April 18, 2024
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State House — Sen. Linda Ujifusa and Rep. Michelle E. McGaw are sponsoring legislation to rein in so-called step therapy protocols used by health insurance companies that can delay or prevent … more
East Providence Police Department will be hosting Casting with a Cop, an event that allows officers to interact with the community positively at one of the city's best fishing spots, where there are … more
State House – The Senate today approved legislation sponsored by Sen. Pamela J. Lauria to help ensure that climate change, rising seas and coastal resiliency are considered as the state makes … more
Shaun Whalen is now the new Seekonk Fire Chief. Whalen was appointed by the Select Board at their March 27 meeting. Adam Dalessio, the department’s Administrative Captain, was appointed to … more
A Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School senior was recently named one of 50 outstanding CTE Scholars in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Dennis Correia has been in the Marketing program for four … more
Matt McKinnon has been hired to serve as the Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District’s Director of Athletics and Activities, effective July 1. Superintendent Bill Runey said the decision … more
State House – Sen. Linda Ujifusa and Rep. Teresa Tanzi have introduced two bills to address problems faced by those with mental health or substance abuse problems: lack of parity between mental … more
The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District’s fight for increased state fighting appears to be making progress. “Today, I share that your communications with Representative … more
Seekonk Select Board member Justin Sullivan criticized the Board of Directors of public access channel TV9 Wednesday. Sullivan said TV9’s recent decision to suspend broadcasting, as well … more
On April 26th 2024, the first annual Empty Bowls Benefit Concert will be held in the Seekonk High School cafeteria from 6:30-8pm. The musical concert will feature the Seekonk High School Jazz Band as … more
On April 9, everyone had a great afternoon of learning with the students at Orlo Avenue Elementary School today. Mayor Bob DaSilva joined students and staff to take part in the afterschool … more
In recent months, Rhode Islanders have seen how critical it is to have ready and reliable access to public information. We’ve also been reminded of how frustrating and challenging it can be to … more
State House – The House of Representatives today approved legislation sponsored by House Health and Human Services Committee Chairwoman Susan R. Donovan to help protect children’s health … more
The City of East Providence, like many other municipalities, faces a dire need for affordable housing. Each day my administration is presented with instances of young adults, seniors, veterans, and … more
Position Type: Part Time 10 – 15 hours per week Apply Today Compensation: TBD Stop by in person Location: 514 Winthrop St. Rehoboth RDL Equipment Sales and Services is a locally owned small … more
Boston — Dean of the Massachusetts Senate Marc R. Pacheco (D-Taunton) announces that the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities has awarded a $60,000 grant for the Seekonk Housing … more
Boston – State Representative Steven S. Howitt (R-Seekonk) recently supported legislation that authorizes $375 million in state bond funding to assist cities and towns with the repair and … more
The Seekonk School FY’25 budget was approved by a vote of 3 to 2 at Monday’s school committee meeting. The total budget is $32.7 million, a 3.1 percent increase compared to the current … more
A Pop-Up Beer Can Museum was featured at the American Legion Post 302 on Saturday. Proceeds from the event were designated for the Veterans Fuel Assistance program. Kevin Logan, who operates the … more
Steve Donovan, Principal of Beckwith Middle School, has been named Principal of the Year, and Beckwith teacher Sarah Boutsady has been honored as Teacher of the Year by The Massachusetts Congress of … more
Viewers of TV9, the local access channel which provides coverage of government meetings and other events, shut down its broadcasts on April 1. “Unfortunately, Seekonk Cable Access … more
More than 130 people attended the Community Conversations presented by the Sowams Heritage Area Project at the Seekonk Public Library, in Seekonk, MA on March 26, 2024, and Mt. Hope Farm in Bristol, … more
Looking for a unique adventure this summer without going far from home? Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse have scheduled tours to the historical island light station from June to September. This … more
Hello All ~ The temperature is warming; flowers blooming; birds singing ~ Happy Spring!  March has certainly been crazy busy for the Town Clerk’s Office.  During the month of March, … more
Annual Town Election April 1, 2024. Thanks to the Seekonk residents we had a huge turnout. Eligible voters: 12,051. Total Votes cast 2589   21.48% Precinct 1 … more
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