Portsmouth High lacrosse team raises money for Dana Farber
PORTSMOUTH — They didn’t win their game against Prout at home last Friday, but members of the Portsmouth High girls’ lacrosse … Read More
The goal for urban canopy in East Providence? 'Let it grow'
The sun, and the spotlight, shone down on Providence Country Day (PCD) School to commemorate the state’s 138th annual celebration of … Read More
You can help Barrington stay beautiful
Did you know that the flower baskets that hang on the lampposts in downtown Barrington are funded by private donations? … Read More
Adamsville gets a ‘Village Green’
Years ago, when Earl’s was still selling fuel, Bruce Elwell hung a sign out front of his Meeting House Lane service station that … Read More
Bristol Warren School District contracts with First Student for new bus contract
At the recommendation of Danielle Carey, the Director of Finance & Administration, the Bristol Warren Regional District School … Read More
Barrington Police: Dog owner and Little League coach face-off at ball field
Barrington Police will increase patrols at the town’s baseball and softball fields following an incident at Chianese Park on … Read More
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Wickenden Street Makers Market is Saturday

The Wickenden Street Makers Market is set to take over the streets on Saturday, April 26, from 11a.m. to 6 p.m. They will feature more   50 local artists and small businesses showcasing their …

Imago presents Ed Shea in 'I Am My Own Wife'

Imago Foundation for the Arts (IFA) will present Ed Shea performing Doug Wright’s Pulitzer and Tony-award-winning play, “I am My Own Wife,” at Imago Gallery, on Friday, April 25 and …

Annual Driving Miss Daffy Parade returns to Newport

The Audrain Automobile Museum, in partnership with Newport Daffodil Days, invites everyone to the 11th annual Driving Miss Daffodil Parade — a joyful tribute to the 1,200,000 daffodils that …
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Obituaries
Susan Cleary Susan Gail Cleary (nee Fortier) of Portsmouth Rhode Island, Cambridge Massachusetts, St. John United States Virgin Islands and Arlington Massachusetts, died on April 11th, 2025.|Daughter of the late A
Michael Trindade Bristol|Michael Anthony Trindade, 59, of Bristol, RI, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 18, 2025, at Rhode Island Hospital. Born in Fall River, MA, he was the son of the late Joseph M. an
Ann Viera Ann Mary Viera, 58, of Bristol passed away peacefully on Monday, April 21, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Dorothy "Dottie" (Saucier) Viera. Born in Providence and raised in Brist
Sports
Westport star named MAC MVP and Dave Cowens finalist Westport basketball star Owen Boudria was named the Mayflower Athletic Conference MVP for the second time and a Dave Cowens Award finalist for his elite play in leading the Wildcats on a magical ride …
Flexing some muscle for veterans’ hall in Portsmouth PORTSMOUTH — Some strong-armed men and women turned out to the VFW Post 5390 hall in Common Fence Point recently.  
Eagles too strong for Quakers in two straight games The Barrington High School baseball team swept Moses Brown in back-to-back games this week. The Eagles defeated the Quakers 3-2 at home on Tuesday, April 22 and won 7-0 in Providence on …
Mt. Hope High tracksters boast of both returning stars, impressive newcomers The Mt. Hope High School outdoor track and field teams began their 2025 seasons in recent weeks with their athletes attempting to build upon the winter indoor campaign while others are getting …
Opinion
Letter: Seasons — an accident waiting to happen

There have been numerous statements made about the already problematic site of the proposed Seasons gas station in terms of traffic and safety, and the common sense conclusion that having a Seasons …

Letter: We don’t need a reenactment, we’re under attack now

To the editor: This year the great irony is that while we watch a pretend reenactment of a 400 year old attack on our town by the British monarchy our very same town is under direct attack by …

Letter: Secondhand smoke in casinos is a killer

To the editor: Secondhand smoke (SHS), is killing people. Workers at casinos that still allow indoor smoking are at elevated risk. I have worked at what is now called Ballys in Lincoln, since …

Letter: Reviving Rhode Island's legacy of principled action

To the editor: Rhode Island was founded by a man who refused to accept the authority of centralized power. Roger Williams broke from the Puritan consensus and built a political vision rooted in …

Letter: Help us build a better community for tomorrow

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