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On Friday January 6th, 11 members of the East Providence Youth Council (EPYC) became the inaugural support group for EPYC’s nationally recognized chapter for The Bandana Project. The East …
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1/9/23
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Seekonk residents were surprised to see increases in their property tax bills. Some voiced their frustrations on social media.
“We need some fiscal responsibility here,” said Barbara …
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By Joe Siegel
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1/15/24
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State House – House Majority Whip Katherine S. Kazarian (D-Dist. 63, East Providence, Pawtucket) has introduced a bill (2023-H 5206) that would ban heavy commercial trucks from traveling on …
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2/9/23
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Town Administrator Shawn Cadime said the Seekonk Fire Department is well staffed. Cadime said Wednesday the department has a new Chief (Sandra Lowery), a new Secretary, and two new Captains.
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By Joe Siegel
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9/21/23
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East Providence, R.I. (November 30, 2023): An East Providence nonprofit nursing home is working hard to prevent displacing its 70 residents and 150+ staff members. Linn Health & Rehabilitation, …
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12/1/23
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Hunger is largely an invisible problem. Unless you experience hunger yourself, or volunteer at a food pantry or meal site and see the long lines of people seeking help, it’s hidden from view. …
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1/15/24
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The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District is facing the prospect of 21 employee reductions as part of the FY’ 2025 Budget. 14 of those 21 positions are teachers. The reductions will likely …
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By Joe Siegel
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3/18/24
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Forand Chosen as New Schools Superintendent of SchoolsLocal resident Dr. Sandra Forand was promoted from Assistant Superintendent of Schools to Superintendent. Forand is replacing current …
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Contributions from Bob Rodericks …
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5/5/22
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Seekonk Police Chief Dean Isabella was placed on administrative leave by Town Administrator Shawn Cadime on January 6.
Isabella was appointed by the Board of Selectmen in November 2020. He …
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by Joe Siegel
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1/10/23
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Ashley Pires has been hired as the new Town Accountant by the Board of Selectmen. Pires previously served as the City Auditor for Fall River, the Budget and Finance Analyst for the town of …
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By Joe Siegel
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1/10/23
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Boston – State Representative Steven S. Howitt (R-Seekonk) is backing efforts to crack down on “revenge porn” by supporting legislation that imposes strong penalties for sharing …
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1/15/24
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As part of its commitment to serving the needs of the community, the Seekonk Public Library announces the launch of its annual Community Survey. The survey aims to gather valuable insights from …
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4/23/24
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June is a great month for new beginnings, the buds on the trees are finally blooming, folks are planting flower and vegetable gardens and of course summer begins on June 21. Don’t forget to fly …
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by Florice Craig
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6/6/22
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State House — The General Assembly has approved legislation introduced by Majority Floor Manager John G. Edwards (D-Dist. 70, Tiverton, Portsmouth) and Sen. Tiara Mack (D-Dist. 6, Providence) …
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7/4/22
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The meal site at Good Neighbors in Riverside is now open Monday through Friday from 9:00am until 1:00pm (except holidays), offering a warm and inviting place to spend some time and enjoy good food. A …
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9/16/22
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Hello All ~ Happy July. I can’t believe we are more than half way through 2023. I also can’t believe ten full years have passed since I became your Town Clerk. I have to …
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by Laura Schwall
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7/6/23
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Hello All – I hope you all had a most enjoyable Memorial Day. I would like to take a moment to pause and remember all the brave men and women, and their families, who have made the …
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by Laura Schwall
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6/6/22
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State House — The General Assembly has approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Michelle E. McGaw and Sen. Kendra Anderson to give car buyers more time to transfer their registrations. The bill ( …
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7/4/22
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Boston – State Representative Steven Howitt (R-Seekonk) recently voted to support legislation promoting equity in the state’s cannabis industry and clarifying the parameters of host …
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8/8/22
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I hope this finds you all safe and well and settling into your Fall routines. We continue to be happily busy with our health and wellness activities here THE Public Health Nurses’ Office @ 27 …
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9/16/22
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East Providence, RI – The City of East Providence has continued its investment in the East Providence police station through a number of different improvements building upon a long list of upgrades …
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6/4/23
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Summer is officially here. I hope everyone had a great Fourth of July.
The Clerk’s office is still busy processing the census postcard mailing to residents who did not answer the census …
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by Florice Craig
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7/6/23
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Dighton-Rehoboth School Superintendent Bill Runey unveiled plans for the district’s future at the school committee meeting’s January 9 meeting. One project is a new elementary …
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By Joe Siegel
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1/15/24
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On April 16, 2024 the Seekonk Land Conservation Trust (SLCT) held its Annual Meeting at the Seekonk Public Library. The event was well attended by over 35 people who attentively listened as Tom Webb, …
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4/24/24
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Stow - State Fire Marshal Peter J. Ostroskey and Deputy State Fire Marshal Maribel Fournier, acting director of the Massachusetts Firefighting Academy (MFA), announced the graduation of 35 recruits …
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6/6/22
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