THURSDAY, JUNE 12, 2025

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Her books about a dog come to town — by boat

Lynn Hughes holds up the two books she has published in her lifetime — “The Bagy Bunch Solves a Mystery” and “The Adventures of Harry the Rhode Island Boat Dog.”

Rhode Islanders are known for making outlandish statements like, “It’s 45 minutes? Better get a hotel,” whenever faced with the idea of traveling across the state. And if someone …

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

An overhead view of the densely-situated property up for sale in the downtown area of Warren, which is being marketed as location for the potential remodeling of a structure into an accessory dwelling unit, "ADU."

WARREN — The issue of accessory dwelling units, "ADUs" for short, is becoming a larger topic of discussion around the state, including here in Warren, as the revised housing laws passed by the …

Burlingame submits resignation as Warren's finance director

David Burligame is stepping aside as the finance director in Warren to be replace by Gary Marshall, who is departing a similar role in Bristol.

WARREN — David Burlingame has officially tended his resignation as the Warren's finance director, doing so formally with a letter directed to the town council and placed on its meeting agenda …

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

'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 … Read More

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. … Read More

Gallery: Mt. Hope High School commencement

Members in the Mt. Hope High School Class of 2025 received their diplomas, the seniors graduating on a warm late spring evening at … Read More

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. … Read More

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 … 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

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

Patricia Franco Bristol|Patricia Ann (Amaral) Franco, 85, of Bristol, passed away on Friday, June 6, 2025, at her residence. She was the beloved wife of Dominic Franco for 65 years. Born in Fall River, MA, she w

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Sports

Huskies cage Cougars in Division III boys' volleyball semis Regardless of what happens the rest of the way, the Mt. Hope High School boys' volleyball team cemented the 2025 season as being the best in the rather brief 10-year history of the program after the …

Huskies chop down Oakers in Division III boys' lacrosse semifinals It was a bit more difficult than expected, but the Mt. Hope High School boys' lacrosse team extended its unbeaten run into the 2025 Division III playoffs as the Huskies defeated Coventry, 9-5, in the …

Kickemuit's Cicchinelli captures girls' middle school long jump crown Jourdan Cicchinelli won the girls' long jump title with a leap of 15 feet, 7.25 inches at the 2025 middle school state outdoor track and field championships held Sunday afternoon, June 1, in …

KMS outdoor track and field teams combine for second-place finish in division meet The Kickemuit Middle School outdoor track and field teams had an outstanding performance recently as they competed in their Eastern Division Championship Meet in Barrington, highlighted by two …

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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