To the editor: Thank you to the voters of Portsmouth and Bristol for re-electing me to represent Senate District 11. It is an honor and a privilege, and I am grateful for your trust and support. …

Helena Foulkes was a juggernaut in Rhode Island’s 2026 election season. She ousted incumbent Gov. Dan McKee in the September primary, beating him by 24 points . And while …

To the editor: I am writing this as an eye-opener to parents who allow their children to roam the streets on Halloween without any adult supervision. Like many families, we enjoy participating in …

To the editor: October was Domestic Violence Awareness Month and this year's theme, "One of Us," carries an important message: domestic violence can happen to anyone. Too often, people assume …

To the editor: As one of the original supporters of the Bristol Animal Shelter, I am enormously distressed at the secrecy surrounding its future. I would certainly expect more transparency from the …

1. STORY OF THE WEEK: Will Rhode Island voters continue an era of Democratic rule in the governor’s office or go marching off in a decidedly different direction? That’s the overarching question …

To the editor: A trip to the grocery store or a monthly utility bill shows how quickly everyday expenses can add up.   The newly announced 3.6% Social Security cost of living adjustment …

To the editor: The Bristol Animal Shelter reflects the best of our community. Years ago, people worked tirelessly to raise funds to finance the shelter that you, the residents, voted overwhelmingly …

To the editor, For 48 years, the Bristol Animal Shelter has been part of our community, providing care and protection to animals in need. As a volunteer there for five years, I’m writing with deep …

To the editor: Many voters assume the Lieutenant Governor position doesn’t matter, especially here in the East Bay where Warren resident Robert Healey secured 39% of the vote running on a platform …

The 2026 general election is right around the corner and very soon voters will be going to the polls. Already many have made their choices via early voting (nearly 2000 in Bristol and 1000 in …

To the editor: Thank you to the Bristol Phoenix for the opportunity to speak to voters. Since joining the Bristol Town Council in 2018 we have accomplished a great deal, and real challenges are still …

To the editor: For the past 14 years, I’ve had the privilege of serving on the Bristol Town Council. It’s a responsibility I’ve never taken for granted. Good government starts with listening. …

1. STORY OF THE WEEK In life, as in politics and the news, the urgent often grabs attention from the important. A roaring four-alarm house fire will get immediate coverage, for example, while …

My name is Joseph Aguiar, candidate for Bristol Town Council. I am running to protect our constitutional rights from unconstitutional mass surveillance. Prior to immigrating to America my family …

To the editor: Early voting is underway right now at town and city halls in the East Bay and across Rhode Island. Many of us are asking the same question: What can I actually do to make a difference …

To the editor: On Saturday, Oct. 10, the Bristol Land Conservation Trust held its 40th Anniversary Celebration at the Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium. My husband Andrew MacKeith and I had the …

To the editor: Bond Question 1 will expand workforce training in high-demand fields like healthcare and the skilled trades. Across the state, Rhode Island’s employers are struggling to fill jobs in …

To the editor: As a parent of two children and a school psychologist with more than a decade of experience in public education, I am running for School Committee because I believe every child …

To the editor: There are 47 states in the U.S. that offer some kind of early voting. Here in Rhode Island, early voting for the midterm general election starts on Wednesday, Oct. 14, and Election Day …

If you live in Bristol, you know how special our town is. Our waterfront, parks, open spaces and connection to Narragansett Bay are important parts of what makes Bristol a great place to live. …

As I run for re-election to the School Committee, I believe it is important to reaffirm the principles that guide my service and the responsibilities I take seriously as an elected official. Every …

To the editor: On November 3 Rhode Islanders will get another chance to end the neglect and embarrassment of being the only American state without a state historical museum by approving Question 4, …

Most polls show healthcare being one of the most pressing issues facing our country. There are many different groups and individuals affected by healthcare policy, with many of these attempting to …

To the editor: No one in their right mind would vote for any state bond. The State of Rhode Island is deeply in debt. Our per capita state debt is fifth nationally at $5,303 for each resident. …