Survey Asks Your Opinion of Ban on Plastic Grocery Bags in Barrington

Take a few minutes to fill out the survey from the Conservation Commission for the Barrington Town Council.

Barrington Needs Volunteers for Half-Dozen Boards

Six Barrington boards and commissions have vacancies; deadline for applications is on Thursday, Oct. 31.

Should Marijuana be Legal? Debate Rages On

Marijuana has been decriminalized in Rhode island. Should full legalization be next?

East Bay Native Announces Bid for State Treasurer

The investment firm vice president said he wants to bring new leadership to a "divisive" State House.

Don't Get Caught With Your Sox Down

Scammers are looking to take advantage of Red Sox fans' excitement, Rhode Island's attorney general warns.

Back to Work: Government Shutdown is Over

Congress votes to reopen government, raise the debt ceiling.

Library Fundraising Group Eyes Renovation of Second Floor

A fundraising subcommittee of the Barrington Public Library Board of Trustees meets for the first time tonight, Oct. 17.

Volunteers Wanted for 5 Barrington Boards

The Barrington Town Council is looking for 6 volunteers to fill posts on 5 boards and commissions, including appropriations.

Water Board Makes Case for New Pipeline to Pawtucket

The new pipeline would provide the least costly, higher quality alternative as a second source of water for Bristol, Warren and Barrington, town councilors told.

Grand Re-opening of Community Center Coming Up

The Barrington Recreation Department and the Friends of the Bay Spring Community Center are teaming up to re-open the building on Saturday, Oct. 19.

Learn All About 'Obamacare' in Barrington

HealthSource RI, the state's new health insurance exchange, hosts a seminar on the affordable care act Thursday evening in Barrington library.

Barrington Recreation Golf Tournament Teeing Off, Be a Sponsor

The annual recreation department tourney takes place next Monday, Oct. 21, at the Rhode Island Country Club overlooking Narragansett Bay in Barrington.

Town Council OKs First Step Toward Possible Purchase of Streetlights

Barrington Town Council gives regional agency the okay to collect data from National Grid on streetlights to do cost benefit analysis.

Say It Ain't So! Shutdown Hurts Beer Supply

The government office in charge of approving new craft beers and breweries has closed leaving some small breweries in limbo.

Barrington's Finance Chief Resigning

Dean Huff, also the town tax collector, is taking over as the CFO at the RI Resource Recovery Corporation.

Affordable-Housing Forum Expects to Answer Your Questions

The Barrington Town Council is sponsoring the workshop on Oct. 22; submit your questions via the town website by next Wednesday, Oct. 16.

RITBA To Drivers Without E-ZPass: Expect a Bill

The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has established a new policy to collect its 10-cent toll on the Sakonnet River Bridge.

Rumstick Subdivision Gets More Nods From Planning Board

Amended master plan for Bluemead Farm gets OK with addition of disconnected lot and another affordable housing unit.

Plan to Pay More to Heat Your Home This Winter

More than 90 percent of homeowners in the U.S. will see higher heating expenses this year.

Town Councilors Put Off Decision on Paper Street Abandonment

Barrington Town Council continues hearing on the proposed forfeiture of 'Stella Drive' to abutting property owners.

Town Council OKs Pact to Operate Bay Spring Community Center

The Friends of the Bay Spring Community Center will operate the facility as an independent contractor working with the Recreation Department.

Strong Winds Predicted For Monday Afternoon

Monday's strong winds could cause power outages.

Paper Street Abandonment, Community Center Pact on Town Council Agenda

The Barrington Town Council holds its October meeting tonight in the Council Chamber in Town Hall.

Town Beach to Close to Vehicles

Parking lot reconstruction and water-quality improvements to shut Barrington Beach to vehicles starting Oct. 21.

Effects of Government Shutdown Reach Astronomical Proportions

Mars rover in danger of going dark thanks to furloughs at NASA.

Town Manager Butts Heads With Professor Over Trash Collection Study

Peter DeAngelis Jr. says professor's analysis is flawed and that's why he contacted president of Roger Williams University; she said he threatened her by his action.

Bridge Replacement Prep Work Underway

Cardi Corp. crews installed concrete construction barriers on the 'White Church' bridge as a one-way detour was imposed.

Is Assault Rifle Raffle Appropriate for GOP?

The state Republican Party plans to raffle off an M-16 style weapon Sunday. Is this an an appropriate fundraiser for a political party? Tell us in comments.

Oh, SNAP! Food Help Program Threatened by Shutdown

Some 450 residents in Barrington could lose food assistance, depending on how long the federal shutdown continues.

Profits From Recycling Sales Tumble

Rhode Island communities shared $740,000 in profits from the Central Landfill in Johnston this year — last year, the number was nearly $2 million.

Wait and See on Impact of Federal Shutdown

People in Barrington are talking about the government shutdown, but no one seems too concerned at this time.

Rhode Islanders to Feel Shutdown's Impact

Food stamps, child care services and small business assistance could all be canceled or delayed if the federal government shutdown is prolonged.

Government Shutdown Could Close National Parks, Historic Sites

The Roger Williams Memorial and Blackstone River Valley National Corridor are among those that may be impacted by a shutdown.

Central Bridge Replacement Over Barrington River Starting

Construction work by Cardi Corp. crews hired by RIDOT expected to continue into 2017.

Government Shutdown 2013: Five Changes and What Stays the Same

Less beltway traffic, no museum visits, but you'll still get your mail. Local reps blame the crisis on the Tea Party.

BAY Team Wins Race for Federal Funding

Office of National Drug Control Policy awards $125,000 grant to Barrington's substance abuse prevention coalition.

Act Now to Lessen Impact of 'Horrendous' Flood Insurance Rates

FEMA holds session in the Barrington library for East Bay property owners.

Should Children Be Allowed to Buy E-Cigarettes?

There are no federal age restrictions on e-cigarettes and no rules about advertising those products to youths.

USPS Looks to Increase Stamp Prices Again

The move is expected to generate $2 billion in new revenue for the postal service.

Drainage Improvements to Change Look of Barrington Beach

Town Council approves $358,000 contract for facelift to the beach; work is expected to start in October.