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East Providence hires a dozen new firefighters
The City recently welcomed 12 new firefighters to the East Providence Fire Department thanks to a $3.75 million federal grant.
A trend towards local communities supporting their home town restaurants drove positive economic impact in places you might not … Read More
In some ways, Dr. Yifrah Kaminer’s embrace of his sense of humor and innate sense of whimsy makes perfect sense, considering the … Read More
East Bay foodies looking for an authentic taste of India have a new spot to sink their teeth into located right in historic Riverside. Read More
East Providence native Steve Brosnihan knows better than anyone how one small act of kindness can bloom into a widespread movement of … Read More
In a milestone for the chess community and young female players, St. Mary Academy – Bay View recently hosted Rhode Island’s first … Read More
In 2024, the City of East Providence reportedly had over 2 million pounds of rejected recyclable waste, all of which ended up being … Read More
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Take a musical journey through time with The Platters
One of the most commercially successful groups of the early Rock N' Roll era are coming to East Providence on Dec. 20.
Annual 5k beach race benefits Mt. Hope High indoor track program
The Mt. Hope High School indoor track and field team's annual "I'd Rather Be Indoor" 5k run/walk steps off Sunday morning, Dec. 8, at Bristol Town Beach. The race starts at 10:30 a.m.
Organizers …
Bristol House Tour will open 12 private homes next month
The Bristol Historical & Preservation Society is holding its House Tour 2024 on Saturday, Sept. 21, when 12 private homes, some of which have not been open for more than 25 years, will be …
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Letter: A resolution once and for all
If we could choose to put our humanity first and reach out with kindness, we could live in peace on earth.
Letter: Transitions — independent to assisted living
How often do we face the necessity of an important change in our lives, whether we are ready or not?
Letter: Make EP a haven for the arts
I believe we can use our strengths, next to the capital city, on the I-195 corridor, 14 miles of coastline, to our advantage to continue building the arts scene here in EP.
Letter: Reason for optimism in a true blue state
Now that the election is over and I’m beginning to come to grips with my anger and sadness over the results of the presidential election, I’m taking solace in a number of things that …
Letter: Why doesn’t the paper print letters on national politics?
Beginning in May of this year, this newspaper has refused to publish letters to the editor about national politics, stating that such letters must focus on local issues and news only. Citizen …