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To the editor: I am blessed to have a generator and wished all my neighbors had one as well. I am beginning to believe that the town council is in cahoots with generator companies! While I … more
To the editor: This was the second time this year that Barrington lost power. I had to drive across town during both blackouts. What I witnessed was a potential for a life changing accident. At … more
It’s always a good idea to shop locally, and it might mean more this year than ever before. The pandemic has disrupted everything — every person, every organization, every business. … more
Most folks in town know South Lake Drive, and many will remember the first time they discovered it. Lightly marked and somewhat hidden, it feels almost mysterious, and a new driver might wonder if … more
On Saturday, Nov. 14, I called the R.I. Department of Environmental Management. I was deeply concerned about a fox in our neighborhood that was in extreme distress. He had lost his fur, and … more
First, regarding “Speakout” criticism of pre-election editorial in support of Joe Biden, I too felt it was entirely one-sided in its assertion of Biden’s character, integrity, and … more
It was interesting to watch the Bristol election season unfold from afar, with all the back and forth between the progressive local Democrat Party and this new group of Bristol County Concerned … more
The League of Women Voters of R.I. (LWVRI), its Board, local Leagues and our members acknowledge how during these extraordinary times, Rhode Island’s election was well-run and secure. The … more
To the editor: Where is the Barrington Republican Party? We are hiding in plain sight for anyone that wants to participate and strike a balance against one-party rule in our town and state. … more
To the editor: I have been honored over the past 2 years to serve the Town of Barrington as a member of the Town Council. It is a community made up of hardworking residents that believe strongly … more
To the editor: If the town had done as last week’s editorial suggested, instead of listening to the town manager, residents would have died. It’s a simple fact, and, if you read to … more
To the editor: Which office do I go to get my reputation back? That was the famous quote of President Reagan’s secretary of labor, Ray Donovan, when charges against him were dismissed. I … more
To the editor: Over the past few months, while witnessing local Black Lives Matter protests and long-overdue conversations about race, I’ve observed that much of the debate surrounds … more
Several years ago the clinical and medical worlds stopped labeling people ‘autistic’ and began labeling them with ‘autism spectrum disorder.’ The change signified a deeper … more
To the editor: Based on your coverage of October's Black Lives Matter vigil (October 28, 2020), some of your readers may be under the mistaken impression that Barrington's Jewish community … more
The verdict is in. The U.S.A. is a winner with its record ballot turnout by mail and in person despite obstacles to voting, including the ever-lurking coronavirus. The election of President-elect … more
The election is over, and a new era begins. It’s time to forget the past and hope a new administration can change the culture of government. We’re talking about the Barrington Town … more
Election‎ Day‎ 2020 — A‎ day‎ that‎ will‎ live‎ in‎ infamy.‎ Wanting‎ to‎ avoid‎ the‎ big‎ crowds‎ I‎ decided‎ to‎ … more
In last week’s edition of the Phoenix there was an article which contained interviews with various local candidates and their belief that Bristol voters cast their ballots for more … more
To the editor: I am very disappointed in the vote to remove our 387-year-old name from the State's nomenclature. I realize that those who voted to remove it probably did not know the origin behind … more
Toward the end of the Barrington Town Council meeting on Monday night, councilors approved a $25,000 annual contract with NDM Consulting to serve as the town’s emergency management coordinator. … more
I don’t think that I ‘m the only person who could not wait for this election to be over. I hope that as you read this, someone has won decisively. Otherwise, we are in for a rocky road … more
I implore the editorial board to work a little harder as it develops its pieces and ask yourselves, or really any woman who might be close by, to reconsider headlines such as “... Mr. … more
In last week’s edition of the Phoenix, arguing that the word “Plantation” be removed from the name of Rhode Island, Stephan Brigidi stated that “History is constantly … more
To the editor: Raimondo’s new lockdowns are a disgrace! Cancel Halloween Parties! When Halloween falls on a Saturday the economic impact is the greatest compared to any other day! … more
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