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DEM, Marine association provides boating community with virus guidelines
PROVIDENCE — The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management and the Rhode Island Marine Trades Association last week issued the following guidance regarding the safe operation of … more
Nadia Dias (left) and Savannah Lariviere play Rocket League.
New Mt. Hope Esports team has plenty of game
Electronic Sports (Esports) structures organized competitive gameplay between two teams. It’s relatively new to youth sports, recognized by the Rhode Island Interscholastic League for only about the last five years or so. more
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Dave McCarthy, veteran and chairman of the Warren Honor Roll Committee, will provide opening remarks for events throughout the two-day Memorial Day remembrance event schedule.
Warren Memorial Day observance schedule of events and parade route
Warren will observe Memorial Day with two days of events on Sunday and Monday. See the full schedule and parade route here. more
Pokanoket Sachem Chief Tracey Dancing Star Brown performs a blanket dance with other women of the tribe during Pokanoket Heritage Day at Burr’s Hill Park on Sunday. The event featured Native American singing, dancing, drumming, storytelling, presentations and displays on Pokanoket history and culture. 
A celebration of the Pokanokets at Burr’s Hill
Burr’s Hill Park in Warren was the site for a Pokanoket Heritage Day on Sunday, Aug. 7. The event featured Native American singing, dancing, drumming, storytelling, presentations and displays … more
Portsmouth man charged with 6th-degree arson
PORTSMOUTH — A 52-year-old Portsmouth man was arrested Saturday, June 10, and charged with sixth-degree arson. Officers responded at about 2 p.m. to a report of a fire burn in a local … more
Molly Thibaudeau dismounts from the beam during a home meet against South Kingston, Tuesday, January 21st.
After four undefeated seasons, it’s a rebuilding year for Mt. Hope gymnasts
The Mt. Hope gymnastics team is finally in a rebuilding year, after going undefeated four straight years and winning four state championships, one Division I title in 2019, and three Division II championships from 2016-18, with talented gymnasts Meghan Oliver, Jayme Foreman and Kaitlyn Quinn. more
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Asher Schofield bags T-shirts for delivery Thursday afternoon. His Frog and Toad store has sold more than 5,000 of them so far.
Knock it Off! Warren T-shirt campaign is a huge hit
Knock it off! Shut it down! Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo’s catch phrases, a plea to residents to stay inside, hunker down and help prevent the spread of the Covid-19 virus, have … more
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Water authority proposes another rate increase
Bristol County Water Authority customers should expect rate increases each year for the next 10 years, starting with a proposed 5 percent increase this year. BCWA Executive Director Pam Marchand … more
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Crews make improvements to the bike path bridge detours. The 2022 federal Appropriations bill includes $5 million for the bike path bridges.
Federal government kicking in $5 million for bike path bridges
Funding for the East Bay Bike Path bridges has made its way into the 2022 Appropriations bill that was recently unveiled by the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee.   Senator Jack Reed, a … more
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Students from various levels of Ryan Garrity’s (standing, to the left) construction program sit at one of the two handicap-accessible picnic tables that they built for the Town of Warren’s Pete Sepe Pavillion. Sitting (not listed in order), they include: Tyler Gow, Sam Rodrigues, Gavin Akervik, Jared Hughes, Zachary Janke, and Nate Evans. Standing next to Garrity is senior Aidan Lima.
Mt. Hope construction program builds confidence, future careers
Seven Mt. Hope High School students assembled under the pavilion’s shade — seated at two handicap-accessible picnic tables they had recently built as part of their construction curriculum. more
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The Warren DMV remains closed — and that's against the law
In March of 2020, under the notion of reducing possible spread of Covid-19, the Rhode Island DMV closed its branch office in Warren. It hasn’t re-opened since, which the Town Council pointed out is against state regulations. more
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Marissa Ferris stands among the top deck of The Wharf, which she acquired with her husband four years ago. The stunning vista earned her the accolade of Best Outdoor Dining spot in the East Bay, and their improvements to the restaurant earned them the Best Restaurant in the East Bay award among much competition.
Warren shines among RI’s 'Best'
If Warren is the smallest town in the smallest county in the smallest state in the nation, then it has some of the most talented people, beloved businesses and sought after products per capita … more
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Bruce (Doc) F. Cotta, a highly decorated Army veteran who served as a combat medic during the Vietnam War from 1968-1969, delivered a keynote address from the South Burial Ground in Warren on Memorial Day, which spoke to the true meaning and importance of Memorial Day. Veterans in attendance remarked it was one of the best speeches on Memorial Day they’d ever heard.
Combat medic delivers stirring speech on meaning of Memorial Day
Amidst a morning of ceremonies and renditions of historical speeches aimed at honoring veterans who died during their service, it was the words of a living soldier that brought the meaning of it all back down to Earth. more
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Bay View selects Hall of Famer Scorpio as new athletic director
EAST PROVIDENCE — All Stater, player of the year, team captain, Hall of Famer, championship level coach and, now, athletic director. One of the most consequential student-athletes in the … more
Raquel Goulart, a chemistry teacher who has spent around 20 years at Mt. Hope High School, talks with Superintendent Ana Riley in the background. In the foreground, colorful tape marks the lone gas hookup that functions for the use of Bunsen burners at a table in Goulart’s classroom.
Flooded halls and sewage smells highlight calls for new Mt. Hope High
Flooded hallways, leaky roofs, a persistent smell of sewage in the science wing, outdated and unwelcoming spaces, and continuously out of order bathrooms are just some of the issues students and teachers have with the current building. more
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Former Hometown Tavern owners Jon and Rose Tagessian are flanked by their realtors, Robert Rox (left) and Michael Alves, of KW Elite Commercial Realty.
After two decades, the owners of Hometown Tavern hand over the keys
The new owners, Jay Cardosi and Sharon McCarthy, who took over from the Tagessians on Feb. 28, own a couple of other well-known local establishments in Rhode Island. more
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Mt. Hope softball clinches division title, finishes season 16-0
The Mt. Hope softball team clinched the Division II South title as they out-slugged Portsmouth 8-4 during a home game on Tuesday afternoon. The Huskies finished the regular season 16-0 in league play and 17-1 overall. more
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Kyle Jackson and Jarrod Hazard are competing for one open seat on the Bristol Warren Regional School Committee.
WATCH: Warren School Committee Forum 2022
Jarrod Hazard and Kyle Jackson, the two candidates vying for one available seat to represent Warren on the regional school committee, each spoke about their desires to positively change the culture and outward appearance of the school board. more
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The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) announced on Sunday that the release of 10 million gallons of partially-treated stormwater and wastewater prompted the closing of two shellfishing zones, which includes waters in Warren and Bristol.
Fall River treatment plant sends 10 million gallons of wastewater into Mt. Hope Bay
A power failure that occurred early Sunday morning at a wastewater treatment facility in Fall River, Mass. was responsible for about 10 million gallons of partially treated wastewater and stormwater being released into Mt. Hope Bay. more
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Town Council President John Hanley and Governor Dan McKee shake after signing the Learn365RI compact during a visit to Town Hall last Wednesday afternoon.
Warren becomes sixth town to sign Governor's Learn365RI initiative
The Learn365RI program strives to accelerate statewide student performance on standardized test scores, improve attendance, and increase the percentage of families who successfully file FAFSA paperwork. more
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Uriah Donnelly speaks at the Warren Folks Fest, which is one of the popular events that has been organized by The Collaborative, the arts nonprofit group he formed with two of his friends, Adam Tracy and Jeff Danielian.
Donnelly stepping down as director of The Collaborative
Uriah Donnelly announced he was stepping down as The Collaborative’s executive director in an email to supporters on Monday morning, eight years after founding the group in Warren. more
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Huskies first singles player Elsa White hits a backhand during her 6-3, 6-4, win over Mia Renzulli of Prout. White has been dominant at times in her 4-1 start to the season.
Tennis team pounds Prout 6-1, starts season 4-1
The senior laden Mt. Hope tennis team pounded Prout 6-1 in a home match on Wednesday afternoon. The win boosted the Huskies record to 4-1 in Division I, with their lone loss, a 7-0 drubbing by … more
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Members of the public listen to a presentation on the school bond proposal during a community forum on Monday night at Mt. Hope High School.
Students offer perspective on need for new Mt. Hope High School
Sewage smells in the science wing, constant water issues, and a lack of school spirit has these seniors advocating for a new school; even if they themselves won't benefit from it. more
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Will Alves looks to drive to the basket during Portsmouth's win over Mt. Hope during a holiday tournament in Barrington.
Portsmouth and Mt., Hope hoops teams look to get on track
The Portsmouth basketball team trounced Mt. Hope 85-48 in the annual holiday tournament at Barrington High School on Wednesday afternoon. The win boosts the Patriots record to 2-3 in Division I, … more
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Mt. Hope’s Alan Leach aims to make a shot while competing against Tiverton last Wednesday.
Unified basketball provides unparalleled joy for all participants
If you’re looking for a wonderful afternoon of competitive sports in a feel-good environment, look no further than Mt. Hope High School and its unified basketball team. more
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