http://block-island.villagesoup.com?source=rss Latest posts Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:10:30 EDT Thu, 20 Jun 2013 01:10:30 EDT en-us Copyright 2011 The Block Island Times http://block-island.villagesoup.com/p/editorial-stop-talking-to-cops-is-exactly-the-wrong-message/1015019?source=rss Given the events of the past few weeks, we have to assume that whoever planted a sticker on the stop sign in Bridgegate Square so that it would read: “Stop… talking to cops,” was serious about making a point. Just as the community, long in denial about the issues of substance abuse, appears prepared to confront the problem, the message is disturbing. Perhaps those who are part of the problem are beginning to feel ... http://block-island.villagesoup.com/p/editorial-stop-talking-to-cops-is-exactly-the-wrong-message/1015019 Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:01:00 EDT flang@blockislandtimes.com (Staff) Opinion http://block-island.villagesoup.com/p/editorial-beach-pavilion-should-be-open-by-now/1012224?source=rss There were about 80 students, plus assorted teachers, visiting the island and having a bonfire on town beach the other night. It was a beautiful night, crisp and clear, and the kids were all camped out about 100 feet or so from the Fred Benson Beach Pavilion. They were taking pictures and throwing Frisbees and enjoying the atmosphere and beauty of the island. A passerby might notice something amiss, though. The ... http://block-island.villagesoup.com/p/editorial-beach-pavilion-should-be-open-by-now/1012224 Sun, 09 Jun 2013 10:00:00 EDT flang@blockislandtimes.com (Staff) Opinion http://block-island.villagesoup.com/p/editorial-a-taste-of-block-island-begins-friday/1008702?source=rss Do you have your button yet? That is, have you paid your five dollars for the button that will gain you access to all the events happening this weekend during A Taste of Block Island? The button can be purchased on the ferry or at the Block Island Chamber of Commerce, and along with it comes a brochure that is astonishing in the breadth of activities available to you. This is an event that should not be enjoyed ... http://block-island.villagesoup.com/p/editorial-a-taste-of-block-island-begins-friday/1008702 Fri, 31 May 2013 09:07:00 EDT flang@blockislandtimes.com (Staff) Opinion