FRIDAY, JUNE 13, 2025

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Council moves on possible planning, zoning board merger in Warren

WARREN — Warren's zoning and planning boards might soon become one, at least the prospect is being considered formally after the town council broached the issue somewhat in depth for the first …

KMS's Krawczyk 'steams' towards potential national educator accolade

Educator Kerri Krawczyk smiles with her family, son Connor and husband Jason, while receiving applause for being named a national Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching finalist during a ceremony June 12 at Kickemuit Middle School.

WARREN — The accolades, one already well certain and another possibly on the horizon, keep coming for Kickemuit Middle School instructor Kerri Krawczyk. Previously recognized for a …

Warren 'remains' a destination for Hollywood

WARREN — Hollywood once again comes to town in the coming days as filming for the upcoming motion picture "Remain" will take place here, beginning Wednesday, June 18. The film , based on …

Warren Community Garden continues to 'grow' with shed addition

The town's nascent Warren Community Garden project continues to take shape, the latest addition being the situating a storage shed … Read More

Monterecy is a match, becomes new Bristol Warren assistant super

BRISTOL — Courtney Monterecy was formally introduced as the new assistant superintendent for the Bristol Warren Regional School … Read More

Her books about a dog come to town — by boat

Rhode Islanders are known for making outlandish statements like, “It’s 45 minutes? Better get a hotel,” whenever faced with the … Read More

Anodyne or aggravating...'ADU' issue sparks a reaction

WARREN — The issue of accessory dwelling units, "ADUs" for short, is becoming a larger topic of discussion around the state, … Read More

Burlingame submits resignation as Warren's finance director

WARREN — David Burlingame has officially tended his resignation as the Warren's finance director, doing so formally with a letter … Read More

A state of mind changes the state of prisons

Adriana Ferns is a certified personal trainer who encourages others to be strong, fit, and disciplined, which are exactly the … Read More

Things To Do ...

Tools & Trades Day at Coggeshall Farm

Coggeshall Farm is hosting “Tools and Trades Day,” a chance for visitors to learn about some of the many trades that were important to farmers in the 18th century. On Saturday, June 14, …

Sunset Music Series on Fridays at Westport Rivers

The 18th season of Sunset Music Series is underway on Fridays (and two Saturdays) this summer. Bring your blankets, bug spray and lawn chairs. Wine, beer and food available for purchase, with …

34th summer of polo begins Saturday

Newport Polo has unveiled the season schedule for the Newport International Polo Series. Presented by Turkish Airlines, it features a lineup of matches and international rivalries for the 34th summer …

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Obituaries

Sally Arruda Sally M. (Cavaca) Arruda, 90, of Newport, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at Village House. Sally graduated from J.F.Wilbur School, married and raised her family in Little Compton. She was an

Lawrence Beirne Lawrence T. Beirne, 92, of Fountain Avenue, Barrington, died peacefully on June 9, 2025 surrounded by his loving family after a brief illness. He was the beloved husband of the late Louise M. (Pelissi

Brian Welch BRIAN J. WELCH - Funeral Mass of the Resurrection|Brian J. Welch, 60, previous death notice in the Barrington Times. Passed away in Dover-Foxcroft Maine December 2, 2024. Funeral Mass of the Resurrect

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Sports

'Gansett jolts Mt. Hope, upsets top seeds for boys' lacrosse crown PROVIDENCE — The Mt. Hope High School boys' lacrosse team's unbeaten run to a potential Division III title, literally and figuratively, got jolted in recent days as the top-seeded Huskies were …

Mt. Hope's Jackson 'leaps' at second chance to become state champion PROVIDENCE — Thea Jackson is both a quick healer and the beneficiary of a second opinion. She's also a state champion...two times. The Mt. Hope High School two-sport star, who about a …

Huskies make school history, win first boys' volleyball championship PROVIDENCE — It took 10 springs and five intense sets for the Mt. Hope High School boys' volleyball team to become a champion. Saturday night, June 7, at Rhode Island College's Murray …

Lightning 'strikes' Mt. Hope boys' lacrosse final from weekend schedule PROVIDENCE — Lighting associated with the severe weather that hit the area mid-afternoon Saturday, June 7, forced the postponement of the Mt. Hope High School-Narragansett boys' lacrosse …

Opinion

Letter: In support of an assault weapons ban

To the editor: I never know day to day if another community will be devastated by gun violence once again. Even more worrisome is if I turn the news on and hear one of those communities is right …

Letter: ‘No Kings’ in the USA — Join us June 14

To the editor: I had intended to write a much different letter this week with information on No Kings Day. I will get to that, but first I feel the need to express my horror and heartbreak at …

Letter: Extolling the virtues of a state-based, single-payer healthcare system

To the editor: Attorney General Peter Neronha recently announced several important actions related to healthcare that seek to address the problems facing our state and all RI citizens. These are …

Letter: Skip the parade and attend a No Kings Day rally

To the editor: On June 14th the nation will be subjected to the spectacle of a military parade the likes of which we generally do not have in our country, and to make matters worse, the chief …

Letter: Support bill to keep Rhode Island litter free

To the editor: I am writing to encourage East Bay readers to contact their representatives to voice support for House bill H 6207 pending in the Rhode Island legislature that would create a …

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