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Left in limbo – the dreaded college application 'waitlist'

More students are applying to more U.S. colleges and universities than ever before, according to reporting from The Common App, an organization that has dramatically altered the college application … more

By Julia Stearly | 6/29/23

East Providence recently received a grant from the Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank to fix stormwater drainage issues at the Hennessey Elementary School on Fort Street.

Assembly, governor earmark millions for use by Infrastructure Bank

Officials and administrators in East Providence should be pleased with the recent earmarks approved in the Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget by the General Assembly and backed by the governor for use by the … more

By Mike Rego | 6/29/23

Gallery: Rumford, Barrington 2023 Major Baseball All Stars

EAST PROVIDENCE — The stays for the city entries into the 2023 District 2 Little League Major Baseball Division All Star tournament were brief as both the Rumford and East Providence … more

By Mike Rego | 6/28/23

R.I. Hockey Hall acknowledges Army's lifetime achievements in the game

The Rhode Island Hockey Hall of Fame recently named East Providence’s Tom Army as the recipient of the 2023 Malcolm Greene Chace Memorial Trophy recognizing “Achievement & Outstanding … more

6/28/23

The completed substructure and deck of the Hunts Mills Bridge at Pleasant Street as it looked in early 2023.

McKee vetoes proposed Pleasant Street commercial truck ban

PROVIDENCE – Governor Dan McKee Monday, June 26, vetoed a bill passed by overwhelming majorities in both chambers of the General Assembly during its 2023 session, which would have restricted … more

By Mike Rego | 6/27/23

Gallery: East Providence Central/Riverside 2023 Major Baseball All Stars

EAST PROVIDENCE — The "Road to Williamsport" dream for local youngsters began Monday night, June 26, with the start of the Little League District 2 Major Baseball All Star Tournament. In … more

By Mike Rego | 6/27/23

Council approval clears way for one-time tax amnesty in East Providence

EAST PROVIDENCE — Chronic tax delinquents in East Providence will soon get a chance to bring their accounts up to date after the City Council agreed on ordinance for a one-time offer to make … more

By Mike Rego | 6/26/23

Barrington’s Kate Shields, shown playing for Bay View girls lacrosse, serves as an ambassador for Morgan’s Message — a nonprofit organization that aims to create awareness regarding the need for open communication about mental health amongst student athletes.

Lacrosse standout is ambassador for Morgan’s Message

Barrington’s Kate Shields recently finished her junior year at Bay View Academy in East Providence. The All-State girls lacrosse goalie has verbally committed to play lacrosse at the University … more

6/26/23

Rep. Jennifer Boylan sponsored a bill that permits someone to vote in a primary election as long as they are registered to vote and will be 18 by the time of the general election.

Local legislator’s bill allows some 17-year-olds to vote in primaries

Legislation sponsored by a Barrington legislator will open the door for some 17-year-olds to vote in primary elections. Rep. Jennifer Boylan (D-District 66, Barrington and East … more

6/26/23

Nicholas Dunlap pumps his fist in elation after he made a 20-foot birdie putt on the 72nd hole to win the 2023 Northeast Amateur Invitational Saturday, June 24, at Wannamoisett Country Club.

Dunlap drains putt at the last, rallies to win 2023 Northeast Amateur

EAST PROVIDENCE — In a battle of Southeast Conference standout freshmen from this past season, Nicholas Dunlap pulled off a remarkable rally, coming from four shots down on the back nine … more

By Mike Rego | 6/25/23

Caleb Surratt tees off at the signature short par 3 third at Wannamoisett during the third round of the 2023 Northeast Amateur Friday, June 23. Surratt made birdie en route to shooting a 64 and building a three stroke lead heading into the final 18 holes.

Surratt steps on the gas in Round 3 at the 2023 Northeast Am

EAST PROVIDENCE — Caleb Surratt increased his lead heading into the fourth and final round of the 2023 Northeast Amateur Invitational as the North Carolina native recorded his best 18 hole … more

By Mike Rego | 6/23/23

East Providence nursing home resident charged with sexually assaulting staff member

PROVIDENCE — The office of Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced in statement issued Friday, June 23, an East Providence man has been charged in Providence County Superior Court with … more

6/23/23

Matt Moloney, of Daniel Island, S.C., a high school senior and University of Georgia commit, tees off on the 18th hole Wannamoisett Country Club Thursday, June 22, during the second round of the 2023 Northeast Amateur.

Surratt surges into the lead mid-way through 2023 Northeast Amateur

EAST PROVIDENCE — Caleb Surratt shot one of the lowest scores during Round 2 of the 2023 Northeast Amateur Invitational Thursday, June 22, at Wannamoisett Country Club in the Rumford section of … more

By Mike Rego | 6/22/23

East Providence Police officers will soon be outfitted with state-of-the-art radios

EAST PROVIDENCE — The City Council at its Tuesday, June 20, gathering authorized the administration of Mayor Bob DaSilva to buy 60 new Motorola portable radios for the East Providence Police … more

By Mike Rego | 6/22/23

Caleb Surratt, the standout freshman from the University of Tennessee, wedges up to the 18th green at Wannamoisett Country Club after a lengthy tee shot to close out his first round of the 2023 Northeast Amateur Invitational Wednesday, June 21.

Forrester feasts during Day 1 at the 2023 Northeast Amateur

EAST PROVIDENCE — Bartley Forrester, a fifth-year senior on the Georgia Tech squad that last month finished as the national runner-up to champion Florida, held the lead after the first … more

By Mike Rego | 6/21/23

The speed camera on Broadway at Grovesnor Avenue in East Providence.

Speed cameras generate massive revenue for East Providence

EAST PROVIDENCE — The current incarnation of the City Council gave its greatest consideration to date on the controversial issue of speed cameras placed around East Providence during its June … more

By Mike Rego | 6/21/23

Dennis Tardiff, chairman of the board of Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse, stands atop the lighthouse tower, with the East Providence shoreline visible behind. Once lit by a magnificent, century-old glass lens, the tower today remains an official U.S. Coast Guard “aid-to-navigation,” powered now by a red LED light.

Pomham Rocks is ready for prime time

A century ago, five lighthouses lined the East Providence shoreline, lighting the way for ships passing from the upper reaches of Narragansett Bay into the Providence River and the busy port of Providence. Only one remains. more

By Scott Pickering | 6/21/23

Dylan Menante eyes an approach shot during the final round of the 2022 Northeast Amateur Invitational at Wannamoisett Country Club in East Providence.

Two-time champ Menante returns to defend title at 2023 Northeast Amateur

EAST PROVIDENCE — Two-time reigning champion Dylan Menante returns to defend his title when the 61st Northeast Amateur Invitational golf tournament tees off at Wannamoisett Country Club June … more

By Mike Rego | 6/21/23

The EPHS baseball team charges pitcher Tim Robitaille after the final out of the Townies' 1-0 win over East Greenwich for the 2023 Division II championship Monday, June 19.

Twice is nice...East Providence wins second-ever baseball title

PROVIDENCE — For just the second time in the near-century long history of the program in the Interscholastic League, the East Providence High School baseball team is a champion. Tim … more

By Mike Rego | 6/19/23

Makena Petsch, a senior and student council president, leads the EPHS Class of 2023 into commencement June 2 at Pierce Stadium.

East Providence's Petsch represents Rhode Island in national teen scholarship event

Makena Petsch of Riverside will represent Rhode Island as the state's participant in the 66th Distinguished Young Women national finals June 22-24 at the Mobile Civic Center Theater in Mobile, Ala. … more

6/19/23

The Providence Country Day School graduating Class of 2023.

Providence Country Day School conducts 2023 commencement

EAST PROVIDENCE — The Providence Country Day School celebrated the 32 members in the senior Class of 2023 during commencement held Wednesday, June 14. The sun shone bright on the … more

6/19/23

Dylan Annicelli was the starting and winning pitcher for the EPHS baseball team in its 1-0 win over East Greenwich in Game 2 of the Division II finals Sunday, June 18.

Townies triumph, force deciding game for Division II baseball title

PROVIDENCE — After how close they've played in their meetings to date, it's only fitting the East Providence and East Greenwich High School baseball teams will play a third and deciding game for … more

By Mike Rego | 6/18/23

A rendering of the renovated Library/Media Center at RMS.

Planned upgrades at Riverside Middle School remain on budget

EAST PROVIDENCE — Unlike the need for a one-off, near-complete remodeling of Martin Middle School, its counterpart in Riverside has received a steady stream of upgrades in recent years to keep … more

By Mike Rego | 6/16/23

Rep. Terri Cortvriend walks along the shoreline in front of Baker Road homes on the west side of Portsmouth back in March. Her bill establishing that the public area of the shoreline is 10 feet landward of the recognizable high tide line is now awaiting the governor’s signature.

Bill clarifying public shoreline access clears Assembly

PROVIDENCE — The General Assembly Thursday approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Terri Cortvriend and Sen. Mark P. McKenney to establish that the public area of the shoreline is 10 feet … more

6/16/23

EPHS catcher Briab Rutkowski dives to tag out an East Greenwich runner in the eighth inning of their June 15 Division II baseball championship series opener.

Avengers tip Townies in wild Division II baseball finals opener

PROVIDENCE — You almost had to be there to comprehend it, that's how wild the finish of East Greenwich High School's 3-2, eight-inning victory over East Providence in Game 1 of the 2023 … more

By Mike Rego | 6/15/23