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Emily Masse puts her helmet on a student.
Photos: Bristol Fire Department visits local preschool
Firefighters from Bristol Fire Rescue Truck 6 delighted students at The Learning Journey Preschool and Child Care Corp. on Metacom Ave. this past Tuesday. more
These maps show the four currently proposed routes to bring cyclists from south (above) to north (next slide). One would connect to the bike path at Colt State Park. Another would connect at Sip ’n Dip. Another would connect at either Sip ’n Dip or Independence Park. And the last would feed right into the terminus of the bike path at Independence Park. For a full description of each route, see below.
What’s the best way to bike from the park to the university?
The Town of Bristol is exploring ways to connect the popular East Bay Bike Path with the southern end of town, including Roger Williams University. It has hired a design team, funded by a state … more
Bristol eliminates bonuses and buyouts for clerk and administrator
At the last Bristol Town Council meeting on July 28, Chairman Nathan Calouro opened the discussion about compensation and benefits for the town’s two elected employees , Administrator Steven … more
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Cathy Del Nero’s home on Church Street came under fire due to a misunderstanding between what work would be done on her front-facing windows. The experience, and subsequent interactions with former chairman John Allen, led her to levy a complaint in September of 2021.
Complaints allege unfair treatment by Historic District members
Two complaints by Bristol Downtown Historic District homeowners allege multiple incidents of wrongdoing on the part of two of its ranking members. more
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Fr. Christian Anderson is bringing his one-man show, “Jesus Was Not a Doorman” to Bristol on Sept. 10.
Hollywood doorman turned priest is bringing his unique story to Bristol
“What happens when a good ol’ church boy ends up running the door at the hottest nightclub in Hollywood?” more
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New bill proposes change to Bristol Warren's bus region
A new bill would move Bristol Warren into a region alongside more nearby school districts, and could impact families who send their kids to schools in Providence, Pawtucket, and elsewhere in Rhode Island. more
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Becky Chace had her own band, sold thousands of CDs and played at big venues, before pausing music to become a teacher. These days, she’s playing music on her own terms — and having fun.
Meet Becky Chace: A prolific musician with a future all her own
I had sought out, for some time, singer, songwriter, guitarist Becky Chace for an interview regarding her life and times in music. A life rich in gigs, travel, recordings, starts, stops and … more
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Bristol PD: Skinned deer discovered in water near Independence Park
Bristol Police made five arrests and found a grisly discovery at Independence Park between Oct. 2-9, 2023. more
The center of attention on the farm which bears the family name, the late Patrick Usher (standing center) always loved being surrounded by his family.
Family and friends reflect on the love, and legacy, sown by Patrick Usher
Patrick Usher Sr. passed away recently at the age of 82 after a highly successful career as a farmer and a man of vision. more
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19-year-old Bristol mother arrested following sudden death of infant
A teenage mother was arrested in Bristol on Tuesday and charged with child endangerment and obstructing an officer following the sudden death of her 2-month-old child that occurred on April 12. more
Why is this Bristol Council race more important than ever?
Locally, is this 2020 election uniquely significant or distinctive in any way? And if so, how should Bristol voters decide who gets their vote? All eight candidates for Bristol Town Council faced … more
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Junior sailor Freida Milner gets expert instruction from United States SailGP Team members Jimmy Spithill (l) and Cooper Dressler.
Young sailors reach new heights
Bristol Yacht Club and the East Bay Sailing Foundation welcomed world class sailors to town over two days in late July for a unique experience that some lucky young sailors will remember for a … more
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What can be done about low school morale?
Part three of a Q&A series with the eight Bristol candidates for three available seats on the school committee. more
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John Migliori with a 25.5-inch pickerel he caught on Aquidneck Island last week.
Opening Day for fishing season is this Saturday
O pening Day of the freshwater fishing season in Rhode Island is at 6 a.m. this Saturday, April 8.   The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) has stocked 100 waterways, many … more
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Brian Ganley (left) and Melissa Cotta both spoke to the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority board of directors on Wednesday morning, urging them to investigate how to install suicide prevention barriers on the state's tall bridges.
To prevent suicides, citizens ask bridge board for a safety study
The Rhode Island Bridge and Turnpike Authority Board opened its final meeting under Director Buddy Croft’s tenure on Wednesday morning with public comments from citizens concerned with stopping … more
How many Bristol residents want smaller trash bins?
Bristol Town Councilor Mary Parella brought up an issue at the July 1 council meeting that, for some residents, remains an unresolved complication of the new automated trash collection system. … more
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Tish Bodell Hopkins (left) and Barbara Materna are the team behind BABS + Tish, the newest face in Bristol’s downtown retail scene.
A colorful collaboration in downtown Bristol
Step inside BABS + Tish, and you’re welcomed with a cacophony of seasonal color (today, that’s early fall). Despite offering two separate product lines, handmade bags (by Babs) and … more
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The Walley Beach seawall will be getting major repairs and upgrades, designed to make it easier to go from land to sea, with three separate access points along the park, which is nestled between two private residences at the southeastern end of Bristol Harbor.
Bristol uses some of shopping plaza profit for a better beach
The sale of the shopping center at the corner of Hope Street and Gooding Avenue in January yielded a tidy $2.8 million profit for Bristol . It was a deal several years in the making, and the plan has … more
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Midfielder, Nick Andreozzi, boots a shot on goal in the first half of the team's game against East on Friday night. Mt. Hope won, 4-1. Andreozzi is sixth in scoring in Division II, with 3 goals and 3 assists for 9 points.
Huskies overpower East, 4-1, stay on top of Division II
The fall sun slid beneath the trees creating shadows on Vendituoli Field as the Mt. Hope soccer team overpowered Cranston East, 4-1, during a home game on Friday afternoon. The Huskies are currently … more
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A truck is towed away from the scene of the incident, showing visible damage from gunshots fired in the owner’s direction by a resident of a High Street apartment building.
High Street shooting ends without injuries
A harrowing encounter on High Street in Bristol ended peacefully Wednesday morning, as Bristol and Rhode Island State Police were able to apprehend a 32-year-old suspect who fired multiple shots from … more
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Huskies second baseman Dan Desilets missed a short throw from shortstop Dayton Van Amberg in an attempt to start a double play during Mt. Hope's home game against South Kingstown on Wednesday. Instead both runners were safe. The Huskies made a combined 15 errors in the South Kingstown away and home series.
Four losses highlight tough run for Huskies baseball
The Huskies were swept in a two-game away and home series to South Kingstown, and lost to North Kingstown twice to fall from a tie for first place to a tie for 10th with a record of 4-4. more
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Community support has sprung up around Bristol and the East Bay, through t-shirts and lawn signs honoring his memory.
Remembering Wilson Furtado
A celebration of his life will be held on Sunday, Sept. 18 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Mount Hope Farm, which generously donated the space to host this event. This will be a fun family day, with cornhole, face painting, kids games and more. more
Huskies’ guard Abby Razzino (above) scored a combined 40 points to lead the Huskies and earn tournament MVP. The senior scored 21 points in Mt. Hope’s 64-46 pummeling of Coventry on Tuesday and 19 in the 47-36 championship win over Pilgrim on Wednesday.
Huskies girls basketball team wins Classic championship
The Mt. Hope girls basketball team crushed Coventry and outlasted Pilgrim to win the Ocean State Credit Union Holiday Classic played in Coventry on Wednesday afternoon. The pair of wins improved the … more
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The large replica of Magellan’s flagship will be open for tours at the Church Street dock throughout the week.
10th annual Bristol Harbor Fest is this Saturday
The full schedule of events includes the Blessing of the Fleet at 1 p.m.; a stuffie competition at 2:30 p.m.; and a traditional native littleneck boil from 5 to 7 p.m. more
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Everson Goglia speeds around the track during the 300 meter run at the Division Championships at the PCTA on Tuesday night.
Indoor track team improves at divisions
The boys indoor track team placed eighth in the high powered Metropolitan Division during the division championships at the Providence Career and Technical Academy on Tuesday night. Barrington beat … more
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