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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 learn best when they're having fun.
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
Sandy shores open doors at Save The Bay’s Hamilton Family Aquarium
Sand is a curious substance — soft yet gritty, smooth underfoot but rough to the touch. It’s fun to play with at the beach, yet … Read More
Townies ready to tee off for 2025/26 season
With two returning captains and an experienced bunch, they hope to make waves this year. 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
Janet Lake Lifelong Bristolian|Janet Lake, 76, of Bristol, Rhode Island, passed away on April 14, 2025, at the Lincolnwood Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center in North Providence, Rhode Island following a period
Lynne Lehman Lynne W. Lehman, 83, of Barrington, RI, passed away on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 after battling Alzheimers and dementia. The daughter of the late Charles and Edna (Jeffrey) Westerberg, Lynne was born an
Alice Roy Alice W. "Allie" Roy, 82, of Barrington, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2025, at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center in Providence, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Dona
Sports
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.
DEM sets April 12 as opening of the 2025 trout season The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management has stocked more than 100 freshwater locations, including children’s-only ponds, with 60,000 fish — brook, brown, rainbow, and …
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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