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Letter: I suggest picking a party over a candidate

To the editor: In a few weeks I will fill bubbles. First bubble on the list will be for president and vice-president. Six candidates are running for president/vice president in Rhode Island … more

10/22/24

Letter: Yes, be careful what you wish for

To the editor: Well, one thing Will Newman and I agree on is to be careful what you wish for (Letter: 'Careful what you wish for,' The Post, May 2, 2024 edition). Several weeks ago he wrote an … more

5/16/24

Letter: Appreciate input from constituents

To the editor:I would like to take a moment to thank all the Ward 4 residents who joined myself, Mayor DaSilva and Council President Rodericks in discussing projects happening in Riverside and … more

3/15/23

Letter: Let the voters decide

To the editor: Last week’s Post (March 2, 2023 edition) featured an article about Mayor DaSilva’s proposed community center, accompanied by an architectural rendering of this 61,000-sf … more

3/15/23

Letter: Poll numbers appear to back abortion bill

To the editor: David O’Connell (letters, "Many residents oppose proposed Assembly abortion bill," The Post, March 2, edition) seems to be lumping in all those who have had abortions with … more

3/9/23

Letter: Many residents oppose proposed Assembly abortion bill

To the editor: Vice President Kamala Harris recently excoriated Russia for committing crimes against humanity by their bombing and killing innocent civilians in Ukraine. Her statement is absolutely … more

3/3/23

Letter: Wishing the new East Providence city-side HR director good luck

To the editor: Good luck to the newly appointed Human Resources Director Dr. Robert Perry for the City of East Providence. His resume and past experience certainly is impressive and a good … more

3/1/23

Letter: Forbes Street exit/entrance needs a new review

To the editor: Why do residents and visitors using Forbes St. to enter the East Shore Expressway and go westerly have to travel into Barrington miles away to turn around? One, poor engineering, two, … more

1/12/23

Letter: Speaker McCarthy is ‘Joe Hardy’

To the editor: There has been much speculation on what concessions were made by Rep. Kevin McCarthy to the holdouts preventing his becoming house speaker. Based on the strong moral fortitude and … more

1/12/23

Letter: Traffic cameras are just another way to make money

To the editor: Red light cameras, speed zone cameras…Why doesn’t the city just put cameras throughout the whole city? They just keep adding more and more. Do they really have to on nine … more

1/12/23

Letter: East Providence owes Crowley debt of gratitude

To the editor: January brings the official end of the contract with Superintendent Emeritus Kathryn Crowley, who has served our city and our school department well for 6 years. I believe all of … more

1/5/23

Letter: Celebrating the gift of reading this holiday season

To the editor: In October 2022, we hosted a book drive, collecting new books to benefit the members of the Boys and Girls Club of East Providence. Thanks to the incredible generosity of family, … more

12/30/22

Letter: Shame on Abbott for his Christmas stunt

To the editor: News Item…Gov. Greg Abbott sends bus loads of migrants to V.P.’s home during record cold snap… Would someone please attempt to explain to me why sending … more

12/29/22

Letter: League of Women Voters thanks all for fostering 2022 candidate forums

To the editor: The League of Women Voters of RI would like to thank the candidates who participated and citizens who sent in questions for our forums in Bristol, Warren, Barrington and East … more

12/8/22

Letter: East Bay area needs its own hospital

To the editor: Thomas Paine, the often quoted colonial newsman, once wrote, "If you are afraid to offend, you can't be honest.” Hospitals across the river and the Washington Bridge … more

11/23/22

Letter: There's enough money to support Metacomet eminent domain

To the editor: Sarah Smalley wrote a letter to the Post last week in which she spoke disparagingly about the unsuccessful effort by Councilpeople Mourato and Souza to place a bond resolution on … more

11/3/22

Letter: Parents' rights groups in schools, what do the buzzwords mean?

To the editor: You may have noticed that so-called “parents’ rights” groups have popped up all over the country in the past year and have created controversies in school … more

11/3/22

Letter: A meaningful path forward for green space in this city

To the editor: Many local candidates are trying to capitalize on the public’s frustration with the Metacomet issue with promises like, “We will keep Metacomet green” or “We … more

10/28/22

Letter: What is the long-term fate of Pierce Field?

To the editor: Now that the East Providence High School is up and running and has beautiful athletic fields on campus, what is the fate of the iconic Pierce Field? Will it be used for community … more

10/27/22

Letter: Disappointed by no-shows at candidate forums

To the editor: I find it troubling when candidates for public office refuse to debate their opponents or to participate in local forums. Many voters learn about candidates through public … more

10/20/22

Letter: Judge erred in truck toll decision

To the editor: Federal Judge Smith of Rhode Island made a decision that truck tolls, not applicable to automobiles, is unconstitutional by the Commerce Clause of the federal constitution. That … more

10/13/22

Letter: 'E' assistance is need for some on the path

To the editor: I have just finished reading the editorial “Protect the Path” (The East Providence Post, August 25 edition) , while I strongly agree with no motorized vehicles on the path, … more

9/8/22

Letter: Assault weapon ban would surely save lives

To the editor: In his letter to the Aug. 25 edition of The Post , Matthew Fletcher uses the faulty reasoning so popular to the NRA, Fox News, et. al., to bolster their argument that allowing the … more

9/8/22

Letter: Candidate's ad misrepresents facts

To the editor: Mayoral candidate Maureen Gomes Lopez placed an ad in the August 25th edition of the Post that I believe misrepresents the facts. Specifically, she said that “Our residents … more

9/1/22

Letter: Let's be reasonable when discussing guns

To the editor: I want to thank Mr. Clyne and Mr. Crosby (August 11 and 18 editions) for replying to my article on gun control (August 3-4 editions); I appreciate the opportunity to discuss this … more

8/28/22