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Sakonnet police logs: Deer collisions, drug arrests
TIVERTON POLICE LOGS Monday, Nov. 18 Joana M Apolinario, 35, of 27 W Evans St., Newport, was charged with domestic simple assault and/or battery, after police were called to Pelletier Lane … more
Letter: Where is Gonzalez's evidence in Rocha, Soderlund letter?
In response to the “Letter to the Editor” published on December 4, 2024, by former Vice President of the Little Compton Democratic Town Committee Megan Gonzalez, we feel compelled to … more
Annual 5k beach race benefits Mt. Hope High indoor track program
The Mt. Hope High School indoor track and field team's annual "I'd Rather Be Indoor" 5k run/walk steps off Sunday morning, Dec. 8, at Bristol Town Beach. The race starts at 10:30 a.m. Organizers … more
Ann-Marie Harrington will succeed Dr. G. Alan Kurose as chair of the Rhode Island Foundation’s Board of Directors this Friday. The entrepreneur and marketing technology executive will take the helm as the organization launches a new action plan that will drive its work for the next five years.
Portsmouth woman named chair of the Rhode Island Foundation 
PORTSMOUTH — The Board of Directors of the Rhode Island Foundation has elected Ann-Marie Harrington of Portsmouth as chair. The seasoned entrepreneur and … more
Distinctive Homes of the East Bay & South Coast| WINTER 2024
Distinctive Homes of the East Bay & South Coast| WINTER 2024 more
Bristol and Warren Holiday Guide | 2024
Bristol and Warren Holiday Guide | 2024 more
Sakonnet Times - Thursday, December 5, 2024
Dr. Patrick T. Conley, chairman of the U.S. Constitution Council, delivers an address to dignitaries at Philadelphia’s Independence Hall on Dec. 15, 1991, to mark the Bicentennial of the Bill of Rights. U.S. Chief Justice Warren Burger delivered a similar address on that day in Richmond, Virginia.
In praise and recognition of America’s Bill of Rights
December 15 is the anniversary of our Bill of Rights. On that date in 1791, Virginia’s ratification of Articles I through X of our Constitution incorporated them permanently into our … more
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Shamik Steele, in a 2022 Newport Police Department booking photo.
Tiverton man to serve life for 2022 murder
A Tiverton man will serve life behind bars for shooting a man to death following an argument in a Newport social club two years ago. At a hearing Monday before Superior Court Justice Stephen P. … more
Letter: Listen, Rocha and Kinnane: Little Compton voters have spoken
It’s the same old story from Little Compton Republicans, and frankly, it’s a disservice to our town. Once again, we’re seeing behavior that undermines the voices of Little … more
The former Flounders restaurant on Pottersville Road is expected to re-open under a different name, after one of its former co-owners bought it back with new ownership group.
Closed Little Compton restaurant sells — to former owner
The former Flounders restaurant at 90 Pottersville Road is expected to open again, albeit under a new name, two years after it closed. Roger Wilkie Jr., one of the property's previous owners … more
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Republican Town Committee chairman Michael Rocha, who lost his seat in November election, will serve two years after a fellow committee member's exit last week.
Rocha returns to Little Compton school board following Kinnane exit
One month after he lost his seat on the Little Compton School Committee, Republican Michael W. Rocha II is expected to reclaim it this month, following the resignation last week of Republican … more
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Senior captains Ben Troia, Roman Fauci, Tyler Garside and Malcolm Michaud pose for a photo with their pies from host Rogers after their Thanksgiving game loss at Toppa Field on Wednesday night.
Game Photos: Captains reflect on Tigers’ season after Turkey game loss
The Tiverton High School football season came to an end after suffering a 40-0 loss to D-3 Rogers in a Thanksgiving Day match up at Toppa Field on Wednesday night. The Vikings made it alright after … more
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Domestic protection order violations top Portsmouth Police report
PORTSMOUTH — Here are some recent arrests made by the Portsmouth Police Department: Monday, Nov. 25 Robert Christopher Laureanno, 53, of 3030 East Main Road, was charged with domestic … more
SouthCoast Wind goes for sound variance on Dec. 9
PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth Town Council will hold a public hearing at 7 pm. on Monday, Dec. 9, 2024, on SouthCoast Wind ’s request for a sound variance. more
Donna Tetreault, the South Coast Honor Guard's founder, at the recent ceremony in Tiverton.
Honor guard honors nurses in Tiverton
A new group that seeks to recognize nurses and the vital work they do recently paid a visit to a Tiverton nursing home, honoring 12 retired area nurses at the Brookdale Sakonnet Bay assisted living … more
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Sakonnet Times - Wednesday, November 27, 2024
This rendering of the Chase Marina looks west, across the Sakonnet River Bridge to Portsmouth beyond.
Tiverton marina plan takes shape
Members of the Harbor Commission and DEM sat down recently to discuss the future of the Chase Marina redevelopment project, after a year or more of seemingly little outwardly visible progress by the … more
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Letter: Lawbreakers, lawbreakers everywhere these days
What is it with these “illegal immigrants” in the news? I mean, sneaking across the border is a crime, but is the guilty person himself considered a crime? So a human being can actually … more
Letter: Antitrust case could undermine data privacy bill
If you’re like me, you care about protecting your family’s personal information. I practice basic personal security tips like not using the same password for everything. But everything … more
Tiverton police logs: Animal calls, host of arrests
Monday, Nov. 4 A driver on Route 24 called police to report an erratic driver at 9:02 a.m. A resident reported a sex offense at the Bourne Mill Apartments at 9:58 a.m. A disturbance … more
Sakonnet Times - Thursday, November 21, 2024
Tiverton animal sanctuary wins $30,000 grant
Tiverton's West Place Animal Sanctuary has been awarded a $30,000 grant to support its Animal Nutritional, Medical and Enrichment Program. The organization provides shelter and rehabilitation for a … more
Little Compton police logs: Two deer/car collisions
Monday, Nov. 4 A caller from Peckham Road reported larceny, forgery or fraud at 10:27 a.m. Jorge Xante, 35, of 15 Joslin St., Providence, was charged with driving without a license after … more
Tiverton Town Administrator Chris Cotta (left) tours the Longplex facility, in this 2022 file photo.
Tiverton administrator search — only one application so far
Tiverton’s search for a new town administrator is progressing but the town council president is not sure if the position will be filled by the time Chris Cotta, the town's current … more
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