TUESDAY, APRIL 22, 2025

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A night to vent about the Trump administration

Sen. Jack Reed, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, and Rep. Gabe Amo (from left) listen to a constituent’s question during a congressional town hall sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Newport County at Portsmouth Middle School Monday night.

PORTSMOUTH — The sound reverberating through the Portsmouth Middle School auditorium on Monday night was a powerful and resounding rebuke of the direction President Donald Trump intends to lead …

Coastal photos needed of Saturday’s king tide

An extreme high tide in October 2024 completely flooded an access road at Gull Cove, off Route 24.

Get your cameras ready! Extreme high tides will return to Rhode Island coastlines on Saturday, April 26, at 7:33 p.m. The University of Rhode Island is asking Rhode Islanders to join …

40th annual AIDS Run/Walk for Life coming to Pierce Field

Russ and Beth Milham will receive the 2025 Hope Harris Award, given annually to individuals or organizations exemplifying service to the communities APRI serves and unwavering dedication to the fight against HIV/AIDS.

The 40th annual AIDS Walk for Life will take place on May 3 at Pierce Field in East Providence, bringing together advocates and those affected by one of the most prolific and destructive diseases in world history.

Bill would change bike path traffic patterns

The Rhode Island House of Representatives is expected to take up a bill pertaining to proposed new safety guidelines regulating the … Read More

Brown Play School celebrates 75 years of learning through play

For three quarters of a century (and 25 years in Rumford center), Brown Play School has thrived on the philosophy that young kids … Read More

The call of the wild in the East Bay — calls for environmental advocacy

“Waaah” is a sound not sought by most, but there are some who seek it nightly. They head outside, after sunset, specifically … Read More

Lottery rental home dispute flares between East Providence resident and mayor

A dispute between an East Providence native who won a local lottery back in 2019 to rent a rehabilitated, city-owned property has been … Read More

Townies pitcher tosses first no-hitter for team since 2015

Tyler DiCecco, a senior pitcher for the East Providence varsity baseball team, tossed a no-hitter, complete game on Friday, April 11. Read More

Riverside development earns GrowSmartRI award

Included among the recipients for “Outstanding Smart Growth Projects” is the “Residences at Riverside Square”, which opened in … Read More

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Gardeners have the best dirt

The smell of dirt is intoxicating. It is said to be a natural antidepressant. It’s spring, and it’s Earth Month — the perfect time to get dirty. The Eastern Rhode Island …

Food and wine, more food and more wine …

Some people just want to sit down. Rhode Island’s foodie culture calls for more than just chain restaurants and drive-throughs that cater to the fast-paced, on-the-go lifestyle many have …

The fast and the curious

Falling asleep on the job is typically a fireable offense. Maybe that’s why office chairs tend to have wheels — so no one gets too comfortable. A more comfortable chair might invite a …

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Obituaries

Donald Fontaine Donald O. Fontaine, 77, of Westport, peacefully passed away at home on Saturday, April 19, 2025 surrounded by family. He was the son of the late Oscar A. and Cecile L. (Hebert) Fontaine. Don was bor

John Lachapelle John F. Lachapelle, 82, of Warren, RI, died unexpectedly on Friday, April 11, 2025, at his residence. Born on June 17, 1942, in Warren, he was the son of the late Lucifer and Lucille (Vezina) Lachapel

Robert Ferreira On April 6, 2025, we said goodbye to Robert E. Ferreira, Bob, Dad, Grandpa, Great-Grandpa, Great-Great-Grandpa, and the self-proclaimed Silver Fox. Five generations of our family were blessed with Bob

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Sports

Townies ready to tee off for 2025/26 season With two returning captains and an experienced bunch, they hope to make waves this year.

Townies unified in support through sport The East Providence High School unified basketball team put on a great showing during their recent game against Tolman.

Students, staff battle on the court at Sacred Heart A happy afternoon of spirited competition on the basketball court might have been the last of its kind at Sacred Heart School.

McCoy seats officially unveiled at East Providence High School Townies fans will be able to enjoy a game from a row of historic seats for years to come.

Opinion

Letter: On the paper's letters policy, and national politics

This paper’s decision, based on some opaque policy, to print letters to the editor on local issues only is their rightful business. This decision may rest on the belief that national …

Letter: Remember the ladies

To the editor: I am writing regarding the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act which just passed the US House and is headed for the US Senate. I urge you to contact all senators to demand …

Letter: Federal actions will impact us locally in many ways

I am writing again to express my concern about the damage that DOGE is doing to Social Security. They are now changing policies on what actions can be handled online, which will force thousands of …

Letter: Do your own research on 'fast and dirty’ cuts

This similar unsubstantiated “fast and dirty” fear mongering does not enlighten or inform readers.

Letter: East Providence will benefit from transportation options

I dream of a city that gives its people real transportation options.

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