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FRIDAY, JUNE 23, 2017

Bristol arrests: Shoplifting, domestic assault, disorderly conduct

The Bristol Police Department made the following arrests last week: Anthony Distefano, 26, of 17 Cherry Wood Drive, was charged with shoplifting at Stop & Shop on Metacom Avenue around 3:30 …

All charges against Tiverton lieutenant dismissed, except one

TIVERTON — Second District Court Judge Colleen Hastings dismissed all but one of 58 criminal misdemeanor charges against Tiverton Police Department Lieutenant Timothy Panell Thursday morning in a plea agreement filed with the court Thursday. On the remaining charge — Count 1, obtaining money under false pretenses — Lieutenant Panell was allowed to "maintain a plea of not guilty," said Lt. Panell's lawyer, Norman L. Landroche Jr., following the court proceeding.

Quahogger frees tangled turtle in upper bay

Rob Russo was quahogging near Ohio Ledge (roughly between Colt State Park and Warwick Neck) last Tuesday when he came upon a large sea turtle apparently tangled in a buoy line. He posted an …

Section of Pawtucket Avenue to close briefly for repaving

EAST PROVIDENCE — The Rhode Island Department of Transportation announced a temporary road closure of Pawtucket Avenue between Warren and Waterman Avenues for paving on Friday and Saturday, June 23 …

Off the Market: Homes sold in towns around East Bay

The following homes have changed hands recently in towns around the East Bay: Barrington 19 Oak Grove Ave — $409,000 29 Commonwealth Ave — $215,000 9 Fairview Circle — …

Opinion

Letter: Support for farm animal protection bill

To the editor: I’ve been a veterinarian for 10 years, and I take my duty to protect animals from cruelty very seriously. That’s why I’m proud to support House Bill 6023, …

More Local News

Police: Warren man had veritable arsenal of weapons

Warren police seized a large amount of weaponry and ammunition after getting a call about a man firing weapons last Thursday, June 15. Keith A. Raposa, 31, was charged with firing in the compact …

Barrington delays start of standards-based grading at BMS

Barrington school officials recently postponed the implementation of standards-based grading at the middle school level. Barrington administrators had planned to switch from the traditional …

View Purple Martins at Pic-Wil on Saturday

Mark your calendars for this Saturday, June 24, when the Barrington Land Conservation Trust holds a guided bird walk at the Pic-Wil Nature Preserve. Hosted by the Barrington Recreation …

Golf tournament to fund higher education

Thousands of dollars have benefitted dozens of students over the years, and the Michael J. Mercurio Scholarship Foundation Memorial Golf Tournament aims for more when golfers tee off in a couple …

Warren man pleads guilty to weapons charges

A Warren man pleaded guilty in federal court last week to being a felon in possession of a firearm. Andre T. Dupree, 26, of Warren (no address given by authorities) was arrested by Newport police …

Police Report

Missing Warren teen found unharmed

2 days ago

Warren police have located a Warren girl missing since late April. Deputy Warren Police Chief Joseph Loiselle said Maraysha Hicks, 16, was located earlier this week, though he would not give …

Predatory behavior by past Gordon School faculty under investigation

3 days ago

EAST PROVIDENCE — Alleged predatory behavior 40 years ago at one of the area's most prestigious preparatory schools has surfaced in recent weeks. The East Providence Police Department announced …

Barrington teens say man tried to lure them to his car

3 days ago

Barrington police said a man driving a gray Honda Accord tried to lure two local teenagers to his car early Thursday morning, June 15. According to the report, a white man with shoulder-length …

PORTSMOUTH POLICE REPORT

DUI arrests dominate latest Portsmouth Police report

3 days ago

Here are some highlights from the Portsmouth Police reports from over the past week: Tuesday, June 13 Police investigated a report of a car on fire in the area of West Main Road and Mail Coach …

Elaborate prank leads to police investigation in Barrington

3 days ago

A well-researched prank led to a police investigation in Barrington last week. A Water Way resident contacted police on Tuesday, June 13, after his adult son received a suspicious text message and …

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Business

House Hunt: Open houses in East Bay this weekend

The following open houses are scheduled in towns around the East Bay this weekend: Barrington 35 Appian Way — Saturday, June 17, 2-4 p.m. Waterfront, 5, 4, $1,449,000. Mott & Chace …

Obituaries

Leon Francis Dobridnia, 96, Bristol

Leon Francis Dobridnia, 96, of Fort Hill Road, passed away on June 20, 2017 at Grace Barker Manor. He was the husband of the late Rita (Corey) Dobridnia. Born in Lynn, Mass., he was the son of the …

James P. DeCastro, 63, Bristol

Naomi E. 'Betty' McManus, 75, of Acton, Mass.

Eleanor P. Simons, 92, Little Compton

Viola C. Marino, 92, Warren

Kathleen Palumbo, 73, Bristol

Sports

Barrington girl finishes 10th at track nationals

Barrington High School's Annika Kelly finished in 10th place in the girls hammer throw championship at the New Balance Nationals Outdoor at North Carolina A&T University on Sunday, June …

Photos: Andrade and company win 2017 CVS Health Charity Classic

Portsmouth’s McGuire again named Gatorade Player of the Year

Mt. Hope lacrosse player is All American

Tiverton Athletic Athletic Hall of Fame nominees sought

Opinion

Letter: Mr. Douglas should resign from appropriations

To the editor: I have been reading the letters about Mr. Douglas being on the COA being a conflict of interest. It is and he should resign. I say this with no malice. Senator Cindy Coyne, …

Speak-Out: ‘Suspicious’ characters, attention for soap box winner

Letter: Together, we can disarm hate

Letter: Votes should have taken place at polls, not high school gym

Letter: Mr. Fuller needs to shut down his attacks

Things to do

Classics featured Thursday at Fourth of July Concert Series

The Fourth of July Concert Series will feature the classics when it returns to Independence Park Thursday evening. From classical music to classic pop songs, there's something for all ages …

‘Behind Closed Doors’ uncovers Warren's hidden treasures

Local rock bands take the Independence Park stage Wednesday

Army Band kicks off Fourth of July Concert Series Tuesday

Allens Pond offers osprey experience