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Bristol Phoenix - Thursday, September 5, 2024
The Post - Thursday, September 5, 2024
Portsmouth High junior Sean Gray leads the back en route to his victory during an Injury Fund cross-country meet Sept. 1 in Smithfield. His winning time was 15:42.80.
Two Portsmouth runners winners at Injury Fund meet
PORTSMOUTH — If the results of an Injury Fund meet over the weekend are any indication, Portsmouth High’s cross-country teams are in for a fine season. The boys’ and … more
Suspects turn out to be kids playing ‘ding-dong-ditch’
A Barrington resident called police on Monday night, Aug. 26, after spotting two individuals trespassing on her property.   The Watson Avenue resident told police that her doorbell camera … more
Allan Klepper speaks at the annual financial town meeting in May. Klepper has researched possible tax relief programs for senior citizens in Barrington. “You’re helping the people who need the help now,” Klepper said.
Longtime Barrington resident pitches senior tax break plan
Allan Klepper believes he has found the answer. The longtime Barrington resident said he discovered information about a tax relief program offered in a Canadian province that could be tweaked to … more
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Paul Amadio, head of school at Pennfield School, with Allison Serina, senior director of operations and finance. Serina, the first person from Pennfield with whom he had any interaction, also grew up in Leominster, Mass. They didn’t know each other back then, but Amadio played football with her brother.
From the stage to the school
PORTSMOUTH — Just when he thought he was out, they pulled him back in. For years Paul Amadio had been a head of several college-prep boarding schools, most recently in Sedona, Ariz., but … more
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Townies are victorious in return to Division I girls' volleyball ranks
It was a success first few matches for the East Providence High School girls' volleyball team upon its return to the state's top tier as the Townies opened their 2024 Division I slate with a pair of … more
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Westport Shorelines - Thursday, September 5, 2024
Warren Times-Gazette - Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Sakonnet Times - Thursday, September 5, 2024
Barrington Times - Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Seafood Festival at India Point this weekend
The Rhode Island Seafood Festival sets up at India Point Park in Providence this weekend, both Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 7 and 8. The festival is an annual event which began in 2011 that brings … more
Students ranging from all grade levels gathered on the first day of the 2024-25 term at St. Mary Academy-Bay View, opening the 150th year at the all-female school in East Providence.
St. Mary Academy-Bay View celebrates 150th anniversary
EAST PROVIDENCE — St. Mary Academy-Bay View located in the Riverside section of the city kicked off celebrations of its 150th anniversary, including the start of the 2024-25 term when it … more
Newport Film screens 'Secret Mall Apartment'
Newport Film Outdoors is showing “ Secret Mall Apartment ” on Thursday, Sept. 5, on the lawn at The Elms. Prior to the screening, there will be live Music by Bill Bartholomew, beginning … more
It's Fall Visitors Weekend at West Place
West Place Animal Sanctuary is hosting a Fall Visitors Weekend and inviting visitors to be among the first to meet Clover the emu and a trio of dwarf goats rescued in August. Plus, catch up with all … more
Residents consider suit over Little Compton Town Landing access
Should Little Compton’s Town Landing remain open to all, even those who don’t live in town? Not all believe they should, and the town is facing a potential lawsuit from a group of … more
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Middle Highway, from the intersection with Maple Avenue to Nayatt Road, has been closed while crews repair a sewer line.
Barrington road closed while crews repair sewer line
A failing sewer line has forced officials to close a section of road in Barrington.   About two weeks ago, officials from the Barrington Department of Public Works closed the southern end … more
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The East Providence Police Department held its second annual "Cops & Rodders" Car Show, hosted by MOO Inc., Saturday, Aug. 31.
Gallery: EPPD 'Cops & Rodders' Car Show
EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence Police Department held its second annual "Cops & Rodders" Car Show, hosted by MOO Inc., Saturday, Aug. 31, Patron enjoyed food, music, prizes and … more
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East Providence's Gus Belanger, Daniel Lukusa and Roger Beaudet (left to right) for the Townies in the Injury Fund Carnival Saturday, Aug. 31, in Smithfield.
Townies begin fall sports slates with several wins
EAST PROVIDENCE — The 2024 fall sports seasons for the respective East Providence High School squads began in earnest over the last few days, but especially so following the return to classes … more
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Two Barrington High School linemen square off in a drill during preseason practice late last month. The BHS offensive and defensive lines will return with multiple starters from last year’s team.
Veteran lines will anchor BHS football team this season
The Barrington High School football team will lean heavily on its offensive and defensive lines when it takes to the field this fall. Barrington Coach Sandy Gorham said the Eagles boast a number … more
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Ashley Brister picks summer squash Friday morning. At the height of the summer season, Sharing the Harvest delivers anywhere from 5,000 to 10,000 pounds per month.
Profiles in Westport Farming: Sharing the Harvest
Ashley Brister is the farm director at the YMCA Sharing the Harvest Community Farm. She is a resident of Westport and has been farming for 17 years, having lived in everything from a platform tent to … more
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Bill Murphy enjoyed the anticipation before the start of what would become an extremely grueling, 24-hour race.
He ran nearly 70 miles in 24 hours...as a training session
Bristol's Anchor Down Ultra Marathon was just a warmup for ultra marathoner Bill Murphy of Grafton, Mass. more
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You say goodbye, I say hello …
A vintage home, a perfect summer day, and a stunning, tree-lined street surrounded by million-dollar homes. My client was so excited: “Kim, I love it, and I’m willing to waive the home … more
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Police responded to the Carmelite monastery property last week after someone apparently broke into the building.
Police: Vacant monastery building targeted for break-in
Barrington Police responded to the former Carmelite monastery at about 1 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 26, after an alarm signaled that there was an intruder in the building.   Police checked the … more
Fall Festival features art, food trucks, the Pops and more
The 26th annual Pawtucket Arts Festival presents the Slater Park Fall Festival this Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 7 and 8. From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day, the festival will celebrate the beauty of the … more
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