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Dead dog found inside leaf bag in Barrington
A Barrington Department of Public Works employee made a gruesome discovery on Friday afternoon, Sept. 13.   According to Barrington Police, the DPW worker found the remains of a dead dog … more
Escobar’s opening its 25th annual Corn Maze
The annual maize maze is open with a new design in an 8.5-acre corn maze with over 2 miles of walking paths, a pick-your-own Pumpkin Patch, hayrides on weekends, and a kids’ cow train. A Harry … more
Pare Corporation’s proposed site plan shown to residents on Monday night, which attempts to illustrate that the new school building will be built away from Silver Creek, at an elevation outside of the flood zone for the wetlands on site.
Bristol Planning Board requests more info on new high school plan
Sticking points including drainage, irrigation, parking, and artificial turf force a continuance of project's first local approval into next month. more
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State brings sudden halt to bridge demo
PROVIDENCE — On the eve of the planned closure of roads in city for the continued razing of the structure and just as suddenly as it was shuttered some 10 months ago, the state announced late … more
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Mugshot of Jacob Garzarelli, of Coventry, who was arrested Monday, Sept. 16.
Portsmouth Police charge man with soliciting a minor
PORTSMOUTH — A 32-year-old Coventry man was arrested by the Portsmouth Police Detective Division on Monday, Sept. 16, following an investigation into the solicitation of a minor for sexual … more
Chris Vachon, Patrick Orbon, and Jack Marston (from left) run up a dirt hill on Barrington’s course.
Portsmouth boys sweep cross-country meet in Barrington
PORTSMOUTH — Portsmouth High’s Sean Gray and Allie Kaull won their respective races for the second week in a row during a cross-country meet at Barrington High’s 5K course on … more
Federal Title IX lawsuit touches Little Compton
    “I unequivocally support protections for all students and believe that everyone should feel safe attending their public schools.” — … more
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Ed Cabral, Warren Harbormaster since 2014, in front of the new patrol boat the Town was able to acquire last year.
Warren's harbormaster to retire after 11th season
Ed Cabral has had a front-row seat for big changes along Warren’s waterfront. more
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Gerry Gagnon was the second EPHS runner to finish in the Townies' Metro Division boys' cross country meet in Tiverton Monday, Sept. 16.
East Providence, Mt. Hope harriers run to rare boys' cross country draw
The EPHS boys' cross country team raced to a win and a rare tie in a pair of Metropolitan Division outings held Monday, Sept. 16, over the 3.1-mile course on the grounds of Tiverton High. The Townies … more
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Ocean State Bluegrass Festival in Warren this weekend
Sponsored by the R.I. Bluegrass Alliance, there is jamming for bluegrass musicians all weekend, an open mic on Friday night, workshops and a show with three bands on Saturday (pictured is Stoneface … more
Handy House Artisan Fair is on Saturday
The annual fair by the Westport Historical Society showcases more than 30 local artisan who specialize in skills and crafts practiced in the 18th and 19th century, along with a vintage and antiques … more
Some new books for cooler weather reading
Fall’s coming, the mornings and evenings are getting cooler, but there’s plenty of good reading to come. “Deeper Than the Dead” by Debra Webb (2024). The first book in … more
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The continued demolition of the Washington Bridge westbound side includes the overpass leading from Taunton Avenue at Valley Street and Waterfront Drive.
RIDOT begins temporary Waterfront Drive closure in East Providence
EAST PROVIDENCE/PROVIDENCE — The Rhode Island Department of Transportation plans to shut down part of Waterfront Drive in city likely for the next several days as the continued demolition of … more
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Joe Klinger of South Kingstown with a 24” summer flounder (fluke) he caught off Jamestown in the West Passage last week. It was the only keeper caught.
Bluefin tuna bite explodes close to shore
The giant bluefin tuna fishing exploded last week. just as the commercial bluefin tuna fishery closed until new quota is available Oct. 1. Recreational permit holders are not impacted by the … more
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Though voters say they’re not satisfied, incumbents prevailed on Primary Day
STORY OF THE WEEK: For all the yak about cranky Rhode Islanders and dissatisfaction with the direction of the state, Tuesday’s primary amounted to a big vote of confidence for incumbents. This … more
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The Barrington coaching staff will try to help the Eagles bounce back from a 23-7 loss to Cumberland last Friday.
Eagles unable to keep pace with Clippers
A slow second half punctuated with penalties and turnovers spelled trouble for the Barrington High School football team on Friday night, Sept. 13.   The Eagles trailed Cumberland 10-7 at … more
Portsmouth High School Color Guard member Savannah MaGrath twirls a flag while performing with her team during the Portsmouth High School Marching Band’s halftime show last Thursday, Sept. 12, on the main athletic field.
Portsmouth High band brings sweet dreams — and nightmares!
PORTSMOUTH — The theme of the Portsmouth High School Marching Band’s halftime show this year is “When Dreams Become Nightmares,” and the group debuted it last Thursday … more
Portsmouth High’s John Colna (left) sets a block as ball-carrier Adam Conheeny attempts to break a tackle against South Kingstown on Thursday, Sept. 12. The Patriots fell in overtime, 21-20.
Portsmouth edged by Rebels in OT thriller, 21-20
PORTSMOUTH — It may not have been the way they wanted to start the season in Division I football, but the Portsmouth Patriots showed plenty of heart in their 21-20 overtime loss to South … more
With exercise guru Nellie Guerriero leading the way, Bristol Recreation Zumba classes have never been more enjoyable.
Meet the 'queen' of Bristol's hopping Zumba scene
"Nobody does it better than Nellie," said one participant of Nellie Guerriero's Zumba class. more
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Members of the Barrington Fire Department “assist” ducks across Wood’s Pond during a previous year’s duck race.
Barrington Education Foundation's Duck Race is back!
After a long hiatus, the beloved Barrington Education Foundation Duck Race is making a comeback. The race, which ran from the early 1990s through 2014, will return to town on Saturday, Oct. 5, … more
Summer Rain spins in circles while performing a blanket dance during the Fourth Annual Pokanoket Heritage Day at Burr’s Hill Park on Sunday afternoon.
Photos: A beautiful day for Pokanoket Pride
Check out our shots from the Fourth Annual Pokanoket Heritage Day that took place on Sunday, Sept. 15 at Burr’s Hill Park in Warren. more
The EPHS girls' volleyball team celebrates a point during its 3-2 victory over Barrington Wednesday night, Sept. 12.
Townies remain undefeated upon return to Division I girls' volleyball
EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School girls' volleyball team closed last week still unbeaten on its return to Division I this fall, but the Townies had to work a bit harder than … more
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East Providence's 2024 Primary Election numbers near past totals
EAST PROVIDENCE — Though the numbers in East Providence appeared paltry when looking at the totals, the amount of voters in last week's 2024 Primary Election Tuesday, Sept. 10, was actually … more
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Police deal with cyberstalking and a man yelling at cars
PORTSMOUTH — Here are recent arrests made by the Portsmouth Police Department: Monday, Sept. 9 Marcelo Garcia Arevalo, 36, of 159 Ophelia St., Apt. 1, Providence, was charged … more
Will Quinlan reacts after scoring mid-way through the second half, to give Westport a 1-0 lead in their 2-1 victory over Holbrook on Tuesday. Quinlan, a senior co-captain, scored 32 goals last season.
Wildcats search for chemistry after championship season
The Westport soccer team is 1-0-2 after three games and yet the Wildcats haven’t found their rhythm after winning the Division 5 State Championship last season. “ This team's got a … more
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