To the editor:
After three years of an extensive public process, the time has come to move forward on 25 Watson, the former monastery. Three years ago, FTM voters relied upon the stated purposes …
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5/22/24
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To the editor:
I am writing to request that you vote YES on the FTM question to redevelop the Carmelite Monastery property on Watson Avenue. A heartfelt thank you to those that turned out to …
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5/22/24
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To the editor:
I am writing to voice my support for the current resolution concerning the town’s plan for the property at 25 Watson Ave. I plan to vote in support of that resolution at the …
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5/22/24
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Barrington Police responded to Barrington Beach on Monday, May 13, after a person called the station to report that an older man was taking photographs of teenage girls.
Police spoke to a …
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5/22/24
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East Bay Homes | May 2024
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5/22/24
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I recently revisited this book, originally written in 2014, by Bob Herbert, former opinion columnist for …
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By Donna Bruno
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5/22/24
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At the FTM on Wednesday night, May 22, Barrington taxpayers will vote on the future of the Monastery property, a $5 million bond to improve athletic fields, and nearly $100 million in school …
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By Josh Bickford
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5/21/24
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To the editor:
It’s rare to witness such hypocrisy as is displayed in Shoshana Landow’s LTE published May 8. In the name of inclusive love, she condemns the efforts of our Christian …
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5/21/24
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To the editor:
I thank the Ryans and Fullers, in their recent letter “DEI’s Godless Agenda,” and Daft and Ryan’s prior letter, for making me aware that our library had …
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5/21/24
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To the editor:
We are writing to express our concern about the proposed plan to install artificial turf playing fields. As members of the Barrington Conservation Commission, we are focused on …
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5/21/24
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Barrington Police are investigating a crash that occurred on the Wampanoag Trail on Sunday morning, May 19.
Police said a 16-year-old Barrington boy was driving at a high rate of speed …
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5/21/24
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It was a busy night for bids. The Barrington Town Council approved a number of bid requests during the May 6 meeting.
BAY Team — $122,832
The Council approved (3-0 vote) …
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5/21/24
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Spring is in the air, and so too are the noxious fumes and aural assault of overpowered lawn equipment. Bird song and children’s voices fill the air only to be abruptly halted by the roar of …
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By Cindy and Ed Moura
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5/21/24
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I t’s not too early to sign up for one of the summer’s most popular fishing events.
“We are thrilled that the Block Island Inshore Fishing Tournament keeps growing. Last year …
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By Capt. Dave Monti
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5/21/24
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In a sure sign that the end of the General Assembly session is approaching, House Speaker Joe Shekarchi has slated a budget caucus for Wednesday afternoon at the Statehouse. A …
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By Ian Donnis
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5/21/24
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In 1934, a predatory dust storm carried windblown shards of the Great Plains over much of the nation. In Chicago, 12 million tons of dust fell. …
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By Donna Bruno
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5/21/24
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The cold wet weather on Sunday, May 19, could not dampen the spirits of those who participated in this year’s HMS Tough Tiger adventure race.
As usual, a very large crowd turned out …
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5/20/24
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One member of the Barrington Town Council pushed pause on a request by the DEI Committee to include a “respectful speech” statement during Council meetings.
Another Council …
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By Josh Bickford
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5/20/24
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Colin Hope scored six goals and Jake Ignall tallied five as the Barrington High School boys lacrosse team defeated Portsmouth 18-7 on Thursday, May 16.
Barrington took a 6-1 lead in the …
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5/17/24
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The Barrington Town Council recently signed off on a bid to renovate the Kent Street tennis courts.
At their May 6 meeting, Council members voted 3-0 to reallocate money from different …
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By Josh Bickford
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5/17/24
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People are encouraged to bring the entire family to Barrington Town Beach this Saturday, May 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for a day of family fun, all while raising money for a great cause.
Two …
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5/17/24
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The Rhode Island Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is offering a $1,000 reward for information that leads to the arrest of the person who killed a dog that washed up on a Barrington …
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5/17/24
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Barbara Papitto, a generous philanthropist and an advocate for education, will be the speaker at the St. Andrew’s School commencement on Saturday, June 1.
Over the last 40-years, …
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5/17/24
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The Barrington High School sailing team finished fifth at the NESSA Team Racing Championship (President’s Trophy) regatta earlier this month and earned a spot at nationals.
The strong …
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5/16/24
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Get ready to tap your toes and snap your fingers because the stage is set for a whirlwind of song, dance, and all that jazz when Arts Alive! presents "Chicago: Teen Edition.”
Student …
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5/16/24
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