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Barrington native Bobby Colantonio, a junior at the University of Alabama, raises his hands in the air after winning the weight throw at the NCAA Indoor Track National Championship meet.

It is the picture of perseverance. Bobby Colantonio. His arms outstretched above his head. His hands covered in blood and wrapped in athletic tape. His mouth creased into a smile. And … more

By Josh Bickford | 3/30/22

A photo of an early construction phase for the new Barrington Middle School. Barrington recently completed a two-day visioning session that will create a long-term educational vision for Barrington schools.

Barrington budget official turned away from school facilities meetings

The vice chair of the town’s Committee on Appropriations, the board tasked with reviewing the budgets each year, was denied entrance to a key school department meeting last month. Susie … more

By Josh Bickford | 6/30/22

Barrington Police: Drunk driver's car was missing a tire

Barrington Police charged Edward George Mullaney, 35, of Warwick, with DUI of liquor-blood alcohol concentration unknown-first offense on Sunday, July 3. An officer was driving in the area of … more

7/8/22

Barrington School Committee candidates (from left to right) Margaret Reid, TJ Peck, Frazier Bell, and Rudy Seber.

Ask the candidates: How can you help improve teacher morale?

Question: How can the School Committee positively impact teacher morale? Frazier Bell (I) — “I have heard over and over that teachers feel unheard. We need to listen to teacher … more

10/26/22

Teams compete in a previous year's soccer tournament in Barrington.

Survey sheds light on fields and recreation facilities in Barrington

Results from a recent survey about athletic fields and recreation facilities in Barrington fill more than 120 pages, but numerous town leaders are skeptical about whether those results are … more

By Josh Bickford | 3/15/23

The East Bay Community Development Corporation gets property tax discounts for its two affordable housing complexes in Barrington — Sweetbriar and Palmer Pointe. Barrington resident Janine Wolfe said corporate America is not paying workers enough and that is resulting in the housing problems.

At Barrington meeting, residents differ on need for affordable housing

Is there a lack of affordable housing in Barrington or have wages not kept pace? That debate surfaced during the Barrington Town Council meeting in September. Early in the meeting, Matthew … more

By Josh Bickford | 10/24/23

The annual pre-Thanksgiving bonfire at Barrington High School will be held on Monday night, Nov. 20.

Barrington High School bonfire is tonight, following Eagle Bowl

The entire community is invited to the annual pre-Thanksgiving bonfire at Barrington High School on Monday night, Nov. 20. The bonfire will be lit at about 6 p.m., shortly after the end of the … more

11/20/23

Portsmouth High’s Kyle Bielawa splits a pair of Barrington defenders to reach the hoop during Tuesday night’s Division I semifinal matchup. The Patriots advanced to the semis with an impressive 79-61 win.

Portsmouth stuns Barrington, 79-61, in D-1 quarterfinals

BARRINGTON — They kicked off into high gear and never looked back. The Portsmouth High School boys’ varsity basketball team rolled over Barrington in the Division I … more

2/28/24

Gov. Gina Raimondo talks about the new order requiring all employees in customer-facing businesses to wear face coverings.

Governor mandates face coverings for all ‘customer-facing’ businesses

Gov. Gina Raimondo’s daily press briefing included the announcement of a new executive order, to take effect this Saturday, April 18. It will require all “customer-facing” … more

By Christy Nadalin | 4/14/20

There is a plan to build an asphalt plant, similar to the one shown, in Seekonk, Mass., a short distance from Barrington.

Barrington’s options limited with proposed asphalt plant

Lawn signs sharing the message “Stop The Seekonk Asphalt Plant” are growing more common across Barrington, but according to the town’s solicitor, there is not too much local … more

By Josh Bickford | 3/8/21

Colby James is a husband and father first, a musician second, but he says he wouldn’t be completely happy if he wasn’t playing music.

Meet Colby James – Singer, songwriter, guitarist, do-gooder

What struck me about local singer, songwriter, guitarist Colby James, when I met him recently, was his unpretentious, warm, affable manner. Although it was the first time we’d met, he treated … more

By Michael Khouri | 7/29/22

Barrington officials consider changing the town seal

Changes could be coming for the town seal. Barrington Town Manager Phil Hervey said a survey will soon be posted to the town’s website, asking residents to share their ideas about what … more

By Josh Bickford | 11/30/22

Isis Murillo, Soren Hayward, Lilly Hayward, Spenser Lawrence and Alison Hayward (from left to right) race toward the water while participating in the "New Years Day Dip in the Bay" fundraiser, hosted by the Barrington Lion's Club.

New Year's Day plunge draws crowd to Barrington Beach

The first-ever New Year’s Day Dip in the Bay at Barrington Beach treated participants to a warmer-than-normal polar plunge on Sunday, Jan. 1. The temperature hovered near 50 when people … more

1/2/23

The River House is designed in five of what the architect calls “pavilions,” with three shown here. To the right is the master suite pavilion, with bedroom, bathroom and office nook. At center is the main living pavilion, home to the kitchen and main living space. At left, which is really the center of the house, is the library, which is just off the front foyer. Two more bedroom / bathroom pavilions are to the left, not shown.

Architectural marvel is a beacon of light

Jonathan Levi lives within his life’s work. His home, nestled along the east branch of the Westport River, is unlike any other. Besides being home to Levi and his wife, it is a physical … more

By Scott Pickering | 12/9/23

Reminder: Lane restrictions on Mt. Hope Bridge begin Monday

BRISTOL/PORTSMOUTH — The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA) today reminded motorists that scheduled lane restrictions on the Mt. Hope Bridge begin Monday, March 11. … more

3/7/24

A bus picks up Barrington students on the Wampanoag Trail last year. Members of the union who serve as drivers and monitors for the bus company voted recently to authorize a strike.

Barrington keeping an eye on school bus union negotiations

Barrington and East Providence public school officials are preparing for a potential strike by local school bus drivers and monitors. Members of the Teamsters Local 251 union who serve as bus … more

By Josh Bickford | 1/15/20

Barrington residents, angry letters and a forgotten lawn sign law

Was it racially motivated or politically motivated? During an interview on Wednesday, Jan. 27, Barrington Town Council member Jacob Brier pondered whether the letter sent to a handful of … more

By Josh Bickford | 2/1/21

Barrington's Mitchell Ivatts (4) and Chucky Potter (33) react after missing an opportunity to intercept a SK pass.

Mistakes and missed opportunities cost Eagles

For the second straight week, the Barrington High School football team allowed more 30 points to its opponent. But unlike last week’s victory, the Eagles’ offense failed to keep pace … more

By Josh Bickford | 10/10/22

Maddie Gill, shown in a recent regular season game, played a key role in the Eagles' victories in the Notre Dame Fairfield Holiday Tournament last week.

Eagles win twice in Connecticut basketball tournament

The Barrington High School girls basketball team went 2-0 in the Notre Dame Fairfield Holiday Tournament last week. The Eagles opened the tournament with a 50-45 win over defending … more

1/2/23

Members of the Barrington High School boys basketball team stand with teachers during a special event on Wednesday night, Jan. 11.

Barrington team thanks teachers, runs past Skippers

The Barrington High School boys basketball team treated the home crowd to a double-digit victory over North Kingstown, 81-46, on Wednesday night, Jan. 11. Members of the varsity team also took … more

1/12/23

Crews prep the area near the intersection of Lincoln Avenue and Middle Highway for a new turning lane.

State clears the way for new turning lane near Barrington Middle School

The state recently broke ground on a new road construction project near Barrington Middle School. A spokesman for the state Department of Transportation said the plan is to add a turning lane on … more

By Josh Bickford | 6/1/23

Haven Box, a nonprofit that provides comfort boxes to survivors of sexual violence, was the beneficiary of the 100 Women Who Care Rhode Island’s fall event.

Networking with a mission

When you put a hundred driven, selfless, passionate women in the same room, good things happen. This was certainly the case earlier this month, when 100 Women Who Care Rhode Island hosted their … more

By Julia Stearly | 1/12/24

Barrington Police Chief Michael Correia is riding in this year’s Policy Unity Tour. The ride will cover approximately 300 miles in four days.

Barrington Police Chief will ride 300 miles in four days

Barrington Police Chief Michael Correia will ride in this year’s Police Unity Tour, an event that raises awareness about law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty and also … more

3/7/24

Adele Carlson (left) and her husband Gerald (right) present Barrington Superintendent of Schools Michael Messore with one of the air purifiers. The Carlsons donated 10 air purifier units to the school department recently.

Barrington school supporters donate the gift of clean air

Adele Carlson had been trying to think of some way to give back to the community. She grew up in town and attended the local schools, and both her daughters did the same. Now her three … more

By Josh Bickford | 9/24/20

Barrington’s Karen Rasnick (right) and her daughter Rachel display the Autism Awareness flag in front of their home last week. Mrs. Rasnick is requesting that the town fly the Autism Awareness flag from the town hall flagpole.

Barrington residents’ request: Will you fly our flags?

Karen Rasnick said she is not a political person. But after attending the Feb. 1 online town council meeting, the longtime Barrington resident grew very concerned with the ongoing flag issue in … more

By Josh Bickford | 2/24/21