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Gina Raimondo reveals plans to reopen schools in Rhode Island next fall.
Gov. Raimondo — 'It's time to get back to school'
Distance learning has been a great success, but it is time to get back to school, Governor Gina Raimondo announced at Wednesday's coronavirus press briefing, a session devoted almost entirely to … more
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Raimondo: Virus illustrates need for big changes in state’s health care system
Though the numbers are trending down, Covid-19 is still very much present in Rhode Island, Gov. Gina Raimondo said during her daily briefing Thursday.  Since Wednesday, 14 more Rhode … more
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Cool off, Knock It Off! Warren restaurant joins viral campaign
It started with T-shirts. Then came coffee, beer, personal protective equipment - even barbecue sauce. Now the wildly popular “Knock It Off” design created by a Warren-owned Providence … more
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Dustin Reynolds, double amputee and around-the-world sailor, is docking in Bristol for some repairs and rest, before setting off again on the high seas.
Sailing solo, with two limbs, a big heart and a sense of humor
As one of the capitals of the boatbuilding and yachting world, Bristol has produced some legendary sailors, from Nathaniel Herreshoff to Charlie Enright — and hosted many, many more. None has a … more
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Gov. Gina Raimondo at her daily COVID-19 briefing on Friday, May 29.
Nursing homes will remain closed to visitors on June 1
PROVIDENCE — If you’ve been unable to visit a loved one living in a nursing home or an assisted living facility since the COVID-19 outbreak, you’ll have to wait at least … more
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Pastor Burton Bagby-Grose (foreground) with pastor for youth and missions Hilary McLellan will be keeping the doors of the First Congregational Church closed to in-person worship, for now.
Some churches are taking their time before reopening
Pastor Burton Bagby-Grose of Bristol’s First Congregational Church has a familiar call-and-response that he enjoys doing with his congregation. “I’ll say, ‘No matter who … more
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2nd Lt. Nick Williams graduates along with the U.S. Naval Academy’s Class of 2020, in a socially-distant live ceremony held last Friday in Annapolis, Md. Nick chose to enter the Marine Corps upon graduation.
Navy grad wants to help — so he's going to run for 24 hours
Like every other college student in America, Nick Williams was home a few weeks ago with not much to do. Banished from campus and quarantined mostly at home, he and his younger brother George were … more
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Gov. Gina Raimondo describes what it will look like to dine at a restaurant or get your hair cut in Rhode Island next week.
Welcome back, indoor dining, hair cuts and youth sports
Beginning Monday, when Rhode Island transitions to Phase 2 of its economic reboot, residents will be able to dine indoors, cut and color their hair, get a new coat of nail polish for the first time … more
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The Magaziners, (from left) Jonathan, Ira, Suzanne, Sarah and Seth, pose after Suzanne was named 2020 chief marshal.
Behind the scenes as Bristol introduces its 2020 chief marshal
The Bristol Fourth of July Committee was introduced to the chief marshal for its 2020 celebration by unusual means Wednesday evening. In a brief ceremony held in a courtyard outside of … more
Suzanne Magaziner is chief marshal of the 2020 Bristol Fourth of July Celebration. What that entails remains to be seen, but whatever it is, she has a message for people — things are going to get better.
Suzanne Magaziner is Fourth of July chief marshal for 2020
Suzanne Magaziner has lived a remarkable life. “Only in America could the working-class granddaughter of four impoverished immigrants grow up to attend college and law school, and work in … more
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Gov. Raimondo previews state’s 'Phase 2’ reopening plans
PROVIDENCE — Explaining “a lot of information will be coming out in next couple of weeks as we start reopening our economy,” Gov. Gina Raimondo spent the better part of her Friday, … more
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DEM issues COVID-19, other boating safety guidelines
PROVIDENCE — As Memorial Day and the start of the boating season approaches, the Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is asking boaters to follow COVID-19 social distancing rules and … more
Bristol Police: ‘Large’ gatherings and two domestic violence arrests
Bristol Police spent much of the weekend chasing down complaints of "large" groups gathering in violations of state restrictions. Some were legitimate complaints that ended with officers dispersing … more
Bristol Patrolman Sean Gonsalves is about to have the COVID-19 test administered by a member of the Rhode Island National Guard, who operates behind a protective shield inside a mobile trailer.
National Guard tests first-responders in Bristol and Warren
The Rhode Island National Guard rolled into Bristol on Thursday afternoon and set up a mobile COVID-19 testing facility at the Bristol Fire Department headquarters. Working out of two trailers … more
Rosalee Bagby-Grose, 10, from the First Congregational Church, carries a box of Blount lentil soups to a vehicle pulled up along High Street during the church’s soup giveaway on Tuesday.
Bristol church's soup giveaway is a huge hit
The First Congregational Church in Bristol took 300 cases of donated Blount Fine Foods soups and distributed them to families in need during a two-and-a-half-hour stretch on Tuesday. They are … more
Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo reminded people that large gatherings are still not allowed and the guidelines governing travel are still in place.
Governor responds to 17% unemployment rate, questions about new app
As the country prepares to celebrate the Memorial Day holiday, Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo reminded people that large gatherings are still not allowed and the guidelines governing travel are … more
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Lory Snady-McCoy (left) and friend April Carleton have lunch at the Beehive’s outdoor covered patio on Monday.
Bristol starts approving new outdoor dining plans
While people continue to enjoy takeout from local restaurants, several of those that can adapt to the state’s newest outdoor dining regulations are trying to do so. The town has, to date, … more
Commentary: Underage drinking during COVID-19
EAST BAY — Today we face a national crisis in the form of a deadly pandemic. However, we at the East Bay Regional Coalition remind all there is a hidden link between COVID-19 and other national … more
The Rev. Marinaldo Batista, in the inside of St. Elizabeth’s Church, where they have taped off pews and made preparations to hold in-person Mass beginning May 31.
Bristol churches adapting to new rules to be ready for reopening
With some 500 families in his parish, the Rev. Marinaldo Batista is used to saying Mass before a crowd. In fact, he says Mass four times every Sunday to accommodate the people who want to come to St. … more
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Gov. Gina Raimondo at her Friday, May 15 briefing on the COVID-19 pandemic.
Governor: Phase 2 of re-opening won’t begin until after Memorial Day
PROVIDENCE — At her daily COVID-19 briefing Friday, Gov. Gina Raimondo explained the criteria being used to determine when the state is ready to move into a different phase of re-opening … more
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Bristol Police: 'Social distancing’ complaints, plus a domestic assault arrest
Bristol police officers made their first arrest in nearly a month, as the quiet streets of the 2020 pandemic continue. Monday, May 4 Officers intervened in a verbal argument between a man … more
Bristol Economic Development Coordinator Chris Vitale (left) and Town Administrator Steven Contente want to work with restaurants to expand their outdoor dining areas.
Bristol ready to fast-track outdoor dining plans
The Town of Bristol is ready and willing to move quickly to help restaurants expand their outdoor seating areas. Gov. Gina Raimondo’s announcement that restaurants will be allowed to reopen to … more
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Bristol Oyster Bar owner Jordan Sawyer is planning to open for outdoor dining on the patio in front of his restaurant. He believes that, based on state guidelines, he’ll be able to fit seven tables of four in the space.
Outdoor dining begins Monday, but it’s not for everyone
The Bristol Oyster Bar closed its doors, along with the other restaurants in the state, in mid-March. It had just announced plans to open for takeout service when the governor announced this past … more
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Gov. Gina Raimondo set June 29 as the target date to open summer camps.
Governor says yes to small-group summer camps
Rhode Island children (and parents) got some good news on Thursday afternoon, when Gov. Gina Raimondo announced she will be allowing summer camps to open on June 29. Like everything in life, camps … more
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DEM park rangers Matt Cordeiro and Jillian Bannon check in cars at the Colt Park entrance Thursday morning
DEM begins counting cars as Colt Park reopens
Colt State Park reopened to vehicular traffic and visitors on Thursday morning, with some restrictions. The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management will allow only 350 cars inside the … more
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