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Extreme cold may have been a factor in elderly sisters' deaths
Barrington police believe extreme cold temperatures may have played a role in the deaths of twin elderly sisters early Saturday morning, March 4. In a press release on Sunday, police stated that … more
A screen shot from the video at golocalprov.com depicting the incident involving EPPD officers and a protester at a recent public meeting held by the state's Congressional delegation at East Providence High School.
Forum arrest sparks East Providence Police internal investigation
EAST PROVIDENCE — In response to a claim made by a woman who attended a recent forum held by the state’s Congressional delegation at East Providence High School, the city’s police … more
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Bristol Police: Street furniture, house parties, 'suspicious' characters
The Bristol Police Department responded to the following calls between Feb. 20 and Feb. 26: Monday, Feb. 20 A caller reported a reckless driver speeding on Hope Street on the Warren town line … more
A swastika was burned onto an informational sign along the bike path in Barrington. DPW has removed the sign and police have increased patrols around Temple Habonim and the Chabad House.
Swastika burned into Barrington sign
The Barrington Police Department is investigating an act of vandalism that was spotted on Wednesday, March 1.  Someone burned a swastika onto the information sign along the East Bay Bike Path … more
Dogwood trees bloom along Bristol Harbor last spring. The town’s vibrant waterfront contributes to its “most scenic” designation.
'Most scenic' designation could help boost tourism to Bristol
With its historic locations, museums and picturesque neighborhoods — and, of course, its patriotic reputation — Bristol has been named one of the 33 most scenic towns in North America by … more
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A Coast Guard boat searches waters near the fuel docks in north Tiverton just before 9 a.m. Thursday.
Search of Tiverton waters, shore, for possibly suicidal man called off
Rescuers from Tiverton and the Coast Guard are searching the water along the shore in north Tiverton, after someone placed a 911 call about a potentially suicidal man. The search began at about 8 … more
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East Providence man faces charges in fatal Warwick wreck
PROVIDENCE — An East Providence man multiple charges after being involved in an accident in Warwick Sunday evening, Feb. 26. The Attorney General's office announced Justin Preston, 34, was … more
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Overtime puts Warren police among town's highest paid
Warren’s 10 highest paid municipal employees earned an average of $103,486.73 this past year, according to information provided this week by Warren’s finance department. Overtime, road … more
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Residents urged to stay indoors as major storm lashes RI
Officials are urging residents to stay off the roads as white-out conditions are making driving treacherous all over the state amnd a blizzard warning has been issued. As much as two inches an … more
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SAFETY CONCERN: After a fatal car crash at the intersection of Hartford Avenue and Bishop Hill Road in December, Johnston resident Barbara Carroll Quaranto has worked to change the traffic light pattern to prevent future accidents.
Two charged in wake of accident that killed teens
“There was a horrific accident last month where two teenagers died, and I was there,” said Barbara Carroll Quaranto of Saran Drive during public comments at the Town Council meeting this week. … more
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Jim Wilson’s Cole Street property sits on top on the Tanyard Brook, which runs under his yard and garage. Floods, like this one in 2005, were common in his yard until the town installed an anti-backflow valve on the sewer lines near his home. His yard and garage will be torn up to access the brook below.
Tanyard Brook project to resume in 2018
Town officials continue to negotiate with private property owners and plan to begin construction on the Tanyard Brook rehabilitation project in Spring 2018. Engineers have been working for years … more
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Dan Randall
Police won't reopen probe into death of Dan Randall's first wife
The Maine State Police have declined to reopen the investigation into the 1993 death of a former Bristol pastor's wife, the police announced Thursday. Anita Randall, former wife of Dan Randall, … more
Melville School, one of Portsmouth's two public elementary schools, would add three fourth-grade classrooms if a plan being studied by the district were approved.
Portsmouth may move 4th grade back to elementary schools
PORTSMOUTH — About six years ago, the school district made many parents unhappy when it decided to move the fourth grade out of the elementary schools and into Portsmouth Middle … more
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Portsmouth boy, 15, charged with child molestation
PORTSMOUTH — Here some highlights from the Portsmouth Police reports from over the past week. more
Pilgrim ’84 grad flies celebrities, fosters dogs
Lonnie King used to spend his days at Pilgrim as a wrestler, soccer player and track star, but now the Texas resident’s time is spent in the sky and with loads of four-legged “children.” … more
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Mayor plans sale of Buttonwoods Center, relocation of programs
By JOHN HOWELL Once a school that was renovated as a senior center before its latest role as a community center, Buttonwoods Community Center may be sold, Mayor Scott Avedisian confirmed last week. According to the administration, the center is closing more
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Council asks state lawmakers to ban smoking in rental units
By JOHN HOWELL The City Council has called on the General Assembly to enact legislation that would classify multi-family rental developments throughout the state as non-smoking areas. In its first business meeting since inaugural ceremonies the night more
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The Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church Choir performs during Sunday's Epiphany Concert.
OLMC kicks off year-long centennial celebration
Despite the snowy conditions last weekend, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church found great way to kick off its 100th anniversary celebration. On Saturday, a number of former OLMC Feast chief marshals … more
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Parts of Metacom Avenue in Bristol closed after accident
Part of Metacom Avenue in Bristol was closed Monday afternoon after an accident brought down traffic lights near the Bristol Police station. A car ran into a pole just south of Bay View Avenue, … more
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Botelho bemoans any attempts to slow East Providence's switch to mayoral form
EAST PROVIDENCE — Ward 3 city councilman Joe Botelho didn't mince many words during a discussion at the body's January 3 meeting encompassing both the recent voter-approved change to East … more
Hall Spars scales back after company sale falls through
Hall Spars & Rigging has scaled back operations at its U.S. headquarters in Bristol after a planned sale of the company fell through. The deal to sell the company, which also has branches in … more
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Gallison could be on the hook for $500K
Former Rep. Ray Gallison may be on the hook for up to $500,000 of a former client's estate that he allegedly held onto for several years, a Barrington Probate Court judge ruled Monday morning. … more
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UPDATE: Winter storm warning issued
The snow has ended for today, but round two is on the way. The flakes will start flying again Saturday morning, lasting through the evening, the National Weather Service forecasts. The snow should … more
Bristol arrests: DUI, B&E, bomb threats
The Bristol Police Department made the following arrests this week: Tatiana Paulino, 19, of Windward Lane in Bristol, was charged with domestic assault after police were called to a family … more
The driver of a red Ford Escort was brought to RI Hospital after a three-car accident at Metacom Avenue and Tupelo Street Friday morning.
One hurt in three-car wreck on Metacom Ave
One driver was taken to the hospital after three cars were badly damaged in a crash at Metacom Avenue and Tupelo Street Friday morning. The driver of a 1990 Ford Escort was complaining of pain and … more
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