Letters to the Editor
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To the editor: Thank you for your coverage of the RI House bill H5192 (“Bill would change bike path traffic patterns,” April 21). The bill seeks to have all users of the bike path … more
To the editor: This week the Bristol Historical Society is hosting a commemoration and reenactment of the British bombing and burning of Bristol that occurred in 1775 and 1778 during the … more
To the editor: The responses from Mr. Mike Proto and Mr. Jim Manchester to my letter regarding the Congressional “town hall” held in Portsmouth are textbook leftoid complacency. To the … more
To the editor: Approaching bike paths, especially in late spring and early summer when there are significant shadows from blossomed trees and growth, creates diminished sighting from both sides … more
To the editor: Our service members have sacrificed so much to protect the freedoms we cherish, but the system designed to care for them when they complete their active and reserve service has … more
To the editor: Did you know that as of mid-2022, nearly 2,000 dogs were registered with the town of Barrington? I learned this via an open records request. And there are undoubtedly many more … more
To the editor: The Barrington School Committee has asked its communication consultant to issue a press release explaining the approval of an artificial turf field contract at the high school and … more
In my 30 years of traffic management in some form, I don't make this recommendation lightly. more
To the editor: Last week's Phoenix contained two letters to the editor from individuals extolling the virtues of the Republican party and encouraging Democrats such as myself to join the Bristol … more
To the editor: For the fourth time, despite the wrath of Mother Nature, the Friends of Tom's Grove and 26 dedicated students on the Community Partners Program at RWU came together once again to … more
To the editor: Of the many recent proposals coming out of the White House, the one that haunts me in particular is the unwinding of the fabric of our Department of Education, including cutting … more
To the editor: Last week’s Phoenix contained a completely ridiculous letter from an obviously misguided US veteran of Foreign Wars who should know better deriding one of his fellow … more
To the editor:   The letter from the Pancoasts (Barrington Times: April 30, 2025) resorts to two tactics that undermine their suggestions.   First is the appeal to raw emotion: … more
To the editor: I have lived in Barrington for 53 years, first near Primrose Hill School and now near Hampden Meadows School. I am a walker most days, but also, of course, a driver. I can … more
To the editor: The Barrington Public School Committee's recent invitation to consider the possibility of keeping Barrington's public schools open on major religious holidays, including Judaism's … more
To the editor: In elementary school, my two Jewish classmates and I never received the perfect attendance award. While our school closed for Christmas, Easter, and Good Friday, it remained open … more
To the editor: We should all welcome the contribution of R. and S. Pancoast found in the Opinion Page of the April 30th Barrington Times. It contributes some of the DATA which we should all … more
To the editor: On June 10, Barrington's Town Council will vote on installing speed cameras on Sowams and New Meadow. Why is this a good idea? A Feb. 2025 speed study reported that 47 percent on … more
To the editor: Day 100 of the current administration is upon us. With that formidable reality, I rise each day struggling to choose hope over despair. You may be feeling similarly—daunted by … more
To the editor: For nearly 40 years, Barrington Books has been more than just a bookstore—it’s been a cornerstone of our community. A place where neighbors gather, where children grow … more
To the editor (dear humans): We — the pooches, hounds, mutts, pups and zoomie-loving doggos who frequent the Portsmouth Dog Park — wish to convey our thanks for supporting … more
To the editor: On May 6th, Rhode Island Atheists will gather at the State House Bell Room at 3pm to celebrate religious freedom on the RI Day of Reason, a day that is now officially recognized … more
To the editor: I read with interest — and disappointment — your story ("Bill amending bike path use heads to committee," eastbayri.com) about the bill proposed by Reps. Speakman and … more
To the editor: I may sound like a broken record, however once again Manny Correira has nailed another of his excellent articles celebrating Bristol’s heritage and fine folks. The photo on … more
To the editor: Day 100 of the current administration is upon us. With that formidable reality, I rise each day struggling to choose hope over despair. You may be feeling similarly—daunted … more
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