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Southern Wind Power stands ready to dredge a channel in nearby Narragansett Bay to lay a cable to bring wind power to Brayton Point power station in Swansea, Mass. The entire Advisory Commission was alarmed at this news. more
Bristol does not need a mayor and is best served by electing a town administrator to lead its government. A familiar question for Bristol voters, who have soundly rejected it numerous times … more
To the editor: It’s been a few weeks since you published a story called “Parents vs. The State.” I responded to the writer directly in my shock at this kind of attention being … more
To the editor: The Leadership of the Bristol Warren Regional School District has done a remarkable job these last two years, prioritizing the health and safety of our kids and staff during the … more
To the editor: Gun violence is a concern for everyone in America today. A common assertion in the debate on how to reduce it is that new laws won’t work, based on the tired trope that only … more
In these days where a lot of young people catch a bad rap as self-centered, self-absorbed, uncaring, and just not nice, I want to share what happened to me on Sunday, March 3. more
Rhode Island’s rapid shift to distance learning is remarkable. Teachers, principals, department heads and IT directors, all of them balancing their own personal turmoil and family anxiety, … more
Forgive us if we don’t add to all the jubilation felt at Police Cove Park in Barrington on Monday. There, a contingent of federal, state and local politicians and bigwigs celebrated Rhode … more
To the editor: Every now and then you may have the urge to help out your community in some way, but you may not know how. Please let me suggest to you an easy way to do that. On Saturday, May … more
Government works best in the light. When its actions are open, seen and transparent, they can be measured. They can be scrutinized. They can be questioned. They can be challenged. more
Parents are integral to the success of Rhode Island’s distance learning programs, and they too should be recognized, and compensated, for their significant contributions. Consider the … more
Donald Trump disgracefully invited and incited a mob to attack law enforcement and assault our democracy.  He reminded everyone why he is unfit to lead, why I voted … more
To the editor: The Bristol Middle Passage Port Marker group met recently with our Town Council . Our original plan had been to place a memorial marker near to our waterfront in following the practice … more
To the editor: It is frustrating to learn that the Bristol Warren School Committee, in a split 5-4 vote and contrary to the recommendation of its own Policy Committee, voted against having a … more
To the editor: Bristol Blooms will celebrate its 10th anniversary this spring — a decade of beautifying our historic downtown with blooming flower baskets and festive holiday wreaths! … more
To the editor: My wife and I are recent Bristolians, and we want to say thanks for the wonderful and welcoming community we’ve found here. The tree lighting, and Christmas celebration this … more
To the editor: Last week, local television station WJAR Channel 10 featured a story regarding the problems that smaller fire departments across Rhode Island are facing regarding recruitment and … more
To the editor: “Alayne, would you be interested in doing some sort of storytelling workshop at the (Qunita Gamelin) Community Center?” MaryAnn Quinn, the community outreach line leader, … more
Bristol Blooms is celebrating our 12th year of beautifying our historic downtown. Unfortunately, not only are spring flowers coming up, but so too are our expenses. more
Forgive me for titling a column that I used almost 14 years ago. Like then, but with more money available now, the State has a surplus ($618.4 million, a $1.3 billion CARES ACT infusion of cash, … more
It’s not surprising to see the newest leader of the Bristol Warren Regional School District stepping in to make substantive changes in policy and procedure. Thats to be expected, as change … more
To the editor: The Phoenix printed a story in the East Bay Window section last week, which prompted me to write this letter. The article, written by Scott Pickering and headlined “Tax bills in … more
To the editor: Dear Mr. and Mrs. Killion, I am writing to ask you to please reconsider your decision to demolish the Gothic Revival Cottage at 135 Ferry Road. I understand the … more
To the editor: The Town is to be congratulated on their acquisition of the property at Gooding Avenue and Metacom. This wooded and partially wetland tract is an important part of the wetlands … more
To the editor: Spring is in the air and Bristol Blooms is ready at the helm for its 11th year of beautifying our historic downtown with blooming flower baskets and festive holiday … more
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