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Teenage drivers implicated in two separate accidents
Two teenagers from Barrington. Two car accidents. Two victims — one was a pedestrian in Warren, and the other was a garage door in Barrington.   On Thursday, Aug. 29, Warren Police … more
A police cruiser is parked on the BHS soccer field during a lockdown incident last May.
Police issue no trespass order to student involved in lock-down
Police issued a no trespass order to the former student whose actions led to a lock-down at Barrington High School last spring. Barrington Police Chief Michael Correia said the former student … more
A preseason practice for the Barrington High School girls soccer team.
BHS girls soccer: ‘It’s about competing in every game’
Barrington High School girls soccer coach Martyn Hollands said this year’s team is led by a strong group of seniors.   “It’s a good group of players — I always talk … more
Barrington School Committee members Patrick McCrann (right) and TJ Peck speak to Council members during a joint meeting in August.
A private meeting, rental fees and unexpected budget moves
Tensions had been on the rise between Barrington’s Town Council and School Committee, ever since the Council increased the School Committee’s budget contribution for landscaping and field … more
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Police: Angler allegedly assaulted at the Warren River Bridge
Barrington Police responded to the Warren River Bridge on Saturday night, Aug. 31, at about 9 p.m., after someone called 911 to report an assault at the bridge. Police said a Warren man who was … more
Barrington Town Manager Phil Hervey said officials are currently investigating ideas for tax break programs for seniors.
Barrington Town Manager investigates tax deferment plan for seniors
Barrington Town Manager Phil Hervey said officials are currently investigating ideas for tax break programs for seniors.   Hervey challenged the plan pitched by Allan Klepper — he … more
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Democrat candidates for Barrington Town Council (from left to right) Jordan Jancosek, Kerry O'Neill, Anthony Arico and Liana Cassar fielded a number of questions during a forum on Wednesday night, Sept. 4.
Barrington Democrats offer answers on turf fields, budget challenges and more
Six days before people head to the polls to vote in a Democratic Primary for Barrington Town Council, the four candidates offered their thoughts on all sorts of issues. At a forum sponsored by … more
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A woman walks dogs on a path near the town beach near the end of Water Way.
Barrington secures grant to help reduce stormwater runoff near town beach
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management recently announced that it has awarded more than $3 million in grants to local and state governments, non-profit organizations, and community … more
Barrington's Aden Memoli wins possession of the ball during last week's Injury Fund game.
Barrington forwards possess ‘Speed, speed and more speed'
Don Denham is expecting good things from his team this season.   The coach of the Barrington High School boys soccer team said this year’s roster is loaded with talented, hard-working … more
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Suspects turn out to be kids playing ‘ding-dong-ditch’
A Barrington resident called police on Monday night, Aug. 26, after spotting two individuals trespassing on her property.   The Watson Avenue resident told police that her doorbell camera … more
Allan Klepper speaks at the annual financial town meeting in May. Klepper has researched possible tax relief programs for senior citizens in Barrington. “You’re helping the people who need the help now,” Klepper said.
Longtime Barrington resident pitches senior tax break plan
Allan Klepper believes he has found the answer. The longtime Barrington resident said he discovered information about a tax relief program offered in a Canadian province that could be tweaked to … more
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Paul Amadio, head of school at Pennfield School, with Allison Serina, senior director of operations and finance. Serina, the first person from Pennfield with whom he had any interaction, also grew up in Leominster, Mass. They didn’t know each other back then, but Amadio played football with her brother.
From the stage to the school
PORTSMOUTH — Just when he thought he was out, they pulled him back in. For years Paul Amadio had been a head of several college-prep boarding schools, most recently in Sedona, Ariz., but … more
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Students ranging from all grade levels gathering on the first day of the 2024-25 term at St. Mary Academy-Bay View, opening the 150th year at the all-female school in East Providence.
St. Mary Academy-Bay View celebrates 150th anniversary
EAST PROVIDENCE — St. Mary Academy-Bay View located in the Riverside section of the city kicked off celebrations of its 150th anniversary, including the start of the 2024-25 term when it … more
Middle Highway, from the intersection with Maple Avenue to Nayatt Road, has been closed while crews repair a sewer line.
Barrington road closed while crews repair sewer line
A failing sewer line has forced officials to close a section of road in Barrington.   About two weeks ago, officials from the Barrington Department of Public Works closed the southern end … more
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Two Barrington High School linemen square off in a drill during preseason practice late last month. The BHS offensive and defensive lines will return with multiple starters from last year’s team.
Veteran lines will anchor BHS football team this season
The Barrington High School football team will lean heavily on its offensive and defensive lines when it takes to the field this fall. Barrington Coach Sandy Gorham said the Eagles boast a number … more
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Police responded to the Carmelite monastery property last week after someone apparently broke into the building.
Police: Vacant monastery building targeted for break-in
Barrington Police responded to the former Carmelite monastery at about 1 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 26, after an alarm signaled that there was an intruder in the building.   Police checked the … more
Barrington Police partnering with Family Service
The Barrington Police Department has entered into an agreement with Family Service of Rhode Island.   The partnership, said Barrington Police Chief Michael Correia, will help the department … more
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Magnus Thorsson stands outside the Bay Spring Community Center in this photo. He recently announced his resignation from the Barrington Resilience and Energy Committee.
Committee member resigns, cites ‘lack of progress’ on renewable energy
The chairman of the Barrington Resilience and Energy Committee announced his resignation this week and pointed to the town’s “lack of progress on implementing the renewable energy … more
Barrington’s Myles Napolitano, shown competing at an indoor track meet last winter, will lead the BHS boys cross country team this fall.
Barrington boys cross country aims to make a run at state title
A year ago, the Barrington High School boys cross country team won the division title, class title and finished third at states. And this year’s team could be even better, said BHS Coach … more
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Barrington posts job listings for director of planning and finance director
Barrington is looking to fill two key administrative positions in the municipal government.   The town is listing job openings for the director of planning, building and resilience, a post … more
Barrington Town Manager Phil Hervey said there is an effort underway to maintain the town’s tree canopy. 
Tree giveaway aimed at helping Barrington's canopy
Now may be the perfect time to plant a tree in your yard.   The town has partnered with the Green Infrastructure Center and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management’s … more
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Pictured are the four Democrats running for Barrington Town Council. They are (clockwise from top left) Liana Cassar, Anthony Arico, Jordan Jancosek and Kerry O'Neill. There will be forum at the Barrington Library auditorium on Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 6:30 p.m. 
Debate will feature Democrats running for Barrington Town Council
The four Democrats running for Barrington Town Council will participate in a forum at the Barrington Library auditorium on Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 6:30 p.m.   Anthony Arico, Liana Cassar, … more
Barges have been docked on the East Providence shoreline at Water Street in preparation for the start of razing the westbound side of the Washington Bridge.
Process of tearing down Washington Bridge westbound span begins
Preparations to raze the dilapidated west side portion of the Washington Bridge structure began in recent weeks with the erection of protective netting and the start of asphalt removal from the … more
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Barrington High School coaches offer instruction to players during preseason practice last week.
No stipend raises for Barrington High School coaches ... again
During the last 12 years, Barrington High School sports team coaches have received one raise.   From 2012 to 2022, Eagles coaches’ stipends were frozen in place, due in part to the … more
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The new Chipotle in Barrington officially opened its doors to the public on Wednesday, Aug. 28.
New Barrington restaurant celebrates grand opening
The day Chipotle opened, officially, bikes littered the sidewalk along County Road.   Some of the ten-speeds and mountain bikes were tossed in the grass and others lay strewn on the curb … more
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