Why is Barrington considering speed cameras?
Kate Berard said it was not a manufactured topic.   During a special meeting on Tuesday night, June 10, the Barrington Town … Read More
Barrington residents cannot wait to vent about ADUs
What is an ADU and why are some Barrington residents so opposed to them? At the June 2 meeting, members of the Barrington Town … Read More
Lawnmower larcenist thwarted by attentive Barrington man
Planning to cut the grass this week? Keep an eye on your mower. For the second time in about two weeks, a Barrington lawnmower … Read More
Drivers beware: Barrington accelerating toward speed cameras
Members of the Barrington Town Council moved one step closer to approving the installation speed cameras during a special meeting on … Read More
Photos: Relive the excitement from the BHS graduation
Barrington High School held its graduation ceremony on Sunday, June 8, at Victory Field. The are 308 students in the Class of 2025. Read More
ACLU warns against installing speed cameras in Barrington
Members of the Barrington Town Council will hold a special meeting tonight, Tuesday, June 10, at 6 p.m. to discuss a number of issues, … Read More
Things To Do ...

Tools & Trades Day at Coggeshall Farm

Coggeshall Farm is hosting “Tools and Trades Day,” a chance for visitors to learn about some of the many trades that were important to farmers in the 18th century. On Saturday, June 14, …

Sunset Music Series on Fridays at Westport Rivers

The 18th season of Sunset Music Series is underway on Fridays (and two Saturdays) this summer. Bring your blankets, bug spray and lawn chairs. Wine, beer and food available for purchase, with …

34th summer of polo begins Saturday

Newport Polo has unveiled the season schedule for the Newport International Polo Series. Presented by Turkish Airlines, it features a lineup of matches and international rivalries for the 34th summer …
East Bay Social
Obituaries
Sally Arruda Sally M. (Cavaca) Arruda, 90, of Newport, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at Village House. Sally graduated from J.F.Wilbur School, married and raised her family in Little Compton. She was an
Claudia Gordon BARRINGTON, RI – Claudia J. (Marshall) Gordon, 66, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, June 8, 2025. Born August 21, 1958, in New Rochelle, NY, she was a daughter of the late Gordon and Karen J.
Joseph Lima Joseph F. Lima, 92, of Gibson Road, passed away on June 9, 2025, at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center. He was the husband of Juliette M. (Sousa) Lima. Born in St. Michael, Azores, he was the son of
Sports
Track state champ from Barrington: ‘R and R’ was most important (Video) More than a dozen Barrington High School student-athletes finished among the top three competitors in all of Rhode Island in a variety of events at the outdoor track state championships over the …
In last game ever at Victory Field, Barrington comes up short The Barrington High School boys lacrosse team was hoping to send Victory Field out a winner, but Hendricken had other plans.   The Eagles, playing in the final game at Victory Field before …
Eagles tie for fifth at golf state championship The Barrington High School golf team finished tied for fifth at the RIIL golf state championship last week, at Cranston Country Club.   The Eagles, who finished atop the East Division in …
Barrington Middle School softball team wins state championship The Barrington Middle School softball team, in just its second year, won the Rhode Island State Championship on Tuesday night, June 3. Barrington defeated Western Hills Middle School, of …
Opinion
Letter: In support of an assault weapons ban

To the editor: I never know day to day if another community will be devastated by gun violence once again. Even more worrisome is if I turn the news on and hear one of those communities is right …

Letter: ‘No Kings’ in the USA — Join us June 14

To the editor: I had intended to write a much different letter this week with information on No Kings Day. I will get to that, but first I feel the need to express my horror and heartbreak at …

Letter: Extolling the virtues of a state-based, single-payer healthcare system

To the editor: Attorney General Peter Neronha recently announced several important actions related to healthcare that seek to address the problems facing our state and all RI citizens. These are …

Letter: Please reject installation of speed cameras in Barrington

Dear Members of the Barrington Town Council: We understand that your upcoming special meeting on June 10, 2025 will focus specifically on the merits of installing ticketing speed cameras near …

Letter: Skip the parade and attend a No Kings Day rally

To the editor: On June 14th the nation will be subjected to the spectacle of a military parade the likes of which we generally do not have in our country, and to make matters worse, the chief …

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