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Gallery: EPHS 2023 Fashion Show
EAST PROVIDENCE — East Providence High School students in the class of instructor Nina Voccio held their annual fashion show Thursday evening, May 18, in front of a large audience in the … more
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Ten Townies ink their collegiate student-athlete letters of intent
EAST PROVIDENCE -— Ten student-athletes in the graduating Class of 2023 at East Providence High School, five each young women and men, formalized their choices to continue their sporting … more
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Chief Kevin Lynch is award the new trophy after the Police won 11-10 in extra innings to win the first annual B battle of the Badges softball game.
Police win first Battle of the Badges softball game
Chief Kevin Lynch held up the trophy and the police celebrated after winning the first annual Battle of the Badges softball game 11-10, in extra innings in front of a large cheering crowd at the Colt … more
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Tiverton's Adam Costa hits an overhead as partner Aidan Sweeney watches on during their win at third singles for the Tigers over East Providence in the D-II playoffs Tuesday, May 23.
Tigers tip Townies in boys' tennis playoffs
EAST PROVIDENCE — A week and a day after suffering a narrow, 4-3 setback at home to East Providence in one of its final regular season matches, the Tiverton High School boys' tennis team … more
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Rumford residents Cameron and Brenda Booth will be recognized with EBCAP's Vision Award.
EBCAP recognizes East Providence trio at annual Seaside Gala
Two local residents and a long-time city administrator will be recognized by the the East Bay Community Action Program, known to most as EBCAP, at the organization's 18th Annual Seaside Gala on June … more
Skipper Charlie Enright takes in the view of the throng of fans on land and boat from Mālama’s bowsprit during the Leg 5 start of the Ocean Race 2023 on Sunday.
Enright and Ocean Race fleet leave Newport to embark on Leg 5
The shorelines along Newport and Jamestown were jam packed with cheering fans and the bay was crammed with spectator boats blasting their horns as 11th Hour Racing skipper Charlie Enright and the … more
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Sophia Kelly's state-wide winning submission for the "Doodle for Google" contest was prominently displayed at the 2023 EPHS Student Art Show held May 18.
East Providence's Kelly wins Google state art contest
EAST PROVIDENCE — East Providence High School senior Sophia Kelly is one of Google's 55 state and territory winners — selected among tens of thousands of submissions — for its 15th … more
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Council backs administration's attempt to curb graffiti in East Providence
EAST PROVIDENCE — The City Council at its May 16 meeting passed an amended ordinance requested by the administration of Mayor Bob DaSilva and the East Providence Police Department, … more
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Second baseman Hailey Ferreira (left) looks on as shortstop Julia Allen takes the throw from catcher Ava Waddell on as a Woonsocket baserunner attempts to steal second base during their game on Monday.
Softball team beats Toll Gate, loses to Woonsocket and Prout
The Mt. Hope softball team, after winning five straight, lost two of their three games this week, to fall to 10-3 in Division II, 10-4 overall. The Huskies who have lost in the finals each of the … more
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Ben Pacheco hits a forehand during his match. He beat Hadley Martinez in straight sets 6-4, 6-2. 
Tiverton tennis aims for a deep playoff run
The Tiverton tennis team fell to Narragansett 4-3 in a tight match on Tuesday afternoon. The loss drops the Tigers’ record to 9-4 in Division II, heading into the playoffs.   … more
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Freshman Molly Costa hits a fly ball during Westport's loss to Bristol Aggie on Tuesday.
Wildcats win Mayflower Athletic Conference , get ready for playoff run
The Westport softball team won the Mayflower Athletic Conference after beating Bishop Connolly 3-1 in an away game on Saturday, May 13. The Wildcats conference record is 7-1 and 8-8 overall.   … more
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Organizers announced changes to Saturday’s schedule at Ocean Live Park due to a forecast of severe weather, including strong winds and torrential rain.
Ocean Race park makes changes to weekend schedule due to weather
NEWPORT, R.I. (May 19, 2023) — Organizers announced changes to Saturday’s schedule at Ocean Live Park due to a forecast of severe weather, including strong winds and torrential rain. … more
Xavier Graca's kill off the block helped EPHS win the first set in what eventually was a 3-1 loss to visiting Lincoln Thursday night, May 18.
Lions lash Townies in Division II boys' volleyball encounter
EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School boys' volleyball team started its Division II home encounter with Lincoln Thursday night, May 18, well, but the visiting Lions quickly turned … more
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Gov. Dan McKee, seated, signed the Equality in Abortion Coverage Act, with sponsors Katherine Kazarian (D-House Dist. 63, East Providence Pawtucket) , to the left of him holding bill, and Sen. Bridget Valverde, to his right holding bill. At left is House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi and at right is Senate Majority Leader Ryan W. Pearson.
Rhode Island General Assembly passes Equality in Abortion Coverage Act
PROVIDENCE — A signature piece of legislation a local lawmaker has been trying to help gain passage in the Rhode Island General Assembly over the last several sessions finally occurred … more
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Justin Petion calls a ball out during his match at No. 2 doubles with Jaydon Massa for EPHS against Classical Wednesday, May 17.
Classical clips East Providence in boys' tennis regular season finale
EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School boys' tennis team finished its first season back up in the Division II ranks last week with a 5-2 loss at home to Classical on a blustery … more
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Nathan Carter led the EPHS golf team to a sweep of Portsmouth and Bay View May 17 at Green Valley Country Club.
East Providence edges Portsmouth, beats Bay View in golf
PORTSMOUTH — The East Providence High School golf team last week completed its most successful season record-wise in two decades when the Townies traveled to Portsmouth Wednesday, May 17, … more
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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
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Ziurel Vargas and the EPHS baseball team saw their recent six-game winning streak in Division II outings come to an end with a loss Westerly.
Westerly ends East Providence's recent baseball win streak
EAST PROVIDENCE — The recent East Providence High School baseball winning streak came to an end early last week after the Townies were held scoreless in a 7-0 loss to host Westerly on Tuesday, … more
Suspect charged with stealing catalytic converter in East Providence
PROVIDENCE — A Pawtucket man has been charged in Providence County Superior Court with stealing a catalytic converter following his arrest by the East Providence Police on November 15, 2022. … more
Revaluations raise property rates in East Providence
EAST PROVIDENCE — The administration of Mayor Bob DaSilva through the Finance Department announced the tax rate for Fiscal Year 2023 following the state-mandated statistical revaluation … more
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Val Lawson addresses NEA Rhode Island delegates at the May annual meeting where she and a slate of officers were elected to a three-year term.
NEARI elects East Providence's Lawson as new president
CRANSTON — Long-time East Providence School District teacher and State Senator Val Lawson was elected as the National Education Association Rhode Island's newest president during the … more
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Jacob Cross shoots and scores during the Wildcats 13-1 victory over Cape Cod Tech on Friday.
Wildcats crush Cape Cod Tech 13-1 on senior day
The Westport lacrosse team celebrated their senior day by crushing Cape Cod Tech 13-1 during a league home game on Friday afternoon. The win boosted the Wildcats’ record to 5-9. S enior … more
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Huskies head coach Mike Mazzarella (left) is awarded a plaque from his 4 year old son Brook, via athletic director Christy Belisle, for winning the 100th game of his eight year career. Assistant coach Joe Simeone (right) and the team look on.
Huskies Baseball coach celebrates 100th win
Mt. Hope baseball coach Mike Mazzarella was awarded a plaque by athletic director Christy Belisle for collecting his 100th win as manager of the Huskies nine after  their loss to Coventry on … more
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East Providence legislators heed call to assist non-profit housing plan
EAST PROVIDENCE — Ask and you shall receive? Following up on a request made by the respective organizations for assistance from the state, two local legislators have submitted bills in … more
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East Providence Zach Mendo putts for birdie on the par 3 fifth hold at the Agawam Hunt Club in his match against Rogers Monday, May 15.
Townies top Vikings in Eastern Division golf match
EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School golf team may not make the revamped 2023 Rhode Island Interscholastic League state championship tournament at the end of the month, but that … more
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