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Portsmouth kicks off football season with Injury Fund shutout

PORTSMOUTH — It may have just been an abbreviated Injury Fund contest, but the Portsmouth High School varsity football team showed it’s ready for the official season opener set for …
Tiverton council balks at short term rental plan
PIC: VRBO PHOTO This cottage on Main Street, one of scores across Tiverton, is available for short term rentals, $610 per night. … Read More
Tiverton looks toward future of Chase Marina property
As the state DEM continues to grapple with the redevelopment of the former Chase Marina property at 169 Riverside Drive, local … Read More
West Nile Virus found in Tiverton
DEM and the state Department of Health scientists have found West Nile Virus in Tiverton, bringing to 20 the number of samples that … Read More
Tiverton police make seagull's day
There’s no word on whether it resisted but judging from the photo, it appears likely. Regardless, Tiverton police officer Nicholas … Read More
Two Portsmouth runners winners at Injury Fund meet
PORTSMOUTH — If the results of an Injury Fund meet over the weekend are any indication, Portsmouth High’s cross-country teams are … Read More
From the stage to the school
PORTSMOUTH — Just when he thought he was out, they pulled him back in. For years Paul Amadio had been a head of several … Read More
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Little Compton minister invites all for dinner

For busy parents and caregivers who are immersed in back-to-school activities, the idea of a relaxing evening out — and away from the kids — may be the last thing on their minds. But the …

Bristol House Tour will open 12 private homes next month

The Bristol Historical & Preservation Society is holding its House Tour 2024 on Saturday, Sept. 21, when 12 private homes, some of which have not been open for more than 25 years, will be …

Little Compton UCC summer fair is Saturday

The United Congregational Church of Little Compton will hold its 63rd Annual Summer Church Fair, and the 43rd Annual Road Race, this Saturday at the Commons. The day kicks off at 8:30 with the …
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Obituaries
Gerald Larson Gerald A. Larson, 65, of Bristol, passed away after a battle with cancer at his home on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, with his family at his side. He was the devoted husband of Cheryl (King) Larson for 40
Kathleen Amaral Kathleen A. Amaral, 86, of Hope Street, passed away after a brief illness on September 5, 2024, at Rhode Island Hospital. She was the wife of George Amaral. Born in Fall River, MA, she was the daugh
Scott Mathison Scott A. Mathison, 63, of Warren, passed away suddenly at home on Monday, September 2, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Marilyn R. (McVay) Mathison, with whom he shared 29 blissful years of marri
Sports
Fall sports underway as Portsmouth plays Tiverton in Injury Fund game PORTSMOUTH — Fall high school sports got a jump on the start of the academic year, as the Portsmouth High girls’ volleyball, boys’ and girls’ soccer, and cross-country …
RIFAC athletes shine in lead up to national championships It was another terrific spring and summer season of competitions for several Rhode Island Fencing Academy & Club athletes of all ages as they took part in various events leading up the the …
New MetLinks officially opens for play on June 27 EAST PROVIDENCE — MetLinks, the nine-hole re-envisioned former front side of the defunct Metacomet Country Club, will officially open to the public on Thursday, June 27. The first tee time …
Portsmouth eliminated in D-3 boys’ volleyball semis PORTSMOUTH — In just its second season of competitive play, the Portsmouth High School boys’ volleyball team made it all the way to the Division III semifinals.
Opinion
Letter: Another great summer at South Shore Beach

At the end of another great summer, I wanted to spread some kudos to those who work at what I think of as "my" local beach, South Shore. Aside from its natural beauty, the staff there is …

Letter: ’Social Host’ DUI law — an idea worth exploring

I was taught in my teens that driving is a privilege, not a right.  Another week, another driver convicted of DUI that has had numerous prior DUI convictions, many resulting in accidents …

Letter: Feeling warmly welcomed in Little Compton

I began writing a letter to the editor in response to a number of recent events in our community relating to offshore wind. After some reflection I decided that I did not want to possibly contribute …

Letter: Nanaquaket Road — What a mess

The state of disrepair on Nanaquaket Road has now become a liability to the state and town, and a hazard for recreational cyclists. You can still see the blood stains on the pavement. It’s …

Letter: Lifeguards prevented a tragedy at Tappen’s Beach

I wanted to write to you to with praise for the Warren’s Point Beach Club lifeguarding team and their director, Mr. Fennessey. This past Sunday my husband Tim and I walked to …

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