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Slides presented by Marshall Properties to the East Providence City Council April 21 of the company's plan to redevelop the 138-acre Metacomet Country Club, the latest version including the retention of a 9-Hole golf course open to the public.
Marshall pitches latest Metacomet redevelopment plan to East Providence City Council
EAST PROVIDENCE — Eight months after its initial plan was rebuffed and three months after the City Council began considering an eminent domain taking of the land, Marshall Properties LLC … more
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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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For buyers, the competition is tougher than ever
Across the country, the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the residential real estate market, and Rhode Island’s real estate market shifted with it. According to State-Wide … more
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The East Bay Bike Path bridges have been closed since 2019, and a state official recently said that they don't want to "waste $25 million" rebuilding them.
East Bay Bike Path bridge work facing more delays
People waiting for the East Bay Bike Path bridges to be replaced will need to wait longer — maybe a lot longer. During a radio interview on Thursday, April 1, Rhode Island Department of … 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
Speaker of the House Joseph Shekarchi (yellow box) talks to a group of fellow legislators and Bristol County business leaders in a Zoom meeting held Friday morning. The speaker strongly urged all Rhode Islanders — including the business community — to speak up and lobby for their opinions to be heard.
Speaker Shekarchi: Rhode Islanders need to speak up
Rhode Island Speaker of the House Joseph Shekarchi has a message for Rhode Islanders: If you have something to say, say it. Mr. Shekarchi met with a group from the East Bay Chamber of Commerce … more
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Buyers know that if they want the house of their dreams they have to move quickly and bid aggressively.
Why the 2021 real estate market looks a lot like 2020
    Did the real estate market undergo a seismic shift in 2020? Or did it ride a rogue wave that is still cresting here in 2021? The answer to both questions might be … … more
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Pilot Matt Celeste has been flying drones commercially for several years and uses them not just in the wedding and event industry, but in real estate property listings across the state.
For drone pilots and the real estate market, the sky’s the limit
The property is spectacular, even from the ground. A quick turn onto a private drive along Warrens Point Road in Little Compton leads soon to a large shingle-style home, with a charming and … more
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The number of FBI background checks for potential gun owners more than doubled in Rhode Island, year over year.
Gun ownership and use are on the rise in Rhode Island
Add gun acquisition and violence to the list of troubling societal issues that just got worse in 2020.According to the Rhode Island Coalition Against Gun Violence (RICAV), 2020 saw a 111 percent … more
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Dr. Philip Chan, the consultant medical director at the Department of Health's Division of Preparedness, Response, Infectious Disease and Emergency Medical Services, speaks to reporters via ZOOM Friday morning.
Health officials: More than 51,000 Rhode Islanders at least partially inoculated
More than 51,000 Rhode Islanders had been at least partially vaccinated against the coronavirus by Friday morning, according to state Department of Health officials, with 9,243 of them fully … more
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Rep. Liana Cassar is shown at a 2019 chamber of commerce event.
Local rep. criticizes House Speaker election process
Barrington resident and local Rep. Liana Cassar called the selection process for the next House Speaker a “non-competitive, confirmatory ritual” in a statement she released late last … more
R.I. EMA warns of widespread power outages, major storm for Christmas
The Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency (RIEMA) issued a warning to Rhode Islanders Wednesday afternoon  to prepare for a significant storm expected to impact the state with high wind and … more
Renee Welchman spent three weeks researching and working with the seller to determine the asking price for this totally unique Little Compton home — $7.85 million.
The Art of the Ask – Setting prices on priceless properties
Try figuring out the value of a four-bedroom Colonial in Barrington or a two-bedroom condo in Bristol. It’s pretty easy. Adjusting for the variables of location and condition, you can easily … more
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East Bay papers may be delayed by weather on Thursday
Due to the predicted adverse weather on Thursday morning, we are anticipating delays in the delivery of the Bristol Phoenix, the East Providence Post and the Portsmouth Times. The problem won't be … more
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
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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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Gov. Raimondo: Early data suggests Rhode Islanders are in compliance of the two-week 'pause'
Four days into the two-week ‘pause’ and the evidence was suggesting that Rhode Islanders were complying with the new rules and regulations, Gov. Gina Raimondo shared during her COVID-19 … more
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Warren DMV branch closing for good
Warren's part time DMV branch at Warren Government Center has been closed since March. Now, it has likely served its last customer. DMV spokesman Paul Grimaldi confirmed Friday morning that the … more
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Governor: Two week 'pause' begins Nov. 30 — social gatherings stop immediately
With cases continuing to surge and hospitals now reaching 97 percent capacity of their available COVID-19 beds, Gov. Gina Raimondo said she had no choice but to place Rhode Island on a two-week … more
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Gov. Gina Raimondo, speaking during a Nov. 12 briefing.
Governor warns of 'dire' consequences and lockdown if Covid trends continue
Rhode Island could be heading toward another lockdown if people continue to disregard the rules and regulations, Gov. Gina Raimondo warned during her COVID-19 briefing Thursday afternoon. Just … more
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Rep. Liana Cassar, shown at a 2019 chamber of commerce event, recently announced she is a candidate for the speaker of the house in the RI General Assembly.
Local legislator aims to be House speaker
Barrington resident and local representative Liana Cassar recently announced she is a candidate for the speaker of the house in the RI General Assembly. In a statement last week, Ms. Cassar (HD … more
Seven new restrictions to go into effect on Sunday
Seven new restrictions will go into effect this Sunday, Gov. Gina Raimondo announced during her COVID-19 briefing Thursday afternoon. Starting Nov. 8, the following regulations will be in effect … more
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Governor enacts measures to tamp down social gatherings
Gov. Gina Raimondo announced new measures to curb spread of the coronavirus, which is on the rise throughout Rhode Island. In a Friday afternoon press conference, the governor had one clear target … more
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Marshall withdraws zoning petition for Metacomet property
EAST PROVIDENCE — In a somewhat surprising move, Marshall Properties LLC has rescinded its request to rezone the Metacomet Golf Club off Veterans Memorial Parkway. The company made the … more
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Gov. Gina Raimondo at her regular weekly Coronavirus briefing on Wednesday, Aug. 12.
It’s official: Opening of public schools pushed back to Sept. 14
PROVIDENCE — At her regular weekly press conference today, Gov. Gina Raimondo confirmed what she had already hinted at during media interviews earlier this week: The opening day for Rhode … more
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