FRIDAY, MAY 10, 2024

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New path forward for an old rail line

It’s a dream local cycling enthusiasts have nurtured for more than two decades — the creation of a safe, recreational pedestrian and bike pathway that would connect the Sakonnet River …

Warren PD: Loose cows, DUIs, and a stolen motorcycle

Police made five arrests and dealt with multiple instances of loose livestock between April 29 and May 6, 2024. Read More

Barrington’s next Superintendent of Schools is from Massachusetts

The national search for Barrington’s next superintendent ended in Weymouth, Mass. On Thursday afternoon, Barrington … Read More

Barrington Beach non-resident parking passes will cost more this summer

It will cost out-of-towners a little bit more to park at Barrington Beach this summer. At their meeting on Monday night, May 6, … Read More

New annex playground coming soon to Westport

With grants and donations in hand, members of the Westport Recreation Department will soon install a modern, nautical-themed … Read More

Little Compton considers changes to Ag Trust funding

The Little Compton Budget Committee is recommending Financial Town Meeting approval of a plan that would change the town's tax … Read More

For this Bristolian, lending a helping hand just comes naturally

"We pay our taxes and we expect everybody to fix everything for us, but there's nothing saying that we all can't contribute," Paul … Read More

Things To Do ...

A celebration of local museums is coming soon to Warren

Historic Warren, a collaborative of Warren’s museum and historical agencies, will celebrate Museum Day on Saturday, May 18, from 12 to 4 p.m. Local museums will open their doors to the public for exhibits, tours, and demonstrations.

A chance to learn more about Bristol's historic Black neighborhood

New Goree began to be developed around 1805, and was populated with a sizable quantity of free Black citizens. More is being uncovered about this area, and a local group wants to share their discoveries.

Bristol Garden Club's Plant Sale is this weekend

The annual Bristol Garden Club Plant Sale will be held at Mount Hope Farm from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, May 11.

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If you can't stand the heat ... Don't renovate the kitchen

After months of shopping, four offers that were rejected, and one inspection that uncovered excessive repairs, my clients won the negotiation on a house they loved. Huzzah! A few weeks …

If you drive a car, I’ll tax the street; If you try to sit, I’ll tax your seat. I’m the taxman!

Capital Gains. This is a topic I cover in depth with sellers every day. I promise to break it down in a way that’s easy to understand here. Let’s say you’ve owned your home for …

The must be, 50 Ways To Lose Your ... Deposit

After months of shopping, four offers that were rejected, and one inspection that uncovered excessive repairs, my clients won the negotiation on a house they loved. Huzzah! A few weeks …

Recalls, withdrawals and safety alerts: Youth helmets, taco kits 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 …

Obituaries

Stewart Marquis Stewart Arnold Marquis, beloved husband, brother, uncle and cherished friend passed away peacefully at his home in Tiverton on April 25, 2024. Sheila, his devoted wife of 27 years, was by his side. Fo

John Schultz Bristol|John E. Schultz, DPCM(SW) of Bristol, RI passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2024. A son of the late Charles and Thora (French) Schultz and the beloved husband of Carolyn (Lynn Recupero) Schultz, Jo

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Sports

East Providence splits a pair of Division III girls' lacrosse games The East Providence High School girls' lacrosse club closed last hovering at and around the .500 mark in the Division III standings following a split of two league games, a 15-9 loss to visiting Narragansett on Tuesday, …

Townies vex Villa Novans in Division II baseball The East Providence High School baseball team upped its most recent win streak to three after the Townies outlasted host Woonsocket 11-5 in a wild Division II outing played Tuesday, May 7. EP dropped …

Portsmouth outslugs, outscores Barrington in softball The Barrington High School softball team allowed five runs in the third inning and four more in the fourth and lost to Portsmouth, 11-1, on Tuesday, May 7. The Eagles took a 1-0 lead …

BMS students cheer on classmates during Unified Basketball game High-fives, hoops, and happiness. Late last month, Barrington Middle School hosted a Unified Basketball game that featured plenty of excitement and lots of reasons to celebrate. …

Opinion

Letter: It was a porta-potty-party on Aaron Avenue

Every now and then, the excuses to party can get a bit outlandish. In this case, I suspect calling this recent celebration a bit “outhouse-lish”.

Letter: First Community Connections Resource Fair a success

The response from the Bristol community was wonderful and the connections with local resources volunteering their time was outstanding.

Letter: Worried about the dangers of child’s jewelry

To the editor: While many in the town were focused on the recent inexcusable beating of a Barrington student by his peers, what caught my eye was the police report of a woman who claimed the …

Letter: Help us ‘Stamp Out Hunger’ on May 11

It's that time of year when you can make a difference for the less fortunate.

Letter: Thoughts on discussing, and preventing, suicide

Asking for help does not mean that you are weak – it is a sign of your strength.

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