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Christopher S. Gontarz, Esq. of Portsmouth
Portsmouth resident now president-elect of R.I. Bar Association
PORTSMOUTH — Christopher S. Gontarz, Esq., a resident of Portsmouth, is now president-elect of the Rhode Island Bar Association.   His term runs from July 1, 2023, through June … more
A rendering of the proposed development off Westport Lakes Drive, shown at bottom.
Developer proposes 56 units in north Westport
The Westport Conservation Commission will require the proposed builder of an independent living subdivision in the north end of town to pay for an independent review of the 56-unit plan’s … more
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The district is looking for a new principal at Primrose Hill School.
Search starts for new principal at Barrington elementary school
Barrington is looking for a new elementary school principal.   Officials announced earlier this month that Coleen Smith had resigned. Smith served as Primrose Hill School Principal last … more
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Barrington High School’s SAT scores are tops in Rhode Island
Barrington High School students can celebrate another strong year for SAT scores. Local students saw their SAT results increase from a year earlier. The BHS average scores on the SAT math and … more
Nicky Piper, Chair of the Bristol Warren Regional School Committee, answered questions about the nonprofit group she started to advocate for the approval of a $200 million school bond going before voters on Tuesday, Nov. 7.
School Committee Chair defends promotion of $200M bond
Some residents inquired if she and other school committee members had gone through the proper procedural steps before launching an advocacy group called “Building Bristol Warren’s Future,” which has promoted approval of the $200 million school bond. more
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About 100 plungers christened 2024 with a bath at Grinnell's Beach Monday.
A numbing start to 2024 in Tiverton
You’ll typically find two kinds of people at the annual New Year’s Day Penguin Plunge in Tiverton — the bold and the not so brave. “I ask people, what group do you want … more
Youth crime was down in Warren in 2023, but theft-related offenses spike
In total, Warren police logged reports of 445 “Group A” offenses in 2023 — which cover everything from motor vehicle thefts, assaults, and burglaries, to vandalism and illegal gambling — as opposed to 429 such offenses in 2022 (a 3.7% increase). more
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A rendering shows how 14 townhouses would be constructed at 581 Child St. to create 40 income-restricted units priced at 60% of the area median income. The developer is the Bristol-based East Bay Community Development Corporation.
Warren Planning Board removes unit restriction on Child Street development
The Warren Planning Board officially rescinded a condition on the approval they granted to the East Bay Community Development Corporation (East Bay CDC) of Bristol back in January to construct a 40-unit affordable housing development at 581 Child St., called “Penny Lane”, during a special meeting on Monday night. more
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Tiverton wants answers on $1.2M education aid cut
With Tiverton facing what would be the largest cut in state education aid of any district in Rhode Island, town council members want to meet with the school committee, state legislators and … more
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Members of the Portsmouth Middle School chess team pose with their trophies after winning the Southeast New England Chess Association Chess league. They are (back row, from left) Coach Gregg Purdy, Olivia Purdy, Amelia Davis, Patrick Schlesinger, Dan Lu, Coach John DiGangi; and (front row, from left) Chace Bolduc, Dominic Bolos, Charlie Billings, Caleb Thibeault, and Gagan Deep Palya Maruthi.
Checkmate for Portsmouth Middle School chess team
PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth Middle School chess team, coached by John DiGangi and Gregg Purdy, recently completed a remarkable 2023-2024 season and was recognized as the best team in Rhode … more
Bristol Police: Residents reporting gatherings and groups all over town
For the second straight week, criminal activity was light, but calls about groups and small gatherings were a frequent occurrence. Following are Bristol Police calls from March 30 to April 5. … more
This scene of downtown Bristol will repeat itself this year — minus the crowds.
UPDATED: The lights will go on SUNDAY in downtown Bristol
In a route that will, beginning at 6 p.m., take Santa from the Fire Department headquarters west on Annawamscutt Drive, north on Metacom Avenue, west on Chestnut Street, south on Hope Street, east on … more
As seen a week ago, the osprey have ignored DEM eviction efforts and have learned to live with their large, orange, uninvited guest atop the chimney of the historic Colt Park barn.
Despite state’s eviction, these birds aren’t budging
A pair of Colt Park osprey had a decent following before the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) adorned their nesting site with an orange cone last week . Now they’re … more
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Jacob Brier's amendment would serve as an early step toward purchasing the former Carmelite Monastery property on Watson Avenue in Barrington
Amendments call for more spending in Barrington
Barrington residents will be asked to decide on at least three amendments at the June 16 financial town meeting. Four members of the Barrington Town Council filed one of the amendments — … more
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As of July 8, the Statesman Tavern has not had a liquor license. A sign on the front door Wednesday morning (July 14) said they are “closed for vacation.”
Bristol revokes restarant’s liquor license in show cause hearing
At the last Bristol Town Council meeting on Wednesday, July, 7, the council revoked the Class B Victualer Intoxicating Beverage License of Toasted Bun Hospitality, owned by Christopher Kleyla, doing … more
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Bristol man admits to firing gun downtown during DUI
A 29-year-old Bristol man was arrested early Sunday morning in front of his home after allegedly driving under the influence and firing a loaded pistol while traveling along Hope Street. Corey A. … more
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Barrington schools backing off booster mandate, allowing alternative to the shot
Members of the Barrington teachers union voted to approve an agreement that carves out an exception to the school committee’s booster mandate.  The agreement, which was voted through … more
The Barrington Business and Community Association has developed a new website and is planning some exciting events for this summer.
Association plans summer street fair, farmer’s markets in Barrington
Bryan Hoffman and the BBCA have big plans for Barrington. The chairman of the Barrington Business and Community Association said his group has been helping to develop a number of exciting new … more
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Riley Grant scores the last of her four goals for the EPHS girls' lacrosse team in the Townies Division III quarterfinal win over Johnston on Saturday, May 28.
Townies trounce Johnston in D-III girls' lacrosse quarterfinals
EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School girls’ lacrosse team dispatched Johnston with ease Saturday afternoon, May 28, in the Division III quarterfinal round playoff outing … more
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Coach Steve Furtado rallies the team between innings during their 5-0 victory over Newport on Saturday. 
DeWolf, Towers fuel Bristol-Warren all-stars to back to back wins
The Bristol-Warren Little League 12U all-stars shut out Newport 5-0 at Bristol Memorial field on Saturday and crushed Pawtucket 15-3 on the road on Sunday to earn a winner’s bracket … more
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Purple Heart recipient Arthur Medeiros greets admirers during the 2021 Bristol Fourth of July Parade. Medeiros was thrice awarded the Purple Heart for injuries received in World War II, including at the Battle of the Bulge, as well as a Silver Star and a Bronze Star for his valor. The Bristol Veterans Council and VFW Post 237 are seeking Bristol’s Purple Heart recipients for recognition, following the Town Council’s proclamation declaring Bristol a Purple Heart Town.
Calling all Purple Heart recipients from Bristol
In August of 2019, then-Gov. Gina Raimondo declared Rhode Island a Purple Heart State, joining 44 other states and the territory of Guam. Last week, a proclamation made by Councilman Aaron Ley, … more
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Renovating old Westport High School could cost $29M
Renovating the old high school for re-use by Westport's municipal offices, senior center and school administration would cost just over $29 million, while renovating the town's current offices would … more
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An example of the graffiti that appeared on a fence outside the CFP Arts, Wellness, and Community Center on Sunday, just hours before the Portsmouth Democratic Town Committee’s annual fund-raiser there.
Vandals target Portsmouth Democrats’ event
PORTSMOUTH — Just hours before the Portsmouth Democratic Town Committee’s annual fund-raiser at the CFP Arts, Wellness, and Community Center on Sunday, vandals painted hostile messages on … more
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Bristol Council candidates meet in live forum tonight
The eight candidates competing for five seats on the next Bristol Town Council will meet in a live forum tonight, Thursday, Oct. 6. The candidates include all five incumbents (independents Nathan … more
Emily Skeehan, Fred Faerber III, Isabelle Kelly, and Sondra Blank (from left) are sworn in as members of the Portsmouth School Committee by Gov. Daniel McKee during a ceremony at Town Hall Monday night.
Eleven Portsmouth officials sworn in by Gov. McKee
PORTSMOUTH — Kevin Aguiar was voted in as president of the Town Council for another two years following a swearing-in ceremony Monday in which members of the council and School Committee … more
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