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Nina McCarthy and Sara Jane Soboleski with the display case for McCarthy’s complete collection of July 4th commemorative buttons. The case, which has space for 11 more buttons, was designed by Soboleski and Patty McCobb of Allerton Framing, a birthday gift to Nina from her husband Pat.
She's collected every Fourth of July Parade button ever made
Nina McCarthy loves the Fourth — and she’s been collecting the commemorative buttons since they first came out in 1989. Now she has a display case worthy of them. more
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(L-R) Mattie Edwards-Kemp, Bristol Middle Passage Port Marker Project Vice President; Marie Holland and Tanya Hangos of T-Mobile; and Bernard Freamon, Bristol Middle Passage Port Marker Project President.
Bristol gets $50,000 T-Mobile grant to help fund Port Marker monument
The grant will go toward installing the Middle Passage Memorial in Independence Park, a historical and educational landmark to honor those affected by Bristol’s participation in the transatlantic human trade. more
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Tommy Beauregard chips onto the first green at the Bristol Golf Park during a “closest to the pin” chipping contest last Thursday.
Bristol 10-year-old drives towards national junior golf competition
10-year-old Tommy Beauregard is headed to Lakeville for the sub-regional competition of Drive, Chip, and Putt. If he keeps winning, he could find himself in Augusta. more
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Officer Alexander Booth is pinned by sons, Nathan and Logan during his promotion to Sergeant.
Bristol PD now has deputy chief, captains, and a score of newly promoted officers
The Bristol Police Department held a promotions and award ceremony, aligning new ranks with a restructuring process for the department that was approved by the Town earlier this year. more
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Bristol Art Museum displaying work by late Fall River artist
Peter Strickman held many exhibitions before a diagnosis of schizophrenia, and the subsequent medication, took his desire to paint. He passed away in 2017. more
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Bristol listed among nation's 'Best Harbor' towns
In its first appearance on the annual ranking, Bristol takes the 4th spot. more
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Eliza Sirpenski and David Lauria recently released their new song, “Moon in the Morning Sky.” Sirpenski sings lead vocals and Lauria, who wrote the song, plays guitar on the track. His son, Jacob, performs on drums. You can find the song on Apple Music and other music platforms.
Mt. Hope grad collaborates with music teacher to record new song
Eliza Sirpenski has been singing ever since she could remember. She began belting out Adele, Amy Winehouse and other songs from her favorite pop artists at age 9. more
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Rep. Patricia Morgan (R-Dist. 26, West Warwick, Coventry, Warwick) answered an inquiry about an email sent from her campaign for U.S. Senate email account that seemingly invited an untold number of people to march with her as part of a float supporting Rhode Island fishermen.
State Rep. raises eyebrows with parade march invite
An email sent by Rep. Patricia Morgan, seemingly inviting an untold number of people to march with her during the 4th of July Parade, caused a brief flurry of confusion for parade organizers. more
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The 10-12 age group takes off to start their 1-mile race.
Speedsters impress at annual Bristol Fourth Foot Races
The 37th Annual Fourth of July Foot Races saw a good turnout of youthful runners on a beautiful day of competition. more
Mt. Hope codifies cell phone ban in school handbook update
“The use of cell phones in educational environments (classroom or other locations where teaching and learning is taking place) is strictly prohibited,” the handbook language reads. more
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The USS Marinette is engineered to function in both near-shore and vast oceanic environments. The ship’s design and capabilities allow for seamless integration with diverse joint, combined, manned, and unmanned teams, fulfilling a range of operations including maritime security, sea control, and global deterrence.
Senator Reed gets USS Marinette to dock in Bristol for Fourth
The U.S. Navy will provide further details at a later date on how and where Rhode Islanders can get an up-close view of the USS Marinette, a 388-foot, Freedom-variant littoral combat ship (LCS). more
St Mary ­Academy-Bay View lists final Honor Roll students for 2023-24 term
EAST PROVIDENCE — St. Mary Academy-Bay View principal Dr. Marcela Rossi is proud to announce that 179 students made the honor roll for the fourth quarter, officially marking the end of … more
East Providence seeks artists for its ‘Beautility Box Mural Program’ program similar to ones done in the likes of Providence.
East Providence seeks artists for ‘Beautility Box' Mural Program
EAST PROVIDENCE — The City of East Providence Department of Planning and Economic Development, in partnership with the East Providence Arts Council, is calling on artists to submit design … more
The 77-year-old John St. Angelo at the start of this year’s journey, left, compared with his photo from 10 years ago (right) when he first took the 1,750 journey from Kansas City to Bristol for the 60th reunion of the Bristol High School Class of 1964 (along with his senior yearbook portrait).
77-year-old cycles from Kansas City to Bristol — for the second time
A native Bristolian, John St. Angelo isn't letting 1,750 miles get between him and his 60th high school reunion. more
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The Class of 2024 graduates from the Providence Country Day School in East Providence.
Providence Country Day School celebrates Class of 2024
EAST PROVIDENCE — The weather was perfect Wednesday, June 12, during commencement for the graduates in the Senior Class of 2024 at Providence Country Day, who were recognized for their … more
The original location of the King Philip Station shortly after being built in 1885.
Bristol's Ever-Ready fire station to hold celebration for 100th anniversary
Founded on May 24, 1924, this particular company is celebrating its 100th birthday this year, but in actuality; the birth of this dedicated group of firefighters began in the mid-1800s. more
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New MetLinks officially opens for play on June 27
EAST PROVIDENCE — MetLinks, the nine-hole re-envisioned former front side of the defunct Metacomet Country Club, will officially open to the public on Thursday, June 27. The first tee time … more
Bristol firefighters pose with their trophy after winning the 2nd annual Battle of the Badges last Tuesday.
Bristol firefighters conquer second annual ‘Battle of the Badges’
The Bristol Fire Department got revenge during this year’s “Battle of the Badges” charity softball game, beating the Bristol Police Department by a score of 10-8 in a fiery but friendly competition. more
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Quinn Giarrusso gets a hug from Miss Fourth of July 2nd Runner-Up, Victoria Almeida, after being awarded "Best Looking Car” in this year’s Orange Crate Derby.
Flag Day and Fourth festivities kick off in Bristol
A collection of shots from the various activities occurring in Bristol in anticipation of the 239th July Fourth Celebration. more
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Tunnelmen shortstop Matt "Guns" Abbott drops a pop fly while a Gray stares him down.
Grays and Tunnelmen split vintage baseball game in Bristol
The Providence Grays hosted the Lisbon Tunnelmen on the Bristol Town Common this past Saturday, part of a storied tradition of vintage baseball as part of the Fourth of July festivities. more
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The Bay View Class of 2024.
Senior class of 50 graduates from St. Mary Academy-Bay View
St. Mary Academy-Bay View celebrated its 148th commencement as 50 young women from across Rhode Island and Southeast Massachusetts received their diplomas as members of the Class of 2024 at the … more
(L-r) Ruthann DeLong, Mattie Kemp, and Yulyana Torres, all members of the Educational, Reconciliation, and Healing Committee of the Bristol Middle Passage Port Marker Project Board, have organized a Juneteenth celebration to be held this Wednesday, June 19. Torres designed this banner, hanging on the fence of St. Michael’s Church.
Celebrate Juneteenth in Bristol with a free, family-friendly event
The Bristol Middle Passage Port Marker Project will be holding a free event marking the national Juneteenth holiday, June 19, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Saint Michael's Church Parish House, 399 Hope St. more
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Bristol PD: Two arrested for vandalism
Bristol police made two arrests and responded to various animal-related issues between June 3-10, 2024. more
(L-r) Historian Gail Feather, Treasurer Tuffy Sanford, Pastor Jake McGuire, Rachel McGuire inside the newly rehabilitated, freshly painted sanctuary.
Bristol's First Baptist Church ready to unveil its renovated space
Not since the late 19th century has Bristol’s First Baptist Church enjoyed such a dramatic facelift. more
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JJ Renaud delivers a pitch for the Riverside Post 10 Juniors in their 2024 American Legion Baseball opener against Cranston Post 20 on June 12.
Post 10 squads ready for start of 2024 Legion Baseball league slates
EAST PROVIDENCE — The respective Riverside Post 10 teams, sponsored in part by the ATC (Athletes turned Champion) performance center owned and operated by East Providence High School coach … more
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