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Barrington decides, Sowams School or Hampden Meadows?

One resident said he preferred expanding and renovating Hampden Meadows School because the site offers more space and greater flexibility. Another said Sowams School was the better option …
Plumbing problem surfaces at Barrington High School
Principal Chris Ashley announced that Barrington High School would have a half-day of classes on Tuesday, Dec. 5, due to a plumbing … Read More
Barrington Council will discuss future of monastery property
The Barrington Town Council is expected to discuss the former Carmelite Monastery property during its meeting on Monday night, Dec. 4, … Read More
Barrington High School alum named all-conference in field hockey
Barrington’s Zoey Despines earned all-conference recognition for a standout season on the Haverford College field hockey team. … Read More
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Hockey Hall of Fame plans first-ever high school All-Star games
The Rhode Island Hockey Hall of Fame will host a first-ever High School All-Star Showcase at Schneider Arena, on the campus of … Read More
Barrington sailing team earns bid to nationals
The Barrington High School sailing team made history recently. For the first time ever, the BHS sailing team will compete in the … Read More
Hundreds trot off their turkey in Barrington
More than 600 people, including one dressed as a turkey, competed in the 24th annual Trot Off Your Turkey 5K and 1.5-mile races on … Read More
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Police seize guns from Barrington home following 911 call Barrington Police received a 911 call at about 12:35 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 20, regarding a suspicious condition at a Sowams area home — the caller told police his father would not turn over his …
Portsmouth man charged with felony assault PORTSMOUTH — A 47-year-old local man was arrested last week on an affidavit warrant charging him with assault. Shortly before 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 21, officers responded to the …
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Emilio Iannuccillo Emilio D. Iannuccillo (Jr.), 91, departed this life peacefully on Saturday, December 2, 2023. A lifelong Bristol resident, he was the husband of Vicki (Carlson) Iannuccillo. A Rhode Island lawyer fo
Michael Principe Michael Pasquale Principe, of DelRay Beach Florida lived a beautiful and joyful 87 years. He passed away on Friday, November 24, 2023. He was the beloved husband of Patricia A. (Biancuzzo) Principe fo

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