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A map depicting the BCWA emergency supply project.
BCWA, East Providence announce completion of emergency connection
EAST PROVIDENCE — The Bristol County Water Authority (BCWA) and the City of East Providence jointly announced the pipeline interconnection between the two systems has been completed and … more
RISPCA assists in saving 40 beagles from research facility
EAST PROVIDENCE — The Rhode Island SPCA is scheduled to receive a transport of 40 beagles (15 puppies and 25 adults) today from the Humane Society of the United States. The beagles were … more
The seniors in the St. Mary Academy-Bay Vlew graduating Class of 2022.
St. Mary Academy-Bay View graduates Class of 2022
PROVIDENCE — St. Mary Academy-Bay View graduated its Class of 2022 on Monday evening, June 6, at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul. The Class of 79 graduates have all been accepted into … more
A friend comforts Aby Diallo after she and other students spoke against gun violence in front of Barrington High School on Thursday afternoon.
BHS students walk out of class, call for action against gun violence
A large group of Barrington High School students walked out of class on Thursday afternoon in protest to gun violence, and as a call to action for local and national legislators. The walk-out was … more
Council member Carl Kustell speaks at Wednesday night’s financial town meeting about a resolution that would have opened the door for the possible demolition of the former Carmelite monastery on Watson Avenue. 
Taxpayers vote ‘No’ to allowing demolition option for monastery
The monastery stays. Taxpayers at Wednesday night’s financial town meeting voted down a resolution that would have opened the door for the possible demolition of the former Carmelite … more
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Assembly passes voting access bill sponsored by East Bay legislators
PROVIDENCE — Legislation led in the House of Representatives by East Providence Katherine Kazarian (D-Dist. 63), the "Let RI Vote Act,” was approved there as well as the Senate and … more
The Townies' Grant Wosencroft smashes a winner over the net May 5.
Gallery: EPHS boys' volleyball vs. Barrington
EAST PROVIDENCE — Among the recent run of successes for the East Providence High School boys' volleyball team was a victory over neighboring Barrington in a Division II match last Thursday … more
Clean up hitter Grace Stephenson smacks one of her four hits during the Huskies 23-3 win at Barrington on Monday. Stephenson scored three runs and drove in two runs.
Mt. Hope softball pounds Barrington 23-3
The Mt. Hope softball team pounded Barrington 23-3 in five innings during a Division II away game on a cold and blustery Monday afternoon. The Huskies improve their overall record to 12-1, the … more
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Aidan Ramaglia (middle) and the Huskies take off their caps during the playing of the National Anthem before their Strike-Out Cancer game with Barrington at Guiteras Field on Friday afternoon. The two teams used the game as a fund-raiser for the Jimmy Fund, collecting more than $5,000 in donations.
Baseball rivals raise money for Jimmy Fund
The Huskies and the Eagles are rivals — that much is clear.  But on Friday afternoon, under a gray sky at Guiteras Field in Bristol, the baseball teams from both schools met with a … more
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A tasty recipe as spring arrives...roasted asparagus risotto with baby peas
It’s springtime and everything is turning up green! When the first buds appear and the earth begins to come alive, my tastes shift from hearty winter soups to a lighter, greener, fare. … more
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DEM restocks freshwater areas around the state with more trout
PROVIDENCE – East Bay area ponds are among those the Department of Environmental Management (DEM) announced are receiving a second round of spring stocking through May 2. Over 40 plus, … more
McKee stops short of mandating masks in Rhode Island schools
PROVIDENCE — Governor Dan McKee, following up on updated recommendations made earlier this week by the Centers of Disease Control as the “Delta” variant of the coronavirus has … more
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East Bay vaccination pod now accepts walk-in clients
EAST PROVIDENCE — The Rhode Island Department of Health last week announced the East Bay COVID-19 vaccination pod located in city at the Shoppers Town Plaza, 589 Taunton Ave., would going … more
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Barrington High School volleyball senior Casey Lambert signs a letter of intent to go to Springfield College recently inside the BHS gym. She is accompanied by (from left to right) her friend Michaela Baer, mom Melissa, dad Christian, and brother Chip. Casey has been a standout contributor for the Barrington High School volleyball teams over the years.
Video: Lambert signs her letter of intent
Barrington High School volleyball senior Casey Lambert signs a letter of intent to go to Springfield College recently inside the BHS gym. She is accompanied by (from left to right) her friend … more
Gov. Dan McKee announces East Providence as a regional COVID-19 vaccination site for most of the East Bay area during a press event Wednesday, April 7.
State announces East Providence as East Bay regional vaccination site
EAST PROVIDENCE — East Providence has been charged to be one of three newly created regional COVID-19 vaccination pods, which will serve residents of most East Bay communities over the next few … more
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Map of new water main construction route starting in the area of the Emergency Pump Station on Pawtucket Ave. and ending at the Kent Heights Tank Facilities on Greenwich Avenue. Construction to begin in April and take place throughout 2021.
BCWA will soon connect emergency supply with East Providence
EAST PROVIDENCE — The Bristol County Water Authority will soon complete its recent project to construct a new $6.9 million emergency backup water pipeline connected to the City of East … more
Steve Coutu is leaving his position as DPW Director of East Providence for the role of Executive Director for the BCWA.
East Providence DPW Director Coutu departs for BCWA post
EAST PROVIDENCE — Steve Coutu is leaving his long-held position as Director of Public Works in the City of East Providence to become the new Executive Director of the Bristol County Water … more
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Commentary: I miss my dad each Father’s Day and salute him for days and weeks beyond
He was born in London, the Edwardian early 20th century, when Britain still ruled the world's waves. But shortly after the death of his younger brother, their mother died and he was sent to New York … more
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Grad Kate Demeillon gets a kiss from mom, Imogene as dad, Ian looks on.
Resilient class graduates from Barrington High School
Victory Field was empty on Sunday afternoon. On the day that traditionally hosts the Barrington High School graduation ceremony, members of the Class of 2020 instead shared their commencement … more
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Gov. Raimondo previews state’s 'Phase 2’ reopening plans
PROVIDENCE — Explaining “a lot of information will be coming out in next couple of weeks as we start reopening our economy,” Gov. Gina Raimondo spent the better part of her Friday, … more
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DEM issues COVID-19, other boating safety guidelines
PROVIDENCE — As Memorial Day and the start of the boating season approaches, the Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is asking boaters to follow COVID-19 social distancing rules and … more
Commentary: Underage drinking during COVID-19
EAST BAY — Today we face a national crisis in the form of a deadly pandemic. However, we at the East Bay Regional Coalition remind all there is a hidden link between COVID-19 and other national … more
DEM issues new temporary license for direct sale of some seafood
PROVIDENCE — To help foster the continued viability of the Rhode Island commercial seafood industry during the COVID-19 public health crisis, the Department of Environmental Management (DEM) … more
DEM, Marine association provides boating community with virus guidelines
PROVIDENCE — The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management and the Rhode Island Marine Trades Association last week issued the following guidance regarding the safe operation of … more
Gov. Gina Raimondo talks about a new executive order that authorizes fines for those not following the state's isolation or home quarantine directives.
State adds teeth (fines) to quarantine measures; governor says surge is weeks away
The State of Rhode Island is getting more serious about its orders for people to stay in isolation or self-quarantine during the coronavirus pandemic. Earlier today, Gov. Gina Raimondo signed an … more
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