In regard to the Nov. 19 letter to the Phoenix entitled “Response to Nov. 15 edition of the Phoenix,” the writer asserts that character cannot be confirmed. Perhaps not, but … more

Agnes Dorothy (Alves) Marshall, 91, a lifelong resident of Bristol, R.I., died, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020, at the home of her daughter in Warren, R.I. She was the wife of the late Joseph … more

It’s always a good idea to shop locally, and it might mean more this year than ever before. The pandemic has disrupted everything — every person, every organization, every business. By … more

In the days following an historic election, it has been interesting to see some individuals attempting to put their own spin on the intentions of Bristol’s voters and the local election … more

Carl DaPonte resists the “hero” label. “I did what anyone should have done,” said the Swansea resident of the scene he happened upon while delivering a Pizza Wave pie in … more

Bristolians should be proud that they had the integrity to reject Question 1 and keep “Providence Plantations.” Our district representatives (so-called) had better sit up and take notice … more

Josephine Calce, 88, of Hope Street, Bristol, died Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2020, at Saint Elizabeth Manor in Bristol. She was the wife of the late Marco Calce Jr. Josephine was born in Bristol, the … more

Maria Estrella (Correia) Sousa, 93, of Orchard Street, Bristol, passed away on Nov. 23, 2020, at Silver Creek Manor. She was the wife of the late Hermano Medeiros Sousa. Born in Sta. Antonio, … more

Eileen (Silvia) Botelho, 88, passed away on Friday, Nov. 20, 2020, at Silver Creek Manor. She was the wife of the late George Botelho, to whom she had been married to for 60 years before his death in … more