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A Barrington resident wanted to file a  complaint with local police against a member of the Barrington Town Council last week. On Wednesday, Feb. 3, the resident told police she had sent a … more
On Tuesday morning, Feb. 9, Sixth Division District Court Judge Stephen Isherwood ruled that the Hate Crime Sentencing Enhancement should not be applied to Barrington resident Dr. Richard … more
Rhode Island District Court Judge Stephen M. Isherwood ruled on Wednesday, Feb. 3 that Barrington resident Richard Gordon was guilty of simple assault and disorderly conduct, stemming from an Aug. 3, … more
Barrington police responded to a variety of incidents last week: • On Saturday, Jan. 23, a Western Avenue resident called police to report that a man had been riding a dirt bike around nearby … more
Barrington police responded to a variety of different incidents last week: • On Friday, Jan. 15, a Barrington resident stopped into the station to file a report for missing lawn signs. … more
A Barrington resident reported a possible attempted break-in last week. The Anoka Avenue resident said the incident occurred on Jan. 7 at about 6:56 p.m., although it was not reported until Monday, … more
Barrington Town Manager Jim Cunha shared some good news during Monday night’s council meeting: In 60 years, Barrington has not had a single pedestrian fatality. That record runs in stark … more
The deadline to board up any open windows and doors at the former Zion Bible College property may be fast approaching, but that did nothing to slow down illegal trespassers last week. On … more
An alert Barrington police officer came to the assistance of a woman in need last week. The officer was on routine patrol on Monday, Dec. 7, driving along Narragansett Avenue when he spotted a … more
A Barrington resident called police on Monday, Dec. 7, after he spotted a man rummage through his mailbox, take a package out of it, open the package, and then throw the package on the ground. … more
A Grinch on the loose? On Saturday, Dec. 12, a Lincoln Avenue resident in Barrington called police to report stolen Christmas lights. The resident said her dogs had been barking the night … more
Barrington Police made a few arrests last week, including one for larceny under $1,500. Following are some items from the police incident log. • Barrington police charged Robert Silvia, 55, … more
The Barrington Police Department is once again collecting toys as part of its "Fill a Cruiser" holiday campaign. For years, Barrington police officers have organized a toy collection program for … more
Barrington police are investigating an accident that occurred on Monday afternoon on New Meadow Road involving two people in their 80s. Barrington Police Chief Dino DeCrescenzo said an 82-year-old … more
A Barrington police officer was on patrol at 12:55 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 24, when he spotted a vehicle speeding on Maple Avenue. The officer ordered that vehicle over to the side of the road, and … more
A Warren man is facing a drug possession charge following a traffic stop on Saturday, Oct. 31, in town. A Barrington police officer ordered a vehicle over to the side of County Road at about 6 … more
Barrington police have noticed a sharp increase in the number of bikes reported stolen over the last few weeks. According to police more than a dozen bicycles have been reported stolen; … more
Barrington police responded to the Wampanoag Trail near the first bird sanctuary at about 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 7 after a pedestrian was struck by a car while crossing the road. Police said … more
The attorney for Dr. Richard Gordon called Barrington Police on Friday morning, Sept. 18, and reported an alleged issue involving his client's neighbor. The attorney told police that his client's … more
Barrington police received a 911 call at about 12:40 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 5 from a Lake Avenue resident after he spotted smoke coming from a neighbor's house. Police said the man — he … more
Dr. Richard Gordon, newly accused of a hate crime, offered a statement through his attorney on Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 11, saying he was the victim of an assault. According to the statement, Dr. … more
Barrington police charged Drew Vatter, 18, of Barrington, with reckless driving on Thursday, July 9. Mr. Vatter was the driver of the Audi SUV that crashed on Washington Road on Tuesday, June … more
An 18-year-old Barrington resident survived a serious car accident early Tuesday morning, June 30. Police said the teenager was driving an Audi SUV south down Washington Road at about 2 a.m. when … more
Barrington Police are using extra party patrols to crack down on underage drinking. On Thursday, June 25, a party patrol unit was checking Barrington Beach at about 8:40 p.m. when officers … more
Barrington police and firefighters were kept busy with two incidents 10 minutes apart on Tuesday, June 9.  At 5:05 p.m. police officers assisted firefighters and EMTs following an accident … more
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