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Scam costs Tiverton man nearly $200,000 in gold

A Connecticut man who allegedly took part in a scam that cost a Tiverton resident nearly $200,000 in gold bullion last month is being held in federal custody as part of a larger investigation into …
Dems, GOP will have separate forums in Little Compton
If Little Compton residents want to learn more about their candidates for local office, it looks like they will have to attend two … Read More
Felag and Meyers meet in State Senate District 10 rematch
The race for Senate District 10 representing Warren as well as parts of Bristol and Tiverton at the 2024 General Election is a rematch … Read More
Gonzalez exit leaves questions on school board race
Come Wednesday, Nov. 6, Little Compton could see an exceedingly rare, if not unprecedented, turn of events in Rhode Island —   a … Read More
CRMC considers request to dismiss Tiverton oyster plan
Months after legislation that would effectively restrict oyster farming at Sapowet Cove became law in the Ocean State, there is still … Read More
Application deadline extended for businesses affected by Washington Bridge closure
Eligible small businesses and nonprofits now have until Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. to apply. Read More
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’ … Read More
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What's a mishoon? Find out in Little Compton

The farm coast has a proud maritime history that goes back longer than most people realize — starting Saturday, a master craftsman will show how the Wampanoags built their craft. Jonathan …

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 …
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Obituaries
Beverly Hancock Beverly A. Hancock, wife of the late Thomas P. Hancock, passed away on September 29, 2024, with family by her side. Beverly was born on December 10, 1936, to George and Doris (Harwood) Kent. Beverly i
John Botelho John Paul Botelho, 72, of Franklin Street, passed away on September 26, 2024, at HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Gildo and Olga M. (Marshall) Botelho. He i
Richard Brown Richard A. Brown, 63, of DeWolf Avenue, passed away on September 26, 2024, at home. He was the husband of Michele (Dupuis) Brown. Born in Newport, he was the son of the late Richard H. Geraldine (Ca
Sports
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Opinion
Letter: Watch out for rhetoric and misinformation in letters

Both residents and voters should definitely pay attention to the rhetoric appearing in letters to the editor on page seven of the Sakonnet Times' Sept. 26. Issue. It's very difficult to see words …

Letter: Keep Little Compton rural and little

Last night I attended a meeting called by Don McNaughton, chairman of the Little Compton Agricultural Trust (LCACT) to present two development options for Little Compton (by an outside planning …

Letter: Hoping for the best for South Shore Beach

Not having a spouse or granny who has lived in Little Compton forever, I found this community in the usual way — by running the cursor on Google Earth along the 400 miles of Rhode Island …

Letter: We know Little Compton needs change — but what next?

Last week, I attended the Agricultural Conservancy Trust (Ag Trust) presentation of the Little Compton Futures Project. The presentation included informative historical and current land use data, …

Letter: A video is worth 1,000 words — Stop Seasons

I am seeing political lawn signs everywhere, but have you noticed the yellow ones that aren’t political? They say "STOP SEASONS," and not everyone I asked knew what they meant. Turns out that a …

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