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Letter: Take a moment to appreciate our community

To the editor: The 237th Fourth of July celebration has come to a close here in Bristol and the longest continuous run remains a part of our history. But too often we take things for granted. … more

7/6/22

Letter: I don’t understand the urgency to save Robin Rug

To the editor: Approval of the redevelopment of the Robin Rug Building appears to be a done deal, pending resolution of the affordable housing component of the plan. Bristol has seen much … more

7/27/22

Letter: DEM was no help with sick fox downtown

On Saturday, Nov. 14, I called the R.I. Department of Environmental Management. I was deeply concerned about a fox in our neighborhood that was in extreme distress. He had lost his fur, and … more

11/19/20

Letter: Thank you to the Bristol Police Department

To the editor: Last week I attended a memorial service at the Bristol police station, honoring two Bristol police officers who tragically passed away at a young age while actively serving with the … more

5/18/22

Letter: From the Bristol Parade Chairman, thank you for everything

To the editor: I would like to send a special thank you to the Town officials of Bristol, Bristol Police Department, Bristol Fire Department, Department of Public Works and paramedics for assisting … more

7/6/22

Letter: Strong nostalgia for this town

To the editor: I miss my town. And surely there are many like me who have experienced this same feeling after moving away from such a wonderful place. After graduating from BHS in 1987, I went … more

7/14/22

Letter: How about we celebrate successes from our school district?

To the editor: In the last two weeks there have been a number of letters from individuals criticizing the Bristol Warren Regional School District, specifically blaming the teacher's union, the former … more

7/27/22

Letter: The sad saga of Silver Creek (Redux)

This past June I opined on these pages about the scheduled closing of the Silver Creek Bridge and the lack of commitment and vision by Town and State leadership to devise an alternative to the … more

11/7/19

Letter: League offers recognition for an election well done

The League of Women Voters of R.I. (LWVRI), its Board, local Leagues and our members acknowledge how during these extraordinary times, Rhode Island’s election was well-run and secure. The … more

11/18/20

Letter: And the band played on

To the editor: The most recent planning board meeting regarding the Robin Rug development project proved to be a lesson in frustration and futility. The only thing missing was a band to compliment … more

5/18/22

Letter: Learn from Portsmouth’s rescission on bridge cameras

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. Hope … more

7/14/22

Letter: Opposed not to the school, but to the location

The bottom line here is that the members of the school building committee need to start paying attention to the numerous citizens who have valid concerns about the plan to build a new high school. more

9/21/23

Letter: Walking in my grandfather’s footsteps

This late-life adventure to witness “Nature showeth Thy handiwork” is now one to reflect on, come together on and pass on to grandchildren of our own. more

4/11/24

Letter: We oppose the bills on abortion

To the editor: God is the creator of all human life, especially the unborn in a mother’s womb. Abortion snuffs out such unborn life and God’s creative plan. Our Rhode Island Legislature … more

5/18/22

Letter: Please deny the Robin Rug amendments as presented

To the editor: Honorable members of the Bristol Town Council: Downtown Bristol is unique. There is no other place like it in Rhode Island. We do not want to become another Newport — which is … more

7/14/22

"What had previously had the aesthetics of the vegetation next to an I-95 off-ramp was now a stately, pristine garden that complimented the organization's work at the neighboring Rogers Free Library."

Letter: A beautiful transformation in Bristol

At times we take this beautiful town we call home for granted. more

9/21/23

Letter: We want new representation, not a new state

Democrat voters, kick the habit. You have nothing to lose, and a new life for you, your children, and your neighbors to gain. more

4/11/24

Letter: On three former Democrats running as Independents

To the editor: Last week's Phoenix contained an article regarding candidate filings for the upcoming November elections, and while there were very few surprises, there was one thing that really stood … more

7/14/22

Letter: Will you help us fund the Port Marker memorial?

You have the opportunity to be a part of this community endeavor to erect this important Memorial in acknowledgment of Bristol’s history. more

9/21/23

Letter: Colt State Park could be so much better

Colt is being turned into a desert, with acres of mowed grass that does not support wildlife. more

9/21/23

A letter of thanks to our community

Newspapers are dying. I hear it all the time; on the news, from strangers, acquaintances, even from some customers. To be sure, it’s hard to hear … every single time. Not because this is … more

1/9/20

Letter: Bristol chief’s remarks on plate-reader reversal were insulting

To the editor: I sent the following email to the town councils of Portsmouth and Bristol, our state legislative delegation, and the board of the R.I. Police Chiefs Association. At the Aug. 17 … more

8/18/22

Letter: Thank you to the Bristol Warren School Building Committee

We would like to thank the members of The Bristol Warren School Building Committee for your tireless efforts and the personal sacrifices you have been making to help our students and community. more

9/21/23

Letter: Please explain how the economy is so ‘bad’

How bad is reality right now? Unemployment down, under 4 percent for two years. Employment up, with hundreds of thousands of jobs added every month. Wages up, if only … more

1/22/24

Letter: Descendants need to have a leading voice on Port Marker Project

To the editor: Descendant Voices in Action, a local minority non-profit, has been working for several years to lay the groundwork for a meaningful remembrance of the Middle Passage and … more

2/25/22