East Bay Media Group

East Bay Media Group East Bay Media Group is a family-owned company based in Bristol, RI. We began publishing newspapers in 1837. S. Bayley. Bosworth Sr. in Bristol, R.I.

Today we publish the Barrington Times, Bristol Phoenix, EP Post, Portsmouth Times, Sakonnet Times, Warren Times-Gazette and Westport Shorelines. Eastbayri.com is powered by East Bay Newspapers, a family company based in Bristol, Rhode Island, that began publishing newspapers in 1837. Today we publish the Barrington Times, Warren Times-Gazette, Bristol Phoenix, East Providence Post, Sakonnet Times

(covering Tiverton and Little Compton, R.I.), Portsmouth Timess and Westport Shorelines. We also publish the East Bay Classifieds, which is inserted into all the weekly newspapers. The company dates back to 1837, when the Bristol Phoenix was founded by William H. The present ownership took over in 1929, when Roswell S. became the fourth editor and publisher. Matt Hayes, the current owner and publisher, is the third generation in the family to run the company. You can visit us here at eastbayri.com, or in person at 1 Bradford St. We enjoy a nice spot just a few steps from beautiful Bristol Harbor.

The Bristol Warren Education Foundation recently announced $61,000 in grants to schools throughout the district, offerin...
09/10/2025

The Bristol Warren Education Foundation recently announced $61,000 in grants to schools throughout the district, offering a "lucky 13" academic enrichment programs designed by local educators during the 2025-2026 school year.

The Bristol Warren Education Foundation recently announced $61,000 in grants to schools throughout the district, offering a "lucky 13" academic enrichment programs designed by local educators during …

The Barrington High School girls volleyball team knocked off East Providence, 3-1, on Tuesday night, Sept. 9.
09/10/2025

The Barrington High School girls volleyball team knocked off East Providence, 3-1, on Tuesday night, Sept. 9.

The Barrington High School girls volleyball team knocked off East Providence, 3-1, on Tuesday night, Sept. 9. The final score was 25-22, 20-25, 25-23, 25-17. Emma McCrann led the Eagles …

A Barrington home sold recently for $4,250,000, which was the highest single family home sale in town year to date, acco...
09/10/2025

A Barrington home sold recently for $4,250,000, which was the highest single family home sale in town year to date, according to a press release from Compass.

A Barrington home sold recently for $4,250,000, which was the highest single family home sale in town year to date, according to a press release from Compass. The home at 136 Adams Point Road …

“At first, the neighbors watched curiously, as we dug up our front lawn. But over time, many began to stop, ask question...
09/10/2025

“At first, the neighbors watched curiously, as we dug up our front lawn. But over time, many began to stop, ask questions, and linger to admire the hummingbirds and butterflies." ~ Wendy Zucker

Spotting a butterfly fluttering by, smelling the scent of a freshly sprouted flower, or hearing the hum of a nearby bumblebee were all the joys of native plants in the backyard — before …

“My career here as a firefighter and on the rescue squad shaped my professional career in industry without a doubt. What...
09/10/2025

“My career here as a firefighter and on the rescue squad shaped my professional career in industry without a doubt. What I learned here set me up for success, not only in critical thinking skills, but also in interpersonal skills, dealing with the public, and having compassion for those who need it.” ~ George Popovici

George Popovici’s family moved to Bristol when he was 5 years old, and he was educated here, in more ways than one. An Eagle Scout, he graduated from Bristol High School, and Roger Williams …

After more than 90 minutes of debate, the Portsmouth Town Council voted 4-3 Monday night to approve an 18-hole disc golf...
09/10/2025

After more than 90 minutes of debate, the Portsmouth Town Council voted 4-3 Monday night to approve an 18-hole disc golf course at Glen Park, giving the project a two-year probationary period to gauge its impact.

After more than 90 minutes of debate, the Portsmouth Town Council voted 4-3 Monday night to approve an 18-hole disc golf course at Glen Park, giving the project a two-year probationary period to …

An effort to divert all future revenue generated from fining offenders who disregard the flashing stop signs on school b...
09/10/2025

An effort to divert all future revenue generated from fining offenders who disregard the flashing stop signs on school buses into a fund dedicated for maintaining school buildings fell unsuccessfully to a 3-2 vote of the East Providence City Council during their meeting on Sept. 2.

An effort to divert all future revenue generated from fining offenders who disregard the flashing stop signs on school buses into a fund dedicated for maintaining school buildings fell unsuccessfully to a 3-2 vote.

The future is uncertain for SouthCoast Wind, a planned wind farm south of the islands that would serve Rhode Island and ...
09/10/2025

The future is uncertain for SouthCoast Wind, a planned wind farm south of the islands that would serve Rhode Island and Massachusetts via power cables routed under the Sakonnet River to Brayton Point in Fall River.

The future is uncertain for SouthCoast Wind, a planned wind farm south of the islands that would serve Rhode Island and Massachusetts via power cables routed under the Sakonnet River to Brayton Point …

From clean-lined tables to playful design objects, every corner of Inhabit feels like a living room where function and a...
09/09/2025

From clean-lined tables to playful design objects, every corner of Inhabit feels like a living room where function and art coexist on an international scale.

Standing in line at the supermarket (for those who still do this) often offers a small dose of inspiration. Among celebrity gossip and health headlines, the home decor section can catch the eye …

The Rhode Island Attorney General recently ruled that the Barrington School Committee violated the state’s Open Meetings...
09/09/2025

The Rhode Island Attorney General recently ruled that the Barrington School Committee violated the state’s Open Meetings Act when it convened in executive session to interview the construction firms that bid on the district’s school renovation project.

The Rhode Island Attorney General recently ruled that the Barrington School Committee violated the state’s Open Meetings Act when it convened in executive session to interview the construction …

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation told Barrington Police that graffiti found on one of the new East Bay Bike...
09/09/2025

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation told Barrington Police that graffiti found on one of the new East Bay Bike Path Bridges will cost more than $50,000 to remove.

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation told Barrington Police that graffiti found on one of the new East Bay Bike Path Bridges will cost more than $50,000 to remove. According to …

"We are talking about an individual that, if you went through and did a simple Google search, should not be a viable can...
09/09/2025

"We are talking about an individual that, if you went through and did a simple Google search, should not be a viable candidate for this town engineer position." ~ Westport select board member Jake McGuigan

PIC: HEADSHOT PAGE 1 Fernandes cover Roger Fernandes, from his Linkedin profile. Fernades jump This photo was published in the Patriot Ledger of Quincy, …

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