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ON THE GRID: Protesters made up a good portion of the attendees of the hearing, toting signs that ranged from support of a Percentage of Income Payment Plan (P.I.P.P.) to mocking National Grid over their slogan, “Here for you.” Others simply opted for simple messages of “No More Shut-Offs” and “National Greed.”
Electric rates spike despite protests
By ETHAN HARTLEY Rhode Island residents from all over the state converged Tuesday on the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) office in Warwick to participate in the public comment portion of a hearing to decide whether or not to accept the 53 percent rate more
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Lower car tax bills ready
By JOHN HOWELL Nearly two months after the start of the fiscal year on July 1, about 42,000 car tax bills will go in the mail this week. No, the city didn't screw up. And, no, taxes aren't going up. In fact, about 21,000 motor vehicles are coming off the more
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PROGRAMMED AND READY: A total of 1,200 Chromebook computers, boxed, fully charged and programmed are ready to be distributed to students and teachers. Displaying one of the units is Warwick School District’s Director of Technology, Douglas Alexander.
1,000 students to get laptops
By JACQUELYN MOOREHEAD More than 1,000 Warwick Public School students have already signed up to receive a free laptop computer for the upcoming school year at the Chromebook Carnival this Saturday from 8:30 to 3:30 at the Gorton Administration Building more
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LANGEVIN SPEAKS WITH RHODE ISLANDERS: Congressman Jim Langevin answered a variety of questions during the town hall.
Langevin goes face-to-face with 150 constituents
By RYAN CHAMPLIN Healthcare, jobs and President Trump were all highlighted topics during Congressman Jim Langevin's town hall meeting last Tuesday, but the planned extension of Warwick sewers known as the Bayside project grabbed the most passionate more
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LOVE IS ‘PAW’ERFUL: Ida Zecco posing with Ella, the inspiration of Ella’s Gift.
When a child's life is near its end, love means a lot
By RYAN CHAMPLIN Hospice care can be a challenging experience for everyone involved, but even more so when the patients are children. It is a struggle to not let fear consume each day. For the children, siblings, and parents, there is confusion about more
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Police Log
DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE On August 4 at approximately 11:30 p.m., Officer Timothy Lipka was advised by dispatch of a suspected intoxicated driver on Post Road by Walgreens in Apponaug. Upon arrival to the area, Officer Lipka observed a vehicle in more
Rat sightings persist, city won't set traps on private property
By JOHN HOWELL There's no way of knowing for sure whether the city has a rat problem. Ward 2 Councilman Jeremy Rix said Monday he continues to get calls from constituents of rat sightings - although he didn't want to define how many, where rats are being more
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Meet Barrington's Book Doctor
Dr. Philip Maddock, owner of The Fish Bindery, turned a former fish market into a haven for book restoration more
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No Joke Smoke BBQ sauce is made right on the South Shore
The South Coast's Own BBQ Sauce
A husband-and-wife duo from Swansea are here to spice up your grill with seasonal, organic sauces more
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Find locally made products by companies like Fox Point Pickling Company all over Rhode Island
Eat (and Shop) Local
8 neighborhood markets where you can stock your cart with delicious, Rhody-made foods more
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Coastal New England charm at Bluewater Bar and Grill in Barrington
Dine With Beach Vibes All Year Long
6 Rhode Island restaurants that always feel like summer, no matter the season more
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A surveillance camera captured a photo of the man suspected of installing a skimming device in the TD Bank ATM earlier this month. Police are looking for information about the suspect.
Police seek information about bank ATM skimming suspect
Barrington police released surveillance camera images of the man who allegedly installed a data skimming device at the TD Bank ATM machine earlier this month. An employee at the TD Bank on County … more
Portsmouth Abbey School
Portsmouth Abbey issues apology for 'shameful news' of sexual abuse
Portsmouth Abbey School yesterday (Aug. 23) released a letter of apology and 15-page report containing “shameful news” of sexual abuse by two former members of the Monastery. “Our hearts … more
Simon Davis will serve as one of Pilgrim's top players this fall, both on offense and on defense.
Pats prepared for second year under Pacifico
The Pilgrim football program is entering its second season with Head Coach Rob Pacifico at the helm, and the Pats are certainly entering year No. 2 with a higher level of familiarity, both with the coaching staff and the more
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BEACH GATES: Beach gates In response to persistent complaints about late night activities at the Oakland Beach seawall, gates are being installed at both the entrance and exit to the loop around the commons. Ward 6 Councilwoman Donna Travis said yesterday that Warwick Police called her on problems and inquired whether she had any objections to the gates. She said she has no problem with the gates as long as they aren’t closed too early. She thought 11 p.m. would be a good time. Working on installing a gatepost are Rick Gallant and Steve Wolfenden of the Department of Public Works.
Beach fees coming back next summer
The free ride at Warwick’s public beaches will be over next summer, as the Warwick City Council voted unanimously Monday night in favor of a first reading to amend Chapter 18, Section 8 of the city … more
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YOU GET A BACKPACK, YOU GET A BACKPACK: The volunteers worked quickly and efficiently to pass out almost one thousand backpacks to students.
A first, Cranston gets Back to School backpack distribution
By PAM SCHIFF For the first time in Back to School RI's 18 years, Cranston was selected as a site to distribute backpacks filled with school supplies and offer information to families they might not have easy access to. Families came and waited in long more
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Lydia Mello, 87, Bristol
Mrs. Lydia (Paiva) Mello, 87, of State Street, Bristol, died peacefully Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2017 at the Hope Hospice Inpatient Center, Providence, surrounded by her loving nieces and nephews. She was … more
Handmade books by Mary Jane Bohlen, $12–$20
Rhody Made, Rhody Approved
One-of-a-kind locally made treasures abound at Made in Warren more
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Jordan Tucci behind the bar at Rasoi
Enjoying Cocktails with a Twist at Rasoi
Rasoi incorporates homemade recipes into their unique drinks more
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Strawberry Rhubarb Old Fashioned from the Salted Slate
Old Fashioned Summer in Wayland Square
A new spin on an old fashioned? Think peak of season produce in your bourbon. more
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Spectacular J Class yachts put on a show in Newport
Barrington photographer and sailor Rob Migliaccio caught these great shots during day one of the J Class World Championship in Newport on Tuesday. He's headed back out today Here’s the first-day report … Hanuman, … more
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Michael Moniz
Michael Moniz, 54, Tiverton
Michael Moniz, 54, of Tiverton, passed away on Tuesday, Aug. 22, 2017.  Born in Fall River, he was the son of John Moniz and the late Olivia (Arruda) Moniz. He was an assistant winemaker at … more
Matt Murphy (foreground), the school district’s facilities manager, leads an informal tour Tuesday night of the two engineering classrooms at PHS that have been expanded this year. Space was also increased for a photography room next door.
Portsmouth students returning to spiffed-up school buildings
PORTSMOUTH — When Portsmouth students return to classes next Wednesday, they’ll notice some needed improvements to their school buildings and classrooms. “We had a very busy … more
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Frederickson Farms to hold summer classic car cruises
For the second year in a row, Frederickson Farms will be hosting classic cruise nights on Wednesday nights throughout the summer at its Farmstand Café and Stove Shop in North Scituate. Frederickson … more
BIRTHDAY GIRL: Gladys Mansfield celebrates a birthday as her daughter in-law, Roberta Mansfield and daughter, Carol Sullivan look on.
Conimicut: A place in which to grow and thrive
By CAROL SULLIVAN -- During my early childhood, my parents, Arthur and Gladys Mansfield and brother, David, left Providence and Trinity United Methodist Church for a change of scenery (more country-feel desired at the time)... more
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