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PHS defender Joe Rocco pressures his Barrington opponent near the goal Friday night. By the end of the first quarter, the Patriots had already secured a 7-0 lead against the Eagles and went on to win 10-7 for their fourth straight victory.
Portsmouth beats Barrington for 4th straight victory (photos)
BARRINGTON — The Portsmouth High boys’ varsity lacrosse team won its fourth straight game on Friday when it defeated Barrington, 10-7, on the road. more
Who should serve on the school building committee?
Two weeks ago, the Barrington School Committee abandoned the plan to build a new Grade 3-to-5 school in town.   And on Thursday night, Jan. 19, committee members took their first step … more
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Longtime journalist Sean Daly has lived in Barrington for 30 years. “Quite frankly, I love this town and everything about it,” he said.
Veteran journalist reflects on four decades of work
It’s not every day you get a chance to rub elbows with a big-time journalist whose resume is nationally recognized and in tune with some of this country’s most esteemed newspaper and … more
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Barrington School Committee legal counsel Aubrey Lombardo, and Committee members Frazier Bell, TJ Peck, Patrick McCrann and Megan Douglas (from left to right) discuss the MAC program at Nayatt School during a meeting late last month.
Barrington School Committee postpones phase-out of MAC program
The Barrington School Department will not begin phasing out a multi-age program at Nayatt School, as officials had initially planned.   Late last month, members of the Barrington School … more
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Neal and the Vipers play a show at Latham Park in a previous year.
Latham Park changes anger some Bay Spring residents
Six evergreen trees and a slab of cement at Latham Park have left some Bay Spring residents feeling pretty upset. The town planted the trees and installed the cement pad at Latham Park as … more
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The scene inside a previous FTM in Barrington.
End of the FTM era in Barrington?
The Barrington Charter Review Commission reviewed the results of a resident survey, explored possible alternatives to the financial town meeting format, and has agreed on a possible new … more
Barrington’s Isys Dunphy defends the basket against Bay View during the State Tournament semifinals at URI's Ryan Center on Saturday.
Photos: Barrington High School teams battle in Final Four games
The Barrington High School boys and girls basketball teams competed in the State Tournament Final Fours at URI's Ryan Center over the weekend. And while the Eagles were not able to bring home a … more
Barrington High School's Bryce Kupperman (left) and Gabe Anderson won the RI State Tennis Doubles Championship last weekend. It was the second straight state championship for Kupperman and Anderson.
Barrington High School doubles team repeats as state champs
Barrington High School’s number one doubles team of Bryce Kupperman and Gabe Anderson won its second straight state championship last weekend. The Eagles duo knocked off a doubles team … more
Barrington Middle School teacher Stuart Moran points to the camera while participating in last week's Unity Walk.
Barrington Middle School students and staff enjoy Unity Walk
Beautiful weather… plus a big happy crowd… plus an upcoming three-day holiday weekend… equals a great event. The entire Barrington Middle School community — students, … more
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Barrington resident Ruth Oppenheim (third from left) heads back to her car after discovering she was not able to register for a vaccination on Friday morning.
Barrington seniors brave cold weather, hope to register for vaccine
Ruth Oppenheim pushed through a bitterly cold wind as she made her way to the front door of Barrington Town Hall early Friday morning. The 93-year-old Barrington resident was hoping to register to … more
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Officials with the Barrington Community Garden will hold plot registration from March 1 to 15 for those who leased a plot in 2020. For newcomers, the registration period runs March 16 to 31.
Reserve your community garden plot in Barrington
The gray of winter will soon be replaced with the green of spring. That means Barrington residents may want to start thinking about registering for a plot in the community garden. The … more
Who spends least on students? Would you believe … Barrington?
Let’s try a game the kids like to play — two truths and a lie. Following are three statements. Two are true, one is not … 1. Barrington has the best public schools in Rhode … more
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Day of Caring volunteers pose for a group photo before heading off to complete service projects.
Barrington shows it cares: Day of Caring turns 5
Another year. Another Day of Caring. Barrington celebrated its fifth annual Day of Caring earlier this month, as dozens of volunteers stepped up to help their neighbors with all sorts of … more
Coach Mike Raffa and his BHS boys basketball team defeated Mount Pleasant 70-46 on Thursday night, Dec. 15.
Strong second half powers Eagles to 24-point victory
The Barrington High School boys basketball team rebounded from a four-point halftime deficit to defeat Mount Pleasant 70-46 on Thursday night, Dec. 15.   The Eagles stormed out to a 19-10 … more
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Police, EMTs use thermal camera to find missing 12-year-old
Barrington Police and Firefighters tracked down a local girl a short time after she was reported missing last week. A Barrington resident called police on Tuesday, Jan. 17 at about 7:25 p.m. to … more
Barrington re-starts school improvement process
One night. Two meetings. Two votes.  On Thursday night, Feb. 9, Barrington officials formally voted to submit a Stage 1 proposal to the Rhode Island Department of Education for improvements … more
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Shaw's Supermarket in Barrington recently raised more than $15,000 for Tap-In.
Supermarket fund-raiser brings thousands of dollars to Tap-In
An East Bay area food pantry recently received a large donation from Shaw’s and Star Market Nourishing Neighbors Community Relief Initiative. Tap-In, a non-profit that helps people in need … more
Officials are planning to develop a multi-use path that runs from the Barrington High School campus (shown) to the East Bay Bike Path.
Leftover middle school money will pay for new path in Barrington
An effort is under way to create a multi-use path connecting Barrington High School to the East Bay Bike Path. The new multi-use path will run from the southern edge of the high school campus … more
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The Ocean Race 2022-23 - 1 July 2023. Prize giving on stage in the Ocean Live Park in Genova. Overall 1st Place IMOCA, 11th Hour Racing Team.
11th Hour Racing to celebrate Ocean Race victory this Friday
The first American team to ever win Ocean Race will hoist the cup in Newport on Friday, and all are invited. more
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The Legion Way ice rink is shown during the winter months.
Council says yes to ice rink repairs, new police and fire equipment
Good news for ice hockey enthusiasts: Repairs are coming to the Legion Way ice rink. At its meeting late last month, the Barrington Town Council voted 5-0 to have the outdoor rink resurfaced and … more
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Susan Ruggieri said her home’s assessment increased by nearly 35 percent. She is hoping that her recent appeal meeting with an official from Northeast Reval will lead to a reduction in her assessment.
Sticker shock — resident reacts to recent revaluation
Susan Ruggieri is still reeling after the recent town-wide revaluation resulted in a 35 percent increase to her home’s assessment. The Rose Lane resident said her home’s previous … more
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How much will it cost Barrington to bring the current elementary school buildings in-line with the new middle school? How much will it cost to upgrade the ventilation systems and security systems? How much will it cost to create better learning environments?
Back to school — build new schools?
Barrington school leaders are planning for the future. And the future might not include Nayatt School or Sowams School.  A facilities study that is focused on Barrington Public Schools offers … more
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On Sunday, Dec. 18 at 6 p.m., Temple Habonim will hold a candlelight service/vigil on its front lawn to "Shine a Light on Antisemitism."
‘Shine a Light on Antisemitism’ this Sunday in Barrington
Temple Habonim in Barrington will hold a special candlelight service/vigil on its front lawn on Sunday, Dec. 18 at 6 p.m., to "Shine a Light on Antisemitism.”   “Our goal is to … more
Gabe Tanous, shown in a game earlier this season, had a hit in the Eagles' game against Narragansett on Tuesday.
Win streak snapped — Barrington baseball loses to Narragansett
The Barrington High School baseball team lost to Narragansett 3-2 on Tuesday, May 16. The Eagles had reeled off 12 straight wins and locked up a first round bye in the Division II playoffs, … more
According to the Sept. 20 presentation, the BHS addition would use the space currently filled by the teachers’ parking lot near the eastern end of the building.
Here's what is being planned for Barrington schools
Residents were offered their first glance at what Barrington schools may look like in the future. At a special “community conversation” held on Wednesday night, Sept. 20, residents … more
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