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Senate, House back bills requiring regular reporting on Washington Bridge status
PROVIDENCE — The General Assembly backed bills sponsored by two high-ranking East Providence legislators seeking to hold the Rhode Island Department of Transportation accountable going forward … more
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Bristol PD: Three arrests and an injured baby seal
Bristol Police made three arrests and also responded to a humorous call at a dock on Thames Street after a resident raised concerns about a "coyote" in the area. more
The Barrington Town Council will discuss the Carmelite monastery property on Monday night, May 6, and is expected to vote on whether to advance a monastery-specific resolution question to the upcoming FTM.
Council could vote on monastery property development question on Monday
The Barrington Town Council will discuss the Carmelite monastery property on Monday night, May 6, and is expected to vote on whether to advance a monastery-specific resolution question to the … more
Portsmouth High’s Jack Casey fires a spike over the net during the first set of last Thursday’s home volleyball match against Scituate/Prout.
PHS boys’ volleyball team extends No. 1 squad to 5th set
PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth High boys’ varsity volleyball team came oh so close to upsetting the top-ranked team in Division III Thursday night. more
Danny Savery, a former Tiverton police officer and corrections officer, now has three locations where he trains clients in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. The newest spot is within the plaza formerly occupied by Benny’s on Metacom Avenue
Former cop shares secrets on training the body and mind
Danny Savery opened his first Brazilian Jiu Jitsu studios in Tiverton and then Somerset after leaving law enforcement about 18 years ago. Now he has three locations, in Somerset, Fairhaven, and most recently, Bristol. more
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Lee Silva of the Cosmopolitan team, with a Cosmo firmly in hand, prepares to throw the bag during Monday night’s cornhole championship at the VFW Post 5390 in Common Fence Point. “It’s the only sport where it’s legal to drink,” said league organizer Bob Dyl. “In fact, in most cases it’s encouraged.”
Taking their cornhole seriously in Portsmouth
PORTSMOUTH — It was an epic battle between the Half in the Bags and Challengers teams inside the VFW Post 5390 hall in Common Fence Point Monday night. The consistency of the throws … more
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Volunteers clean up the grounds at Butts Hill Fort. The Battle of Rhode Island Association was the recipient of a grant from the Aquidneck Land Trust for grounds restoration of the fort.
Land trust awards grants to Portsmouth organizations
PORTSMOUTH — Two local groups were the beneficiaries of grants awarded last week by the Aquidneck Land Trust (ALT). more
The Barrington High School auditorium was closed in the late winter of 2020 after school officials discovered that the acoustic panels were falling off the walls. Recently, officials discovered problems with the auditorium's sound system.
Bugs discovered in Barrington Middle School auditorium sound system
Arts Alive! will perform “Chicago: Teen Edition” at Barrington Middle School in early May, and when they do, organizers will be bringing in their own audio equipment. That has become … more
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One of the Barrington High School students who fought with and beat another student after school on April 24 stands over the victim after he fell to the ground, as seen in an image from a cell phone video that recorded the incident and was shared on Snapchat.
Barrington Police explain why five attackers charged with 'felony' assault
Barrington Police Chief Michael Correia explained how his department determined whether to charge the five males who assaulted a fellow Barrington High School student on April 24 with simple assault … more
Warren PD: Three arrests and a stolen truck
Police made three arrests, looked into loose cattle, and got a call from a concerned shop owner after an odd man made comments about "silver and gold" between April 22-29, 2024. more
This spot will host a rotating sculpture for local art. Applications are open now.
Want to have your art featured on Warren's new sculpture pad?
The deadline for applications is May 21. more
Jimmy Campagna hard at work from his home kitchen preparing a batch of pizzelles, a storied Sicilian cookie.
Bristolian is making a booming business out of this long-beloved Sicilian cookie
Traditionally prepared using irons with family crests or regional designs, these cookies are more than just a treat; they are a celebration of family, festivity, and the sharing of Sicilian culture with the world. more
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Ace McCoy is shown playing in a game earlier this season.
Barrington High School softball team battling through slow start
Barrington High School softball Coach Sandy Gorham believes his team is better than its record shows. The Eagles were 0-5 through the end of last week, but Gorham said they have had … more
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Tiverton schools issue layoff notices
While the future of the Fort Barton School remains undecided, Tiverton school officials recently sent layoff notices to 11 employees not connected with the school in an attempt to make a dent in a … more
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Cole Brauer, the first American woman to sail solo around the world, will speak at Roger Williams University on May 15.
First American woman to sail solo around world to speak at RWU
After sailing 30,000 miles and spending 130 days alone at sea, Cole Brauer made history on March 7, 2024. On May 15, she'll share stories about her journey at Roger Williams University. more
Big changes possible at Westport Town Meeting
Residents will have a few decisions to make when they meet to decide Westport's business for the year at next week's Town Meeting, set for Tuesday, May 7, at the high school. Apart from a … more
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The 2024 EPLAC Recognition Awards and Wall of Fame recipients gathered at the 16th annual reception held Wednesday night, May 1, at East Providence High School.
EPLAC conducts 16th annual Recognition Awards ceremony
The East Providence Local Advisory Committee for Special Education held its 16th Annual Special Needs Recognition Program Reception Wednesday night, May 1, at East Providence High School. Each … more
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Leading the way for the popular Cribbage activity at the Warren Senior Center are left-right Jeanne Cotta, Rose Cote, Frank Nencka, and Charlie Francis.
Cribbage keeps them sharp and social at Warren Senior Center
“This game really keeps everyone sharp,” said Nencka. “I’m firmly convinced the game sharpens your cognizance skills.” more
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Levi Maaia
Debut doc by East Providence's Maaia features on PBS
East Providence native Levi C. Maaia’s first documentary feature, “Pathways to Invention” which garnered numerous “best of” awards on the film festival circuit, … more
Quinn Murphy blasts a home run against Ponaganset. The BHS senior hit two home runs against Burrillville on Saturday.
Barrington baseball team defeats Woonsocket and Burrillville
The Barrington High School baseball team defeated Woonsocket and Burrillville and improved to 7-2 in Division II standings last week. The Eagles knocked off the Novans 8-3 on Wednesday, April … more
Cam Kelley, shown in a match earlier this season, was selected to the All-Tournament team at the Rhody Invitational.
BHS volleyball team places third at Rhody Invitational
The Barrington High School boys volleyball team notched another victory last week. The Eagles defeated Woonsocket in three straight sets, 25-22, 25-17, 25-9.   Barrington Coach Christian … more
Luke Sapolsky, shown in a match last year, won his match and helped Barrington defeat Lincoln recently.
Barrington boys tennis team picks up two more victories
The Barrington High School boys tennis team improved to 5-0 with wins over Mount St. Charles and Lincoln last week. The Eagles beat the Mounties, 5-2, and the Lions 6-1.   “Our depth … more
Jake Ignall fires a shot toward the goal during the first half of Sunday's game against Mount St. Charles.
BHS boys lacrosse team works through early-season adversity
The Barrington High School boys lacrosse team has battled through absences and injuries through the first half of the season.   “We had one game where we’ve had our entire … more
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Tim Robitaille slides in safely with a run for the East Providence High School baseball during its extra-inning victory over St. Raphael Wednesday night, May 2.
Townies respond, rally from recent baseball losses
The East Providence High School baseball club enters the back half of its 2024 slate in the thick of the race for first place in the Division II regular season standings and a top seed in the playoffs as … more
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Nathan Carter was one of three EPHS golfers to share team-low honors for the Townies with a score of 39 in their most recent home outing at the Agawam Hunt Club.
EPHS golfers lose, but actually 'score' a big win
When is a loss actually a win? When all the matters in the end is the number next to your name, not the W or the L. The East Providence High School golf team and its brethren around Rhode Island … more
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