Little Compton Democrats strengthen town council control
Little Compton Democrats have strengthened their control of the town council, according to unofficial election results as of 10:15 … Read More
Five incumbents and two newcomers elected to Tiverton Town Council
Five familiar faces and two challengers have won election to the non-Partisan Tiverton Town Council, where all seven seats were open. … Read More
Townies sweep Huskies from girls' volleyball playoffs
The Mt. Hope High School girls' volleyball team completed a solid 2026 season upon its return to the state's top tier after a … Read More
DaSilva wins third term as mayor, other boards infused with new members
Roberto DaSilva won his third-consecutive term as mayor of East Providence. Elsewhere in the city, significant changes will be coming … Read More
Portsmouth Democrats seize control of council
PORTSMOUTH — Democrats had plenty to celebrate Tuesday night as they appeared headed for a commanding 6-1 majority on the Portsmouth … Read More
Light at the end of the tunnel for old high school
It’s complicated, cumbersome and complex, and they conceded it could be confusing. But the takeaway from Monday’s select board … Read More
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Premiere screening of new film

Newport Film hosts the premiere screening of “Last Run of the Black Duck” next Tuesday, Nov. 10. The film is set during the era of Prohibition, a unique attempt to remake American society that …

Community Orchestra’s season debut is Sunday

The Narragansett Bay Symphony Community Orchestra performs its season opener concert this Sunday, Nov. 8. The 2026-2027 season marks the orchestra’s 20th concert year, a major milestone for Rhode …

Saturday concert at Four Corners

The Atwater-Donnelly Trio performs a unique blend of traditional American and Celtic folk music and percussive dance this Saturday in Tiverton. Rhode Islanders Elwood Donnelly, Aubrey Atwater, and …
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Obituaries
Patricia McLaughlin

Patricia McLaughlin

McLaughlin, Patricia J. (Tucevich) of Needham, formerly of Bristol, RI and Weston, MA. October 31, 2026. Loving mother of Jonathan McLaughlin and his wife Judith Grant of Jamaica Plain, MA. Grandmothe
Raymond Barlow

Raymond Barlow

Raymond Barlow, 90, passed away peacefully with his family on October 30, 2026. He was the cherished husband of Susan (Costa) Barlow for 30 years and was formerly married to the late Angelina Scolaro.
Richard Bolduc

Richard Bolduc

Richard L. Bolduc, 79, of Fall River, Mass., passed away peacefully at home on Oct. 24, 2026, with his wife, Sharon Manchester Ireland, and son, Mark Bolduc, by his side. He was the son of the late...
Sports
Barrington cross country teams win Class B Championships It was a clean sweep for the Barrington High School cross country teams last weekend, as the BHS boys and girls teams each won Class B Championships.   The Barrington girls placed three …
East Providence falls to North Kingstown in soccer quarterfinal The loss of key offensive players, Amori Lopes, Nathan Sousa and Emerson Amado was difficult to overcome.
Townies take down Mt. Hope to begin 2026 volleyball D-I playoffs The 5th-seeded Townies move on to play at 4th seeded Cumberland on Friday at 6 p.m.
Eagles beat Crusaders, advance in volleyball playoffs The Barrington High School girls volleyball team opened the Division I playoffs with a 3-0 win against Prout School on Monday night, Nov. 2.   The Eagles won the match 25-6, 25-23, 25-16. …
Opinion
Letter: Our children are not the enemy

To the editor: As a Barrington parent and mental health professional, I am increasingly concerned about the town’s blanket restrictions on electric scooters and the message they are sending to …

Letter: Every dollar of Social Security matters 

To the editor: A trip to the grocery store or a monthly utility bill shows how quickly everyday expenses can add up.   The newly announced 3.6% Social Security cost of living adjustment …

Letter: Animal shelter is a success story

To the editor: The Bristol Animal Shelter reflects the best of our community. Years ago, people worked tirelessly to raise funds to finance the shelter that you, the residents, voted overwhelmingly …

Letter: Why are we being prevented from helping more animals?

To the editor, For 48 years, the Bristol Animal Shelter has been part of our community, providing care and protection to animals in need. As a volunteer there for five years, I’m writing with deep …

Letter: RI needs a governor and lieutenant governor working together

To the editor: Many voters assume the Lieutenant Governor position doesn’t matter, especially here in the East Bay where Warren resident Robert Healey secured 39% of the vote running on a platform …

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