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East Providence seeks artists for its ‘Beautility Box Mural Program’ program similar to ones done in the likes of Providence.
East Providence seeks artists for ‘Beautility Box' Mural Program
EAST PROVIDENCE — The City of East Providence Department of Planning and Economic Development, in partnership with the East Providence Arts Council, is calling on artists to submit design … more
Tiverton school superintendet Peter Sanchioni has warned that the district may have to close the Fort Barton School, or lay off dozens of positions, as it navigates a fiscal crisis. Though the town council approved a tentative budget earlier this month, there is no clarity yet on the school's future. That could come next Tuesday when the school board meets to discuss the budget.
Tiverton taxes set to rise just over 3 percent
Tiverton property taxes are expected to rise just over three percent under a $58.6 million budget tentatively approved Saturday. Though it must be approved by the state before being formally … more
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The Class of 2024 graduates from the Providence Country Day School in East Providence.
Providence Country Day School celebrates Class of 2024
EAST PROVIDENCE — The weather was perfect Wednesday, June 12, during commencement for the graduates in the Senior Class of 2024 at Providence Country Day, who were recognized for their … more
New MetLinks officially opens for play on June 27
EAST PROVIDENCE — MetLinks, the nine-hole re-envisioned former front side of the defunct Metacomet Country Club, will officially open to the public on Thursday, June 27. The first tee time … more
Heather Williams works behind the pond, which features a small brook. A local artist donated the metal ladybug artwork in 2008.
Reclaiming a piece of greenery at Portsmouth High School
PORTSMOUTH — It’s an oasis you can’t even see from the school’s parking lot.   But for many Portsmouth High School students — especially seniors … more
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The Bay View Class of 2024.
Senior class of 50 graduates from St. Mary Academy-Bay View
St. Mary Academy-Bay View celebrated its 148th commencement as 50 young women from across Rhode Island and Southeast Massachusetts received their diplomas as members of the Class of 2024 at the … more
Josef Bobola (middle) and his classmates receive congrats after receiving their diplomas.
Little Compton students bid farewell
Twenty-two eighth graders at Wilbur & McMahon Schools graduated last week, cheered on by proud families, friends, and loved ones. Although the class is small, the strong and affectionate bond … more
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Portsmouth High School names its Top 10 students
They’re members of multiple honor societies, academic clubs, volunteer groups, athletic teams, and have excelled both inside and outside the classroom at Portsmouth High School. Here are the … more
Rhode Island legislators Representatives Jason Knight, Justine A. Caldwell and Jennifer Boylan (from left to right) attended a White House State Legislative Convening on Gun Violence Prevention on Dec. 13. Knight and Boylan represent East Bay communities.
East Bay legislators lead the way on gun violence prevention bills
One bill that gun violence prevention advocates claim as their biggest success during this year's session, and two more bills intended to close 'gaps' in existing law, have all been put forth by an East Bay representative or Senator. more
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Graphic designer Erin Kinnane and her son, August Chase, a student at Wilbur & McMahon School, pose with the sign Erin designed for the "Love is Love" initiative in recognition of Pride Month. Love Wins Coastal has organized the initiative, which encourages residents to place the signs in their yards throughout the month of June.
Little Compton: U.S. flags only at Town Hall
The Little Compton Town Council last week approved a policy allowing only the American flag to be flown at town hall, settling for now a controversial issue that elicits strong reactions from … more
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Sand tiger shark washes ashore in Little Compton
A walker at Tappen’s Beach in Little Compton made a rare find this week — a deceased sand tiger shark. The species is considered critically endangered, and resident Peter Tirpaeck reached … more
Their work for the day done, graduating seniors toss their mortarboards into the air at the end of Friday's commencement.
Tiverton grads: 'You'll do great things'
Under a perfect blue sky Friday night, the members of Tiverton High School’s Class of 2024 were encouraged by commencement speakers to look back with pride on their four years of high school … more
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Members of the Class of 2024 walk away from Portsmouth High School one last time as they make their way to the athletic field to begin commencement exercises Friday night.
‘Embrace the unexpected with an open heart’
PORTSMOUTH — Olivia Chaves said she values “cohesion, efficiency, and structure” as a classroom English teacher at Portsmouth High School. more
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Legislation requiring safe firearms storage passes full General Assembly
PROVIDENCE — With final votes in the Senate, Thursday night, June 6, the General Assembly has approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Justine Caldwell and Sen. Pamela J. Lauria to require safe … more
Assembly passes e-bike regulations – Yes to some, no to others
PROVIDENCE — The General Assembly voted on Thursday, June 6, to approve legislation from East Bay Rep. Jennifer Boylan and Sen. Dawn Euer to expand the legal use of electric bicycles in Rhode … more
A plan to establish a small oyster farm at Seapowet bridge has run into sharp opposition in Tiverton.
Tiverton oyster farm may end up derailed as House passes Seapowet bill
The House of Representatives has passed legislation that, if passed by the Senate and signed into law by the governor, could spell the end of a plan to develop a small oyster farm at the Sapowet … more
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RIPTA will not move forward with service reductions
PROVIDENCE — The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority, RIPTA, will not move forward with previously proposed service reductions, which were scheduled to go into effect on Saturday, June 15, as … more
Portsmouth High’s Sean Wilkey spikes the ball through the arms of a Tolman defender during Tuesday night’s Division III semifinal matchup. The Patriots lost, 3-1.
Portsmouth eliminated in D-3 boys’ volleyball semis
PORTSMOUTH — In just its second season of competitive play, the Portsmouth High School boys’ volleyball team made it all the way to the Division III semifinals. more
Steven Peterson (center) as he appeared in Newport Superior Court on Tuesday. The former executive director of Be Great for Nate was found not guilty of a charge of indecent solicitation of a minor on Wednesday.
Peterson found not guilty of indecent solicitation of a minor
PORTSMOUTH — A jury of seven women and five men found former Be Great for Nate (BG4N) Executive Director Steven Peterson not guilty of indecent solicitation of a minor just a few hours after … more
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Meet Tiverton's Trash Queen
Although she marked her 76th birthday earlier this year, Joyce Andrews — known locally as the “Trash Queen” of Tiverton — has no plans to retire or relinquish her crown … more
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Defendant Steven Peterson, the former executive director of Be Great for Nate, listens to testimony in Newport Superior Court on Tuesday.
State rests case against former Be Great for Nate director, awaiting verdict
“Stop asking me about my dick.” That’s what a 15-year-old boy attending Portsmouth High School said to his mentor and 26-year-old neighbor, Steven Peterson, during a late-night … more
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Westport motorcyclist killed in Tiverton accident
Westport is mourning the loss of a well-known resident killed in a motorcycle accident on Route 24 Sunday evening. Michael Lees, 27, the owner of Lees Landscaping and Excavation LLC, died Sunday … more
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Portsmouth High’s Gyselle Mairs contains a La Salle opponent along the sideline during last week’s semifinal Division I lacrosse matchup.
Portsmouth edged by Rams, 14-13, in semifinal heartbreaker
PORTSMOUTH — It couldn’t have been any closer. The Portsmouth High girls’ lacrosse team battled as hard as they could, but La Salle scored just one more goal to win an epic … more
Portsmouth High’s Aiden Chen won the gold in the high jump during the Rhode Island State Track and Field Championships at Conley Stadium in Providence on Saturday. He was the only competitor to clear 6 feet, 4 inches on his first attempt.
Portsmouth's Chen, Gray champions at R.I. track meet
PORTSMOUTH — The Rhode Island track and field championships at Conley Stadium in Providence Saturday featured some outstanding performances from Portsmouth High School athletes. Aiden … more
Portsmouth High’s Megan Malone connects with the first pitch of the game while battling Ponaganset during the Division II winners’ bracket final on Sunday at Rhode Island College.
Ponaganset cools off red-hot Portsmouth softball team
PORTSMOUTH — The Portsmouth High softball team won seven in a row before entering the Division II state championship tournament.   Then they won two more, as the No. 5-seeded Patriots … more
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