Barrington School Committee candidates offer insight
Candidates for the Barrington School Committee are heading into the final fews days of the election season. There are five people — three Republicans and two Democrats — vying for the three seats. Following are brief bios for each of the school committee candidates running this year: Meaghan ‘Meg’ Ramsden – PARTY: Republican – FAMILY: [...]
Read More →Please vote yes on Question #3
To the editor: Rhode Island College is on the ballot this November as a referendum question, which will be listed below the candidates for political offices. Question #3 on the ballot — if approved — will provide $50 million in much-needed renovation-construction funds for three of the college’s aged buildings. By voting yes on this [...]
Read More →Mellor and Silva should be commended for no-show
To the editor: Warren Town Council candidates Brian Mellor and Richard Silva deserve much credit for refusing to attend the forum for town council candidates that was sponsored by the Rhode Island Voter Coalition. Behind the innocuously-named coalition lurks a sinister force called the Tea Party — a divisive political movement that represents the radical, [...]
Read More →The Witch With No Name is a perfect read for all ages
SlimCricket, an app developer for children, has recently released a new digital interactive book – The Witch with No Name. The Witch with No Name follows an unhappy witch who has lost her name. Of course this makes for a very upset which who does not treat her neighbors very well. With the help of [...]
Read More →About 140 without power in Barrington
About 140 National Grid customers in Barrington were without power as of 11:50 a.m. Wednesday, according to spokesman David Graves.
Read More →Warren Town Council hopefuls state their plans
The election is Tuesday, Nov. 6, and the eight candidates vying for five spots on the Warren Town Council were asked this week what one specific action (ordinance, policy, initiative etc) they plan to make if elected. Note that the answers are listed in the order they were received, from first to last: Richard Silva [...]
Read More →Barrington High School post-season schedule
Looking to cheer on the Eagles in this year’s post-season? The state playoff schedule kicks off this week with numerous Barrington High School games slated for play. Here is a rundown to help fans follow each team: FIELD HOCKEY: Thursday, Nov. 1. 3:30 p.m. at Barrington High School Saturday, Nov. 3. 6:30 p.m. at Cranston [...]
Read More →Tennis coach cares deeply about his team
To the editor: I’m a sophomore in high school, and this is my second year on the varsity tennis team, but I’ve known (coach) Eddy (Anelundi) for years because my sister was on the team before me. He’s sometimes tough on us, but that’s what you have to do to win. If you have a [...]
Read More →Vote Independent, for Warren’s sake
To the editor: At the recent Town Council candidates forum, candidates were asked if they believed there were two Warrens- the downtown/waterfront vs. the rest of Warren. Though all dismissed the idea as “myth” to be inclusive, it is undeniable that Warren is changing. And as perception is often reality- maybe there are indeed two [...]
Read More →Please support Question 3 for RIC
To the editor: I am a Barrington resident and an employee of Rhode Island College. I hope everyone in Barrington will review the information on Question 3, which will allow the college to renovate its two largest classroom buildings and provide a modest enhancement of facilities for the School of Nursing. These buildings are 50 [...]
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