There is the perception this summer that the roads of Block Island have seen a discernible increase in traffic, which has made driving more challenging, while potentially making them more dangerous. A Google maps snapshot of the island’s roads on August 14 indicated that the island was experiencing traffic jams. The photo was posted on […]
The members of the Water Commission this week approved spending up to $21,715 to create a design plan and specifications for the replacement of 3,700 feet of a decaying asbestos concrete water main that services most of the Water Company’s customer base and the downtown area. After that, Water Company Supt. John Breunig told members
The following was submitted by Donna Corey of the Block Island Residents Association: Responding to a number of nominations, the Block Island Residents Association is proud to recognize Gary and Bonny Ryan for the 2019 Island Treasure Award. Over many years, they have selflessly and tirelessly volunteered their care and expertise with the Block Island
All winter long, the various boards and commissions on Block Island plan for the busy summer season and then, usually in August, evaluate the results — what worked well, what went wrong, what can be improved upon for the next year. On August 13, the Shellfish Commission, along with Harbormaster Steve Land, did just that.
Author James Benn James R. Benn, author of the acclaimed Billy Boyle World War II mystery series will be at Island Bound Bookstore Sunday, August 25 at 4 p.m. to talk about his newest book in the series: “When Hell Struck Twelve.“ “This is Benn’s stellar 14th WWII mystery… The author makes the most of
The Gaffett family hopes that the Block Island community will come together to celebrate the life of Lew Gaffett at a graveside service at the Island Cemetery on Thursday, Aug. 29, at 12 p.m. All are invited to a reception of good cheer and storytelling immediately following at Old Island Pub. Donations may be made
Ed. Note: The staff at Island Bound Bookstore has been asking what their younger readers have been reading this past summer. The young readers in this group are all cousins. Mickey Richards, age 9: “On the Far Side of the Mountain” I really enjoyed reading this book for lots of reasons. I liked the diagram
Frank Critelli has been writing and performing songs for 30 years. He has performed in streets and subways, clubs, coffeehouses, barrooms, classrooms, theaters, festivals, and, most recently, in his kitchen. Critelli will be performing Friday, Aug. 23 at Harbor Church at 7 p.m. All are invited. Critelli also co-hosts The Local Bands Show w/ Rick
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