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East Providence receives state grant for comprehensive bicycle, pedestrian plan
East Providence was recently awarded a six-figure grant to create what is termed a "Citywide Comprehensive Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan.” The Rhode Island Division of Statewide Planning … more
Logan Amaral (left) shoots the puck up ice with teammate Ethan LaBollita (right).
Huskies hockey team still optimistic, despite difficult season
Sometimes season’s go south before they even get started. It can happen in the blink of an eye. This season the Huskies saw it coming. It’s been the same for the Mt. Hope/East Providence … more
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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
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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A rendering of the Senior Center grounds with the proposed Community Center added.
East Providence’s continued Community Center pursuit receives federal boost
EAST PROVIDENCE — Now some three decades in the conceptual stages and after a couple of false starts even after residents twice expressed their backing for it with their votes, the … more
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Tiverton hires new fire chief
William S. Bailey, III, a career firefighter with more than 25 years of experience in both the private and public sectors, has been appointed Tiverton’s new fire chief, effective November … more
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Little Compton native Emily Mushen (foreground), shown here with thrift store employees Louise Dion and Kelly Pianka, is taking over the helm as the new director of the East Bay Food Pantry.
New food pantry director takes the lead in a time of need
As a longtime volunteer at the East Bay Food Pantry, Emily Mushen knew the organization well, so when the prior director decided to step down, it was a smooth transition. 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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Officials laud completion of Expressway/Trail resurfacing project
EAST PROVIDENCE — Local, state and federal officials lauded the completion of the East Shore Expressway/Wampanoag Trail resurfacing project via a press release issued Monday morning, Oct. 17. … more
(A few) businesses are turning taxes into scholarships
Every July, a small group of people gather in a conference room inside the Rhode Island Division of Taxation offices in Providence and watch as index cards are drawn one by one from a raffle bin. … 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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East Providence High School freshman football player Aydan Sousa is fitted for his helmet by Townies' assistant coach Eric Stringfellow earlier this week as the team readies for the official start of the upcoming 2022 season with opening day of practice Monday, Aug. 15.
Townies hope summer work pays off this fall
EAST PROVIDENCE — Adhering to the axiom “no rest for the weary,” the East Providence High School returning football players and coaches have been diligent about preparations for the … more
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Graduates in the St. Mary Academy-Bay View Class of 2023 enter the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in Providence for commencement on Monday, June 5.
St. Mary Academy-Bay View celebrates 147th Commencement
PROVIDENCE — On Monday evening, June 5, St. Mary Academy – Bay View graduated its Class of 2023 at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul. Each of the 49 graduates have been accepted to … more
Rep. Terri Cortvriend of Portsmouth walks along the shoreline in front of Baker Road homes on the west side of Portsmouth back in March. Her bill establishing that the public area of the shoreline is 10 feet landward of the recognizable high tide line was later signed into law by the governor.
Federal judge dismisses challenge to R.I. shoreline access law
Wrong court, wrong argument and against the wrong people. So declared U.S. District Court Judge William Smith in his Sept. 19 opinion dismissing a legal challenge to the state’s newly … more
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Scenes from dismissal time at EPHS on Thursday, Oct. 19, following a stabbing incident midday in the building.
Stabbing incident takes place at East Providence High School: Victim said to be in 'good spirits' post surgery
EAST PROVIDENCE — East Providence High School went into lockdown just after noontime on Thursday, Oct. 19, after a stabbing incident occurred inside the building. Students and staff … more
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East Providence's Keira Mullen was named first-team All-State by the coaches and also tabbed as Division II girls' volleyball player of the year and first-team All-League.
Champion EPHS girls' volleyball club had a fun title run
EAST PROVIDENCE — With a few days to reflect on going undefeated and winning the 2023 Division II championship, head coach Alex Butler and his East Providence High School girls' volleyball team … more
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Harmonie McDowell takes a jumper for EPHS in its Division I girls' basketball 2023-24 home opener against Portsmouth December 15.
East Providence drops Division I girls' hoops openers
EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School girls' basketball team completed the first week of its 2023-24 Division I schedule with a pair of losses, 50-28 on the road in Providence … more
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Kenna Wigginton (left) drives towards goal during the EPHS girls' lacrosse game against Mount St. Charles. The senior scored her 100th career goal for the in the Townies' 15-5 win over neighbor PCD last week.
Townies' Wigginton nets 100th career girls' lacrosse goal
The East Providence High School baseball team opened up Division II play last week with a 1-0 victory over visiting Johnston Monday night, April 8, as the Townies remained unbeaten in three league … more
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RISE Prep Mayoral Academy in Woonsocket, the project associated with the alleged worker fraud.
East Providence contractor charged with committing wage fraud
PROVIDENCE —  Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced that the owner of a Rhode Island-based construction company was arraigned in Providence Superior Court on felony and misdemeanor … more
The farmers’ markets take place at St. John’s Church, across from the Barrington Shopping Center.
Final Barrington farmers market of season is Thursday
The Barrington Business and Community Association will host its final farmers market of the season on Thursday, Aug. 11. The event will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. at St. John’s church, across … more
Christine de Silva takes photos of a hammerhead shark as it is released during an expedition in Biscayne Bay while a student at the University of Miami. (Photo courtesy of Christine de Silva)
She’s a student, a tech CEO and a shark researcher
1 Christine de Silva takes photos of a hammerhead shark as it is released during an expedition in Biscayne Bay while a student at the University of Miami. (Photo courtesy of Christine de … more
Four extension options explored for East Bay Bike Path
For the past several years, the Town of Bristol has been looking into ways to connect the end of the East Bay Bike Path to the Mt. Hope Bridge and RWU. Major progress has been made toward that goal, and some safety improvements are already moving forward. more
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City native Jennifer Griffith testifies before a House committee in her role as Rhode Island’s Child Advocate. She was recently named as the Secretary of State's lead legal counsel.
Amore names East Providence's Griffith Department of State legal counsel
PROVIDENCE — Secretary of State Gregg Amore announced fellow East Providence resident Jennifer Griffith has joined the Rhode Island Department of State as lead legal counsel. “We are … more
East Providence High School's Ava Soares (No. 7 in red) scored a pair of goals in recent games, one in the Townies' first Division II win of the season against Bay View on October 18.
EPHS ends season-long league losing streak in girls' soccer
EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School girls' soccer team concluded the second-to-last week of its 2023 Division II season by ending fall-long league losing streak. In city … more
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EPHS quarterback Jacob Duarte dives for some extra yardage in the Townies' non-league outing against Hendricken Friday night, Oct. 27.
Hawks fly past Townies in non-league football affair
EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School football team hosted perennial state power Bishop Hendricken last Friday night, Oct. 27, in a non-league game at Townie Stadium where the … more
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