Barrington Beach Shut Down Again

High bacteria counts in the water force town to shut down the beach until at least late Friday afternoon.

What Do You Think? 'Barrington River Park at Police Cove'

Barrington Town Council to get recommendation of this name for the new park at Police Cove.

Chafee Nixes 'Choose Life' License Plates — What Do You Think?

Rhode Island Gov. Lincoln Chafee recently vetoed a bill that would have created a new registration plate.

Sculptor Selected for Art in Park at Police Cove in Barrington

Wright Deter of Cranston is picked; his proposal for the public art will depict Barrington's sailing heritage.

Board to Pick Police Cove Park Sculpture

Five finalists will be interviewed in person and on Skype tonight in Barrington Town Hall.

'Smart Money Tour' Starts in Barrington

RI Gen. Treasurer Gina Raimondo launches 'Smart Money Tour' in Barrington.

Last Week in RI: H-H-H, WBC

Miss anything that happened this week? Take a look at some of the top stories from around Rhode Island. Click the headlines to read the full story

Board to Interview 5 Finalists for Public Art in Park at Police Cove

The five sculptors came from an original field of 95 who submitted proposals for the public art work in Barrington.

Smaller Affordable-Housing Development Seems Acceptable in Barrington

A 40-Unit 'Palmer Pointe' at Sowams Nursery in Hampden Meadows appears to be on its way to approval by Planning Board.

Barrington Extending Beach Hours for Heat

Barrington Beach facilities will be open and lifeguards will be on duty until 7:30 pm today, Thursday and Friday.

St. Andrew's Gets OK From Councilors, Neighbors for Tennis Courts

The Barrington Town Council approves a conditional zone change for tennis courts -- and only tennis courts -- at the private school on Federal Road.

Citizens Group Opposing Development to Bring Expert Witnesses to Table

CODDER 02806 of Barrington will present three expert witnesses to rebut the testimony of experts for the developer of Palmer Pointe at Sowam Nursery.

Charter Review Committee Candidates State Their Cases

Councilors to Hold Public Hearing on St. Andrew's Tennis Court Plan

Second July meeting for Barrington Town Council to take place of August meeting.

Last Session in the General Assembly

Here are some of the highlights of the 2013 General Assembly session.

Barrington Beach Shut Down

RI Health Department recommends closure after routine testing shows high bacteria counts.

Is Barrington's Handling of Affordable Housing Fair?

Gary Morse of Barrington may be the most outspoken resident on the issue of tax abatements for affordable housing developments.

Liquor-Law Changes Get Go Ahead

At a special meeting Wednesday morning, the Barrington Town Council introduced amendments to two liquor ordinances that will go before a public hearing on July 15.

Special Town Council Meeting to Deal With Liquor Laws

The Barrington Town Council meets Wednesday at 8 am in the School Committee Meeting Room in Town Hall.

Last Week in the General Assembly

Fiscal Year 2014 budget signed into law during final week of RI General Assembly session for 2013.

Job Lot Olives Recall Expanded

You are advised not to eat any Bel Frantoio brand olives sold at any Ocean State Job Lot stores.

Malik's Bill to Repeal Sales Tax Morphs Into Study Commission

Barrington Rep. Jan Malik's legislation to repeal sales tax turns into study commission.

Wet June Triggers Mosquito Explosion

DEM has seen more mosquitos captured in traps set to monitor potential diseases than in the past couple of decades.

New Financing Model for Home-Energy Efficiency Upgrades Goes to Governor

The legislation creates a new form of loans for energy upgrades that becomes a property assessment.

Affordable-Housing Project's Opponents to Offer Own 'Expert' Testimony

The Barrington Planning Board sets up another hearing for 'expert' testimony from citizens group opposed to Palmer Pointe development at Sowams Nursery.

Town Seeks 16 Volunteers, Including 12 for Charter Review Commission

The Barrington Town Council must appoint 16 volunteers for 4 boards and commissions, including 12 to review the charter.

Is Town's Handling of Affordable Housing, Especially Tax Breaks, Fair?

Town's handling of affordable housing sparks a spirited give-and-take at the Barrington Town Council meeting on Monday, July 1.

Seatbelt Law Stays, Fine Drops. What Do You Think?

Drivers cited for the primary offense will be charged $40 instead of the prior $85.

'Pooping' in Public Among New Ordinances Adopted by Town Council

Barrington Town Council adopts a variety of amended ordinances Monday night as the Municipal Court prepares to launch this month; judge and bailiff sworn in.

3 Developments With Affordable Housing Going Back Before Planning Board

Palmer Pointe and Bluemead Farm developments on the agenda for the meeting on Tuesday, July 2.

Affordable Housing Items Top Town Council Agenda

The Barrington Town Council meets tonight, July 1, in the School Committee Room in Town Hall.

Last Week in the General Assembly

Passage of the 2013-2014 state budget headlines the business done by the General Assembly last week.

Wine, Spirits Sales Tax Trimmed

Eliminating the sales tax is seen as leveling the playing field for RI liquor stores that compete with Massachusetts stores.

RI Minimum Wage Hike OKd — What Do You Think?

The General Assembly recently passed an increase in the minimum wage, effective Jan. 1, 2014; it is now before Gov. Chafee.

Dellefratte Family Memorial Gets Go Ahead

The Barrington Parks and Recreation Commission approves the memorial to a family that has served the town public works department for more than 175 years.

Supreme Court Overturns DOMA

By a 5-4 vote, justices today, June 26, ruled the Defense of Marriage Act unconstitutional.

Beach Reopens for Swimming

Barrington Beach will be open Saturday; test results from a Friday sample will determine the status of the beach for Sunday.

Malik's Disabled-Drivers Placard Legislation Heads to Governor

The Barrington representative's bill gives RI doctors the ability to give out a temporary disability placard while a patient waits for a permanent placard from the DMV.

Barrington Beach Shut Down

The RI health department has determined that bacteria levels are unsafe for swimmers; water samples will be taken again Thursday morning.

Flood Watch in Effect for Bristol County

The National Weather Service issued a Flood Watch for Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.