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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
Commentary: Let’s listen and speak to each other instead of being against our neighbors
The Harvest Moon holds appeal for people from a global range of cultures. We celebrate here at Thanksgiving and like to think we are thanking the indigenous tribes for helping us to prepare the local … more
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Commentary: Put your cell phone away for a minute...enjoy the beauty of nature in the fall
Look up from your cell phone. Please. The sky is on fire. Don’t miss it. Foliage is transitioning to flame and to tangerine and to ochre. These colors, hidden in summer, are becoming visible as … more
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Letter: Like it or not, government fixes things
To the editor: One has to feel for the citizens of the sunshine state, et.al., who have had their lives ripped apart by hurricane Ian this week. At the same time you can only feel distain for … more
Portsmouth’s lead runner was Wake Zani, who ran seventh overall in 18:58.
Gallery: Portsmouth, Tiverton cross country teams
TIVERTON — Teams from LaSalle Academy were the winners of both the boys’ and girls’ Metropolitan Division cross country meet held Monday, Sept. 26, over the 3.1-mile layout on and … more
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Letter: Ending private school caps is a bad idea
To the editor:I would like to commend the East Providence Post for the high degree of editorial bravery displayed in your call to divert a higher amount of tax dollars from the general fund towards … more
Alex Smuk represents RIFAC at a recent event.
RIFAC athletes complete busy summer, start new season
EAST PROVIDENCE — The new month marked a new season for the athletes at the city-bases Rhode Island Fencing Academy, who took part in the Boston Fencing Club sponsored Regional Junior/Cadet … more
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
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
Commentary: Labor Day 2022...America’s workforce is stronger than ever
On Labor Day we honor the achievements of America’s workers, and in 2022 we have a historic victory to celebrate. Our nation’s working people have come all the way back from the depths of … more
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Gallery: 2022 R.I. Folk Fest
EAST PROVIDENCE — The 2022 Rhode Island Folk Festival was held at Larisa Park in Riverside on Sunday, Aug. 28. — East Providence Post and eastbayri.com contributing photographer Tyler … more
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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
Where the East Bike Path repairs are planned in Riverside.
East Bay Bike Path could be impacted by repair projects
PROVIDENCE — Parts of the East Bay Bike Path in Bristol and Riverside could be impacted by repair projects and temporarily close the week of July 18-22 , according to the Rhode Island … more
Tyler Boiani blasts a Parker DeWolf pitch over the centerfield fence to give Portsmouth a 2-1 lead in the first inning. Boiani later scored the winning run on a passed ball.
Portsmouth all-stars edge Bristol-Warren, 3-2,  earn spot in finals
Centerfielder Tyler Boyani belted a two-run homer and scored on a passed ball to lead the Portsmouth 12U all-stars over Bristol-Warren 3-2 in the winner’s bracket quarterfinal on Saturday … more
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Ben Humm hurls a pitch during the team’s game against Riverside on Sunday night. Humm struck out nine, walked one and allowed just four hits and two runs in six innings.
Portsmouth all-stars beat Middletown and Riverside
Great pitching, defense and timely hitting was the formula for Portsmouth Little League 12U all-stars as they shut down Middletown 5-1 at Aquidneck Field on Saturday and thwarted Riverside 5-2 at … more
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RISPCA assists in saving 40 beagles from research facility
EAST PROVIDENCE — The Rhode Island SPCA is scheduled to receive a transport of 40 beagles (15 puppies and 25 adults) today from the Humane Society of the United States. The beagles were … more
Mt. Hope junior pitcher Reily Amaral struck out 11 and allowed just three hits, a walk and four runs in seven innings of work. 
Mt. Hope softball clinches division title
The Mt. Hope softball team  clinched the Division II South title as they out slugged Portsmouth 8-4 during a home game on Tuesday afternoon. The Huskies are 16-0 in league play with one game … more
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Marcus Bostic of East Providence chips out of the bunker at the fifth green.
Gallery: 2022 East Division golf playoff match
PORTSMOUTH — Portsmouth High School was the far-and-away winner of the East Division golf playoff match held over its home layout of Green Valley Country Club Monday afternoon, May 23, as the … more
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The East Main Road improvements would include one roundabout installed at the Turnpike Avenue intersection in front of Clements’ Marketplace.
In Portsmouth: East Main suddenly on fast track for resurfacing
PORTSMOUTH — Well, here’s some good news to start off 2022: The long-awaited resurfacing of beat-up East Main Road may start much sooner than anyone had expected. The town … more
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Aerial view shows location of a proposed 3.16-megawatt, direct-current (DC) ground-mounted solar photovoltaic (PV) development on property less than a 10th of a mile north of Russo Road on the east side of West Main Road.
Portsmouth solar facility denied — but will get a second chance
PORTSMOUTH — In a highly unusual move last week, the Planning Board voted to deny a proposal for a controversial, large-scale ground-mounted solar facility along West Main Road, only to … more
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AJ Amaio (left) a senior member of the Portsmouth High School Marching Band, personally thanks Army veteran George Cushman, 90, for his service during a Veterans Day tribute at Thriving Tree Coffee House on Thursday, Nov. 11. Cushman, who regrets having stopped playing piano when he joined the military many years ago, urged band members to always keep playing music throughout their lives.
In Portsmouth: ‘This is one Veterans Day I will never forget’
PORTSMOUTH — George Cushman was pumped up. The 90-year-old Army veteran shook his fist and waved other veterans over to join him in front of the Portsmouth High School Marching Band before … more
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Rear Admiral Shoshana S. Chatfield, the president of the Naval War College in Newport, was the keynote speaker at Thursday’s Veterans Day ceremony at Portsmouth Town Hall. She said Rose Sherbune Clancy, the first woman from Rhode Island to enlist in the military (during World War I), opened the doors for many other women like herself who wanted to serve their country.
Portsmouth: Women take center stage at Veterans Day ceremony
PORTSMOUTH — Rear Adm. Shoshana S. Chatfield is the first woman to ever become president of the Naval War College in Newport. Yet she may never have achieved that distinction, she said … more
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A section of the U.S. Navy’s solar facility on West Main Road as it appears from the west end of Mill Lane. Many residents are worried that similar-looking, large-scale facilities will keep popping up around town. This development did not require town oversight, however, so it did not need to conform to minimum setbacks or buffers to appease abutters.
In Portsmouth: Larger solar arrays barred from residential zones
PORTSMOUTH — After a three-hour hearing in which 16 residents testified in favor of changes to Portsmouth’s current solar ordinance, the Town Council Monday night voted unanimously to … more
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A town worker looks over the lower portion of Fairview Lane after the street collapsed early Thursday morning.
Crew continues repair work on collapsed Portsmouth road
PORTSMOUTH — Work crews remained busy Thursday afternoon in hopes of reopening access for many people who live off the east end of Fairview Lane, which partially collapsed due to the heavy … more
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Steven Peterson, executive director for Be Great for Nate, and Anna Conheeny, a senior member of Every Student Initiative (ESI), recognize a bidder during the live auction at the Be Great for Nate Fundraising Gala at Ochre Court in Newport.
Words of love and hope — all in Nate’s memory
During a difficult transition to eighth grade more than four years ago, Hailey Pratt said she struggled with making friends. Her confidence waned, and she couldn’t figure out where she belonged … more
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