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Calling all Purple Heart recipients from Bristol

In August of 2019, then-Gov. Gina Raimondo declared Rhode Island a Purple Heart State, joining 44 other states and the territory of Guam. Last week, a proclamation made by Councilman Aaron Ley, …
University welcomes $1.6 million to bolster oyster and aquaculture efforts
On Monday, Aug. 8, Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse joined Roger Williams University President Ioannis Miaoulis for a … Read More
Police: Bristol driver charged with DUI, fleeing accident in Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH — A 38-year-old Bristol woman was arrested by Portsmouth Police on Tuesday, Aug. 2, after she allegedly fled the scene … Read More
Keep these dates in mind for the upcoming elections
The deadline to register to vote (by any means) is Aug. 14 for the primary and Oct. 9 for the general election. Read More

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Sports
 Bristol Warren 10U falls in state tourney after taking district title
After an 8-4 conquering of Rumford delivered the Bristol Warren 10U Little League team a District 2 title and a trip to the state … Read More
Bristol Warren All-Stars fall to Portsmouth in finals
Despite a valiant effort and great play throughout the District 2 Majors tournament, the Bristol Warren All-Stars ultimately fell to … Read More
Portsmouth Major All-Stars advance to states (photos)
BRISTOL — The Portsmouth Major Little League All-Stars are going to the state tournament.  They beat Bristol/Warren 8-4 on … Read More

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Obituaries
Raymond Simone Simone, Raymond J., 84, of Briarfield Road, Barrington, died peacefully on August 9, 2022 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Barbara Ann (Morrill) Simone. Born in
Joseph Travers Jr. Joseph Edward Travers, Jr, 50, of Warwick, RI, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Fall River, MA on October 3, 1971. Joseph (Jay) graduated from

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Opinion
Letter: Gun advocates’ claims are just myths

I read the letter “Shall not be infringed” with amusement and despair. I would like to address a few of the claims the writer made in his letter: 1. When did a …

Letter: Two observations concerning bicycle safety

Letter: 'Shall not be misled' … on guns in America

Editorial: Exit common sense

Letter: We need a police officer at the Town Beach

Letter: Writer ignores the pulse of real voters

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