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Many reasons to form and support Bristol 'Diversity' committee

We are writing to make known our support for the Bristol Committee on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion . It is of the utmost importance that we come together as a community to, as the Committee … more

1/20/21

Arlene Violet: What will happen with the changing of the guard?

Very little is certain about fundamental change with the advent of Joseph Biden’s presidency. Just about the only prediction is that he will face substantial obstacles. Sweeping reforms may be … more

By Arlene Violet | 1/29/21

Editorial: Trust the process on Italo-American Club

Government processes can be extensive and take lots of time — and that's a good thing in the case of whether or not to revoke the liquor license of the Italo-American Club in Warren. more

10/1/21

Letter: Affordable housing 'mandate' is a myth

To the editor: I write to address some points regarding the proposed development of the Water Street project reported in the Times-Gazette on Oct. 5 , the most pressing of which is that contrary … more

10/19/22

Letter: Offering neighborhood comment on the monastery property

To the editor: For the better part of a year now I have read every article written on the monastery. Many people have offered their concerns, ideas and advice. I believe the Council and the … more

8/10/23

Letter: The ‘what ifs’ of active transportation

What if the East Bay Bike Path had lighting? It would make it useful around the clock. more

1/11/24

The bridge’s fate is finalized, and the state’s aggravation continues

STORY OF THE WEEK: Gov. Dan McKee made official on Thursday what many suspected: the westbound Washington Bridge is so riddled with structural flaws that it needs to be demolished and replaced , at … more

By Ian Donnis | 3/19/24

Letter: Is town gym open to all tax-paying residents?

To the editor: This is in regards to the Barrington town manager that wrote last week about people being angry over the use of masks. He went on to explain his daily workouts . I was hoping … more

4/29/20

Editorial: Vaccinate the teachers

Choosing who gets the COVID-19 vaccine, and when, is one of the greatest challenges a public servant has ever faced. That’s saying a lot for a group of both elected and appointed leaders who … more

1/21/21

Letter: Sunday peace vigils welcome to all

To the editor: In the aftermath of racist and extremist displays in Warren and other communities this past spring, a Sunday Peace Vigil was created. Since May 2nd a small group has gathered on … more

10/1/21

Editorial: Hold the in-person hearing

It has been a month and a half since the school district fired three teachers who refused to get the Covid-19 vaccine. And now, while news breaks that the Barrington School Committee has … more

2/16/22

Letter: What happened to “Warren Days”?

To the editor: To the Town of Warren, I have a question: Whatever happened to Warren Days? As I recall, it was Warren celebrating Warren. Merchants, store owners, restaurants moved on to the … more

6/1/22

Letter: Perplexed by Barrington School Committee’s decision

To the editor: I grew up in Barrington, attended public schools in town, graduated from Barrington High School in 1974 and did my student teaching at Nayatt in the fall of 1978. When I read that … more

8/24/22

Letter: No matter how you vote, we hope you will

To the editor: I am a relative newcomer to Warren, having lived here for only 44 years, while Chris was born and raised in this wonderful little town. The politically progressive vibe mixes well … more

10/19/22

Letter: Thank you for your vote on Election Day

To the editor: I want to thank the citizens of Portsmouth that took the time to vote on Election Day. I am especially grateful and appreciative to those who voted for me and have given me … more

12/19/22

Letter: Town Beach stage design is very disappointing

The rendering of a proposed Stage Shell for the Town Beach shown on the front page of the Jan. 4 edition of The Phoenix is a disappointing example of poor public architecture. more

1/11/24

Letter: Our senior citizens of Rhode Island deserve better

To the editor: This March we are asked to vote on the same old referendum items, with emphasis on the University of Rhode Island (URI) and cultural arts and nothing for the senior citizens of … more

1/29/21

Letter: To slow climate change, teach climate literacy

In 2019, inspired by teenage Swedish activist Greta Thunberg, youth around the world took action to demand governments address climate change. While 2020 brought a pandemic that dominated the … more

3/5/21

Arlene Violet: Non-vaccinated people should not have discrimination protection

I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw the bill introduced by a Coventry Democrat and 8 sponsors which would make vaccination status a protected class under the state law that bars … more

By Arlene Violet | 4/16/21

Letter: To the Bristol Warren School Committee, from an experienced educator

To the editor: Recently, I sent a letter to Dr. Ana Riley, Superintendent of Schools for BWRPS. The letter was in support of Dr. DiBiase, principal of Mt Hope HS, and the superintendent’s … more

6/1/22

Letter: A message of appreciation

To the editor: As a member of the Bristol County Concerned Citizens (BCCC), I would like to express my deep appreciation and sincere thanks to the four Bristol Warren school committee candidates … more

10/19/22

Letter: Continuing the conversation on slavery

To the editor: I want to sincerely thank those who responded to my letter on slavery. I find it interesting, I wrote a letter documenting the history of slavery , and it seems to … more

11/29/22

Letter: Barrington should conduct review of our public spaces

To the editor: I was one of the people who watched as an enormous, rotten tree fell on a spectator during a Little League game at Sowams Elementary this past Saturday. I am also one of the many … more

9/15/23

Editorial: The Bristol Warren district deserves better schools

The communities of Bristol and Warren have almost everything going for them. They are home to beautiful coastlines, world-class sailing, historic downtowns, working farms, booming manufacturers, … more

10/25/23

Letter: Agreed on the importance of trees

I just returned from Florida and I can attest to how terribly hot it can be if you are not in A/C or under a tree. more

4/4/24