BHS girls cross country team wins Class B Championship The Barrington High School girls cross country team, paced by two freshmen runners, won the Class B Championship at Ponaganset High School on Saturday afternoon, Oct. 28. Barrington …more 10/30/23 |
Westport girls soccer readies for playoffs Westport girls soccer readies for playoffs as they beat Southeastern 3-1, tie Diman 0-0. Photos and story by Richard W. Dionne, Jr. The Westport girls soccer team beat Southeastern …more Story and photos by Richard W. Dionne, Jr.|10/29/23 |
Townies trounce Titans in Division III girls' tennis quarters EAST PROVIDENCE — The stakes changed, but the results didn't for the East Providence High School girls' tennis team as the Townies rolled past Toll Gate in the quarterfinal round of the 2023 …more By Mike Rego|10/27/23 |
SouthCoast Wind to start geotechnical survey in Portsmouth PORTSMOUTH —A geotechnical survey for SouthCoast Wind is scheduled to begin here on Monday, Oct. 30. Geotechnical operations are planned for 13 test boring locations along Boyds Lane …more 10/27/23 |
Bay scallops return to Westport When Kerian Fennelly was a kid, Westport Point was an exciting place if you were interested in fishing. There were still lots of boats working out of the point and if you were young and wanted …more By Ted Hayes|10/27/23 |
Recalls, Withdrawals and Safety Alerts: Onions, pressure cookers and more At the end of each week, the law firm d’Oliveira & Associates compiles a summary of recalls, FDA warnings, market withdrawals and safety alerts that the public should be aware of for their …more 10/27/23 |
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