Charitable Children: 'No Matter What Age You May Be, You Can Change the Life of Another'

As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.

Harp Healing: Woman Uses Music Therapy to Help Hospital Patients

After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.

Nominate 'Everyday Inspirations' in Your Town

Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.

Sign Up to Help Shovel for Residents in Need

Ex-Warren Firefighter 'Hero' For Pulling Barrington Woman From Burning Car

Patrick Rimoshytus honored by Carnegie Hero Fund Commission for his heroism about a year ago.

Five Local Causes Looking for Help

Looking for a cause to support this holiday season? Each week, Patch will feature 5 causes on GoFundMe deserving of support.

Man Steals from Coffee Shop—and You’ll Never Guess What Happened Next

Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?

Second Grader’s “Buddy Bench” Goes Viral

Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.

RI Woman Wins 'Amazing Race'

Amy Diaz, of Providence, and Jason Case, of Attleboro, won the CBS reality show.

The Week's Best Good News: A Winning Wedding, 26 Days of Kindness and More

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

The Week's Best Good News: Man Finds $98K in Desk, Holocaust Survivor Reunited with Soldier

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

Butterball Turkey Hotline Helps Home Cooks Conquer Thanksgiving

Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.

How to Order Butterbeer at Starbucks

It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.

The Week's Best Good News

Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.

ICYMI: The Week's Best Good News

We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.

High School Student with Down Syndrome Scores Touchdown [VIDEO]

A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.

Homegrown Heroes Awarded State's Highest Honor

Twenty-six Rhode Islanders will be honored at the State House for saving a life this year.

Bristol-Warren Community Raises $65,000 For Local Mom with ALS

Natalie Swift, a Warren mother of six, was diagnosed with ALS last fall. Since, the community has rallied to raise more than $70,000 in donations from various fundraisers.

Warren Pet of the Week: Murdock

Give one of these deserving pets at the Warren Animal Shelter a forever home.

3 Ridiculously Easy Things to Do, and How to Do Them With Bristol-Warren Patch

Bookmark this page when you're wondering how to post an event, announcement or blog.

Tell Us: Is America Safer Since the September 11 Attacks?

We want to know what you think. Tell us in the comment section.

Upload Your Favorite Summertime Pics!

Help us preserve the memories of summer of 2012 in Bristol and Warren.

Amid Allegation, Board to Elect Officers

The Bristol County Water Authority board meets again tonight to elect new officers after an allegation of fiduciary irresponsibility derailed the previous scheduled election.

'Moonrise Kingdom' To Open This Week

Wes Anderson's film, shot entirely in Rhode Island, will make its way to theaters on June 22.

Drop Off Your Hazardous Wastes

An Eco-Depot hazardous waste collection day for the East Bay is Saturday at the Warren DPW from 8 to 1.

Allegation Derails BCWA Election

Bristol blogger and BCWA watchdog says in a comment to her blog in Patch that certain 'irregularities' surround Allan Klepper of Barrington, who would have been nominated for water authority board chairman.

From Head to Toe: Older Adult Day

Active older adults from the East Bay — including Bristol and Warren — were targeted at the annual special day at the Bayside YMCA in Barrington.

Volunteers Work Through Rain for Bristol's Earth Day Cleanup

Despite the rain, the Department of Public Works reports that about 100 people showed up to the Keep Bristol Clean event held on Saturday.

This Weekend: Charity Walk, Prudence Island Tour, Farmers Market

Several events are being held right in town this weekend.

Term Limits Approved for Water Authority Board

Town councils in Barrington, Bristol and Warren agree to limit terms of Bristol County Water Authority directors in amended enabling legislation sent to General Assembly.

Bristol Students Participate in Homeless Sleep Out

Four Bristol residents who attend Bay View Academy participated in the annual Homeless Sleep Out.

Photo of the Day: Buds Bloom Early at Blithewold

Take a glimpse at some of the sights around Bristol and Warren.

Last Chance: Miss Fourth of July Applications Due This Week

Applications are due on March 31.

Letter: YMCA Weight Loss Program Changed My Son's Life

A story of one local boy's fight with obesity.

Bristol Resident Shares Story of Transgender Struggles on NPR

Bristol resident Jaye Watts was featured on the This I Believe Rhode Island segment of RI NPR.

Meet Bristol County Water Authority's New Chief

Pamela Marchand took over as executive director of the Bristol County Water Authority on Feb. 27.

Bid Out Water Board Legal Services?

Newest members of Bristol County Water Authority board of directors lead a discussion of bidding out legal services with an RFP.

Photos of the Day: Leap Day Snow

Take a glimpse at some of the sights around Bristol and Warren.

Photo of the Day: Birds Eye From Warren's Tower One

Take a glimpse at some of the sights around Bristol and Warren.

National Weather Service Predicts Light Snow and Slippery Conditions Midweek

It may be messy but less than an inch of snow accumulation is expected.