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Hot Shots! Mt. Hope High seniors Silva, Goglia ink D-I college letters

Bristol resident and Mt. Hope High senior Everson Goglia has accepted a scholarship to play college soccer at the University of Rhode Island.

Two Mt. Hope High School student athletes recently penned their National Letters of Intent during the 2025 spring signing period to continue their academic and sports careers at the top level of …

Groups prepare annual weekend of Memorial Day programs in Warren

Veterans from the town, shown during the 2022 parade, will once again gather this weekend for the 2025 edition of Memorial Day services May 25 and 26.

The Town of Warren hosts its 157th annual Memorial Day events May 25 and 26, with a remembrance and honors ceremony, beginning on Sunday at 9 a.m. with recognition program to be held at Warren's …

State celebrates clamming industry with annual 'Quahog Week'

RI Shellfish Association President Mike McGiveney (left) and member Scott Travers (right) shuck clams during the "Quahog Week" event held at The Guild Restaurant on Water Street in Warren Wednesday, May 14.

The governor, representatives from the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management, the Rhode Island Seafood Marketing Collaborative and the Rhode Island Shellfisherman's Association gathered …

Kickemuit kicks up some dirt — outdoor learning space finally underway

A stroll along a winding meadow path, surrounded by native plants, reveals a world alive with butterflies, ladybugs, and the cheerful … Read More

Gallery: KMS students bring 'Shrek Jr.' alive!

Arts Alive! and young thespians from Kickemuit Middle School joined together for performances of "Shrek The Musical, Jr." last … Read More

Warren Planning Board talks improving communications, planner situation

The Warren Planning Board agenda for its May 19 meeting, like those of the six months prior, included an expected public hearing on … Read More

Huskies start track and field championship slate

The final few weeks of spring are supposed to be one of anticipation and exaltation for track and field athletes, but the mood turned … Read More

Warren Town Council accepts RI Commerce funding for Metacom land study

The town council, at its May 13 meeting, approved taking advantage of a grant opportunity through Rhode Island Commerce in the amount … Read More

Accident leaves hole in CVS Pharmacy on Metacom Avenue in Warren

An elderly driver careened into the front facade of the CVS Pharmacy on Metacom Avenue in Warren just before noontime on Thursday, May … Read More

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Barrington celebrates Memorial Day with ceremonies and parade

The Memorial Day Parade in Barrington will step off on Monday morning, May 26. The town's Memorial Day activities will begin with a wreath-laying ceremony at Victory Gate at Barrington High …

'Tiverton Celebrates' with a parade, a block party, and fireworks

It’s a day of celebration in Tiverton on Saturday, May 24. The festivities start with the Tiverton Celebrates Parade beginning at 10 a.m. at the corner of Judson Street and traveling along …

'Boots on the Ground' at Fort Adams this weekend

In 2016, Operation Stand Down RI launched the Boots on the Ground for Heroes Memorial, which now displays more than 7,000 combat boots adorned with flags and placards. Each boot represents a U.S. …

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Obituaries

Joseph Desautel Jr. Longtime Barrington Resident|Joseph Normand Desautel, Jr. ("Joe") of Old Saybrook, Connecticut died at the age of 75 on May 11, 2025 surrounded by his loving family following a brief illness. Joe

Sam Abram Husband and Father |Sam Abram, age 74, of Barrington, passed away in his home on April 23, 2025. He remains beloved by his wife Dorothy, son Daniel, and daughter Arianna. Sam was born on June 12, 19

Arthur Tattrie Former Bristol Resident

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Sports

Huskies drop crunch boys' volleyball decision to Patriots The final meeting of the 2025 Division III boys' volleyball regular season for the Portsmouth High School and Mt. Hope squads had tremendous meaning, as it would likely determine both first place in …

Mt. Hope High spring sports sides approach end of 2025 seasons Entering the final few days of the regular season, the Mt. Hope High School boys' lacrosse team appeared to have just about locked up first place in the Division III standings and the top seed in the …

Huskies' sports notes: Mt. Hope boys' lacrosse squad continues to sizzle The Mt. Hope High School boys' lacrosse team experienced a brief hiccup recently during what has otherwise been a superb 2025 season to date. The Huskies sandwiched multiple league wins around a …

Council gives final approval to Warren's Fiscal Year 2025-26 operational budget The Warren Town Council, at its May 13 meeting, gave final formal approval of the Fiscal Year 2025-26 operational budget. The budget, which received approval from the state, calls for …

Opinion

Letter: Some more ways for worried locals to take action

Thank you for keeping us informed about so many opportunities in our local community.

Rhode Island case against energy producers knowingly distorts facts

For those that are following, a two-hour hearing on April 15 in Providence County Superior Court marked the latest chapter in Rhode Island’s long-running …

Support bill prohibiting sale of products from fur farms

To the editor: Kudos to Sen. Linda Ujifusa for cosponsoring the Trade in Farmed Animal Fur Products Act (S.25), which would prohibit the sale of new products made with fur sourced from fur farms …

Letter: In support of mandatory stop signs at bike paths

In my 30 years of traffic management in some form, I don't make this recommendation lightly.

Letter: Some antidotes to despair

To the editor: Day 100 of the current administration is upon us. With that formidable reality, I rise each day struggling to choose hope over despair. You may be feeling similarly—daunted by …

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