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Letter: Pros and cons of legislative housing package
To the editor: The Times-Gazette’s thorough reporting of the 14 bills that have been proposed in the State House of Representatives to address the housing crisis is most welcome. The … more
The Post - Thursday, March 23, 2023
The sewer rate study conducted by Raftelis Financial Consultants Inc. and presented to the City Council at its March 21 meeting.
Sewer rates are soon expected to rise significantly in East Providence
EAST PROVIDENCE — Sewer rates in East Providence will soon rise significantly, though necessarily, after the City Council backed one of two proposals presented to it by a specialist on the … more
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East Providence Animal Control seeks public’s help finding dog’s owner
EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence Animal Control is seeking the public’s help in identifying the owner of dog. On March 16, East Providence police responded to Rumford Pets at 865 … more
Jessica Kaela, shown in studio singing her newly released single, “Crying.”
Meet Jessica Kaela: A young singer focused on career growth
At 23, singer, songwriter, recording artist Jessica Kaela is a contemporary songster whose commitment to hard work, positivity, doing for others and doing what’s right, in the midst of a … more
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Members of the Boys & Girls Club of East Providence’s “Tidal Waves” youth swim squad heading to nationals next week include (front row, left to right) Ambri Fonseca, Helen Messitt, Laina Fonseca and Isabel McKinney; (back row) Kaylee Collins, Weston David, Luke DeMoura, Lucas Zonfrillo and Nick Capobianco.
Waves youth team swims to best season in ages, readies for nationals
EAST PROVIDENCE — The Boys & Girls Club of East Providence’s “Tidal Waves” youth swim team recently completed its best regular season in at least the last decade and … more
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Is the R.I. economy headed for a rude awakening?
STORY OF THE WEEK: If you want to feel a chill down your back, watch PBS Frontline’s report on the recent era of “easy money” – super-low interest rates … more
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Weekly Recap of Recalls, Withdrawals & Safety Alerts: March 11 – 17, 2023
At the end of each week, the law firm d’Oliveira & Associates compiles a summary of recalls, FDA warnings, market withdrawals and safety alerts that the public should be aware of for their … more
A view of the former Paquette's Family Restaurant outdoor dining setup at 315 Waterman Ave. in a photo posted to the now-defunct business' Facebook page back in the summer of 2021. A new restaurant, Mina’s Café, now occupies the location.
Bill extending outdoor dining at restaurants passes House
EAST PROVIDENCE — About a week or so after the subject was broached at a City Council meeting here, the Rhode Island House of Representatives passed a bill seeking to extend the law allowing … more
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Mackenzie Pacheco (mid-left) and Madison Slavick (mid-right) lead the Townies onto the competition floor.
Townies take second at state cheer championships, compete at regionals
EAST PROVIDENCE — The East Providence High School Competition Cheer team reached the crux of its 2022-23 schedule over the last few weeks, competing in a pair of top level championship … more
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Members of East Bay Citizens for Peace recently held a vigil outside the Bristol Post Office.
Two decades spent working towards peace
East Bay Citizens for Peace recognized and reflected on 20 years of peace and social justice activism last Saturday. more
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The Post - Thursday, March 16, 2023
Council explores adding fine for misuse of rec permits in East Providence
EAST PROVIDENCE — The City Council and the administration of Mayor Bob DaSilva are in the process of beefing up the regulations related to use of East Providence athletic and recreational … more
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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
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
The 2022-23 Bay View girls' basketball Open State Championship team.
Upstart Bengals beat Skippers in OT for girls' hoops state title
Eighth-seeded St. Mary Academy-Bay View completed its unexpected run to the 2023 girls’ Open State Basketball Tournament championship Sunday afternoon, March 12, with a dramatic 42-40 overtime … more
Editorial: House package won’t fix affordable housing
A package of 14 housing bill may be a boon to private developers, but without further legislative action it is unlikely to result in helping those most in need of housing in the state. more
The development that was recently denied at 119 Water St. in Warren might have fared differently under some of the legislation proposed in the 14-bill package brought forth by Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi earlier this month.
The RI House filed 14 bills to address the housing crisis — what's in them?
Will a package of 14 different bills put forth by House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi earlier this month to address Rhode Island’s housing shortage accomplish that mission, fall short, or do something in between? more
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Rev. Dr. Laurene Bowers
Interim pastor is named at Newman Congregational Church in Rumford
EAST PROVIDENCE — An interim pastor has been named for Newman Congregational Church in Rumford as the Rev. Dr. Laurene Bowers steps into the role on a temporary basis. Bowers leads the … more
EPHS assistant coach Patrick Marchand consoles Kenaz Ochgwu at the end of the Townies' state semifinal loss to Hendricken Saturday, March 11.
East Providence falls to eventual champ Hawks in state hoops final four
KINGSTON — Eventual champion and second-seeded Bishop Hendricken defeated 11th-seeded East Providence High School 62-55 in the semifinals of the 2023 Rhode Island Open State Championship … more
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State announces response plans as winter storm looms
PROVIDENCE — The administration of Gov. Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Transportation have issued plans to respond to a potential high-impact, long-duration winter storm forecast … more
East Providence non-profits gain $1.5 million from R.I. Foundation grants
EAST PROVIDENCE — Seven non-profit organizations either anchored in East Providence or with ties to the city were among those groups to share in $84 million in grants from the Rhode Island … more
All eyes are on the Speaker as Congressional race takes shape
STORY OF THE WEEK: With Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos having announced a run in CD1, the race to succeed U.S. Rep. David Cicilline is approaching a more active phase. All eyes are on House Speaker Joe … more
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Letter: Taxpayer-funded abortion hearing was Kabuki theater
To the editor: The well-scripted and choreographed Kabuki theater at the House Judiciary Committee hearing March 6 for House Bills 5006, 5047, and 5228 was disheartening. Repetitious, … more
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