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The large fork at Old Harbor and River in Westport was impossible to miss.

Westport's fork in the road goes missing

Someone stole the fork in the road. Westport police are looking for the unknown thieves who made off with the fork that marked the split at River Road and Old Harbor, they said Wednesday. There … more

7/19/22

Letter to the Barrington School Committee

Dear Chairwoman Bae, Ms. Basse, Dr. Douglas, Mr. McCrann and Ms. Sevetson, As we begin a new academic year, National Education Association Barrington (NEAB) feels it is important to share … more

9/9/22

Barrington Town Council candidates (clockwise from top left) Kate Berard, Jarrod Ryan, Ray Clark, and Braxton Medlin.

Ask the candidates: 'What should Barrington do with the Monastery?'

Questions: What should the town do with the Carmelite Monastery property? Please be specific Kate Berard (D) — “To review what, if any, portion the town should retain: we have … more

9/21/22

2017 Private Education Guide

2017 Private Education Guide more

9/28/17

McKee shows another side of himself

My parents always taught us to be gracious in victory as well as in defeat. One event that should be a source of gratitude to others and respect for a vanguished opponent is a stunning victory in a … more

10/6/22

Letter: It’s true – elections do have consequences

To the editor: I have one question for each of us to ponder as early voting starts leading up to Election Day on November 8th – do you think our town of Barrington is better off now than … more

10/21/22

Incumbent school committee member and Democratic Town Committee Chairman Travis Auty serves voters sandwiches from his grill near the Wilbur McMahon School Tuesday morning.

Democratic majority prevails in Little Compton School Committee race

With three vacant school committee seats open this year, voters on Tuesday sent Democratic incumbent Travis Auty back for another term, with fellow Democrat Megan Gonzalez and Republican Susan … more

By Jen Campisi | 11/9/22

East Providence Career & Technical Center students (center from left to right) Haley Duarte, Annabella Camelo and Sade Williams along with their Chef Marie-Claire McKillip were recognized as winners of the “Foodservice Management” category at the 2023 Rhode Island Hospitality Education Foundation state ProStart competition. They were presented their award by (far left) Dale J. Venturini, President/CEO, RI Hospitality Association and RI Hospitality Education Foundation, (second from left) Anthony Pellegrino, Head of Hotels, The Dean Hotel/ASH NYC and (far right) Vinny Costable, District Sales Manager, Gordon Food Service.

EPCTC culinary trio wins category at annual state ProStart competition

Following in a long line of successful teams from the program, a trio of East Providence High School Career and Tech Center students were winners at the 2023 Rhode Island Hospitality Education … more

By Mike Rego | 2/10/23

Beach Polo returns to Second Beach this weekend

Newport Polo will partner with the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center for the return of beach polo as part of the Newport Winter Festival. Over 1,000 spectators are expected. Arrive … more

2/22/23

Sakonnet Times - Thursday, March 2, 2023

3/2/23

State announces response plans as winter storm looms

PROVIDENCE — The administration of Gov. Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Transportation have issued plans to respond to a potential high-impact, long-duration winter storm forecast … more

3/13/23

Recalls, Withdrawals & Safety Alerts: Jeeps, Hyundais, blankets and bikes

At the end of each week, the law firm d’Oliveira & Associates compiles a summary of recalls, FDA warnings, market withdrawals and safety alerts that the public should be aware of for their … more

4/2/23

East Providence High School's Dylan Slavick competes in the high jump for the Townies in their Eastern Division outdoor track and field meet Monday, April 24.

Gallery: East Providence, Portsmouth, Bay View outdoor track

EAST PROVIDENCE — East Providence High School hosted its third dual meet of the 2023 Eastern Division outdoor track and field regular season Monday afternoon, April 24, at Townies Stadium, … more

Photos by Mike Rego | 4/24/23

Letter: No more 'white washing' of Native history here

Why does the Little Compton Historical Society need until 2025 to give a report on the abysmal history of the area’s Native population? We have the town records right at the Brownell Library, … more

5/17/23

Westport Shorelines - June 22, 2023

6/22/23

Barrington resident George Voutes successfully proposed a new rebate program for battery-powered lawn equipment — the program is funded with $25,000 in taxpayer money.

Resident aims to eliminate gas-powered leaf blowers

George Voutes was looking for an audience. The Barrington resident knew exactly what he was doing when he stood up during the financial town meeting in late May and pitched his idea for a … more

By Josh Bickford | 7/3/23

Bristol PD make multiple arrests on morning of July Fourth

The Bristol Police Department made three arrests prior to the parade kicking off on July Fourth. more

7/14/23

Editorial: Focus should be a new Barrington High School

The school department is deep into the process of redesigning and possibly rebuilding schools. That process has been happening for more than two years, has continued through two versions of the … more

7/20/23

Bristol Phoenix - Thursday, September 14, 2023

9/14/23

The Council's public hearing Tuesday night, Oct. 10, at City Hall on the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget drew a reasonable amount oi interest from residents and employees in the administration of Mayor Bob DaSilva. The Council ultimately made few changes to the plan.

Council concedes on most East Providence budget matters

EAST PROVIDENCE — Things got a little heated and, in sports parlance, chippy during a public hearing held by the Council Tuesday night, October 10, on the city's proposed Fiscal Year 2023-24 … more

By Mike Rego | 10/11/23

The EPHS top pair of Madison Luu (left) and Isabella Hurley won the Division III doubles tournament title with a straight sets win over West Warwick Sunday, Oct. 22, in city at the Townie Tennis Center.

East Providence's Hurley, Luu win Division III doubles championship

EAST PROVIDENCE — As they've done for the entirety of the 2023 season to date, the East Providence High School top pairing of Isabella Hurley and Madison Luu cruised to a resounding victory, … more

By Mike Rego | 10/22/23

Winter Wonderland lights up Slater Park

The Pawtucket Winter Wonderland is Rhode Island's largest holiday festival and display. Set up on 30 acres within Slater Park, it is made up of 650 decorated Christmas trees, more than 100 light … more

12/6/23

Audubon hosting school vacation week fun

Nature crafts are each day, a nature story is at 10 a.m., and animal interviews are at 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. Special programs for children are at 1 p.m. for children 6 and older. Space is limited. … more

12/19/23

Caps fly into the air following a recent graduation ceremony at Barrington High School.

BHS track standouts forced to decide: Graduation or regional championships

The decision to move Barrington High School’s graduation ceremony from Sunday afternoon to Saturday has left a group of parents and students feeling frustrated. Sara DeBoth said the … more

By Josh Bickford | 1/1/24

Newport Classical presents pianist Eric Lu

Continuing its commitment to ongoing year-round programming, Newport Classical presents its next Chamber Series concert featuring pianist Eric Lu. Described by the Guardian as “a veritable poet … more

1/24/24