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Letter: I would love to see artificial turf on Victory Field

To the editor: I have been reading the recent articles in the Barrington Times on plans to install artificial turf on fields in town, and I would like to offer a high school athlete’s … more

12/14/21

Letter: Barrington has a problem

To the editor: All around Barrington there are signs expressing positive messages that many of us appreciate. Some of them say “Hate has no Home here.” Unfortunately, many recent … more

8/14/20

Letter: Last week's news report was wrong

To the editor: There was a small, terrifically ironic, news item in last week’s paper. It recounted 2.5 minutes of discussion at the Town Council’s November 4 meeting where Mike … more

11/19/19

Letter: Town troubled by racial overtones of altercation

The Town of Barrington is deeply troubled by the racial overtones of a recent physical altercation on Rumstick Drive. This type of behavior is abhorrent and should not be tolerated … more

8/14/20

Letter: The future of Barrington Schools is at risk

I am planning to vote for the school bond next week. In spite of our elementary and high school facilities, Barrington Schools are the envy of every community in the state. But … more

11/1/23

Letter: Washington Bridge fiasco has me wondering...what next?

Budget money has constantly been allocated to everything else, from digital security labs to soccer stadiums. Meanwhile critical infrastructure, like the 195 bridge, was shoddily inspected and shoddily repaired. Here is the result. more

1/25/24

Letter: Local Boy Scouts did a great job

To the editor: On Saturday, Nov. 2, a large grand group of Barrington Boy Scouts, their troop leaders and some of their parents packed the halls of Tap-In with armloads of non-perishable food … more

11/19/19

Letter: Urge your government to allow critical gun safety votes

To the editor: There are currently two pieces of legislation critical to our public safety which are making their way through our Rhode Island legislature. They would: 1) Ban of future sales of … more

4/27/23

Letter: Vote yes, Barrington needs to make upgrades

On Nov. 7, the voters of Barrington will be asked to approve a bond of up to $250 million dollars to make critical repairs and improvements to our schools. We should vote … more

11/1/23

Letter: Please support bill Senate Bill 586

To the editor: On Thursday, April 20 at 4 p.m., the State Senate will hear and consider an important piece of legislation. Senate Bill 586 “Mandates the RITBA to design a safety barrier or … more

4/17/23

Letter: Numbers tell the tale of our foundering economy

In the January 25, 2024 Shorelines Opinion Section, Mr. Clay Commons offers examples to show how well our economy is functioning and requests countering information. He explicitly states … more

2/14/24

Letter: Some progress on suicide prevention barriers – but not enough

In 2023, the next phase of suicide prevention barrier legislation is pending before the Senate (S586) and the House (H6002). A lot has happened since this odyssey began to install barriers on the … more

4/27/23

Letter: Resilience committee is overstepping its charge

Here is why the Town Council needs to say no to the proposal to ban your lawnmowers, leaf blowers and construction equipment. The Barrington Resilience and … more

11/2/23

Letter: Vote for an even better Barrington

To the editor: Barrington is an amazing town. Our neighborhoods are filled with people who are passionate about the community; our schools, our shores, parks and fields, our library, the … more

6/10/21

Rhode Island must address PFAS

By Reps. Terri Cortvriend and June Speakman They are in the coating of your nonstick frying pan. The wrapper of your favorite burger. The stain-resistant upholstery of your couch, and even the … more

6/10/22

Letter: We need your leaves

To the editor: Even with all the fall foliage dropping leaves all around us, the compost team at BFS (Barrington Farm School) is out of them. We have recently exhausted the stockpile … more

11/2/23

Letter: Please support affordable housing in Barrington

To the editor: This spring the Barrington Town Council voted to add a one-time appropriation of $500,000 to the town budget for affordable housing. The lack of affordable housing in town has … more

6/10/21

Letter: Mind your ethical speedometer, America

Automobile speedometers are not marked STOP or GO; nor are they marked SLOW or FAST. They have gradations — in MPH or KPH — from 0 to 150 or so. We use common sense, road … more

8/15/23

Letter: The U.S. Postal Service needs our support more than ever

President Donald J. Trump doesn’t want to lose his re-election. One of the ways he’s trying to stay in power is to try to impede the U.S. Postal Service in doing its job. According … more

9/3/20

Letter: Temple Habonim supports Black Lives Matter

To the editor: Based on your coverage of October's Black Lives Matter vigil (October 28, 2020), some of your readers may be under the mistaken impression that Barrington's Jewish community … more

11/13/20

Letters: Internal combustion engines aren’t the problem

To the editor: If Mr. Voutes (“Blown away by gas-powered lawn equipment” letter, May 19) seeks solitude and improved health by the elimination of internal combustion engines (ICE) he's … more

5/24/22

Letter: Pass bill that bans sale of new fur products

To the editor: This is a plea to Rhode Island state senators to take quick action in passing S2646, the bill to ban the sale of new fur products throughout the state. This bill … more

6/10/22

Letter: About Victory Day

To the editor: Victory Day, is celebrated in Rhode Island on the second Wednesday of August. It marks the surrender of Japan, ending World War II. To celebrate termination of humanity’s … more

8/3/23

Letter: Beware the risks of increased wireless radiation

With millions of Americans now working and learning at home, many of us are spending more and more time online. While the internet offers us many opportunities for communication, exploration and … more

4/2/20

Letter: Barrington educators are doing an incredible job

To the editor: Barrington is our hometown choice for many wonderful reasons; at the top of the list was the reputation for stellar education. We were so excited for Peter to start … more

12/3/20