This summer Seekonk had a total ban on outdoor water use. One of the reasons was that the town’s 3 large holding tanks could not maintain adequate water levels needed in the event of a major fire or other disaster.

You know that moment at Thanksgiving dinner when everyone’s stuffed, you’re eyeing another piece of pie and someone announces it’s time to go around the table and share what you’re thankful …

Superintendent Bill Runey’s presentation to the September 22 School Committee meeting raises an important question: If student retention has improved so substantially under his leadership, why does …

Bumble bees Don’t seem to hear, The summer engines That might be near. They gather nectar. They buzz along. As they did before engines Mowed our lawns.

If I ever get dementia, I’d like my family to hang this wish list up on the wall where I live. I want them to remember these things: Every time you enter the room announce yourself. …

The topic of insurance is quite expansive.  This article covers some of the basic considerations and strategies. Life Insurance: There are two key questions to address with life …

“The Legend of Sleepy Hollow”, the famous short story by Washington Irving, was written a little over 200 years ago. “Sleepy Hollow” the movie with Johnny Depp (which I’ve never watched, so …

One would be hard-pressed to find a Rehoboth resident who has never heard of the legendary Red-Headed Hitchhiker of Route 44. Reports of the mysterious figure date back to at least the 1960s and …

My daughter attends Silver Spring Elementary and we live on Silver Spring Avenue. I am writing in regards to a crossing guard at Silver Spring Avenue and Progress Avenue, on school days. We've had …

What happens at the schools during the summer? If you visit any public schools in the country, you will see amazing work being done. Desks are in the hallway. Floors are washed, stripped, waxed, and …

The moon and sun Seemed to speak At sunset. “Please send me your Brightest colors” Asked the moon. “I have so little time” Said the sun. “But here are a …

  I can’t really add much to all the well-deserved tributes paid to the late Dolly Parton, who was certainly a national treasure in so many ways: singer/songwriter, actress and comedienne, …

In last month’s edition of The Reporter , an election update regarding Jessica Beauchaine’s decision to withdraw from her School Committee re-election campaign prompted Beauchaine to provide …

Dear East Providence Community: On behalf of the family of the late Dr. Isadore “Izzy” Ramos, we send our heartfelt appreciation for all the love and sympathy expressed to the Ramos family …

September 11, 2001, or simply “9/11”. I’d bet you are pausing (here) to recall where, and what you were doing that Tuesday This 25th anniversary (for me) some added reflection of a singular day …

A total of $8500 was raised for local charities at the 29th annual John Chalmers Charity Golf Tournament. Sponsored by the East Providence Athletic Club (EPAC), the event had 147 players at Triggs …

A Monarch Circled overhead, Playing before It went to bed. It then went To flowers In pots on The patio. There it grabbed A bedtime snack Before it had to go.

I’m not much of a movie watcher these days, though I won’t let my not actually seeing the new version of “The Odyssey” stop me from commenting on it. My preference is for delightful comedies …

Sign on Route 44 in Rehoboth. Free advertising for Gabriel Wassouf DMD? James Reinbold Rehoboth

For more than four decades, I dedicated my life to public education. As a teacher, principal, instructional supervisor and ultimately Superintendent of Schools, I spent my career helping students, …

Robins hold Majestic pose. In the sanctuary They chose. They hop And dine Then hop once more. Noble, still, steady, sure.

Transitioning into retirement can be exciting and daunting.  Many retirees work with a professional financial advisor to navigate the complexities. The IRS requires that you begin taking distributions from retirement plans at a certain age.  This is known as your Required Minimum Distribution (RMD) age. 

The mountain banjo Called the past. The cows home. Sunset last. It bore a ripple All its own. The farmer knew His seeds were sown. He made it laugh. He made it moan.

OK, I haven’t actually seen any bears, but apparently one black bear was seen in West Warwick and another in North Attleboro recently, so I guess it’s just a matter of time. How are these bears, …

I am writing as a concerned East Providence resident regarding the condition of Crescent Park Beach. I have lived on the bay and have enjoyed walking and spending time at Crescent Park Beach for the …