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Tigers’ third singles player Courtnie Smith, a junior, co-captain, beat Anna Bryson, Coventry’s heaviest hitter, 6-3 6-3. She played steady and consistent according to assistant coach Sam Rollings.
Tigers upset first place Coventry 4-3
Tiverton High School’s girls' tennis edged previously undefeated Coventry 4-3 in a Division 3 home match on Wednesday afternoon. The win improved the Tigers’ record to 9-2 as they grabbed … more
Candidates for State Senate District 10, Republican Allyn Meyers (left) and Democrat Walter Felag, gathered for an question-and-answer foum at Warren Town Hall Monday, Oct. 7.
Felag, Meyers meet in State Senate District 10 forum
WARREN — The Warren Town Hall Chambers, fittingly, was the location for two town-centric forums held Monday night, Oct. 7, including the opener between candidates running in State Senate … more
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First singles player Lexi Boissonneau hits a forehand during her straight set win over Shea's Mikha’la Campbell. The Tigers' shut out Shea 7-0 for their third win of the season.
First 7-0 victory for Tigers' tennis squad
The Tiverton tennis team shut out Shea 7-0 in a Division 3 match at Slater Park on Thursday afternoon. The win improved the Tigers’ record to 3-1. “Our first 7-0 win,” said … more
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Demolition crews from the Aetna Co. began deck and beam removal from the westbound Washington Bridge span earlier this week.
Demolition of westbound span starts
In the past week contractors for the Rhode Island Department of Transportation began demolition of parapet walls along both sides of the westbound portion of the Washington Bridge. The work, being … more
Head coach Dillon Sheridan speaks to his big left tackle Tyler Garside, during halftime of Tiverton's 7-7 tie of Middletown during their injury fund game at Portsmouth on Thursday. Garside and the offensive line will be a big part of the team's success this season.
Tigers ready to compete for football crown behind Garside and offensive line
The offense line is a large part of any football team’s success. Especially left tackle, the position that protects the quarterback’s blind side. This season the Tigers finally have a … more
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Students ranging from all grade levels gathered on the first day of the 2024-25 term at St. Mary Academy-Bay View, opening the 150th year at the all-female school in East Providence.
St. Mary Academy-Bay View celebrates 150th anniversary
EAST PROVIDENCE — St. Mary Academy-Bay View located in the Riverside section of the city kicked off celebrations of its 150th anniversary, including the start of the 2024-25 term when it … more
Barges have been docked on the East Providence shoreline at Water Street in preparation for the start of razing the westbound side of the Washington Bridge.
Process of tearing down Washington Bridge westbound span begins
Preparations to raze the dilapidated west side portion of the Washington Bridge structure began in recent weeks with the erection of protective netting and the start of asphalt removal from the … more
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Athletes from the Providence Country Day School were among those from the Rhode Island Fencing Academy & Club to earn their way to the national championships in Ohio.
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 … more
Rhode Island Energy notifies customers about important upcoming changes
Rhode Island Energy notifies customers about important changes that will require their attention beginning August 19. The upcoming changes will include: a new website, a new bill design, a new phone … more
CCRI launches initial table games dealer training course
The Community College of Rhode Island, as part of its partnership with Bally’s Corporation, is launching its first course specific to the gaming industry, "Introduction to Table Games Dealer … more
Tiverton ace Lexi Fredricks struck out 3 and gave up 11 hits, 8 walks and 12 runs in the 12-0 state semifinal loss to Cranston Western.
Tiverton Majors Softball season halts in state semis
The Tiverton Majors Softball All-Stars ended their season, falling to Cranston Western 12-0 in the state semifinals on Tuesday night.  Tiverton managed just two hits off Cranston Western pitcher … more
Olivia Megna smashes a double to center field, plating Sofie Gill and Lexi Fredricks.
Tiverton Major All-Stars beat Cumberland 5-1, move on to finals
The Tiverton Majors All-Stars beat Cumberland 5-1 in the RI Softball State Tournament hosted by Portsmouth at Davidson Field on Monday night. Tiverton, playing out of the loser's bracket, moves on to … more
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RIDOT Director Peter Alviti speaks while showing a graph on traffic patterns on the Washington Bridge during a press conference Tuesday, July 9.
Westbound traffic flows improve, east side stalls with lane changes
PROVIDENCE — There's more than a hint of irony in the updated traffic figures for the Washington Bridge provided by state officials last week after they were forced to make dramatic alterations … more
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Attorney Max Wistow speaks July 10 during a review of the legal aspects pertaining to the Washington Bridge closure.
Bridge counselors coyly answer questions about their investigation
PROVIDENCE — It's likely the general public will not get all of the information it would expect and want to know about the Washington Bridge debacle any time soon. At least that's how the … more
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Lexi Fredricks struck out 5 and allowed 0 hits and 3 walks in 2 innings of work. It was her third no-hit effort in 5 tournament games.
Tiverton softball crushes South Kingstown 13-0
The Tiverton Majors Softball All-Stars bashed 11 hits as they crushed South Kingstown 13-0 in 4 innings to move on in the state softball tournament on Tuesday night. Morgan Napolitano smacked a … more
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Gov. Dan McKee speaks at a July 9 press conference updating the Washington Bridge reconstruction project.
Stresses, strains associated with bridge project likely led to lack of bids
PROVIDENCE — The stresses and strains associated with such a significant and scrutinized project are what state officials believe to be the reasons why no company formally bid to rebuild the … more
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Lexie Fredricks (left) and Abbie Coutu (right) celebrate with Mia Cabral (middle) after she hit an inside the park home run in the fifth inning.
Tiverton blanks Barrington 8-0, wins third straight District title
Lexie Fredricks threw a complete game no-hitter as the Tiverton Majors Division All Star softball team blanked Barrington 8-0 in the District 2 Championship game at Town Farm Field on Monday night. … more
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St Mary ­Academy-Bay View lists final Honor Roll students for 2023-24 term
EAST PROVIDENCE — St. Mary Academy-Bay View principal Dr. Marcela Rossi is proud to announce that 179 students made the honor roll for the fourth quarter, officially marking the end of … more
East Providence seeks artists for its ‘Beautility Box Mural Program’ program similar to ones done in the likes of Providence.
East Providence seeks artists for ‘Beautility Box' Mural Program
EAST PROVIDENCE — The City of East Providence Department of Planning and Economic Development, in partnership with the East Providence Arts Council, is calling on artists to submit design … more
The Class of 2024 graduates from the Providence Country Day School in East Providence.
Providence Country Day School celebrates Class of 2024
EAST PROVIDENCE — The weather was perfect Wednesday, June 12, during commencement for the graduates in the Senior Class of 2024 at Providence Country Day, who were recognized for their … more
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 … more
The Bay View Class of 2024.
Senior class of 50 graduates from St. Mary Academy-Bay View
St. Mary Academy-Bay View celebrated its 148th commencement as 50 young women from across Rhode Island and Southeast Massachusetts received their diplomas as members of the Class of 2024 at the … more
Legislation requiring safe firearms storage passes full General Assembly
PROVIDENCE — With final votes in the Senate, Thursday night, June 6, the General Assembly has approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Justine Caldwell and Sen. Pamela J. Lauria to require safe … more
Assembly passes e-bike regulations – Yes to some, no to others
PROVIDENCE — The General Assembly voted on Thursday, June 6, to approve legislation from East Bay Rep. Jennifer Boylan and Sen. Dawn Euer to expand the legal use of electric bicycles in Rhode … more
RIPTA will not move forward with service reductions
PROVIDENCE — The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority, RIPTA, will not move forward with previously proposed service reductions, which were scheduled to go into effect on Saturday, June 15, as … more
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