Sofia Barr

Lincoln

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Rehydrate while you dehydrate

3 weeks ago | valleybreeze.com | Sofia Barr

There are few things better than sitting outside on a hot summer day sipping a refreshing drink. It’s easy to get caught up in the moment and forget to hydrate, even though we all know hydration is key, especially if you’re drinking alcohol, or under the beating sun, or both. Without properly hydrating, that perfect day can quickly turn into a miserable night. To avoid those same-day hangovers, I’ll share two drinks that are hydrating, summery and delicious.
Into the wild: Northern students take on annual Audubon hike

3 weeks ago | valleybreeze.com | Sofia Barr

LINCOLN – Last Friday, students from Northern Elementary ventured to a different neck of the woods, hiking the Audubon Fort Wildlife Refuge in North Smithfield. For the past nine years, physical education teacher Deborah Reddy has combined elements of the 3rd grade curriculum with fitness, fun, and nature, as she takes Northern 3rd graders into the wild for an annual Audubon hike. The hike lasts about two hours, but it’s not just a regular trip to the already impressive Audubon.
LHS musicians shine at New Jersey festival

3 weeks ago | valleybreeze.com | Sofia Barr

LINCOLN – Last month, 95 Lincoln High School students traveled to New Jersey to show off their talents in the “Music in the Parks” festival. LHS students in the concert band, jazz band, and chorus competed against students from five other schools: Eastchester High School of Eastchester, NY, Kingston High School of Kingston, NY, North Harford High School of Pylesville MD, Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School of Rumson, NJ and Sayville High School of West Sayville, NY.
Cullen sees partial victory in lawsuit against Albion Fire District

3 weeks ago | valleybreeze.com | Sofia Barr

LINCOLN – A recent Rhode Island Supreme Court order has put an end to what lawyers described as the “complicated case” of John Cullen versus the Albion Fire District, et. all. The case began when Cullen filed a complaint in Nov. 2020, shortly after the annual Albion and Saylesville Fire meetings.
Abandoned dog found in parking lot now ready for adoption

3 weeks ago | valleybreeze.com | Sofia Barr

LINCOLN/CUMBERLAND – In February, Spencer, a Havenese mix, was found abandoned in a parking lot. It took him months to trust humans again, but Cumberland Animal Control Officer Ryan Theroux said this pup is ready for a fresh start. “It was Feb. 21 when we got the call. Basically, his old owners just dumped him at the CVS on Broad Street,” Theroux stated.
El Oasis passes inspection, cleared to reopen

3 weeks ago | valleybreeze.com | Sofia Barr

LINCOLN – El Oasis at 80 Higginson Ave. has reopened for business. Last week, The Breeze reported that El Oasis was ordered by the Town Council to temporarily close after failing to submit necessary paperwork, ignoring a stop-work order, and committing a liquor license violation. During a May meeting, Diego Contreras, owner of El Oasis, explained that the sale of alcoholic beverages stemmed from a misunderstanding, and that he would work to “make things right” however he could.
Davies names DeCarvalho teacher of the year

3 weeks ago | valleybreeze.com | Sofia Barr

LINCOLN – William M. Davies Jr. Career and Technical High School announced that after a thorough review of eight exceptional applications, Hilda DeCarvalho was selected as the 2025-2026 District Teacher of the Year. Representatives from Davies described DeCarvalho as a dedicated member of the English Department whose passion for teaching and commitment to student success have made a profound impact on students and colleagues.
Kollek recognized as NP's 2025 Teacher of the Year

3 weeks ago | valleybreeze.com | Sofia Barr

NORTH PROVIDENCE – The North Providence School District has named Jennifer Kollek, a multilingual learners (MLL) specialist at McGuire Elementary School, its 2025 Teacher of the Year. Kollek has worked in education for more than 24 years, and has experience in multiple roles. During her 18 years in Central Falls, she was a classroom teacher, a special education inclusion teacher, and an English as a second language (ESL) teacher.
The true spirit of Rhodium

3 weeks ago | valleybreeze.com | Sofia Barr

PAWTUCKET – Each bottle of Rhodium liquor tells a unique story of locality, environmentalism, love, and innovation. This women, veteran, LGBTQ, BIPOC, employee-owned nano-distillery goes above and beyond as they redefine what it means to be a local business. “Hi, I make gin,” is an unconventional introduction, unless, of course, you’re Cathy Plourde, co-founder of Rhodium Rhode Island Spirits.
Savor the season: eight places to dine outside in Northern Rhode Island

3 weeks ago | valleybreeze.com | Sofia Barr

Picture this: it’s 5 p.m. on a beautiful June night, and you want to go out for dinner. With such perfect weather, eating inside almost feels wrong, but you’re too hungry to drive to South County, and not in the mood to deal with traffic and parking in Providence. Fear not, there are plenty of outdoor dining options right here in the Valley. As someone who lives in an apartment without any outdoor space, I admit that I spend many a summer evening and warm weekend day sitting outside at restaurants.

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6 Jun 25

Is there anything better than dining outside on a warm, breezy summer evening? I think not! Below are 8 suggestions of where to eat outside in Northern RI this summer! https://t.co/WWKBCzn4WX

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Articles

Rehydrate while you dehydrate

Into the wild: Northern students take on annual Audubon hike

LHS musicians shine at New Jersey festival

Cullen sees partial victory in lawsuit against Albion Fire District

Abandoned dog found in parking lot now ready for adoption

El Oasis passes inspection, cleared to reopen

Davies names DeCarvalho teacher of the year

Kollek recognized as NP's 2025 Teacher of the Year

The true spirit of Rhodium

Savor the season: eight places to dine outside in Northern Rhode Island

Journalists covering the same region

Dave Copeland

Solangi Sosa

Art Illman

Sara Brown

Betsy Badell

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