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Perky Nellissen and 8-month-old Ziti pose together at their Little Compton home. Nellissen and Ziti are both going through guide dog training for the first time.

Guide dog training – learning as they go

1 Perky Nellissen and 8-month-old Ziti pose together at their Little Compton home. Nellissen and Ziti are both going through guide dog training for the first time. 2 Perky Nellissen teaches … more

By Lucy Probert | 5/19/22

Some of the upgrades at the Rock/E.P. Senior Center include building a Pickleball court (left) and a walking path (right).

Upgrades to E.P. Senior Center grounds are nearing completion

EAST PROVIDENCE — A multi-faceted project to upgrade the Robert Rock/East Providence Senior Center grounds in nearing completion. Begun in the spring, the improvements included the … more

By Mike Rego | 10/7/22

Keira Quadros delivers a pitch during the five-inning, perfect game she tossed in East Providence's 13-0 victory over visiting Moses Brown Wednesday afternoon, May 17.

Townies thump Moses Brown in softball

EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School softball team had little trouble dispatching visiting Moses Brown on a windy Wednesday afternoon, May 17, as the Townies sent the Quakers away … more

By Mike Rego | 5/17/23

The trends continue: Fewer sales, higher prices

The East Bay residential real estate trend of decreasing housing units sold and decreasing days on market, driven by the Fed’s action to increase rates, continues unabated. Homeowners are … more

By Douglas Gablinske | 10/25/23

The Mount Hope Farmers Market in Bristol is held year-round on Saturdays.

New initiative will provide farmers market vouchers for seniors

The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP), an initiative of the Department of Environmental Management (DEM), along with the Office of Healthy Aging (OHA) and Farm Fresh RI, is being … more

By Christy Nadalin | 3/19/24

Gov. Raimondo: 'Pause' extended to Dec. 20

Rhode Island’s ‘pause’ has been extended another week, expiring now on Dec. 20, Gov. Gina Raimondo announced during her COVID-19 briefing Thursday afternoon. Originally, those … more

By Kristen Ray | 12/10/20

Letter: Our senior citizens of Rhode Island deserve better

To the editor: This March we are asked to vote on the same old referendum items, with emphasis on the University of Rhode Island (URI) and cultural arts and nothing for the senior citizens of … more

1/29/21

Letter: To slow climate change, teach climate literacy

In 2019, inspired by teenage Swedish activist Greta Thunberg, youth around the world took action to demand governments address climate change. While 2020 brought a pandemic that dominated the … more

3/5/21

The Post - Thursday, December 9, 2021

12/9/21

Fireworks will light up the East Bay sky this holiday weekend

There are four planned fireworks shows taking place this Sunday and Monday, July 3 and 4, in the East Bay region. Bristol The Bristol Fourth of July Fireworks Display is scheduled for Sunday, … more

6/30/22

This snapshot of a Barrington shoreline shows the variety of activities that can take place on any given day between the water line and private property lines of waterfront estates — swimming, sunbathing, clamming, walking, etc. Advocates want to clearly establish in Rhode Island law that these rights extend from the high tide line to another six feet landward along all coastal shorelines.

Shoreline advocates see both victory and defeat

June 2 was a day of celebration for advocates working to clarify the public’s rights to walk, fish, swim and visit the shorelines of Rhode Island. That was the day the Rhode Island House of … more

By Scott Pickering | 7/7/22

The Post - Thursday, September 1, 2022

9/1/22

Local candidates for general assembly seats (top row, from left to right) Sam Read (House, District 66), Jason Knight (House, District 67), Pam Lauria (Senate, District 32) and (bottom row) Jennifer Boylan (House, District 66), Scott Fuller (House, District 67) and Rhonda Holmes (Senate, District 32).

Ask the candidates: How will you help local businesses?

Question: List two ways East Bay legislators can help local businesses. District 32, Senate Rhonda Holmes (R) — “Taxation and regulation. The General Assembly missed many … more

9/21/22

East Providence parks will receive review, renovations as needed

EAST PROVIDENCE — A process is being put into place so every playground/recreational area in the city will be evaluated on a regular basis going forward and any necessary improvements can be … more

By Mike Rego | 3/3/23

Another RFP opens in East Providence to create a small business incubator

EAST PROVIDENCE — The City of East Providence has initiated a request for proposal (RFP) for a qualified consultant or consultant team to conduct a feasibility study on the conversion of a … more

By Mike Rego | 12/7/23

Shaina Boyle and Gary Vandemoortele, Smithfield, with a 27” summer flounder caught fishing with Capt. Dave Monti. Monti’s seminar is Monday, March 25.

Experts weigh in on ‘How to catch bigger fluke’

It is my honor to be the guest speaker at the Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers Association seminar Monday, March 25, at 7 p.m. at the West Warwick Elks, 60 Cyle St., West Warwick. The … more

By Capt. Dave Monti | 3/19/24

The Post - Thursday, July 25, 2019

7/25/19

Letter: Vaccinate teachers, and make schools safer

To the editor: Rhode Island has committed again and again to in-person classes throughout this pandemic. As a teacher, I know that in-person learning is the best option for students and does not … more

3/5/21

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

5/11/22

Letter: Let’s stand up to Rhode Island Energy

To the editor: The monopoly of Rhode Island Energy is hiking our prices up as much as 47%. We all received an email about it from our energy overlords over the summer, and my question is, why … more

10/19/22

Mayoral candidates John Rossi (left) and Bob DaSilva (right) share the City Hall dais with moderator Scott Pickering during the October 24 forum sponsored by the League of Women Voters Rhode Island and East Bay Media Group/The East Providence Post.

DaSilva, Rossi wrangle in East Providence mayoral election forum

EAST PROVIDENCE — The last of the 2022 general election forums for candidates from East Providence only co-sponsored by the League of Women Voters-Rhode Island and the East Bay Media … more

By Mike Rego | 10/27/22

Will Winfield drives to the bucket for the EPHS boys' basketball team in its Mutter Memorial championship game meeting against Central Wednesday night, Dec. 28.

Townies split holiday hoops title games

EAST PROVIDENCE — The respective East Providence High School basketball teams split their holiday tourney championship games played Wednesday, Dec. 28, in city, the girls beating host … more

By Mike Rego | 12/30/22

Letter: Compassionate Care Act has many flaws

To the editor: Recently, a guest editorial by Bonnie Evans praised the euphemistically named “Compassionate Care Act” being proposed once again at the State House. Far too many … more

2/14/23

Letter: Many residents oppose proposed Assembly abortion bill

To the editor: Vice President Kamala Harris recently excoriated Russia for committing crimes against humanity by their bombing and killing innocent civilians in Ukraine. Her statement is absolutely … more

3/3/23

Books, people who love them, and a Regency romp

Two books about books and the people who love them and a romp through Regency London. Enjoy! “Blank” by Zibby Owens (2024). Pippa Jones is in her 40s and lives in Los Angeles. She is … more

By Lynda Rego | 3/20/24