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Barrington grocery bagger wins state title, qualifies for nationals

Barrington Shaw’s Supermarket now boasts the best grocery bagger in the state. Chris Sullivan, who has worked at Barrington Shaw’s for more than five years, recently won the coveted …
A deeper look into the Senate's nine-bill healthcare package
East Providence legislators had a hand in two of the bills, which strive to increase access to vaccinations, lessen the severity of … Read More
As Barrington's wealth increases, state aid for schools dries up
The state government is increasing the amount of aid it will send to public schools next year, but Barrington schools will not be … Read More
Barrington studio hosts 48-hour video game design competition
The plan was pretty straightforward: Host a dozen or so kids for a 48-hour video game design competition. Picture Red Bulls and potato … Read More
One bucket goes a long way   
A large, bright green bucket sitting in the center of a crowded event room may not seem very exciting at first glance. People casually … Read More
Barrington lawmaker wants to waive VIN inspection fee for veterans
Two East Bay legislators are hoping to give veterans and active-duty military personnel a break when it comes to paying for VIN … Read More
Three third-period goals lead Eagles past Sentinels
The Barrington High School boys ice hockey team picked up a 3-1 victory over Smithfield on Saturday night, Feb. 7.   The win … Read More
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Winter lights up   

There aren’t many times when it is appropriate to scream. However, a local display of puppets in downtown Providence actually invites people to do just this. People of all age groups are …

Annual 5k beach race benefits Mt. Hope High indoor track program

The Mt. Hope High School indoor track and field team's annual "I'd Rather Be Indoor" 5k run/walk steps off Sunday morning, Dec. 8, at Bristol Town Beach. The race starts at 10:30 a.m. Organizers …

Barrington Tree Lighting event is Saturday, Nov. 30

The Barrington Tree Lighting is fast-approaching.   The event is set for Saturday, Nov. 30, from 2 to 5:15 p.m. It will include activities, music, games, performances, a visit from Santa, …
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Obituaries
Dr. Ronald Hillegass Ronald C. Hillegass, MD, formerly of Barrington, RI, passed away peacefully on January 27, 2025. Born April 12, 1938, in Johnstown, PA, Ron graduated from Westmont High School and attended Prince
Eleanor Rodrigues Eleanor S. Rodrigues, 95, of Warren passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Raymond J. Rodrigues Sr. for 47 years
Kenneth Souza Kenneth L. Souza, 79, of Westport, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025. He was the devoted husband of Patricia (Capone) Souza for 53 years. Ken was predeceased by his parents, Frank and Dorothy
Sports
Barrington girls swim team extends undefeated streak The Barrington High School girls swim team defeated Moses Brown on Monday afternoon, improved to 7-0 for the regular season, and extended its stretch of undefeated dual meet seasons to 11 straight. …
Eagles overpower Juanita Sanchez in girls hoops, 52-22 The Barrington High School girls basketball team limited Juanita Sanchez High School to 11 first-half points and cruised to a 52-22 victory on Feb. 7. It was Barrington’s 12th-straight …
Barrington High School wrestling team battles through adversity The Barrington High School wrestling team continues to battle despite missing a few key grapplers this season.   The Eagles recently finished its out-of-state tournament season with three …
Eagles outscore Skippers, 82-64, and improve to 14-4 overall Ryan Rigamonti scored a career-high 37 points and led the Barrington High School boys basketball team to an 82-64 victory over North Kingstown on Tuesday night, Feb. 4.   The Eagles and …
Opinion
Letter: Why move forward on something so divisive?

To the editor: I am a Barrington resident who has voted “Yes” on every measure that supports our schools, except for the ballot initiative to install toxic artificial turf. …

Letter: I feel like I know him now

To the editor: Thank you for bringing Will Barbeau's story to the front page of the Barrington Times . You wrote it beautifully - I felt like I was in the room with you, hearing this wonderful …

Letter: Why are cars being permitted to park in restricted areas?

To the editor: I live in the Roberta Plat behind the Barrington Middle School. On Jan. 31, I was returning home from running errands. The weather was winter dreary. It was lightly raining …

Letter: Will anyone address the improper fiscal management in Barrington?

To the editor: Ah, it’s January in Barrington. That special time of year when we perform that annual tradition where we talk about things we can’t control and we worry if …

Letter: Our democracy is worthy of a champion

Democracy is messy because everyone has an opinion. Governing in a democracy is hard because finding common ground among swirling opinions is often exceedingly contentious. This dilemma can …

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A lifelong Portsmouth resident, Jim graduated from Portsmouth High School in 1982 and earned a journalism degree from the University of Rhode Island in 1986. He's worked two different stints at East Bay Newspapers, for a total of 18 years with the company so far. When not running all over town bringing you the news from Portsmouth, Jim listens to lots and lots and lots of music, watches obscure silent films from the '20s and usually has three books going at once. He also loves to cook crazy New Orleans dishes for his wife of 25 years, Michelle, and their two sons, Jake and Max.