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Participants in the forum include (top row, left to right) timekeeper Jock Hayes, moderator Scott Pickering, Brian Bradshaw, Jamie Brooks, (middle row) Marjorie McBride, Sarah Bullard, Andrew Benn, Karen Cabral, (bottom row) Corrie Daluz and Bill O'Dell.
Bristol's school committee candidates face off in forum
They come from a wide range of backgrounds and experience, from education to healthcare and more, but the eight school committee candidates — Brian Bradshaw, Andrew Benn, Karen Cabral, Marjorie … more
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Sara Slusarski rehearses a Travolta-esque dance to the Bee Gees’ “Night Fever,” on a backyard stage for their upcoming production of “Grease: 1979.”
Two-woman team plans a 1970s version of ‘Grease’
It may be starting to feel like fall in Bristol, but Sara Slusarski and Alex Brassard of 2W Productions will have residents dreaming of “Summer Nights” as they bring the groovy musical … more
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‘Vote for me because’ … Eight answers for eight candidates
Back in the good, old days of 2018, candidates used to canvass neighborhoods, ring doorbells, hand out pamphlets and ask for votes. Imagining pre-Covid life, the eight candidates for Bristol Town … more
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Speakman, Hunt square off in District 68 debate
First term Representative June Speakman squared off against her lone challenger for the House District 68 seat, Libertarian Billy Hunt, in the only debate between the two before the Nov. 3 election, … more
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The newest Pink Heals truck was meticulously restored by the crew from Bristol Auto Body (from left to right) Joey Major, Steve Meyer, Jeff Moss, Joe Miranda, Justin Miranda, Max Galvao, and John Madeira.
Rescued rescue truck is pretty in pink
The latest addition to Rhode Island’s ‘Pink Heals’ fleet was rolled out and delivered to the organization this week, after being restored at Bristol Auto Body. As someone with … more
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Bristol Town Administrator Steven Contente (left) and U.S. Sen. Jack Reed stroll along the Bristol waterfront during a rainstorm earlier this week. Mr. Contente believes his title accurately portrays his responsibilities, but voters have a chance to raise the stature of the office to "Mayor."
Voters are being asked: Should Bristol elect a ‘Mayor’?
Not for the first time, Bristol residents are being asked if they want the elected chief executive of their town to be known as the “Mayor” or the “Town Administrator.” … more
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Patriot is the first second-generation AC75 racing yacht to be launched.
Built in Bristol, America's Cup challenger launches in New Zealand
A boat conceived and constructed in little Bristol, R.I. launched into the waters of of Auckland, New Zealand today, beginning the next step in its quest to win the oldest international competition … more
Someone did more than just damage this sign that was in a lawn along Thames Street. They burned it, wrote on it and tore it apart. Candidate Mike Byrnes said about 10 of his political signs have gone missing around town so far this campaign season.
Many people are asking, 'Can’t we all just get along?'
“Can’t we all just get along?” It was a question raised during a Bristol Town Council candidates forum last week, and it’s an issue that seems to resonate with everyone who … more
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Wish granted — smaller bins are coming soon to Bristol
Since Bristol rolled out new trash bins in the spring, the 65-gallon units that were the standard size chose by the Department of Public Works have been too much of a good thing for a number of … more
Town Administrator Steve Contente (left) gives a quick tour of the Church Street and Prudence Island Ferry docks to Sen.Jack Reed on a drizzly Tuesday morning.
New Bristol marina gets final approval
A meeting of the Coastal Resources Management Council (CRMC) on Tuesday resulted in the final approval of a town marina expansion plan, on the same day that Sen. Jack Reed visited town to review … more
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Policing in 2020 — Bristol council candidates have different ideas
Policing has been a hot topic across America in 2020, with high-profile cases of police brutality shining a spotlight on the structure, training and mission of modern police forces. Concurrently, the … more
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Richard Perry, appearing in court back in 2015, shortly before he was sentenced to 30 years in prison, 10 to serve.
High-risk sex offender released from prison, living in Bristol
A man known throughout the Bristol community for his molestation of young boys has been released from prison and is back living in town. On Wednesday, the Bristol Police Department took steps to … more
Bristol council candidates debate Oct. 8
Eight candidates for the five Bristol Town Council seats are debating on Thursday, Oct. 8. Their forum will be on Zoom and can be viewed live, beginning at 7 p.m. It can also be viewed any time … more
Public can submit questions for Bristol candidates debate — Oct. 8
Eight candidates for the five Bristol Town Council seats are debating on Thursday, Oct. 8. Their forum will be on Zoom and can be viewed live, beginning at 7 p.m. It can also be viewed any time … more
Kris Papi and Mark Papi have built the bar, decorated the space, set up their brewing system and brewed six different varieties of beer. All they need is a liquor license to open Six Pack Brewing.
Six Pack is ready to be Bristol’s next brewery
Mark Papi has some experience opening a brewery. A year ago, he was brewmaster helping open Bristol’s first-ever brewery, Twelve Guns, located off Metacom Avenue. About a mile away, he has … more
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Bristol Police investigate a few backyard gatherings and loud neighbors
Bristol Police made no arrests from Sept. 21 to 27, though they did investigate the usual array of suspicious characters and loud backyard gatherings. Monday, Sept. 21 A resident on … more
Donna Wilson of the Bristol Senior Center delivers lunch on Tuesday, Sept. 19, to Frank Palumbo. For many Bristol seniors isolating during the pandemic, a brief interaction like this might be the only contact with another person they have all day.
The high cost of low transmission
Medical experts predicted it, anecdotal stories supported it, and now communities around the globe are experiencing the effects of long-term isolation of those at highest risk of COVID-19. While … more
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BCWA Executive Director Pamela Marchand addresses the public at a press conference held shortly after the discovery of a leak in the East Bay Pipeline in April 2019.
Marchand retiring as head of BCWA
Bristol County Water Authority Executive Director Pamela Marchand will retire when her current contract expires at the end of February. Ms. Marchand, a Providence water supply engineer who was … more
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Mt. Hope boys' soccer team players work on a conditioning drill during a recent practice. Those students who are going into the building one day per week will soon be switching to two days per week.
Mt. Hope High switches schedules again
Mt. Hope High School students will be back in school two days a week, starting next Tuesday, after Bristol Warren Regional School District officials decided this week to switch to the Partial Hybrid … more
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Bristol Council candidates talk taxes, spending and small business
In a Phoenix story a week ago, several candidates for Bristol Town Council warned voters to be wary that some of their opponents may not be fiscally responsible with town budgets and taxes. This week … more
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Following a short parade of town vehicles with sirens and horns blaring, this was the first passenger car to pass north on the newly constructed Silver Creek Bridge.
Silver Creek Bridge reopens to traffic in both directions
As everyone knows, Bristol loves a parade. So how else would they reopen the Silver Creek Bridge after it was partially closed for more than seven months? In true Bristol fashion,  a parade … more
Bristol Police: Arrests for domestic violence and indecent exposure
Bristol police officers arrested a juvenile for exposing himself to a woman near the bike path and broke up the usual array of noisy gatherings, during incidents from Sept. 14 to 20. Monday, Sept. … more
Tish Bodell Hopkins (left) and Barbara Materna are the team behind BABS + Tish, the newest face in Bristol’s downtown retail scene.
A colorful collaboration in downtown Bristol
Step inside BABS + Tish, and you’re welcomed with a cacophony of seasonal color (today, that’s early fall). Despite offering two separate product lines, handmade bags (by Babs) and … more
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Candidates want more trades and career programing for students
Bristol candidates for three open seats on the Bristol Warren Regional School Committee include Jamie Brooks, William O’Dell, Marjorie McBride, Brian Bradshaw, Andrew Benn, Corrie Daluz, Karen … more
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These maps show the four currently proposed routes to bring cyclists from south (above) to north (next slide). One would connect to the bike path at Colt State Park. Another would connect at Sip ’n Dip. Another would connect at either Sip ’n Dip or Independence Park. And the last would feed right into the terminus of the bike path at Independence Park. For a full description of each route, see below.
What’s the best way to bike from the park to the university?
The Town of Bristol is exploring ways to connect the popular East Bay Bike Path with the southern end of town, including Roger Williams University. It has hired a design team, funded by a state … more
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