Among the flurry of bills being passed out of the Rhode Island General Assembly is a new law with big impact for the communities along the East Bay Bike Path. The “e-bikes bill” creates a …
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6/14/24
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The Bristol Middle Passage Port Marker Project will be holding a free event marking the national Juneteenth holiday, June 19, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Saint Michael's Church Parish House, 399 Hope St.
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By Christy Nadalin
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6/14/24
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Bristol police made two arrests and responded to various animal-related issues between June 3-10, 2024.
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6/14/24
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Not since the late 19th century has Bristol’s First Baptist Church enjoyed such a dramatic facelift.
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By Christy Nadalin
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6/13/24
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Every garden bed should have some, especially a prominent one that greets visitors and residents coming and going.
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6/13/24
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Those were the good old days. They say the country is progressing, but in what direction?
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6/13/24
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Standing under, and for, this Colored Umbrella, our Flag, our Freedom...May it always be.
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6/13/24
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Can you find which one doesn't belong?
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6/13/24
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I now live in Minnesota but appreciate the exciting improvements I read about in The Bristol Phoenix today.
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6/13/24
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What if we could address the youth mental health crisis, health problems resulting from chronic sedentary behaviors, academic disengagement and “nature deficit disorder” all at once?
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6/13/24
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EAST PROVIDENCE — The respective Riverside Post 10 teams, sponsored in part by the ATC (Athletes turned Champion) performance center owned and operated by East Providence High School coach …
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By Mike Rego
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6/12/24
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Intermittent rain and wind may have dampened parade attendance, but the heart and soul of Bristol’s annual Firemen’s Memorial was on full display.
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By Ethan Hartley
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6/12/24
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PRUDENCE ISLAND — There was no long procession leading down to an athletic field, no band playing “Pomp and Circumstance,” and no long speeches by multiple students and faculty …
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By Jim McGaw
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6/12/24
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One bill that gun violence prevention advocates claim as their biggest success during this year's session, and two more bills intended to close 'gaps' in existing law, have all been put forth by an East Bay representative or Senator.
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By Ethan Hartley
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6/11/24
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For these kids, “unity” and “sticking together” and “overcoming adversity” are more than just idle words in a graduation speech.
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By Ethan Hartley
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6/11/24
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PROVIDENCE — Two bills aimed most specifically women's health and safety issues sponsored by East Bay legislators were among the latest passed by the full General Assembly earlier this week.
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By Mike Rego
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6/10/24
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A new report written for anglers by anglers serves as a call-to-arms to galvanize the angling community to demand action as climate change disrupts fishing experiences coast to coast.
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By Capt. Dave Monti
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6/10/24
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STORY OF THE WEEK: After an update of the Law Enforcement Officers’ Bill of Rights recently got close to the finish line, there was 0.0% chance that legislative leaders wouldn’t get it …
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By Ian Donnis
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6/10/24
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Riley, a native and resident of Fall River, wasn't looking for a reason to leave, but couldn't pass up an opportunity to apply for the top job in her home district. But it didn't wind up going her way.
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By Ethan Hartley
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6/7/24
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PROVIDENCE — With final votes in the Senate, Thursday night, June 6, the General Assembly has approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Justine Caldwell and Sen. Pamela J. Lauria to require safe …
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6/7/24
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PROVIDENCE — The General Assembly voted on Thursday, June 6, to approve legislation from East Bay Rep. Jennifer Boylan and Sen. Dawn Euer to expand the legal use of electric bicycles in Rhode …
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6/7/24
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Bristol PD made no arrests between May 27 and June 2, 2024.
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6/7/24
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The reading of works and discussion for the 2024 Writers Residency participants will be held on Wednesday, June 12 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
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By Christy Nadalin
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6/6/24
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PROVIDENCE — The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority, RIPTA, will not move forward with previously proposed service reductions, which were scheduled to go into effect on Saturday, June 15, as …
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6/6/24
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