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Barrington officials ask ‘How many students are too many students?’

Should Barrington school class sizes be limited to a certain number of students each year? And if so, does that need to be made a policy by school officials? That was one of the topics … more

By Josh Bickford | 6/24/25

Rumford 11U All Stars catcher Jameson Bazar attempts to tag out Barrington runner Rocco Coppolino at the plate.

Barrington All Stars advance with dramatic walk-off

Barrington Little League’s 11U and 50/70 All Star baseball teams both won games on Monday night, June 23. The 11U team walked off Rumford Little League in extra innings thanks to … more

6/24/25

If the parking lot is near capacity at the Barrington Beach, officials will reserve the available parking for Barrington residents.

Price to park: Non-residents pay one way or another to use Barrington Beach

In four days, Barrington Police ticketed nearly 70 cars that were parked illegally on streets near the town beach. Each ticket carried a $25 fine. According to Barrington Police Chief … more

By Josh Bickford | 6/23/25

People walking along Barrington Beach encountered the sign near the eastern edge of the parking lot.

Surprise beach sign — private property reminder or illegal placard?

On Wednesday afternoon, June 18, at the eastern end of Barrington Beach, just past the edge of the parking lot, a small sign warned people “No Trespassing, this beach is private … more

6/23/25

The Narragansett Boat Club’s Women’s Coxed U17 4 team celebrates after winning the title at the 2025 USRowing Youth National Championship. Pictured are (from left to right) Amelia Collins, Maylie Conway, Isabel Guerra, Molly DiGiacomo and Madeline Hardison.

Barrington rowers win national championships

The Narragansett Boat Club’s Junior Rowing program won two national championships earlier this month, and Barrington athletes played key roles in the victories. The Women’s … more

6/23/25

Members of the Bagels Etc. Yankees celebrate after winning the Barrington Little League Majors Division title.

Barrington Little League Yankees win division championship

The Bagels Etc. Yankees outlasted the University Orthopedics Cubs to win the Barrington Little League Majors Division Championship recently. Bagels Etc. won the game 4-2 in extra innings. The … more

6/22/25

General Assembly passes amended assault weapons ban bill

PROVIDENCE — Following approval of an amended version of the legislation in the State Senate earlier in the day, the House of Representatives followed suit to pass an assault weapons ban bill … more

By Mike Rego | 6/20/25

Full Rhode Island Senate passes amended assault weapons ban bill

PROVIDENCE — By a vote of 26-11 and after some two hours of debate Friday afternoon, June 20, the Rhode Island Senate passed an amended version of an assault weapons ban bill. The bill, … more

By Mike Rego | 6/20/25

The Barrington High School boys JV track team won the state championship. The Barrington High School JV girls team also won the state championship.

Barrington’s JV teams win track state championships

The Barrington High School junior varsity boys and girls track teams won their respective Rhode Island JV Track State Championships recently. The BHS boys team scored 75 points, finishing … more

6/20/25

Second allegation surfaces against Barrington school bus monitor

Barrington School officials have notified families across town about a second sexual assault allegation levied against a Barrington school bus monitor. In an email sent on Thursday night, … more

By Josh Bickford | 6/20/25

Barrington's Myles Napolitano (second from right), shown competing in the track state championship, set a new school record in the 1,600-meter race at the New England Championships recently.

Barrington High School athletes place against best in the region

The Barrington High School boys track team competed in the New England Championships, held recently in Connecticut. Myles Napolitano led the way for the Eagles. Napolitano raced to a … more

6/19/25

“A Solstice Retreat to Rest, Reflect, Recharge, and Resist” will be held on Monday, June 23, starting at 7 p.m. on the terrace of Barrington Congregational Church.

Poetry, live music, moments of stillness and more in Barrington on Monday

“A Solstice Retreat to Rest, Reflect, Recharge, and Resist,” hosted by Barrington Interfaith Partners, will take place on Monday, June 23, starting at 7 p.m. on the terrace of Barrington … more

6/19/25

Walker Farm project in Barrington is complete, it is time for a party!

The Town of Barrington and community partners will celebrate the revitalization of Walker Farm on Saturday, June 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The celebration will feature a brief ribbon-cutting … more

6/19/25

The Make-A-Wish Foundation will send the Kelly family to Greece, granting Nora’s wish request. Pictured are (from left to right) Jared, Nora, Charlotte, Maeve and Katie Kelly during a special event held at Rhode Island Country Club.

All smiles as their wish comes true

The main dining room at Rhode Island Country Club is nearly filled with people. At the front of the room, 14-year-old Barrington resident Nora Kelly stands with her sisters, Maeve and … more

By Josh Bickford | 6/19/25

Restaurant staff member Maria carefully places a plant-based “chicken” sandwich in the food window, ready for pickup for a dine-in order.

The business is the mission, and the mission is the business

Serial entrepreneur Kim Anderson and her family aspire to more than just building a business. They want to grow their business, while helping the environment, healing the world, setting good … more

By Michelle Mercure | 6/19/25

Senate Judiciary Committee passes DiPalma's amended assault weapons ban bill

PROVIDENCE — By an 8-6 vote Wednesday, June 18, the Judiciary Committee of the State Senate passed an amended bill, 2025-S359, which, coupled with a version passed by the House of … more

By Mike Rego | 6/18/25

Pictured is the East Bay 7/8 Girls’ Lacrosse team: (back row) Assistant coach Greg Blanco, Surry-Jane Manville, Molly Reagan, Mila Aguirre, Adelaide Crosby, Nina Hansen, Marisa Sao Bento, Ruby Sander, Daisy Moscrop, Kendall Blaney, Bridget Nolan, head coach Cerissa Blaney, (front row) assistant coach Jacqueline LoVerme, Avery Blanco, Maggie Porter, Lucy LoVerme, Skyler LoVerme, Emma LoVerme, and Hadley Slusarz.

East Bay Lacrosse: A season to celebrate

East Bay Lacrosse celebrated two state championships recently. The East Bay Lacrosse Boys 5/6 team and the Girls 7/8 team each won Division I state championships. The East Bay 7/8 … more

6/18/25

Buses roll out of the Hampden Meadows School driveway.

Barrington’s new deal with bus company worth $10.7M over five years

The Barrington School Committee has approved a five-year contract with Ocean State Transit to provide busing for district students. Ocean State is the current transportation provider for … more

By Josh Bickford | 6/18/25

Barrington Middle School cross country and track coach Larson Gunness (right) is shown leading an Eagle Speed summer running program practice a few years ago.

Want to run faster? Check out this Barrington program

Do you want to become a stronger runner? Do you want to build overall core and general strength? Do you want to learn about good running technique? Do you want to run with friends and have fun? … more

6/18/25

The Washington Bridge amidst its demolition in late 2024.

Second round of grants for East Providence businesses exceeds $500,000

The City of East Providence is launching a second round of grant funding for those businesses that did not have the opportunity to apply the first time around. more

6/18/25

A car drives along New Meadow Road past Hampden Meadows School last week. Officials are exploring the idea of installing speed cameras in school zones.

For and against — Barrington residents split over speed cameras

Joelle Adams is for them. So is Camille Field. James Jackson is against them. And so too is Anthony Bucci. More than a dozen residents spoke out about speed cameras during a … more

By Josh Bickford | 6/18/25

Vintage Baseball will be played this year on June 21 at Guiteras School Field on Washington St. as part of the Bristol Fourth of July Celebration.

First pitch for annual vintage baseball game is June 21

Once upon a time, long before many of us reading this article were even born, the game of baseball was king of all sports, especially at this time of year, when ball clubs from Bristol and … more

BY MANUEL C. “MANNY” CORREIRA | 6/18/25

Barrington Police: Resident blames neighbor for dead mouse in the pool

An Upland Way resident in Barrington called police on Tuesday, June 10, after finding a dead mouse in her swimming pool. The resident told police she suspected a neighbor had thrown the dead … more

6/17/25

Signs warning motorists about speed cameras are posted along the road in front of East Providence High School. Barrington officials are considering the same approach for local school zones.

Barrington School Committee waiting to offer opinion on speed cameras

The speed camera proposal landed in front of the Barrington School Committee on Thursday night, June 12. Committee member Tim McNamara said speed cameras were a hot topic in town. He also said … more

6/17/25

Barrington legislator’s bill aimed at helping law enforcement

Rep. Jennifer Boylan introduced a bill that is intended to assist law enforcement in solving gun-related crimes by taking advantage of a national ballistics analysis database. And recently, the RI … more

6/17/25