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R.I. to receive $125 million in federal funds for Washington Bridge replacement

The federal funds are being awarded to the state through the “Mega grant” program, also known as the National Infrastructure Project Assistance program, which is designed to support large transportation projects that are difficult to fund.
Huskies split soccer double-dip, boys stay unbeaten in seven
BRISTOL — The Mt. Hope High School soccer clubs split a doubleheader played in town at the Vendituoli Complex Thursday night, Sept. … Read More
Win a date for two anywhere in the world, courtesy of Bristol Rotary
Where can you buy a chance at a dream date night for only $25, and support local food pantries at the same time? The Bristol Rotary … Read More
Bristol Planning Board requests more info on new high school plan
Sticking points including drainage, irrigation, parking, and artificial turf force a continuance of project's first local approval … Read More
Sports
Jackson, Nencka lead Huskies in shutout
Thea Jackson and Sara Nencka each scored 2 goals as the Mt. Hope girls soccer team blanked Lincoln 4-0 in a Division I home game on … Read More
'Victory Bell' to be installed in honor of Mt. Hope soccer player
The late Maddie Pacheco, who passed away in November of 2023, will leave a legacy heard loud and clear. Read More
RIFAC athletes shine in lead up to national championships
It was another terrific spring and summer season of competitions for several Rhode Island Fencing Academy & Club athletes of all … Read More
Obituaries
Thomas Hancock Thomas P. Hancock passed away on September 18, 2024, after a prolonged illness. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Beverly, his daughter Deby and son-in-law Dave Smith, his son Dwayne and daughte
Michael Parker Michael Edward Parker died peacefully on Monday, Sept.16, after a sudden deterioration from Lewy Body Dementia. Born June 5, 1947, in Canton, New York, he was the son of Robert Parker and Jean Parker
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