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Two more Barrington teens charged in beating of fellow student

Barrington Police charged two more teenagers in connection with a fight that left an 18-year-old Barrington resident seriously injured. Five teenagers have now been charged, police said. …
Portsmouth: New trails will take a dogleg at dog park
PORTSMOUTH — If you’re dog owner who has always wanted to take your pooch for an unleashed hike at the Melville Recreation Area, … Read More
Photos: A great day to play ball in Warren
Opening Day for Warren Little League couldn’t have come at a better time in the midst of what has been a consistently rainy and … Read More
Barrington Little League celebrates the start of another season
Barrington Little League held its Opening Day ceremony on Saturday morning, April 27, at Sherwood Field.   The annual event … Read More
Wildcats lose to Diman 9-4
Outfielder Bella Babb hit an inside the park home run in the third inning of their first game played on the new field behind the high … Read More
Barrington Police investigating string of car break-ins
Residents across Barrington reported car break-ins last week. On Monday, April 22, a Whipple Avenue resident told police … Read More
Huskies’ lacrosse halts skid, buries Burrillville 11-2
Sophomores Charlie Knapman and Ben Browne each scored 4 goals as the Mt. Hope lacrosse team buried Burrillville 11-2 in a home game on … Read More
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Farmers Market is back outdoors

The year-round Mount Hope Farm farmers market is back outsdie, in the South Pasture in southern Bristol, every Saturday morning. Swing by to pick up your local produce, bread, meat, fish, kombucha, …

Newport String Quartet performs in Newport and Little Compton this weekend

The Newport String Project presents the fourth installment of its Newport County Concert Series on Saturday, April 27th at Colony House in Newport, and Sunday, April 28th at United Congregational …

Stone Soup Coffeehouse presents a split bill - Sam Robbins and Undercover Cameo

Sam Robbins is often described as an "old soul singer-songwriter." A Nashville-based musician whose music evokes classic 70's singer-songwriters like James Taylor and Neil Young, Sam adds a …
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Obituaries
Paula Vital With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Paula Ann (Roach) Vital, 68, a cherished mother, devoted wife, and adoring grandmother. She peacefully departed from this world on April 21 at her vacatio
Robert Caizzi Robert "Bob" Caizzi, 89, passed away on April 24, 2024 at his home in Warren in the loving care of his children. He was the devoted husband of the late Sarah (Tattrie) Caizzi for 61 years before her p
Frances Marshall Frances C. Marshall, 87, of Bristol, RI passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024 with her niece, Belynda Sousa, by her side. The daughter of the late Anthony "Tony" and Frances C. (Cavallaro) Marshall,
Sports
Townies triumph twice at Classical Classic outdoor track meet The East Providence High School outdoor track and field teams got their first true glimpse at the overall competition around Rhode Island by participating in the annual Classical Classic in …
Townies top Huskies in 2024 golf home opener It was a slightly disappointing start to a condensed 2024 regular season home schedule for the East Providence High School golf team as the Townies welcomed Mt. Hope to the Agawam Hunt Club in …
East Providence's winning ways end in baseball, boys' volleyball wins a pair After starting out its league slate with six wins in a row, the East Providence High School baseball team dropped both of its Division II outings last week. The Townies headed to Narragansett to face …
Gallery: EPHS boys' lacrosse vs. Tiverton After a quick start to the season, the East Providence High School boys' lacrosse team has run into a rough patch, including a 15-4 loss to host Tiverton Wednesday night, April 24. Keigan Grant …
Opinion
Letter: Town needs to compel voters, lay out budgetary facts

I think that the Westport Select Board has a serious challenge before it. The board needs to publicly address the effect of the failure of the override last year. Both the board and the private …

Letter: Unknowns create big risk for school bond

Affordability – This was the term I heard around town this week. Impact – Warrenites are now realizing they made a very big mistake. 

Letter: Many questions on Warren’s financial decisions

Questions come to mind after the Warren Town Council’s March 20 budget meeting.

Letter: Congratulations from a fellow no-no thrower

Please extend my congratulations to MHHS freshman pitcher Trace Dubois for his outstanding performance on the mound.

Letter: Help Rhode Islanders afford the medication they need

Fighting cancer is indeed a battle, and we can’t win it alone. Our lawmakers can help by passing legislation that removes the financial barriers many face to get care and treatment.

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