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Barrington's Shaye Robinson dismounts from the uneven bars while competing at the State Gymnastics meet, Saturday.

Barrington freshman is second at gymnastics states

A freshman at Barrington High School nearly brought home the all-around title at the Rhode Island State Gymnastics meet on Saturday. Shaye Robinson recorded the top score on beam and finished … more

2/25/20

Barrington hosting community flu shot clinic on Saturday

The Rhode Island Department of Health will hold a community flu shot clinic on Saturday, March 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Barrington Public Library. Barrington Town Manager Jim Cunha … more

3/6/20

Pictured is a sketch of the proposed Starbucks restaurant.

Barrington Planning Board denies Starbucks plan

Members of the Barrington Planning Board support the development of a new Starbucks restaurant in town, but not if it includes a drive-through lane. During their March meeting, members of the … more

5/28/20

Gov. Raimondo: 'Pause' extended to Dec. 20

Rhode Island’s ‘pause’ has been extended another week, expiring now on Dec. 20, Gov. Gina Raimondo announced during her COVID-19 briefing Thursday afternoon. Originally, those … more

By Kristen Ray | 12/10/20

Kate Robertson, Ava Kovolyan, and Tess Gagliano (from left to right) race a Wheeler opponent to a loose ball.

Barrington wins, will play in state championship game on Sunday

The Barrington High School girls lacrosse team punched its ticket to the Division I State Finals by defeating Lincoln School 14-9 in the semifinals on Thursday, June 17. The Eagles will play … more

6/18/21

A photo of an early construction phase for the new Barrington Middle School. Barrington officials are currently recruiting a visioning team that will create a “long-term educational vision for our schools."

Barrington building a visioning team for public schools

Barrington Public Schools are recruiting members for the district’s “visioning team.” According to a recent email from the district, the visioning team will assist with the … more

4/22/22

Father Angelo Caruso shares a benediction during the Barrington UVC-organized Memorial Day event at Victory Gate last year. The BUVC will again hold a Memorial Day ceremony at Victory Gate this year.

Veterans council holding its own Memorial Day ceremony

There will be two Memorial Day ceremonies held at Victory Gate on Monday, May 30. The first, held by the Barrington United Veterans Council, will begin at 8 a.m. The second, set for 9 a.m., will … more

4/29/22

Fireworks will light up the East Bay sky this holiday weekend

There are four planned fireworks shows taking place this Sunday and Monday, July 3 and 4, in the East Bay region. Bristol The Bristol Fourth of July Fireworks Display is scheduled for Sunday, … more

6/30/22

This snapshot of a Barrington shoreline shows the variety of activities that can take place on any given day between the water line and private property lines of waterfront estates — swimming, sunbathing, clamming, walking, etc. Advocates want to clearly establish in Rhode Island law that these rights extend from the high tide line to another six feet landward along all coastal shorelines.

Shoreline advocates see both victory and defeat

June 2 was a day of celebration for advocates working to clarify the public’s rights to walk, fish, swim and visit the shorelines of Rhode Island. That was the day the Rhode Island House of … more

By Scott Pickering | 7/7/22

Local candidates for general assembly seats (top row, from left to right) Sam Read (House, District 66), Jason Knight (House, District 67), Pam Lauria (Senate, District 32) and (bottom row) Jennifer Boylan (House, District 66), Scott Fuller (House, District 67) and Rhonda Holmes (Senate, District 32).

Ask the candidates: How will you help local businesses?

Question: List two ways East Bay legislators can help local businesses. District 32, Senate Rhonda Holmes (R) — “Taxation and regulation. The General Assembly missed many … more

9/21/22

Portsmouth High shortstop Megan Malone takes a throw from first baseman Kaelyn Mahoney on a grounder to first to force out a Barrington baserunner last Thursday, April 20.

Portsmouth shuts out Barrington in softball, 11-0

BARRINGTON — The Portsmouth Patriots varsity softball team notched its first win of the season in impressive fashion last week, routing Barrington on the road, 11-0. Portsmouth scored three … more

4/25/23

Barrington's Ethan Knight (center) clears a hurdle in the 110-meter hurdles event at the state track championship. Knight finished fifth at the New England Track and Field Championships.

BHS athletes compete at New England Track Championships

Three members of the Barrington High School girls track team placed in their respective events at the New England Track and Field Championships in Bangor, Maine last weekend. Eva Garofano … more

6/14/23

Barrington resident Quincy Burke stands beside the accessible path he built at Barrington Beach as part of his Eagle Scout Project.

Eagle Scout Project brings accessible path to beach

An Eagle Scout Project has made Barrington Beach more accessible for people. The project, completed by Barrington resident Quincy Burke, involved constructing an accessible path at the … more

7/24/23

Before going on to win, members of the BMS Girls Varsity team Abby Glass, Caitie Wilbur, Garly Gill, Molly Reagan, Charlotte Farrell, Annabelle Meech and Gracie Gaines (from left to right) pose for a photo.

Barrington Middle School teams sweep Eastern Division titles

The Barrington Middle School cross country teams are Eastern Division champs. Both teams finished first during the Eastern Divisional Championship meet at Glen Park in Portsmouth on Wednesday, … more

10/12/23

Barrington's Matt Raffa gets ready to drive to the basket during Monday night's game against Central. The Eagles won, 88-56.

Barrington builds early lead and cruises to victory

The Barrington High School boys basketball team hit six three-pointers in the first quarter, jumped out to a 22-7 lead and never looked back on its way to an 88-56 victory over Central High School in … more

12/20/23

Officials are aware of some rental properties in town, such as Barrington Beach Mansion, but are hoping to create a more complete town-wide registry of short-term rentals.

Barrington council calls for rental property registry

The large home on Lorraine Street overlooks Barrington Beach and offers 14 guest rooms. It has a sprawling front porch, a patio and a heated pool that are perfect for entertaining. The home is … more

By Josh Bickford | 11/15/19

The Barrington High School girls basketball team will play in the Division I semifinals. The Eagles had been scheduled to play against St. Raphael's, but that team withdrew from the tournament recently.

St. Raphael's withdraws from basketball tournament, Eagles advance

The Barrington High School girls basketball team will play in the Division I semifinals on Sunday, March 8, after the St. Raphael's team withdrew from the tournament. Tenth-seeded Barrington had … more

3/6/20

This is all that remains of an Audi SUV involved in a single-vehicle crash on Washington Road in Barrington early Tuesday morning, June 30.

Barrington Police charge driver involved in crash

Barrington police charged Drew Vatter, 18, of Barrington, with reckless driving on Thursday, July 9. Mr. Vatter was the driver of the Audi SUV that crashed on Washington Road on Tuesday, June … more

7/15/20

In years past, Barrington's Republican and Democratic town committees held an agreement banning the use of political lawn signs. That agreement fell by the side of the road a few years ago.

Political agreement buried, along with plenty of lawn signs

For years, the two major political parties in town had an agreement banning the use of political lawn signs. So while residents in other towns covered their yards with colorful signs, folks in … more

By Josh Bickford | 10/21/20

Money from the Spencer Trust helps cover some of the costs for Barrington's annual Day of Caring.

Half of Spencer Trust budget used for management

A local official is questioning whether the town should be spending about half of its annual Spencer Trust budget on administrative costs. Jacob Brier, a member of the town council, said during … more

By Josh Bickford | 1/30/21

The Townies' Grant Wosencroft smashes a winner over the net May 5.

Gallery: EPHS boys' volleyball vs. Barrington

EAST PROVIDENCE — Among the recent run of successes for the East Providence High School boys' volleyball team was a victory over neighboring Barrington in a Division II match last Thursday … more

5/11/22

The Barrington Pop Warner Junior Varsity cheer team finished second at regionals and will compete at nationals on Dec. 4.

Barrington Pop Warner cheer team qualifies for nationals

Barrington Pop Warner Junior Varsity cheerleaders placed second at the New England Regional competition and will compete at Pop Warner Nationals. The 2023 Pop Warner National Cheer & Dance … more

11/17/23

A group of Barrington children assembled care packs for homeless veterans recently. Barrington's Tinsley Kampmier-Williamson, who founded a charity called The Care Pack Project RI, organized the care pack assembly event.

Kids who care — youngsters assemble packs for homeless veterans

Many hands make light work. That was the case at Tinsley Kampmier-Williamson's home late last month, when more than a dozen Barrington children helped assemble care packages that will be … more

By Josh Bickford | 11/12/19

The four candidates for Barrington Town Council pose for a photo outside Barrington Town Hall. They are (from left to right) Rob Humm, John Alessandro, Annelise Conway and Carl Kustell.

Meet the town council contenders

The candidates for Barrington Town Council are focused on a variety of issues and priorities, ranging from repairing the East Bay Bike Path to ensuring that Barrington remains accessible to people of … more

By Josh Bickford | 9/23/20

Seven new restrictions to go into effect on Sunday

Seven new restrictions will go into effect this Sunday, Gov. Gina Raimondo announced during her COVID-19 briefing Thursday afternoon. Starting Nov. 8, the following regulations will be in effect … more

By Kristen Ray | 11/5/20