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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
The author (second from left) and others caught this 11-foot thresher shark southeast of Newport, within sight of land, back in September. Anglers are seeing obvious changes in the local fishery, with cold-water fish like lobster and winter flounder migrating north, and warm-water bait fish like squid and mackerel moving in, attracting more sharks and tuna than ever before.
Op-Ed: We need climate-ready fisheries now
In Rhode Island, fisheries play a huge role in our economy and our way of life, but lately, we are seeing some concerning trends in our local fisheries. Anglers are experiencing climate impacts on … more
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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
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
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
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
Witness a shifting of the tectonic plates in R.I. politics
STORY OF THE WEEK: Every now and then, the tectonic plates of Rhode Island politics shift, as campaign season fades and a fresh batch of leaders takes on new roles. We’re seeing that to some … more
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The race for CD1 is beginning to get more combative
STORY OF THE WEEK: With a little more than three weeks until the Sept. 5 primary in Rhode Island’s 1st Congressional District, the race has entered a more combative phase. A case in point was a … more
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Sen. Reed on world conflicts, national politics and the growth of Gina
STORY OF THE WEEK: In 1997, when Jack Reed first joined the U.S. Senate, the Cold War had ended and 9/11 had not yet happened. A quarter-century later, the world is a very different place, with a … more
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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
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
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
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
Crews from the Barrington Department of Public Works, RI DOT, and various tree contractors were busy cleaning up after a fast-moving storm swept through Barrington on Tuesday, Aug. 4. The storm knocked out power to thousands of residents and blocked roadways with downed trees and limbs. Pictured, Rhode Island Department of Transportation backhoe operator Tony Calci and his assistant lift a large section of fallen tree that had been blocking Sowams Road.
Editorial: A good response to a bad storm
We have been quick to criticize National Grid's response to power outages during prior storms. So it is only fair that we praise the company's effort last week. The tropical storm — it had … more
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
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
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
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
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
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
Letter: Barrington Town Manager should be held accountable
To the editor: Barrington’s Town Manager, Jim Cunha, should be held accountable.  Last week, this newspaper reported that our former tax assessor, Michael Minardi, while on his … more
Progressives continue taking small bites in the General Assembly
STORY OF THE WEEK: The General Assembly’s steady march in a more progressive direction over recent election cycles brings to mind a metaphor – how do you eat an elephant? One bite at a … more
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Editorial: Goodbye, Bristol County water supply
The Providence Water Supply Board wants to raise water rates 20 percent. The Bristol County Water Authority wants to end a century-old contract for water. Are they related? Yes. Does anyone care? Not … more
Letter: Gorbea should consider running for governor
To the editor: I am finally able to take an easy breath now that it appears that our American democracy can once again achieve a peaceful transition of our presidency. For many months, up to and … more
Editorial: No more snow days :(
Cursed 2020 has taken so much already (freedoms, joy, travel, livelihoods, not to mention precious lives) … did it need to take away the beloved snow day, too? When Rhode Island acted … more
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