Police patrol on bikes to save on gas May 27, 2008
"You think the car's the great savior of us all, but in urban areas and dense areas, you're probably better off on a bike," said Chris Menton, an associate professor in the School of Justice Studies at Roger Williams University in Rhode Island who has studied police bike patrols. In the tiny western Pennsylvania borough of Hollidaysburg, police Chief Jeff Ketner said high gas prices prompted him to resume daily bike patrols several weeks ago. (CNN)
More of this story May 8, 2008
Roots and Shoots will be jointly established by the Jane Goodall Association and Roger Williams University ... Goodall, the world s best-known primatologist, visited Newport on Wednesday night for a meet-and-greet event at the Malbone Estate, the home of local businessman James Leach, which was coordinated with Roger Williams University. (Newport Daily News, RI)
Gulls sweep weekly awards May 6, 2008
The junior held Roger Williams University to just six goals in the conference championship to preserve a 7-6 victory. For the week she was 3-0 with a 9. (Ecgulls.com)
Endicott wins third-straight conference crown May 4, 2008
- The Endicott College women's lacrosse team will make its third-straight NCAA Div. III Tournament appearance, as the Gulls clinched its third TCCC Championship in a row with a, 7-6, win over Roger Williams University on Saturday afternoon in Beverly, Mass. The Blue and Green will begin NCAA Tournament play next week. (Ecgulls.com)
TCCC Championship Times Announced May 3, 2008
The EC men, ranked 14th in the nation, will be taking on 17th-ranked Western New England College at 12:00 p.m., while the women's team will host Roger Williams University at 3:00 p.m. ... Initially defeating eighth-seeded Curry by a score of 11-3, the Gulls advanced to the championship with a 16-6 victory over fourth-seeded Roger Williams University. (Ecgulls.com)
Gulls garner conference honors, Quirk Coach of the Year May 2, 2008
The Gulls return to action on Thursday evening as they host Roger Williams University in the TCCC semifinals in Beverly, Mass. Endicott and RWU will square-off for the rights to play in the conference finals with the face-off scheduled for 7:00 p.m.. (Ecgulls.com)
Gulls glide by Hawks, set to host TCCC final May 2, 2008
scored a total of six goals, including the games first three, to help push the nationally-ranked Gulls to a 16-6 win over fourth-seeded Roger Williams University on Thursday night in Beverly, Mass. With the win, top-seeded Endicott will host No. 2 Western New England College in the conference finals on Saturday afternoon. (Ecgulls.com)
Gulls fall in semifinals to top-seeded Salve Apr 23, 2008
Salve Regina will host No. 2 Roger Williams University in the TCCC finals. Roger Williams defeated No. 3 Colby-Sawyer College, 7-2 on Tuesday. (Ecgulls.com)
Hagarty named ECAC Goalie of the Week Apr 19, 2008
Hagarty and the 15th-ranked Gulls put their unblemished TCCC record on the line Saturday afternoon as they host Roger Williams University on Senior Day. The Hawks fly onto the Endicott campus with a five-game winning streak and a 5-1 conference record. (Ecgulls.com)
Media-shy Scalia shows openness Apr 18, 2008
Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia speaks at Roger Williams University in Bristol, R.I. April 7. Guidelines: You share in the USA TODAY community, so please keep your comments smart and civil. (USA Today)
Celebrations Apr 17, 2008
The future groom is the son of Bill and Cathy Tomasetti of Holliston and a graduate of Roger Williams University in Bristol, R.I.. Wed Dec 06, 2006, 07:15 PM EST. (Holliston Tab, MA)
Cunningham earns TCCC Rookie of the Week honors Apr 15, 2008
The freshman had an excellent all around game versus Roger Williams University scoring five goals and dishing out two assists, while also collecting three ground balls, three draw controls, and three caused turnovers. Kellie is currently the Gulls' team leader in goals (37), assists (17), and points (54). (Ecgulls.com)
Roger Williams edges Endicott Apr 14, 2008
- Despite taking two of the three doubles matches, Endicott College dropped its second-straight The Commonwealth Coast Conference contest, falling to Roger Williams University, 5-4, on Sunday afternoon on the South Campus Courts in Beverly, Massachusetts. The loss drops the Gulls to 10-4 overall and 5-2 in TCCC play. (Ecgulls.com)
Hawks deal Gulls a pair of firsts Apr 14, 2008
- Roger Williams University did what no other school has been able to do this spring, and that is defeat Endicott in TCCC play and also down the Gulls on their home field. The Hawks walked away with a pair of conference victories on Sunday, downing the Gulls, 6-2, in game one, and then edged the Blue and Green, 5-4, in game two. (Ecgulls.com)
Endicott falls in battle of unbeaten conference schools Apr 13, 2008
Endicott, now 10-3 and 5-1 in TCCC action, returns to action on Sunday as it hosts Roger Williams University at 1:00 p.m. on South Campus in Beverly, Mass. (Ecgulls.com)
Scalia: Judges won't fix society Apr 10, 2008
On Monday, U.S. Supreme Court Associate Justice Antonin Scalia spoke at the Roger Williams University law school in Bristol, R.I. Justice Scalia is on a media blitz connected to the publication of a book he co-authored on legal arguments. Guidelines: You share in the USA TODAY community, so please keep your comments smart and civil. (USA Today -- News)
Gulls offense sinks Hawks, 17-7 Apr 9, 2008
- The Endicott College women's lacrosse team outscored TCCC opponent Roger Williams University, 8-1, in the first half and never looked back, handing the Hawks their first conference loss, 17-7, at Endicott Stadium on Tuesday afternoon. Endicott is now 7-3 overall and 4-0 in conference play. (Ecgulls.com)
Concord teenager killed in car crash Apr 6, 2008
He had been accepted at Roger Williams University in Bristol, R.I., where he planned to major in communications, Pappas said. "He was extremely bright," Pappas said. (Boston Globe)
Gulls sink Fighting Scots, 16-10 Apr 6, 2008
The Gulls return to action as they host Roger Williams University at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday. The Fighting Scots head to Newport, R.I. on Tuesday to meet Salve Regina. (Ecgulls.com)
Dunkin' Donuts reveals recipe for expansion Apr 5, 2008
"We were a coffee leader disguised as a doughnut chain," Luther told a recent gathering of business students at Roger Williams University in Bristol, R.I.. The company signed distribution deals with supermarkets, an international food maker and even an airline to help spread the word about Dunkin' Donuts and show that it would be a national coffee brand in short order. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Endicott softball earns number one ranking Apr 3, 2008
Endicott improved to 11-2 on the season by sweeping a double header against Roger Williams University in their home opener on Tuesday. The Gulls won both games by the score of 6-1 behind the strong pitching performances of sophomore and senior. (Ecgulls.com)
Gulls sweep doubleheader in long awaited home opener Apr 2, 2008
- The Endicott College softball team swept both games of a doubleheader in their home opener against Roger Williams University on Tuesday in Beverly, Mass. The Gulls won both games by identical 6-1 scores. (Ecgulls.com)
Endicott softball postponed for third straight day Apr 1, 2008
The team will return to action Tuesday, when they play a double header in their home opener against Roger Williams University. Game times are scheduled for 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. in Beverly, Mass. (Ecgulls.com)
Pieri excels on the court, in the classroom Mar 20, 2008
Pieri hopes to play basketball in college, and has already been accepted to Roger Williams University in Rhode Island. He has also applied to the University of Maine at Farmington, Clarke University and Endicott College, among others. (Courier Publications, ME)
Around Town March 19 -- Lots of towns show up in Marshfield Mar 19, 2008
The following Marshfield residents were named to the dean s list for the fall 2007 semester at their respective colleges: Shawn M. Amand, Erin F. Catarius, Gina V. Cullen, and Jason H. Maley at Boston University; Rebecca Stevenson at the University of Maine in Farmington; Mary C. Jennings and Elizabeth Campbell at the University of Hartford; Amanda Blakeslee, Victoria Ibrahim and Jessica McConoghy at Emmanuel College; Jessica Banco, Morgan McGillicuddy, Kari Phillips and Jennifer Stallings at... (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
Around Town -- March 14 Mar 15, 2008
Congratulations to Pembroke students Danielle Baldassiini and Stacey Pretti, both seniors, who have been named to the fall semester dean s list at Roger Williams University in Bristol, R.I. Danielle is majoring in English literature, and Stacey is a foreign language major. COMEDY NIGHT. (Pembroke Mariner, MA)
Mangano takes N.E. title Mar 4, 2008
A lot of swimmers chose not to compete in the regional meet at Roger Williams University, so there were a lot of last-second openings. In addition to the three events they had qualified for, the Bulldogs were able to enter Alli Stefanski in the 200 freestyle and a 400 freestyle relay team. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Sister Lucille McKillop, 83; led Salve Regina for 21 years Mar 3, 2008
Sister McKillop received numerous honorary degrees from institutions over the years, including Roger Williams University and Salve Regina. At her last graduation ceremony as president, she joked, "After 21 years, I have finally received my Salve Regina degree.". (Boston Globe)
The week in photos Mar 3, 2008
Calvo who got his degree in Marine Biology at Roger WIlliams University joined the show after a visit to the fair and he decided he needed to swim with the sharks. (Amanda Voisard/The Post). (The Palm Beach Post)
Family finds an untold story in the attic Mar 1, 2008
"I had to keep asking him questions," says Tim Marshall, who is now in ROTC at Roger Williams University. "He didn't seem comfortable with it. He kept it all in.". (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Around Town Feb. 28 -- Shoveling is snow problem Feb 29, 2008
Mathew Manning, a classics major and junior at Colby College, is on the dean list, as are freshman Kelcie Sweeney, a history major, and sophomore Andrew Vachon, a liberal arts major, at Roger Williams University. Joseph Malone earned a spot on the honor roll at Northfield Mount Hermon School. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Column: Around Town Feb 28, 2008
And also following in the same direction was David Hurley, who also made the Dean's List for the fall semester at Roger Williams University in Bristol R.I. He is a junior majoring in Construction Management and a member of the Lacrosse team. Keep up the good work. (Hanover Mariner, MA)
Burgos named TCCC Honorable Mention Feb 27, 2008
In addition to the all-conference team, Roger Williams University senior Geoff Baranger was named TCCC Player of the Year, Western New England College senior Asif Adbul-Wadud was named TCCC Defensive Player of the Year, Nichols College freshman Garret Bishop was named TCCC Rookie of the Year, Salve Regina forward Stephen Walsh was named TCCC Senior-Scholar Athlete of the Year, Roger Williams University's Michael Tully was named TCCC Coach of the Year, and Regis College was the recipient of the... (Ecgulls.com)
Gulls advance, cruise past Roger Williams Feb 27, 2008
- The Endicott College women's basketball team built a 33-17 halftime lead and never looked back, as the Gulls cruised past Roger Williams University, 67-46, in the quarterfinals of The Commonwealth Coast Conference Tournament on Tuesday night in Beverly, Massachusetts. The Endicott defense came to play in the opening half as the Blue and Green held the Hawks to just 24. (Ecgulls.com)
Endicott earns top-seed, set to host RWU Feb 26, 2008
No.1 Gulls will host No.8 Roger Williams University ... - After an impressive 12-1 The Commonwealth Coast Conference regular season, Endicott College has earned the No. 1 seed and will host eighth-seeded Roger Williams University on Tuesday night in the conference quarterfinals in Beverly, Massachusetts. (Ecgulls.com)
Mangano earns state title Feb 24, 2008
The top five in each event qualified for next Saturday s New England championship at Roger Williams University in Bristol. Managano and the 200 freestyle team will be competing. (Westerly Sun, RI)
High school schedule Feb 13, 2008
Westerly at Division I championships, at Roger Williams University, 6:00. Share your thoughts. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Fronske joins Mitchell Construction Group Feb 12, 2008
John earned a Bachelor of Architecture from Roger Williams University in Bristol, Rhode Island and currently resides with his family in Somerville. Mitchell Construction Group, Inc. located in Medfield, specializes in architectural design and construction of residential kitchens, baths, additions, and whole house renovations. (Somerville Journal, MA)
R.I. television news outletsettles in Station fire case Feb 3, 2008
Andrew Horowitz - a professor at Roger Williams University School of Law in Bristol, R.I. - said it is unclear whether the settlement might spur other defendants to resolve claims as well. "Each defendant has to think about whether the massive expenditure involved in defending himself or herself in this kind of case and the massive exposure that comes with actually having a trial is justified by the evidence that ties the defendant to the case," he said. (Boston Globe)
Four in a row, Gulls knock off Hawks Feb 1, 2008
Mary's/Canterbury) and (Kittery, Maine/Traip Academy) each notched a game-high 18 points as the Gulls won their fourth-straight, upending the conference's top team Roger Williams University, 67-64, on Thursday night in Beverly, Massachusetts. The visitors showed early why they entered Thursday's showdown with an unblemished conference record, quickly leaping out to an 11-4 lead on a 3-ball from Dan Gumb (Patterson, N.Y./Kennedy Catholic) and a nice lay-in from Billy Barrett (Fairfield, Conn. (Ecgulls.com)
Endicott handles RWU, 68-49 Feb 1, 2008
- The Endicott College women's basketball improved upon its perfect TCCC record, downing the Roger Williams University Hawks, 68-49, on Thursday night in the MacDonald Gymnasium in Beverly, Massachusetts. With the win, Endicott is now 11-7 overall and an undefeated 6-0 in The Commonwealth Coast Conference. (Ecgulls.com)
Gulls win third-straight, down Emmanuel Jan 30, 2008
The Gulls return to action on Thursday night as they square-off with TCCC leader Roger Williams University. The Commonwealth Coast Conference showdown will be webcast on Endicott All-Access with tip-off scheduled for 6:00 pm in Beverly, Massachusets. (Ecgulls.com)
Shellfish farmer makes his living on Winnapaug Pond Jan 19, 2008
Thomas is a Sophomore at Roger Williams University where he is studying business and marine biology that will enable him to take over the family business one day. There is limited availability for shellfish beds as they are created in areas that are something of a desert where little else is growing, explains Gardner. (Westerly Sun, RI)
The wrong weapon against terrorism Jan 13, 2008
As Professor Peter Margulies of the Roger Williams University law school perceptively told The New York Times after Padilla's conviction, the way the statute is being interpreted "basically allows someone to be found guilty for something that is one step away from a thought crime.". Both charges - providing material support and conspiracy - are extremely vague, because ideas behind both strain to reach conduct that may be, in other contexts, entirely innocent. (International Herald Tribune -- Ed/Op)
New England news briefs Dec 28, 2007
Larry Ritchie, a professor at the Roger Williams University School of Law and a hearing officer for the retirement board, will review the testimony and make a recommendation. (AP). (Boston Globe)
Horn case draws international attention Dec 20, 2007
Joseph Senak, a juris doctorate candidate at Roger Williams University in Bristol, RI, stated Horn's self-defense assertion may rid him of guilt, but the homeowner might have to appear before a judge. "I think his claim of defense has legal merit and a chance of prevailing, but there is enough ambiguity in this case to warrant a day in court," said Senak, 23. (Pasadena Citizen, TX)
UMW welcomes Afghan students The Initiative to Educate Afghan Women, a nonprofit founded in 2002, enabled the two to attend school here for free. Dec 2, 2007
" Flash-forward to October, when Sadat was going to class on what she thought was just another day at the Fredericksburg campus. Soon after leaving her dorm, she said, she saw a guy in a miniskirt and a young woman wearing a diaper. "I said, 'Something must be wrong today. " She later learned they were dressed up for Halloween, and she even took part in some of the festivities. That kind of culture shock will likely continue for Sadat and her roommate, Zahra Noor, 22, who are the first-ever... (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Indictment: Astor's son plundered estate Nov 28, 2007
Philip Marshall, a professor at Roger Williams University in Rhode Island, testified before the grand jury, according to his spokesman, Frazier Seitel. Copyright 2007 The. (CNN -- International)
Astor's Son Accused of Stealing From Her Nov 28, 2007
Philip Marshall, a professor at Roger Williams University in Rhode Island, testified before the grand jury, according to his spokesman, Frazier Seitel. The grand jury investigation had already brought a halt to substantive proceedings in the civil dispute over Astor's estate. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Around Town Nov. 22 -- Battle of the sexes is about to even out Nov 22, 2007
Nicholas Belmont, a junior construction management major at Roger Williams University, participated on the Design-Build Team during a three-day Associated Schools of Construction Region I Construction Management Student Competition. A dozen other Northeast schools participated, and two of the RWU teams, Design-Build and Heavy Highway, emerged victorious and will advance to the national competition in Las Vegas in March of 2008. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
McGinn Named TCCC Player of the Week Nov 14, 2007
Endicott, winners of five-straight TCCC titles, defeated Roger Williams University in overtime to advance to the national tournament. In the Gulls' opening game of the NCAA Tournament, McGinn scored the game winner in the 64th minute as Endicott snuck past Oneonta State, 2-1. (Ecgulls.com)
'Excited about the idea of voting' Nov 7, 2007
Putting this together has been a long process, beginning in late July with a service learning seminar, attended by Jill Glickman of Roger Williams University (which has played a key role); McGill; Laxton; and Shea teachers. On Aug. 20, voter education materials were distributed to the schools, and on Aug. 28,- instructors introduced those materials in their classrooms. (Pawtucket Times, RI)
Nathan Schuldheiss Dies in Iraq Nov 7, 2007
After his time at GU, Schuldheiss graduated from Roger Williams University School of Law with a Juris Doctorate. He had been most recently assigned to Detachment 204, Offutt AFB, Nebraska. (Gozags.com)
Endicott Voted 5th in Men's Basketball Preseason Poll Nov 7, 2007
Gordon College was selected third and received one first-place vote, while Roger Williams University was chosen fourth and received the two remaining first-place votes. Teams received 14 points for every first-place vote received, 13 points for each second-place vote, 12 points for each third-place vote, down to one point for a last place vote. (Ecgulls.com)
Cardinal sailor sixth at single-handed nationals, freshman second at intersectional regatta Nov 7, 2007
Senior placed sixth in the Women's Singlehanded National Championship in Seattle while a Cardinal freshman squad placed second overall in the Freshman Intersectional Regatta hosted by Roger Williams University this past weekend ... Freshman Intersectional Regatta Stanford sent a group of freshmen to Roger Williams University in Bristol, RI to contest the first Freshman Intersectional Regatta, formerly known as the Freshman Atlantic Coast Championships ... Freshman Intersectional Regatta Roger... (Gostanford.com)
Hopkins Swim Teams to Participate in "Hour of Power" Relay on Tuesday Nov 6, 2007
Univ. of New England, Roger Williams University, Lycoming, St. Joseph's (Maine), Ohio Northern, Wheaton College (Mass. Johns Hopkins, Lake Forest (Ill. (Hopkinssports.com)
Tournament Time: Endicott to Meet Oneonta State Nov 6, 2007
The Gulls (16-5-0) were awarded the automatic berth to the field of 60 with their fifth-consecutive The Commonwealth Coast Conference title on Sunday afternoon as they defeated Roger Williams University, 1-0, in overtime. Endicott's first round opponent will be a formidable challenge in Oneonta State. (Ecgulls.com)
More of this story Nov 6, 2007
His son, the oldest of his two children, joined him in Newport and lived with him while attending law school at Roger Williams University in Bristol from 2002-05. "Newport became his home of record," Schuldheiss said. (Newport Daily News, RI)
Clark Shoots Gulls to Conference Title Nov 5, 2007
BEVERLY, MA - Senior forward (E. Kinston, NH/Pentucket Regional) scored midway through the first overtime period to lift Endicott College to its fifth-consecutive TCCC title with a, 1-0, overtime win over Roger Williams University on Sunday afternoon in Beverly, Massachusetts. A physical contest between the No. 1 and No. 3 seeds saw exciting action in the opening half. (Ecgulls.com)
TCCC Finals Moved to Sunday Nov 3, 2007
Endicott, the top-seed in the TCCC Tournament, will host the third-seeded Roger Williams University Hawks ... Endicott defeated Roger Williams University, 1-0, in their only meeting of the season on September 15th. (Ecgulls.com)
With Dems' split, 1st is hottest race in the city Nov 2, 2007
"When the ground shifts, the foundation cracks. [And] one of the best things New Britain is known for is its water. I would do everything I could to protect it." Gerratana is 22, fresh out of Roger Williams University in Bristol, R.I. He just married - Oct. 6 - to Jessica Roberti of Greenville, R.I. Gerratana is the son of well-known orthopedic surgeon Frank Gerratana and five-term state Rep. Theresa Gerratana. (New Britain Herald, CT)
Women's Soccer to Host TCCC Finals, Football Time Change Nov 2, 2007
BEVERLY, MA - The Endicott women's soccer team will be gunning for its fifth-consecutive TCCC title on Saturday, as the Gulls will host Roger Williams University at 1:00 p.m. Endicott defeated Gordon College, 2-0, on Wednesday to earn a spot in the conference finals. The Endicott football game against the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, originally scheduled for a 12:00 noon kick-off, will be pushed back to a 5:30 p.m. start to accommodate the women's soccer final. (Ecgulls.com)
Gulls Glide Past Hawks, 3-1 Nov 2, 2007
BEVERLY, MA - The Endicott women's volleyball team defeated the fifth-seeded Roger Williams University Hawks, 3-1, on Thursday night to advance to The Commonwealth Coast Conference Finals. The Gulls will host second-seeded Colby-Sawyer College on Saturday afternoon in Beverly, Massachusetts. (Ecgulls.com)
Gulls Advance to Sixth-Straight Title Game Nov 1, 2007
The top-seeded Gulls will host the No. 3 seed Roger Williams University in the TCCC Finals on Saturday afternoon at 1:00 p.m. The Hawks upset Western New England College, 1-0, on Wednesday to advance to the championship game. (Ecgulls.com)
Gulls Hold Off Eastern Nazarene, 3-1 Oct 31, 2007
Endicott returns to action on Thursday evening as they will host #5 Roger Williams University. The Hawks upset the University of New England on Tuesday, 3-1. (Ecgulls.com)
