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'You're gonna need a bigger float'

Capt. Quint, AKA Tom Tripp, about to be consumed by the giant man-eater.

Karen Smith was a kid when Jaws came out in 1975 and still remembers the terror the movie caused in these parts — “My dad was a fisherman tied up at the point, he used to drag around the …

LC350: Who doesn't love a clambake? Two on the way

Dressed in their Sunday best, locals enjoy a clambake at the Stone Church in Tiverton. The photo was taken around 1915.

The following was submitted by The Town Crier, the official voice of the Little Compton 350th anniversary committee: It is known that Native Americans in the eastern United States developed …

Commentary: Westport preps for the fourth

Jack Campwell (left), who traveled all the way from Brooklyn, NY to work on the float, and David Valcovic cut out a minuteman figurine late last week in preparation for the Westport Democratic Town Committee’s Fourth of July float. They were doing the work in a greenhouse behind the Paquachuck Inn at Westport Point.

As we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the “shot heard ‘round the world”, it bears notice that the American Revolution would not have been possible without an awakening among the …

New Westport school chief settles in

Head Dr. Roy’s first day SUBHEAD New superintendent takes over following Thomas Aubin’s retirement … Read More

To the rescue! Police free ducks from storm drains

Westport patrolman Doug Wenson’s ears perked up late Thursday afternoon when he heard a call come in from a Good Samaritan who had … Read More

Alleged railroad track trespassers keep Portsmouth Police busy

PORTSMOUTH — Here are some recent arrests made by the Portsmouth Police Department: Read More

Westport police: Two DUIs and drug arrests

Monday, June 16 Police got a call about a civil dispute on Loan Street at 12:58 p.m. A similar call came in from Old Bedford Road … Read More

Westport: Obrigado, Fernando Larguinha

It’s been decades since he left Ribeira Grande, on the island of Sao Miguel, the Azores. But Fernando Larguinha is still proud of … Read More

Lights! Camera! Adamsville!

Sleepy Adamsville turned into a bustling Hollywood set late last week, as crews working with noted director M. Night Shyamalan took … Read More

Things To Do ...

Wickford Art Festival is Saturday

The 62nd Wickford Art Festival takes place Saturday, July 12, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Wilson Park, located within Wickford Village. Produced by the Wickford Art Association since 1962, the …

Newport Kite Festival is this weekend

The beloved Newport Kite Festival returns to Brenton Point State Park on Saturday, July 12, and Sunday, July 13,, offering families a free weekend of spectacular kite displays, hands-on …

Free summer concerts on Thursdays in Bristol

The Bristol Parks & Recreation department hosts a free Concerts on the Common series that showcases many local performers. This popular event takes place every Thursday during July and August at …

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Obituaries

Barry Lowe Barry A. Lowe passed away at home on July 7, 2025, with his wife, Mary Ann, holding his hand and his family surrounding him with love. Born in 1940 in Worcester, MA, Barry was the son of Chester A.

Ronald Mackay Ronald Philip Mackay "Ronnie" formerly of Little Compton, RI passed away on November 25, 2024 with his loving family by his side. He died at 83, in Williamsburg, VA after a brief illness. He was the

Norma Tripp Norma C. (Vaughan) Tripp, 96, of Westport, passed away on Sunday, June 29, 2025 at Maine Health Mid Coast Hospital. She was the wife of the late Harold F. Tripp Sr., They shared 62 years of marriage.

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Sports

State Amateur golf championship tees off at Rhode Island Country Club Towels soaked in ice water, bucket hats of all shapes and umbrellas usually kept in the bag for rain were all just about required for the participants in the 120th playing of the State Amateur Golf …

First pitch for annual vintage baseball game is June 21 Once upon a time, long before many of us reading this article were even born, the game of baseball was king of all sports, especially at this time of year, when ball clubs from Bristol and …

Northeast Amateur Invitational features another outstanding field of golfers for 63rd playing If you're a fan of golf and you've never had occasion to do so, head over Wannamoisett Country Club in East Providence sometime before the end of the week to take in the 63rd Northeast Amateur …

Tigers crush Cranston East, move on to the championship The Tiverton softball team crushed Cranston East 14-2 in the D-3 Winner's Bracket final at RIC on Monday night. The Tigers will now play in the state championship game against the loser's bracket …

Opinion

Letter: Town crews deserve recognition for storm response

What a wild and unpredictable 4th of July for some residents of Westport! On Thursday evening, a quick moving but dangerous storm moved over Westport causing damage to many properties in our area. My …

Letter: Road construction everywhere

To the editor: Is it just me, or has the entire state of Rhode Island been turned into one massive, never-ending obstacle course? I’d try to map out a route from my house to the grocery …

Letter: Thank you students, staff and superintendent Thomas Aubin

As the 2024–2025 academic year concludes, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who made this year a success; including our teachers, administrative staff, parents, community …

In support of immigrants’ rights

To the editor: The following letter was submitted by the League of Women Voters of Newport County in response to the recent forceful removal of a Newport citizen. Not only are immigrants being …

Letter: An open letter to the RI Congressional delegation, on Israel

The verdict is in on what Israeli apartheid is doing to the Palestinians – ethnic cleansing since the 1948 Nakba and permanent occupation in Gaza and the West Bank since …

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