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Letter: Union Public Library sale was one for the books!

On behalf of the Union Public Library Association, I would like to thank the Tiverton community for their support of our annual book, bake, and Yard Sale held on July 20. It was a great success! … more

8/7/24

Letter: What a day — Petals and Meadows was wonderful

The Sogkonate Garden Club wishes to thank the communities of Tiverton, Little Compton and Westport for their enthusiastic support of our recent garden tour, “Petals and … more

8/6/24

Letter: Anti-wind — The foam that broke the camel’s back

As someone who once supported the concept of offshore wind for its promise of economic growth, job creation, and environmental benefits, I am now deeply troubled by what has transpired surrounding … more

8/6/24

It’s not too early to keep an eye on the 2026 race for Gov.

STORY OF THE WEEK: It’s peak summer in Rhode Island, so politics is probably far from the minds of most Ocean Staters. But the filing of second-quarter campaign finance reports underscores how … more

By Ian Donnis | 8/6/24

Can we get something right?

No wonder people are skeptical of government. The ineptitude of the Rhode Island executive branch led by Gov. Dan McKee is staggering. Here are just a few examples: The I-195 bridge The … more

By Arlene Violet, Esq. | 8/6/24

Letter: Wind turbines simply can’t produce enough power

To the editor: Clay Commons, regarding your letter in the July 25 edition (“Wind power foes should ponder where energy comes from”): First off, let me say that not all of us … more

8/5/24

Letter: She was the heart and soul of Bayside YMCA

To the editor: On July 1, the Bayside Family YMCA lost a pillar of our community, and a tireless advocate for Y programming that enriches the lives of countless families. For nearly three … more

8/2/24

Letter: Help pave a better way for local students

Superior Comfort Inc. has teamed up with the Bristol Warren School District to launch a special school supply donation drive aimed at ensuring all students have the necessary tools to excel in their studies. more

8/1/24

Letter: School Committee needs to work with Town Council

To the editor: After a long debate — over 20 years worth on my end and many other people and private groups also on redoing victory field and track — the Barrington School Committee … more

8/1/24

Letter: Sidewalks are also needed on Massasoit Avenue

To the editor: I read about the $1.3M in new sidewalk construction on Maple Avenue and Lincoln Avenue. While I applaud those projects, there is no way that they would be more impactful in … more

7/31/24

Letter: Tax hike for non-resident property owners unfair

To the editor: I just heard of what the (Middletown) Town Council is planning to do with raising the tax rate for non-owner-occupied properties. Totally unfair and not right. I have … more

7/30/24

Westport Health Notes: The buzz on bugs — protect yourself!

Welcome to Westport Health Notes, a monthly column from the Westport Board of Health (BOH). The goal is to share information with our community about local issues and projects, public health alerts, … more

By Donna Amaral | 7/29/24

Letter: R.I. now third state to call for removal of nuclear weapons

To the editor: On June 6, the Rhode Island House of Representatives adopted with broad support a resolution urging the federal government to pursue a wide range of measures to reduce the danger … more

7/29/24

Letter: In response to a thoughtful political letter

There are points in Mr. Grapevine's letter I can agree with. That said, there are points which we see quite differently. more

7/25/24

The Dolly Momma: On summer people in a small, sandy ocean town

William James is said to have said, “Summer afternoon: The two most beautiful words in the English Language.” Still, we take it for granted. The To do List of musty musts finds it way … more

By The Dolly Mama | 7/25/24

Letter: Confused and concerned about costs of new school

I have raised these matters at previous school building committee meetings but have not been satisfied with the explanations provided to me that all was right. more

7/25/24

Editorial: Creative solutions to Barrington's beach parking jam

There are no easy solutions to the parking and access problems at Barrington Town Beach. Had town leaders developed a long-range vision a generation ago, they might have acquired a nearby lot or two … more

7/25/24

Letter: Wind power foes should ponder where energy comes from

To the editor: As I drive around some of the high-rent areas of the island, I see huge single-family homes, with perfectly kept lawns and hedges. It would be reasonable to assume that their … more

7/23/24

Letter: Blades' failure should be a wake-up call

It was bound to happen, as predicted by common sense and science. On Saturday, July 13, 2024, a fiberglass turbine blade of Vineyard Wind ripped off, fell into the ocean, and promptly drifted to … more

7/22/24

Letter: Alarmist on offshore wind? No, just very wary

Big thanks to the Westport Shorelines for hosting the critically important conversation regarding Offshore Wind, starting with the July 9 report, " Westport looks to organize as offshore wind … more

7/22/24

Letter: Who They are

To the editor: The Barrington DEI Committee, henceforth referred to as B-DEI, has shown another documentary in their film series. To nobody's surprise, it was another America-hating, divisive … more

7/18/24

Letter: Fly your flags, or leave the Country

You, the reader, have every right to leave the United States. No one forces you to stay. more

7/18/24

Letter: Putting sarcasm aside

This is in response to Clay Commons’s sarcastic “catastrophe” letter published last week. more

7/18/24

Letter: Fear and loathing in Bristol

The July 11 letter “Fly your flags, or leave the Country” leaves this reader baffled. more

7/18/24

Letter: Political diversity is vital to a peaceful society

A TRUE embrace of Diversity Equity and Inclusion should exist, but for philosophies – including ones you may not agree with. more

7/18/24