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Scarlet Wisonowicz gets off to a great start at Monday’s meet. She finished sixth with a time of 22:42.1.
Barrington girls cross country improves to 6-0
The Barrington High School girls cross country team remained undefeated following wins over Portsmouth 24-34 and Tolman/Shea 15-50, on Monday, Sept. 16. Evelyn Lefort paced the Barrington team. … more
An ad hoc veterans committee will oversee a variety of tasks associated with veterans affairs in Barrington.
Barrington will create a new veterans committee
In a 5-0 vote at its meeting on Monday night, Sept. 9, the Barrington Town Council called for the creation of an ad hoc veterans committee that will oversee a variety of tasks associated with … more
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The Barrington High School boys cross country team breaks from the starting line during a home meet on Monday, Sept. 16.
Eagles lose home meet: 'It had to happen at some point'
The Barrington High School boys cross country team lost to Portsmouth in a dual meet on Monday, Sept. 16.   The Eagles finished with 29 points, while the Patriots had 27. Barrington bounced … more
Barrington Town Manager Phil Hervey asked the Town Council to reassign ARPA funds to pay for security improvements at Barrington Town Hall.
Barrington Council reassigns money away from playground upgrades
Barrington officials made a series of changes to the ARPA budget during the Town Council meeting earlier this month.   The American Rescue Plan Act money was given to Barrington during the … more
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Barrington Times - Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Private Education | September 2024
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Dead dog found inside leaf bag in Barrington
A Barrington Department of Public Works employee made a gruesome discovery on Friday afternoon, Sept. 13.   According to Barrington Police, the DPW worker found the remains of a dead dog … more
Some new books for cooler weather reading
Fall’s coming, the mornings and evenings are getting cooler, but there’s plenty of good reading to come. “Deeper Than the Dead” by Debra Webb (2024). The first book in … more
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Joe Klinger of South Kingstown with a 24” summer flounder (fluke) he caught off Jamestown in the West Passage last week. It was the only keeper caught.
Bluefin tuna bite explodes close to shore
The giant bluefin tuna fishing exploded last week. just as the commercial bluefin tuna fishery closed until new quota is available Oct. 1. Recreational permit holders are not impacted by the … more
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Though voters say they’re not satisfied, incumbents prevailed on Primary Day
STORY OF THE WEEK: For all the yak about cranky Rhode Islanders and dissatisfaction with the direction of the state, Tuesday’s primary amounted to a big vote of confidence for incumbents. This … more
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The Barrington coaching staff will try to help the Eagles bounce back from a 23-7 loss to Cumberland last Friday.
Eagles unable to keep pace with Clippers
A slow second half punctuated with penalties and turnovers spelled trouble for the Barrington High School football team on Friday night, Sept. 13.   The Eagles trailed Cumberland 10-7 at … more
Members of the Barrington Fire Department “assist” ducks across Wood’s Pond during a previous year’s duck race.
Barrington Education Foundation's Duck Race is back!
After a long hiatus, the beloved Barrington Education Foundation Duck Race is making a comeback. The race, which ran from the early 1990s through 2014, will return to town on Saturday, Oct. 5, … more
Barrington DEI Committee adds a second student representative
The Barrington Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee grew a bit larger on Monday night, Sept. 9. Barrington Town Council members voted 5-0 to add a second student representative position to … more
Barrington High School’s Bailey Duncan looks upfield while dribbling toward the goal during Wednesday night’s game.
Eagles outscore Huskies in girls soccer, 4-3
The Barrington High School girls soccer team tied Portsmouth and defeated Mt. Hope in league games this week.   On Wednesday night, Sept. 11, the Eagles outscored the Huskies 4-3. Bailey … more
The season for the competitive travel program will kick off the week before Thanksgiving, running through mid-March, with games also scheduled over February vacation
Barrington Youth Basketball Association tryouts tip off soon
The Barrington Youth Basketball Association is gearing up for another exciting season, with key dates quickly approaching for both the recreational league and the competitive travel program. For … more
Barrington’s Dr. Stephanie Graff is Director of Breast Oncology at the Lifespan Cancer Institute and will participate in the second annual Paddle for Progress RI on Sept. 22.
Barrington doctor participating in Paddle for Progress RI
Barrington resident and nationally recognized oncologist, Dr. Stephanie Graff, is once again making waves in the community with her involvement in the second annual Paddle for Progress RI. Set … more
Rhode Island PBS has selected Barrington as the next community to be featured in its “Our Town” documentary series.
PBS will feature Barrington in its ‘Our Town’ series
Rhode Island PBS has selected Barrington as the next community to be featured in its “Our Town” documentary series, inviting residents to share their stories about the town.   … more
Barrington High School’s Claudia Leonard passes the ball to a teammate.
Eagles fall to Townies in girls volleyball showdown
The Barrington High School girls volleyball team pushed East Providence to the edge in a five-set battle before falling 3-2 on Wednesday night, Sept. 11.   East Providence won the first two … more
The town needs you … to take the comp plan survey
Town officials are encouraging residents, business owners, and the larger community to take the Community Survey about the Barrington Comprehensive Plan this month.   Participation will … more
Barrington's Connor Curran, shown in a meet last year, finished fourth overall at the Martha's Vineyard Invitational.
Barrington teams compete in Martha’s Vineyard Invitational
The Barrington High School boys cross country team won the varsity and JV races at the Martha’s Vineyard Invitational on Saturday.   Myles Napolitano finished second overall in the … more
A group of Eagles tackle an East Providence ballcarrier last Friday. Barrington will play at Cumberland this Friday night.
Barrington vs. Cumberland — Eagles prep for Super Bowl rematch
Barrington High School Football Coach Sandy Gorham said his team’s offense was “OK” during the Injury Fund game against East Providence on Friday night, Sept. 6.   … more
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Letter: More doctors won't solve primary care problem
The thought that creating a new medical school that will, in any kind of timely fashion, stamp out legions of home grown primary care doctors that will stay in state is the highest order of magical thinking. more
This rendering shows the two possible locations for a new flagpole installation outside the town hall. Council members chose Option 2, which would have the flagpoles located closer to County Road.
Barrington Town Council advances plan for new flagpoles at town hall
In a split vote, members of the Barrington Town Council voted to move forward with a plan to construct a new flagpole installation in front of Barrington Town Hall. Council members Carl Kustell, … more
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Letter: Nothing can be done to resolve dilapidated properties
To the editor:   This is a public service announcement to all Barrington homeowners who spend time, effort, and money on the upkeep of their houses and/or lawns … don’t stress … more
Barrington Interfaith Partners will host its annual Fall Forum on Wednesday, Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. at Temple Habonim.
Forum will focus on Project 2025 and Christian Nationalism
Barrington Interfaith Partners will host its annual Fall Forum on Wednesday, Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. Rabbi Howard Voss-Altman will speak about Project 2025 and the Rev. Dr. Dale Azevedo will address … more
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