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A BIGGER TERMINAL? Scott Tumolo of C&S reviews possible plans for the expansion of the Sundlun Terminal with Warwick City Council members Anthony Sinapi of Ward 8 and Jeremy Rix of Ward 2.
Planning for a busier airport, all within the current fence Planning for a busier airport, all within the current fence
Bigger planes, additions to the terminal, relocated and wider taxiways and another parking garage are all part of the plan for the future of Green Airport. But longer runways and the acquisition … more
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Transgender students guaranteed freedom, equality in Bristol Warren
Students in Bristol Warren are free to assert whichever gender they identity with, dress how the please within the parameters of the school district dress code, play sports with teammates of the same … more
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Four Barrington residents victims of bank fraud
Barrington police were presented with four new cases of bank fraud and identity theft recently. On Saturday, March 25, a Richmond Avenue resident contacted police after her credit card company … more
PASS coordinator Allison Lewis (right) meets with Taressa Brownell (left) and Diana Medeiros.
In Bristol Warren's PASS program, failure is no option
This time last year, Taressa Brownell was lost. The Mt. Hope High School junior was failing many of her classes. She seldom went to class. And though she had always dreamed of owning her own … more
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East Providence mayor James Briden (center) and finance director Lucy Maddock and members of the council and school committee take a long look around at the East Providence High School boiler room on Tuesday night during a walk through of the school.
Officials tour tattered East Providence High School
EAST PROVIDENCE — On the heels of a report detailing its many areas of neglect and necessity, East Providence High School was toured by a group of elected officials, administrators and … more
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Tropical storm waves roll into Little Compton near Warren’s Point a few years ago.
Here comes The Flood
By Bruce Burdett Rising seas will soon — much sooner than anyone imagined — inundate beloved parts of Little Compton, Westport and Tiverton. A new forecast (see separate story) calls for an … more
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Bristol Police: Assault with dangerous weapon, domestic violence, and more
The Bristol Police Department responded to the following calls between March 13 and March 19: Monday, March 13 Police assisted with a “disorderly juvenile” who would not get in his … more
No state of emergency, but governor asks residents to 'stay home'
Gov. Gina Raimondo declined to declare a state of emergency or issue a travel ban, but urged Rhode Islanders to stay off the roads as a "major snow event" bears down on the state. "Stay home, stay … more
UPDATE: Some rain could lessen snowfall; major blizzard still expected
A winter storm warning and blizzard watch are in effect as a major winter storm moves into the area Tuesday morning. More than a foot of snow is likely to fall throughout the region when all is … more
Bristol Police: Multiple warrant arrests in town
The Bristol Police Department made the following arrests last week:John Manuel Almeida, 42, of 2 Scott Lane, Bristol, was arrested on a Superior Court bench warrant Feb. for failure to appear in … more
Gallison pleads guilty to 9 felonies
Former state Rep. Ray Gallison pleaded guilty to nine felony charges Thursday, and now faces the prospect of several years in federal prison. Chief Judge William Smith accepted Mr. gallison's plea … more
Patrick McCarthy, representing a group of Bristolians on the waiting list for a public boat slip, said it’s unacceptable that the town is delaying plans for a public marina for at least a year.
Boaters: Marina delay wastes time, money
When voters approved a $17 million bond referendum last November, it included $2 million to build a new public marina to help curtail the long waiting list of boaters seeking a public place to tie up … more
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Workers dig in at a wooded area at the east end of the South Burial Ground in Warren Tuesday.
Workers cut trees and clear land at Warren cemetery — no explanation why
Abutters of the South Burial Ground want to know more about clear-cutting that has been taking place at the town’s largest burying ground for the past week. So far, they’re getting few … more
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Overtime, details propel Bristol cops to top earners
Bristol’s 10 highest-paid employees last year earned an average of $110,000, according to numbers from the town finance office. Owing to overtime and detail pay, most of the top earners work in … more
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Warren police logs: Curtain-less bathroom draws complaint
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Thomas James Gomersall reportedly broke into six homes in Barrington on Saturday night. A week earlier he tried to enter a Barrington home through a doggie door.
Home invader arrested after smashing into occupied Barrington homes
The 911 calls started streaming into the Barrington Police Department at about 8 p.m. on Saturday night, March 4.  Residents on Zephyr Lane and Fairfield Road in the north end of town told … more
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East Providence teacher, coach arrested on domestic violence charge
EAST PROVIDENCE — A tenured East Providence School District teacher and long-time coach has been relieved of both positions pending the results of an investigation into his personal … more
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Toxic algae bloom makes odd February appearance
By Bruce Burdett The state issued yet another harmful algae bloom alert Wednesday. This one forced a shellfishing ban from Gooseberry Neck in Westport clear across southern Rhode Island waters … more
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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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