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Letter: Services provided by Benjamin Church deserve continued support

To the editor: It is my understanding that there is a proposal under consideration to convert the Walley School into a Senior Center at a great cost to the citizens. Seniors may also be impacted if … more

6/9/22

Letter: Hunting will not solve Bristol’s deer problem

Ask the non-hunters from Prudence Island, Block Island, S. Kingstown, Burrillville, etc., if it solved the problem of overpopulation of deer. The answer is a resounding no. more

11/9/23

Letter: These days, the Presidential failings are magnified

I have been saying for several years that we — America — are in trouble because we seem unable to do well even the most fundamental things, such as maintain adequate streets, roads, and … more

4/8/20

Letter: Keep the bike path away from our historic neighborhoods

Rhode Island designated High Street as one of the state’s Scenic Roadways. The Town’s 2016 Comprehensive Plan vision was to retain Bristol’s small town character and natural beauty. … more

2/4/21

Letter: Port marker project would present resilient history of the enslaved

To the editor: Upon reading the letter to the editor from Mr. Manny Manezes, published on March 24, it became clear to me that there is an opportunity for education in regard to the Middle Passage … more

3/30/22

Letter: Urge councilors to reject ‘ideological litter’ in our town

To the editor: The Phoenix (March 10) quotes Descendant Voices in Action Chairman Isaac Gilliard’s support for the unwanted port marker, “so we [people of color] can talk about … more

6/9/22

Letter: 'Time of Beauty' as summer carries on

I am sure you have noticed how an ordinary looking teenager suddenly changes into someone you want to look at again and again. I call it their time of beauty and that is what is happening in the Back … more

8/11/22

Letter: A story about Aidan Graham

To the editor: I want to share my story about Aidan Graham, who played a pivotal role in bringing joy to our community during challenging times. Five years ago, Aidan's retail space, located at … more

3/23/23

Letter: Cement does not absorb stormwater

I am writing to express my concerns about the proposal to build a Mainstay Extended Stay/Sleep Inn on Gooding Avenue. The developer has filled out a DEM Wetland Application … more

9/7/23

Letter: Successful Lock Box program is available to help seniors

The Lock Box Program has been a great success in our community. I wanted to reach out and share this free program with others who may benefit from it. Police, fire and rescue personnel … more

12/11/19

Letter: ‘Parent rebates’ editorial makes no sense at all

Last week’s editorial makes the strange suggestion that because the schools are closed now, the Town should rebate the equivalent cost of running these schools to the parents of the students. … more

4/9/20

Letter: Today’s liberals aren’t the liberals I once knew

Mike Proto’s recent letter congratulating the “Conservatives’ ” win in the recent election used the term “liberals” to describe the alternative to … more

1/8/21

Letter: Bike plan can be an attraction for our community

As stated in the Town’s approved Comprehensive Plan, creating safe bicycle connections and sidewalks is a priority of the Town. Thanks to Rhode Island voters approving a Green Economy Bond, … more

2/4/21

Letter: We all share responsibility in gun policies

In early February you published an article about the rise of gun ownership in Rhode Island, the potential dangers associated with this rise and the upcoming gun safety legislation being proposed at … more

3/11/21

Letter: Please don’t “pencil out” Bristol affordable housing

To the editor: In 2015, San Francisco developers made a “water grab” for one of the finest venues for children, youth, and adult recreational sailing and educational programs on the west … more

6/9/22

Letter: We are spending more and getting less in our schools

To the editor: I found myself feeling sorry for Bill Bullard after reading his letter to the editor in last week’s Phoenix. First, he failed to note that he is married to Sarah Bullard, a … more

7/20/22

Letter: Discourse falls aside as name-calling and polarity reigns

September of 2016 was when Hilary Clinton famously said that half of Trump’s supporters was a basket of deplorables. True or not, it's certainly not a phrase likely to endear one to … more

11/30/22

Letter: What role do we play in gender dysphoria?

To the editor: I have been following the discussion initiated by Aaron Ley’s spirited defense of drag shows at the Town Council meeting several weeks ago. I was interested because I had … more

3/23/23

Letter: Can’t support your dubious CD1 endorsement

To the editor: By your receipt of my letter, the 1st Congressional District special primary will still be underway. Presumably, the glut of Democrat candidates scrambling for a special election … more

9/7/23

Letter: When will you get your Covid-19 vaccination?

As the FDA approves and Operation Warp Speed distributes vaccines to each state, we need to be informed of the facts and advocate for our health and our rights. I, as a fellow senior, am asking every … more

1/8/21

Letter: In this pandemic, listen to the minority voices

A thread of meaning to the whole coronavirus affair is overlooked. Some people perhaps think that the board members of Pfizer and Moderna and the CDC are angelic figures who always keep foremost in … more

2/3/21

Letter: Ferry can be safe for walking, not for biking

Having lived on Fesser Avenue for 40 years (parallel to Ferry Road), I am well aware of the foot, car and cycling traffic in the area proposed for the bike path along the west side of Ferry Road. In … more

3/11/21

Letter: The Eagle has landed

Pondering this month’s coverage of billionaires, proving Sir Issac Newton’s law of gravity and motion, I reflected back on a momentous event 52 years ago. At 3:17 p.m. EST on … more

By Howard G. Sutton | 7/28/21

Letter: It’s time to pass sensible gun laws in this state

To the editor: Thank you to the Bristol Town Council for adopting the 2022 Proclamation Declaring the First Friday in June to be National Gun Violence Awareness Day at their June 1 meeting. This … more

6/9/22

Letter: Privacy concerns over ALPRs heard loud and clear

To the editor: At the July 11 meeting, the Portsmouth Town Council voted 7-0 to rescind their approval of the pilot program to place Automated License Plate Readers at the approaches to the Mt. … more

7/12/22