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East Providence News Briefs

By Bob Rodericks

City Manager to Hire “Social Networker”

Acting City Manager, Paul Lemont has been authorized (unofficially) by the city council to hire a $35 to $40,000 per year social media position to help “show people the good things we are doing here.” City Chief Information Officer, Kelly Ahrens told the city council in August that “...our website is outdated and not modern. We (the city) don’t post anything that’s going on. Our web site has no content,” Ahrens continued.

Ahrens said that the city is rolling out a new web site which will help get the city into the “next era.” “We need a social media position in place to disclose city issues and help people find information easier,” she added.

Ahrens and the council plan on doing this by hiring a person to conduct social networking. “This will help with economic development. People and businesses find out about our city by what’s on our web pages,” said Ahrens. “We need to promote ourselves and have on line contacts with developers.

This is how people find out about us, by twitter, Facebook, mobile apps, it’s the 21st century,” said Ahrens. Ward 4 council member Chrissy Rossi made a motion, seconded

by Ward 3 councilman Tom Rose, to have the city manager advertise and hire a person. However, Mayor Jim Briden preferred to have the legal department check out the process first and balked at a council vote.

“This should be subject to review of the legal department,” said Briden. “I would like my motion to stand and be voted on,” insisted Rossi but Lemont interjected and said he would get it done. “You don’t need a vote,” said Lemont. “I’ll just hire someone and get it done. You have my word,” he told Rossi and the other councilors. Indeed the city posted a notice on its’ web page for an ‘Online Content Developer’ with a salary range of $36,000 - $43,000. The new employee will work “under the general supervision of the Chief Information Officer of the IT Division and create and posts content for the City of East Providence’s website and social media endeavors...” The job description can be found in its’ entirety on the city’s web site http://www.eastprovidence.com.

School Department Also Hiring

The school department has shifted some personnel and hired people in a few administrative changes. Former Riverside Middle school principal, Stephen Prew, will

be the Director of a new program called the Accelerated Learning Community (ALC) based at East Providence High School. The program will work with a small number of students deemed at-risk for school failure.

This new program is designed to improve graduation rates, affected significantly by the system’s drop-out rate, according to school committee chairman Joel Monteiro.

“While our students’ test scores continue to do well, the graduation rate hurts our ranking with RIDE, and we would like to improve this. More importantly, we would like to see these students stay in school so that they can have more options in their future,” said Monteiro. Prew will be assisted by Mr. David Britto. Britto is a former long time elementary school principal in the district who is returning from a sabbatical leave. “This will take some flexibility and drive from these two individuals to administer a successful program,” added Monteiro.

The city’s two middle schools, Martin and Riverside, will be facing some demographic and personnel changes also. “Our middle schools are now back to similar district lines as in the past, allowing us to have more students stay in their neighborhoods, and stay with their classmates,” said Chairman Monteiro. “This is a work in progress, but I’m hopeful that we will gradually get things in the best possible alignment. There is no perfect solution, but we can work to achieve the most feasible,” he said. There will be some administrative shuffling also.

Dr. Cheri Guerra, formerly the Assistant Principle at Martin Middle School, is not the Principal at Riverside Middle School.

Mrs. Elaine Allen, formerly the Principal at Oldham Elementary, is not the Assistant Principal at Martin. “Both of these professionals have had positive impacts on our children, and we expect to see more good things from them in their new roles,” said Monteiro.

Orlo and Oldham elementary schools will also see new leadership. Mrs. Yanaiza Gallant is the newly hired principal at Orlo, replacing long time city principal Cheryl Gibbs. Mrs. Donna Peluso is the new Oldham school principal. “Both of these schools and communities have shown great spirit in the past, and have opened their arms to welcome these two new school leaders. We all look forward to seeing great things continue to come out of these schools as well,” added Monteiro.

The adding of new principals while retaining administrators Prew, Britto and Gibbs would appear to add to the admin-

istrative budget. It is not clear if positions were posted and advertised with interviews or if appointments were made without doing so. “All of this has happened in a fairly short period of time, while construction projects continue to go on. As I stated, there have many things that we will all be adjusting to.

In my opinion, this is very good. Progress begins with movement. We need to maintain our momentum, stay agile, flexible, and persistent to achieve our goals,” said Chairman Monteiro in an interview with the Reporter. “So with your support, the School Committee is excited to kick off another school year, and is committed to doing our very best on behalf of our students and tax payers. We appreciate the suggestions and feedback along the way. If the children are supported at home, and then at school, they will be poised for success,” added Monteiro.

Acting City Manager to Stay Beyond Election Day

When he returned to the city as an interim city manager to replace fired manager Peter Graczykowski, Paul Lemont made no continued on next page...

Inside This Issue Births................................53 Business Directory...................62 Classifieds......................... 61 Clubs & Museums...............24 Dining Guide........................40 E.P. Chamber of Commerce.....55 E.P. Parks and Rec. Dept......13 Events & Activities...............29 How You Can Help.................46 Letters to the Editor...................5 Library..................................44 News Briefs............................3 Obituaries..........................60 People....................................15 School...............................49 Scouts...............................42 Senior Center News...............56 Sports.................................37 Town News.......................11

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secret that he would like the job on a permanent basis. That was back in November of 2013. Lemont had previously served as manager for 14 years before not being renewed. “I’m looking forward to getting this city back in shape,” Lemont told the city council some 10-11 months ago. He will be here a little longer. At the recent August meeting, a frequent lemon critic, councilor Chrissy Rossi, Ward 4, made a motion to abandon any search for a new city manager until after the November election. “I would like to see us wait this out and let the new council decide on who they want for city manager,” said Rossi. “It’s not fair to strap a new council with someone they didn’t vote for,” Rossi added. “I think it would be best to wait. We are approaching the end of the year and budget time and we should not pursue recruitment (for a new city manager) at this time,” said outgoing Mayor Jim Briden. The council unanimously voted to “discontinue” any search plans for a new manager and keep Lemont for now.

Football Legend “Beansie” Honored by Council

William Stringfellow, the Rhode Island and East Providence football icon, was honored by the city council in August by having the football press box named for him and his wife, Sheila. Unknown to legions of younger Townie sports fans, Bill Stringfellow was regularly known by his nickname, “Beansie”. Stringfellow taught in East Providence for 36 years and became a legendary football coach and athletic director. He has received numerous awards throughout the state and is a member of the East Providence High School Hall of Fame, the R.I. Football coaches Hall of Fame, the GridIron Hall of Fame and the Hendricken Hall of Fame. He graduated from EPHS in 1945, playing football and wrestling as well as a Townie band member. Stringfellow is an Army veteran and began teaching at Central Junior High (now Martin). Known as an old-school tough guy coach, he was beloved by his students and players. He was East Providence’s first city recreation director, in a part time post for some 14 years.

When he retired from EPHS, he was hired

by Hendricken to coach freshmen football for 10 years. However, whenever EP is playing football, one will always find him, along with the Stringfellow clan, sitting in the EP home stands in the same seats every year.

To this day the tradition continues of former football players stopping by the Stringfellow home for some of Sheila’s apple pie on Thanksgiving Day before the big game.

Bill and Sheila Stringfellow have 7 children and 23 grandchildren. The press box will be officially dedicated to the Stringfellows during an upcoming October football game.

OddFellows in East Providence?

The building has been vacant for a while (it is believed that all indigent odd-fellows are gone) and there are gaping wall and ceiling holes throughout. The council hasn’t totally dismissed the idea yet of looking for a buyer or developer. Ward 2 councilman Helder Cunha wondered about offering an interested party tax credits to restore the historical building. “Are there other answers, can we advertise,” asked Cunha. Stay tuned to this odd situation.

School Committee Report Ferreira Not Happy

Oddfellows home on Warren Avenue.

It may seem obvious that there would be no shortage of odd fellows or odd persons in the city if one were to seek nominations for such. But guffaws aside, there really is a facility in the city for the former purpose of housing “indigent odd fellows.” According to the RI Historical Society, The Odd Fellows’ Home Association of Rhode Island was founded in 1903 to manage a retirement home for indigent Odd Fellows.

The Independent Order of Odd Fellows didn’t cut corners when they built a new meeting hall to accommodate their growing brotherhood in the 1880s. They hired leading Providence architectural firm Gould & Angell to design the new building in the then-fashionable Shingle style and gave it an ample 8,300 square feet of interior space.

For a location they chose the bustling center of 19th-century East Providence, the riverfront western end of Warren Avenue known as Watchemoket Square. The building at 63-65 Warren Ave. would serve as the Odd Fellows’ Rhode Island headquarters for 82 years, but eventually the influence of both the fraternal organization and their neighborhood would wane.

By the 1960s, American culture had changed and the construction of Interstate 195 had leveled half of Watchemoket Square, leaving the remainder a backwater under the shadow of highway ramps (Providence Business News Archives, Wikopedia). Built in 1889 and now listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Odd Fellows Hall is valued at $179,500, according to assessor records. One problem - it’s falling apart. City Manager told the council that the roof leaks so bad that “workers can’t and won’t get up there to fix it”. “It’s getting worse by the day,” said Lemont who showed little interest in spending money to fix it. “The entire renovation, to bring the place up to code, could cost as much as $2M,” said Lemont. “In the meantime we are fixing an overhang roof at the high school entrance, the library roof, Pierce Field pressbox (baseball) which is rotting, and other needy projects,” outlined Lemont.

School committee member, Anthony Ferreira gives an update on school issues every month to the city council. Ferreira was unhappy in August. Ferreira gave a rambling and wide range critique of unmet school department deadlines as he saw them. “You (city council) had some good news, I don’t know what happened on our side,” Ferreira jibed. “750 kids can’t play soccer because we didn’t do the fields behind the high school. AYSO needs fields.

We tore down old tennis courts 14 months ago to make soccer fields, but it didn’t happen. We dropped the ball on soccer,” Ferreira said.

“We have traffic problems at Orlo. I’ve never been contacted on what the answer is. Also chalk boards were to become dry erase boards. We never heard. Oh and the Science lab will not open on time at the high school. Will someone ask the Superintendent what is going on?” Ferreira said.

Tom Rose and Helder Cunha said that soccer field needs are being addresses most likely at the Kent Field athletic park and area as well as other locations including the high school.

School committee chairman, Joel Monteiro believes that the science lab will be done in time. “We’re close and are just waiting to hear soon. It was a major rehab job and will be a great asset.”

EP School Lunch Notes:

Beginning in September 2014, the East Providence School Department and the school’s food service provider, Chartwells, will no longer allow balances on student lunch accounts to exceed $10.00.Once an account reaches $10.00, a student will receive an alternate lunch, if they qualify for free or reduced lunch, consisting of a whole grain sandwich, fruit, vegetable and milk.

There will still be a charge of $2.75 for this alternate lunch.

School Lunch Prices:

Elementary: $2.50 Reduced: 40¢ Adult: $3.50 ; Middle School: $2.75 Reduced Meal: 40¢ Milk: 55¢ Adult: $3.50; High School: $2.75 Reduced Meal: 40¢ Milk: 55¢ Adult: $3.50. Check with your school office to see if you qualify for free or reduced lunch.

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Well my new combined water/sewer bill from the City of East Providence has arrived, And just as I had warned in previous letters, the water portion has more than doubled from what it would have been prior to the latest rate increase authorized by out City Council. Under the old rate my water bill would have been $31.66. Under the new rates, described by our City Manager as a “moderate increase”, it is $66.47. That is more than double what it would have been.

“Moderate increase” you say?? I think not.

I am afraid that many water users may miss this because the water bill is included with the already exorbitant sewer bill, so the water increase might easily be overlooked.

Pay attention City of East Providence residents. Look at your latest “Utility Bill” from the City and compare the water charges only. You have been had. Complain to your City Council.

Robert Amman East Providence, RI 02914

Why Go Backwards?

As voters in the City of East Providence, we find it appalling that there would be any consideration to having Pawtucket water as our mainstay for water supply.. To think that finances should play a role in the water quality and quality of everyday life is ridiculous.

The water we consume, from toddlers to the elderly, is essential to our well-being.

Health care tells us to consume eight glasses of water a day. Are we to ingest this inferior water at the risk of our health?

The water supply we have now is excellent. Why go backwards?

We would certainly not support anyone who would stand by and allow this plan to move forward.

Michaela Burke Rumford, RI 02916

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Now is such an important time for our city. Some in our Democratic Committee will continue to cause division. For them, division is the key. They would love to keep us “in the dark developing film.”

Don’t feel that that is a safer place to be. It never proves to be. NOW is the time for all the wards to unite in a very strong way. Don’t be discouraged. Anything worth something will always produce a good fight. It only means that there is a good message to be heard, that some would prefer for you not to hear. We want to thank those that have continued to support his message. We are Strong Riverside!!

Some candidates don’t feel that they need to do the work for themselves. They feel they are above the people. Some haven’t even acquired their own signatures to get on the ballot. It actually undermines the people. Who will their allegiance be to, I wonder.

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We are quite capable of making the right decisions. That’s why you must invoke what you want with your VOTING voices. That’s where the power is yours. Who will work for you? Who do you trust that can build a strong relationship with the elected council to unite our city? Who do you believe in? Don’t fall for the illusions from those that talk each other proud, where they have created the ruse that your opinion really matters. They would love to keep you disconnected from the reality of it. Let our unity be their new reality. Unfortunately, they just want their power in the control seat.

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through Opportunity Knocks. It was the first official “mission” of the group and it was a huge success.

The Solitro effort intended to surprise the Brown family with clothes and toys for little Maddox. On August 16th, the gifts were delivered to Maddox Brown and his family. It was an overwhelming joy to deliver the Brown family a little piece of generosity as they begin to put their lives back together. This was such a very special first mission for OpportUNITY Knocks and we couldn’t have done it without the help of everyone out there,” said a very happy and emotional Mike Solitro. One of Solitro’s more poignant moments came

More and more Townies have stepped to the plate to help their fellow citizens in need. The Reporter has chronicled John Carnevale, Kevin Robinson (KRob), Carl Sweeney (Faith & Hope Charities) and others for their unselfish acts of charity. There is also East Providence teacher and coach Michael Solitro and his “Opportunity Knocks” non-profit charity. Solitro and Joseph DeRita, along with others have newly formed this charity to help those like three year old Maddox Brown. “This handsome three year old, and his beautiful family have lost everything due to a recent fire in their Fall River home. We are asking all of you to take this OpportUNITY to help this young boy and his family,” asked Solitro

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The Peoples Candidate

Brian Faria

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I would like to share that it has been an inspiring experience meeting so many of you face to face, from the tip of Riverside to the Terrace, in my journey for councilman.

I first decided to run to represent the entire community of Riverside. Also, important in this decision, I felt that by running, it insured that there would be, in fact, an election for our community to participate in. This would, in turn, force the candidates to participate, instead of making "back door deals for seats".

Although I am running as a democrat, I'm running without any endorsements, political ties, or invested interests. Aside from a few donations from friends and families, I have personally funded my campaign. My allegiances are solely to the people of ward 4. This is not about me, it's about all of us.

I've noticed in past years, that most candidates that run for public office, speak in generalities. Well, we all know what the problems really are in ward 4. There is no generality to speak of. We need to address the problem at hand, before we can look beyond the horizon. The political agenda has to cease and desist. We need to come together, unite as one, and as candidates, we must stop worrying about the power and our own self ambitions. Some have gotten so caught up in their own imaginings, they feel they are above the people, clearly undermining your vote.

It's time to bring a sense of community back to Riverside. That position could only stand firmly on the fact that we are united to do so. It may only be possible to change some things one step at a time, but this would be giant leap as far as representing unity. The attacks from the opposition to unity are proof that they believe we can achieve it.

Lastly, I would like to acknowledge the patience and efforts that I have received from my family for this upcoming primary.

We have two daughters, Mia, who just turned ten, and Rachelle who is left for college. Both have sacrificed their summer to help with this campaign, walking and knocking on doors along-side their father, bringing me much support. Also, my wife, Melissa has been a sure strength and continual encouragement. I am a firm believer that behind every good man is a strong woman. My family compels me to help our present community to make it better for the future community.

I humbly ask for your consideration September 9, 2014.

Brian Faria Candidate Ward 4, City Council

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East Providence Town News EP Police Dept. Promotions

City Manager Paul Lemont announced the following promotions in the East Providence Police Department: Promoted To Deputy Chief (Major) – William Nebus Promoted to Captain – Michael David Promoted to Lieutenant – Christopher Francesconi Promoted to Sergeant – Andy Benoit Lemont noted that these promotions will strengthen the Department and help set the course for a number of years.

East Providence Prevention Coalition

Responsible Beverage Service Trainings Offered Locally The East Providence Prevention Coalition (EPPC) has trained over 350 participants locally, in the 21 Proof Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) curriculum. 21 Proof is an evidence based, state approved Responsible Beverage Service Training for anyone who serves alcoholic beverages in a pouring or non-pouring establishment. All staff including cashiers, wait staff, door personnel, valet staff and owners/mangers must be RBS Certified through a four-hour training, and recertified every three years, according to RI state law and/or East Providence ordinance. Upon being hired, the server/seller has 60 days to be certified.

In an attempt to offer this training locally and affordably, the EPPC is hosting three RBS trainings in the next year at a nominal fee of $25 per participant. All trainings take place at East Providence City Hall, located at 145 Taunton Avenue, East Providence RI, in room 306 from 9:00am-1:00pm. Training dates are as follows: Tuesday September 23, 2014 Tuesday February 10, 2015 Tuesday June 2, 2015 During the 21 Proof RBS training, staff will learn identification checking, laws, assessing customer intoxication levels, skills for handling customers and refusing sales. Upon successful completion, staff will receive training manuals and required certification.

Participants do not have to be East Providence residents, however they do have to work or want to work in a Rhode Island establishment. For more information or to sign up for a training contact the EPPC at 401-435-1923 or email jwall@cityofeastprov.com.

FALL NEEDS FOR TAPIN

TAPIN (Touch A Person In Need) serving clients in the East Bay area is currently trying to fill the need for back-to-school clothing and backpacks.

New or gently worn seasonally appropriate clothing up to size 16 will be very welcome. New socks and underwear would be a special help to clients whose budgets are already stretched thin. Due to space constriction donors are asked to please hold on to winter clothes for another month or so.

Both children and their parents always look forward to backpacks and supplies for them. In the past we have had some generous donors who have helped, but it would be wonderful to have to more to give out.

Another very helpful way to contribute to the back-to-school program would be with the donation of snacks and juice boxes.

Once again, the housewares closet is in need of sheets in all sizes, but particularly full/queen and king. The towel shelves are empty except for a few hand size.

TAPIN is located in the lower level of the Library building on County Rd in Barrington. Donations may be dropped off from 9 to noon, Mon thru Fri or please call 247-1444 during those hours for further information or check the website: tapinri.com.

Christopher Parella Named Chief of Police

Today, August 1, 2014, City Manager Paul E. Lemont named Christopher Parella as the Chief of the East Providence Police Department effective August 3, 2014. “I take great pride in this appointment as I selected him to be a Patrolman in 1990,” noted Lemont adding that Parella along with his peers were advised that “someday, one of you can be Chief.”

Parella, a city resident, is a graduate of Roger Williams University and Bridgewater State. He is married to Nancy J. Parella and has two daughters, Kaitlin Elizabeth and Victoria Paige who are respectively a second year law student at Illinois Kent and Clemson University.

In his 24 year career, Parella has served in most divisions of the Department and has numerous awards and commendations for his service.

“I am honored that the City Manager has the confidence in me to lead this Department at this crucial time and I pledge to restore this department to its once vaunted position.” Parella stated, adding that “we have a Department of outstanding men and women who serve the public in a distinguished manner.”

Parella is a resident of East Providence who has been involved in many activities since being selected to the Department. “I expect to live here and contribute to the betterment of our City for many years to come” he noted, adding that he is proud to be a townie.

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Tuesday September 23, 2014 Tuesday February 10, 2015 Tuesday June 2, 2015 The 21 Proof Training is an evidence based, state approved, Responsible Beverage Service Training. Staff will learn ID checking, laws, assessing customer intoxication levels, skills for handling customers and refusing sales.

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DIST. 1 14 63 1 14 63 2 14 63 1 18 63 1 18 63 2 18 63 3 18 63 2 14 64 2 14 64 3 14 64 3 14 65 3 18 65 4 18 65 4 18 65 4 32 65 4 18 66 4 32 66

POLLING PLACE VOTE DIST. 1001 Francis School, 64 Bourne Ave. 1002 City View Manor, 99 Goldsmith Ave. 1003 Whiteknact School, 261 Grosvenor Ave. 1004 Rumford Towers, 95 Newman Ave. 1005 Francis School, 64 Bourne Ave. 1006 East Prov. High School, 2000 Pawtucket Ave. 1007 St. Martha’s Church Hall, 2595 Pawtucket Ave. 1008 St. Francis Church Hall 81 N. Carpenter St. 1009 Hennessey School, 75 Fort St. 1010 Martin Middle School, 111 Brown St. 1011 Kent Heights School, 2680 Pawtucket Ave. 1012 Riverside Congregational, 295 Bullocks Pt. Ave. 1013 Harbor View Manor, 3663 Pawtucket Ave. 1014 Riverside Library, 475 Bullocks Pt. Ave. 1015 Crescent Park Manor, 243 Crescent View Ave. 1016 Waddington School, 101 Legion Way 1017 Oldham School (formerly Meadowcrest), 60 Bart Dr.

IF YOU VOTED AT: NOW VOTE AT: CITY HALL ST. FRANCIS CHURCH HALL OLD OLDHAM SCHOOL (640 Bullocks Pt. Ave.) CRESCENT PARK MANOR RUMFORD TOWERS (Precinct 1005 only)

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We welcome people of all ability levels to attend these workshops. Helen Smith, vice president of the Rhode Island Genealogical Society, will lead the two-workshop series on Wednesday, October 8 & 22, 7-9pm. In addition to providing training about how to access online genealogy information, Helen will have a packet available with genealogy resources. Bring your family genealogy information to work on. Time will be allotted for personal questions and research. When you register please let us know if you have a laptop or need one to use.

Reservations are required. Call 508252-3031 or email carpentermuseum@ gmail.com. Background information about Helen is available at our website: carpentermuseum.org. Fee: $5 members, $10 non-members covers both workshops.

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RI. Lunch @ The Greenwood Inn. September 19 Foxwoods (note date change) October 22 Mystery Foiliage Trip October 17 Foxwoods (note date change) October 30 Newport Playhouse Brighton beach Memoirs lunch and cabaret included November 5 Foxwoods (day trip) November 7 Edwards Twins Bella Roma, Taunton, Mass

Buffet dinner and show included November 20 Barefoot in the Park Trinity Rep November 23 Straight No Chaser, accapula group VMA November 29 New York City Christmas Shopping December 3 Annual Christmas Party @ Wannamoisett Country Club December 11 Ocean State Theatre Meet Me In St. Louis

lunch @ The Greenwood Inn PPAC SHOWS October 16 Cinderella November 9 Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat March 1 I Love Lucy April 26 Dirty Dancing June 14 Cyndie Lauper’s Kinky Boots For more information and reservations please call Deborah Rochford @ 437-2983 or 435-7511

Dolly Searle Golf Tourney Winners

The East Providence department of Recreation conducted the annual Dolly Searle Memorial Golf Tournament on July 28th, 2014.

The event was held at the Agawam Hunt Club in East Providence.

160 golfers participated in the charity tournament that benefits the Dolly Searle Student Scholarships. Tournament winners are as follows: Low Gross, Men: Bob Duarte 73; Low Gross, Women: Lisa Bell 92; Closest to Hole #5: Glenn Mederios AM, Saul Estrada PM; Closest to Hole #16: Brian Pestana AM, Peter Rochford PM; Longest Drive Hole #6: Mike Pendergast AM, Richard Costa Jr PM; Best Ball: Harry Mutter, Frank Fogarty, Ken Nado, Mark Flaherty; Hole in One : Gary Miller 8th hole

Dolly Searle Student Scholarships

The East Providence department of Recreation awarded Dolly Searle Memorial Student Scholarships to six East Providence residents this year. All are graduates of East Providence High School and were acknowledged for their achievements at senior class ceremonies on June 9th and the meeting of the City Council on August 19th.

The scholarships are in the memory of Dorman W. Searle, a longtime employee of the city who was dedicated to the academic advancement of local youth.

The 2014 Dolly Searle Student Scholarship recipients and the colleges they will be attending are as follows: Jillian Amaral, UMass Amherst, Teslie Andrade, UMass Boston, Collin Costa, Rhode Island College, Errol Danehy, Brown University, Matthew Fagan, Rhode Island College, Zachary Foster, John & Wales University

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Legal Notice City Of East Providence Canvassing Authority STATE OF RHODE ISLAND AND PROVIDENCE PLANTATIONS In accordance with Chapter 33, Public Laws, as amended, under Section 21, the Canvassing Authority of the City of East Providence certify the following list of candidates with their names, residences and offices to which nominated, and who have duly filed Nomination Petition and Acceptances.

There will be primaries for City Council Wards 1, 3 and 4 on September 9, 2014. The General Election will be held on November 4, 2014.

COUNCIL – WARD 1 Robert Britto…………………........................20 Byron Avenue Robert M. Silva……………………………....24 Dewey Avenue David Sullivan…………………………………25 Lillian Avenue COUNCIL – WARD 2 Helder J. Cunha……………………………101 Williams Avenue Brian Castro………………………………50 Grosvenor Avenue COUNCIL – WARD 3 Joseph C. Carter…………………………………35 Oak Avenue Thomas A. Rose Jr…………………………733 Warren Avenue Candace Cain Seel………………………1340 South Broadway Chelsie G. Tague…………………………………74 Ide Avenue COUNCIL – WARD 4 Timothy J. Conley…………………………194 Terrace Avenue Brian J. Faria…………………………………….44 Lunn Street Christine A. Rossi…………………………29 Woodbine Street COUNCIL – AT – LARGE Tracy Ann Capobianco……………………….104 Merritt Road SCHOOL COMMITTEE WARD 1 Charles S. Tsonos……………………………275 Wilson Avenue WARD 2 Anthony J. Ferreira………………………44 Brightridge Avenue WARD 3 Nathan W. Cahoon………………………30 Greenwich Avenue WARD 4 Jessica Beauchaine…………………………55 Winslow Street Karen Nicole Doucette……………………….44 Peck Avenue SCHOOL COMMITTEE – AT – LARGE Joel Monteiro………………………………34 Intervale Avenue

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John V. DeGoes, 77, former East Providence schools superintendent died unexpectedly on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2014. DeGoes, previously of Pawtucket, lived in East Providence for the past 25 years. DeGoes had an extensive background in Rhode Island education. He began his career as a History teacher in Central Falls. He then taught at Cumberland High School, serving as Assistant PrinJohn DeGoes cipal from 1974-83. DeGoes was selected Superintendent of Schools in Central Falls from 1983-87 and Superintendent in East Providence from 1987-94. DeGoes was selected as Rhode Island Superintendent of the Year in 1991.

From 1994 to 2004, he served as the Assistant Superintendent of Schools in North Attleboro, serving as the Interim Supt. in 1996.

He has served as the President of the R.I. Association of School Superintendents and President of the New England Association of School Superintendents. He returned to East Providence as Interim Superintendent for 2012 and 2013.

DeGoes succeeded the popular Myron J. Francis upon Francis’ retirement in 1987. DeGoes quickly became a well respected educator and he moved to East Providence at that time. DeGoes was known as a quiet but very effective and fair educator. When East Providence removed controversial superintendent Mario Cirillo and his right hand man, COO Lonnie Barham, the city was in some turmoil. Former school board chairman Charles Tsonos told the state budget commission that he wanted John DeGoes to come back as EP Superintendent. After some reluctance, the commission agreed to DeGoes. “It was the best decision we made,” said Tsonos. “John DeGoes settled things down and we got our finances back under control. I wish he could have stayed longer,” said a saddened Tsonos after hearing of DeGoes’ passing.

Many East Providence teachers and school staff were stunned when they learned of the DeGoes death. It was clear that John DeGoes made a positive impact in the history of East Providence.

DeGoes was a prodigious scholar athlete and coach, winning the Max Lebida trophy in 1955 and being inducted into the Cumberland and Central Falls Sports Halls of Fame. He coached basketball and baseball, leading Cumberland High to the 1968 state baseball championship. He served in the R.I. Air National Guard for 7 years and for the Air Force during the Berlin crisis from 1962-63.

DeGoes was also a Councilman-at-Large in Pawtucket from 1974-81. He served on the Board of Directors for Navigant Credit Union from 1998-2008 and as Chairman of the Board of Navigant from 2007-08. He has been on the Board of Directors of the Blackstone Academy Charter School from 2008 to his passing. DeGoes is survived by his wife, Jeanne, of 53 years. He leaves four children and eleven grandchildren. Jessica DeGoes O’Rourke, a graduate of EPHS expressed her thanks to the EP community. “My most sincere & heartfelt thanks to all for the love and support shown to me and my family over the last few days... There is no way to truly express the deep sorrow we are feeling with the very sudden loss of our amazing dad, husband & grandfather - but our family is strong and we will get through this together. Thank you again for all the love, prayers and kind messages you have sent... They are genuinely appreciated.” Donations in DeGoes name may be made to the Citizen’s Scholarship Foundation of East Providence, P.O. Box 154438, East Providence, R.I., 02915.

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Brandon has always been curious about human behavior and has recently decided to venture into the career of Student Affairs and Higher Education. He plans to work with first-year college students in assisting them with their transition to college. Currently, Brandon is working with graduate students to implement a mentoring program that matches undergraduate psychology students with graduate psychology students in hopes that they students can further explore the field of psychology.

Brandon is an active member of the Resident Advisor Board and Resident Advisor Training Committee. He plans to further his involvement with first-year students by becoming a URI 101 Mentor in the fall of 2014. Brandon hopes to empower first-year students by motivating them to get involved on campus. He plans to encourage students to take advantage of the many opportunities and resources available to them on campus.

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Defenders of Animals Inc. held its 20th annual Homeless Animals Day/Candlelight Vigil on Aug. 16 at the Governor Sprague Mansion, located in Cranston. New this year were awards given to several fire and police departments whose personnel have rescued animals from hot cars, ice and fires, and to lawmakers and local officials who have moved vital animal protection measurers.

Also receiving awards were two East Providence City Council members. Ward 3 representative Thomas A. Rose Jr. and assistant mayor and Ward 4 representative Christine A. Rossi are being honored for their commitment to animals and for introducing and supporting the first city or town ordinance in Rhode Island that bans the sale of dogs and cats at a pet store.

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The community garden at The Newman Y The Newman YMCA Community Garden is dedicated to the memory of Elsie Chin Yan a local restauranteur and Y benefactor.

Her belief that no one should go hungry will be perpetuated through the donation of the garden’s harvest to local food pantries. The garden was constructed by volunteers from Sensata Technologies and is nurtured and cared for by YMCA children and local high school students.

The Newman YMCA Community Garden located at 472 Taunton Ave in Seekonk, MA was dedicated to the memory of Elsie Chin Yan on Friday, July 25, 2014 before, family, friends, members of the Newman YMCA and community. Through the legacy that Elsie left behind with her loving and generous nature, always extending a hand to help another individual throughout her life, Elsie touched so many lives volunteering her time, working alongside others and feeding many at her well known icon of East Providence, The Young China Restaurant.

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AYSO Youth Dorian DaSilva Wins the Super Liga Skills Competition for the State in the U8 Division for 2013-2014

Dorian DaSilva, of East Providence, wins the Super Liga Skills Competition for the State of RI, in the U8 Boys Division. Dorian received his award, on August 27th at an awards dinner at the Riveria. His award was presented to him by New England Revolution Keeper, Brad Knighton, and he received a Super Liga Jacket presented by XARA! AYSO is proud of Dorian and his accomplishment! Congratulations Dorian from all of us at AYSO 715 East Providence, and we wish you continued success. If you would like more information about AYSO soccer please visit our web site at www.aysoregion715.net.

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August 25, 2014 – E. Providence –The Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra kicks off Season 70, its 70th Anniversary season, with a celebratory performance at 8:00pm on Saturday September 20 at The Vets, 1 Avenue of the Arts in Providence.

Music Director LARRY RACHLEFF – now in his 19th season with the Orchestra – welcomes back violinist AUGUSTIN HADELICH for Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto, in a thrilling and diverse program including R. Strauss’s Wiener Philharmoniker Fanfare, Prokofiev’s Fifth Symphony and Adams’ Short Ride in a Fast Machine. Resident Conductor FRANCISCO NOYA presents an informal talk about the program in the auditorium before the concert from 7:00‐7:25 p.m.

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By Bob Rodericks The 31st annual East Providence High School Hall of Fame induction ceremony will be held on Sunday, October 26th, 2014 at the Venus de Milo Restaurant in Swansea, Massachusetts. The event is open to the public and tickets are available at the high school main office. Tickets are $40. each and include a full dinner.

Reception is at 12 noon and dinner at 1:00 p.m. Tickets can also be obtained from Don and Linda Carlson by calling 401-433-3693.

Tickets can be obtained through Monday, October 17th, 2014.

Hall of Fame inductee, Dr. Kenneth R. Walker, EPHS class of 1949, retired East Providence school administrator, Rhode Island College professor and retiring Chairman of the R.I. Parole Board will be Master of Ceremonies.

The Hall of Fame was created and initiated by former Superintendent of Schools, Myron J. Francis, Class of 1947, and was instituted in 1984 in conjunction with the East Providence High School Centennial Year Celebration. Francis was also 1947 EPHS The Reporter is the class president. The Hall was designed to recognize distinguished TOWNIE graduates who have brought honor to themselves and to only paper MAILED FREE to the high school.

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Oldham was an extremely large school, growing in size and drawing pupils from a wide range of socio economic backgrounds. Richardson took an active role in educational leadership as she participated in many school improvement curriculum efforts. She also has successfully written many educational grants intended to enhance the professional growth of area Judith Richardson teachers. Richardson was also asked to take the principalship of the Orlo Avenue School in the city. As a respected school principal she sought and encouraged parental involvement in all schools. Richardson’s Principal’s Advisory Group was considered a model for the system. Richardson began her career in East Providence as a Kindergarten student and retired after a stellar 30 year teaching and administrative career. After retiring, she was asked to become a Principal in Somerset, Massachusetts. For the next 12 years Richardson was at the helm of the Chace Street School. When she retired ‘again’ in 2011, she was highly praised: “It’s a tremendous loss for the school district,” Somerset School Superintendent Richard Medeiros said. “She is a tremendous educational leader.” During her time at the Chace Street School, an extended preschool program was started, there have been continuous changes in the school’s education curriculum, an increase in the use of technology and a growth in the understanding of individual needs with emotional social needs.

Stephanie Vinhateiro was an honors student at EPHS. She belonged to the Future Teachers of America, the French Club and various senior class committees. She was active in intramural athletics.

After graduating from Rhode Island College she began a 34 year career of teaching in East Providence. She was known as one of the city’s most energetic teachers and volunteers.

Parents annually requested that Stephanie Vinhateiro. their children be assigned to “Mrs. V’s” classroom. She became a Head Teacher which involved additional supervisory responsibilities. “As the principal in the school where Stephanie was head teacher, I witnessed firsthand her keen decision making capacity. She revealed an analytical perceptive quality to issues requiring an immediate action,” said former Principal Stanley Traverse. Vinhateiro was also known for classroom lessons which were founded on active participation and inquiry.

“Students were never bored in her classrooms.” In addition to her daily teaching responsibilities, Vinhateiro volunteered her time to direct school plays and musicals. An annual holiday musical called “Cool Yule” was performed by students from area schools under her direction. In retirement, Vinhateiro continues to volunteer countless time to the community. She has been a very active member of the Citizens Scholarship Foundation, the group helping to renovate the high school gymnasium, and the Friends of Townie Athletics (FTA). The FTA provides dinners and championship awards for winning school athletic teams. She was also very active in groups such as the Rumford Junior and Wampanoag Women’s Clubs, and helps to fundraise for AYSO and volunteers at area nursing homes.

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Deborah L. Perry is President and CEO of YWCA Rhode Island, the third oldest YWCA in the country whose mission is to eliminate racism, empower women and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. Perry, a role model for young women, began her service with YWCA Northern Rhode Island close to two decades ago. During her tenure Perry brokered the merger of RI’s only two YWCA’s, created RI’s first virtual charter school for at risk youth. Perry was instrumental in the establishment of two statewide Deborah Perry. organizations dedicated to improving the lives of women and girls, and co-created She Shines, a statewide magazine honoring the aspirations and accomplishments of women. Under Perry’s leadership the YWCA has received various awards and recognition including the prestigious Metcalf Award for Diversity in Journalism and Rhode Island Quality Institute award for outstanding community service. Perry is a Rhode Island Foundation Fellow, Women’s Fund of RI Fellow, Rhode Island Foundation Mentor, recipient of Woonsocket’s George Nasuti award for community service, finalist for the prestigious Rhode Island Foundation Innovation Award and recipient of the National Silent Witness Project, RI Chapter Person of Peace Award. While at East Providence high School she was an all-state athlete, co-captain of the track and field team; all-state javelin thrower and all division discus thrower and played softball. She is a 1984 graduate of Drake University where she was a member of the Alpha Kappa Delta honor society, served as the student representative on the University Athletic

Council, participated in varsity track and field and club soccer, and served as president of the association for women students. She attended graduate school at the University of Iowa, receiving a graduate fellowship and majoring in community and regional planning, and was previously employed as a city planner in numerous RI communities including East Providence, Charlestown, North Smithfield and Woonsocket.

John Pavao is a retired legendary band and choral director for East Providence High School.

Pavao was hired to teach classes in Music Theory and Music Harmony and to lead the Sophomore Girls Chorus and male singers.

Pavao came to EPHS in 1959, just a few years after the “new” high school opened on Pawtucket Avenue. In a short time, Pavao developed an elite boys’ choir called the Crimson Men’s Chorus John Pavao. and developed an extensive music program at the high school. For five years the Crimson Men won top prizes in New England Music competitions. Alongside nationally renowned EPHS band director, Dr. Stephen Farnum and Choral Director Richard Fairbanks, Pavao helped to make EPHS a powerhouse for music in New England high schools. When Dr. Farnum retired in 1969, John Pavao was made the full time band director. Pavao still taught the Crimson Men Choir and all instrumentals. The high school music program grew tremendously under Pavao. He founded the Double Brass Choir, the Stage Band, the Dixie Stage Band and a vibrant marching band - the envy of all

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He also was an interim director for the Cumberland Lincoln Community Chorus and arranged music for Sacred Heart Church in EP and other area churches. “Through Mr. Pavao, came a love for music that stays with me forever,” is a sentiment echoed by many of Pavao’s former students.

John Caruolo, class of 2009, is an automatic EPHS inductee due to his selection as a Providence Journal Honor Roll student athlete upon high school graduation. The prestigious Journal Honor Roll Boy and Girl awards honors the top senior male and female student-athletes in Rhode Island. It is one of the oldest continual programs in the country honoring outstanding athletic and academic achievement by high school students. From all the nominations, one male and John Caruolo one female will be selected as the 2014 Honor Roll Boy and Honor Roll Girl. Caruolo was the top male student-athlete in Rhode Island for 2009. He was a multi sport star and a R.I. and National Honor Society member. He was selected as a National Football Foundation Golden Dozen Scholar Athlete member. East Providence High School and LaSalle have the most honor roll recipients in the state with 8 each. Prior EP recipients are: 1927-Fred Mulvey, 1940-Charles Bentley, 1948-Richard Collins, 1951-William Schifino, 1981-Timothy Army, 1982-Theresa Moore, 2008-Nathan Lovett and 2009-John Caruolo.

The Hall of Fame Committee invites everyone to help honor these 2014 inductees by attending this year’s ceremony. Any EPHS graduate is welcomed to join the Hall of Fame Committee. Anyone, including non-graduates can nominate someone for Hall of Fame consideration. Nomination forms are available at East Providence High School or by emailing bobrodericks@gmail.com.

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If you have a better story we need to hear from you!

These are the kinds of “very RI” stories we have heard at the Crescent Park exhibit this summer and we have decided to extend the exhibit through the Fall. Both Ed Serowik Jr and Sr will be on hand to answer questions and we know that the exhibit will be a big hit with Smithsonian National Museum Day visitors. You are all invited.

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EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I., August 4, 2014 – The Boys & Girls Club of East Providence was thrilled to receive a donation of 138 boxes of breakfast cereal thanks to a benefit performance held by All Star Entertainment’s Joe Freitas. The performance, held Saturday night, took place at the East Providence Yacht Club and included D.J. Donnie B., the Original Old School Kix106 DJ, as well as a guest performance by Grupo Ondas, an Afro-Brazilian, martial arts, dance and acrobatic group.

Mr. Freitas is an alumnus of the Boys & Girls Club of East Providence, where he fondly remembers playing pool in the games room. “I have always been a part of the Boys & Girls Club,” explained Mr. Freitas, “I attended the Club as a child and now my two daughters go there. When I heard about the breakfast program, where they serve breakfast to children before school, it seemed like a perfect way to give back by collecting cereal to support the program.”

The Boys & Girls Club transports approximately 70 children each day to local schools, opening for drop off at 6:30 in the morning. Many of these children eat breakfast at the Club before heading off to school in the morning. “We began serving breakfast in 2012,” said Erin Gilliatt, Executive Director. “Between our early hours and the later start to the school day in East Providence, many children were with us for more than two hours every morning. Making sure everyone got breakfast before heading off to school is one way we can ensure that our members are getting arriving at school ready to learn.”

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Boys & Girls Club of East Providence Receives Major Grant to Open New After School Program at Hennessey School

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I., June 10, 2014 – The Boys & Girls Club of East Providence is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a grant of more than $165,000 to open a new after school program at the Agnes B. Hennessey School. Funded through the 21st Century Learning Center programs, the expanded “Hennessey Scholar Camp” will operate daily before and after school and will include academic support as well as a wide range of other education, arts, leadership, and fitness activities. The only cost for participation for Hennessey students will be a nominal registration fee of $20, which will also include a one-year membership to the Boys & Girls Club.

“We are so excited to be able to offer these programs to the Hennessey students,” said Erin Gilliatt, Executive Director. “This new initiative is truly a partnership between the Club and the school faculty and staff which ensure that the activities included in the afterschool hours fully support what the children are doing in the classrooms.”

The Hennessey Scholar Camp, which hopes to serve 175 Hennessey students next year, will open on the first day of school and will operate year-round including school vacations. The Club and school will be gathering feedback from Hennessey families to determine which activities to include in the curriculum, with options being everything from music and art lessons to Lego engineering and sports activities.

Hennessey parents will have the opportunity to learn more about the program as a part of the end of school celebrations on June 24th, when they will also have the chance to weigh in on the options for activities. Registration for the program will begin July 14th.

The Boys & Girls Club of East Providence has been serving the youth in our community since 1932, with more than 275 children participating in programs each day. For more information about the Hennessey Scholar program, call the Club’s main office at 401-434-6776 or email Martin DeCosta, Associate Director, at mdecosta@epbgc.org.

Big Brothers Big Sisters Of The Ocean State

Continues Mentor Recruitment for more than 200 Children on the current waiting list.

CRANSTON, RI – Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ocean State is continuing their drive to recruit male and female mentors for the 200+ kids who are currently on the waiting list. Boys & Girls ages 7-15, throughout the state of Rhode Island are waiting to be pared with a volunteer for 6-8 hours a month for a minimum of a one year commitment. For information on how you can be a mentor contact a BBBSOS Match Support Specialist at Mentoring@BBBSOS.org or (401) 921-2434.

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Daughters of Isabella Meeting

The September 11 meeting will be held 7:00 PM at the Knights of Columbus Hall Crescent View Avenue, Riverside. September starts a New Year bring your ideas for the up coming year. We’ll hold a in house raffle thanks to Gloria. Refreshments will be served.

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Barracuda Swim Team

The Barracuda Swim Team is a competitive swim team open to swimmers age 6-18 years old. We strive to provide an opportunity for young people to participate in competitive swimming under conditions that will foster aquatic ability, team spirit and sportsmanship.

We encourage personal goal setting, self-disciple, achievement, commitment and parental involvement. Our coaches provide the professional expertise to instruct swimmers in all strokes in order to develop well-rounded swimming ability.

The process, not the awards, is the most valuable part of competitive swimming. The friendships, lessons, skills and memories gained from participating in the sport and the team last forever. Practices start September 15th and will run through February. New England championships are scheduled in March for those who qualify.

Fees: Members $420 ; Installment options available – 4 installments of $105 (September 1, October 1, November 1 and December 1) For more information, contact Head Coach Nadine Rieben, nrieben@gpymca.org or 508-336-7103 ask for Nadine.

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In an effort to offer the most inclusive and specialized wellness programming at the Newman YMCA, the Wellness Center will be offering the FES Bike by appointment, free of charge to those members that wish to use it with the aid of a person of their choosing.

If an individual requires the aid of one of our certified specialists including either Joe Roy or Luca Del Borgo, a $20.00 charge per session will be applied. Sessions may be paid for at the front desk either singularly or in package of 10 for $175.00 or 20 for $300.00. An individual’s first therapy session must be overseen by one of our specialists even if the client has used a FES Bike at some other location.

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The East Providence Scout House Association is holding its 35th annual Craft Fair at the East Providence High School on Saturday, November 1st. If you would like to rent table space, please call Elaine at 433-3166. The proceeds of the craft fair are used to help pay the operating expenses of the East Providence Scout House which is used by East Providence Girl Scouts as a meeting place.

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Events & Activities Please join the Ten Mile River Watershed Council, the East Providence Land Conservation Trust, and members of the Providence County Hiking Club for our Annual Harvest Moon Walk. We will meet at the Turner Loop Trail on route 114A in East Providence (across from Hunt’s Mills) on Monday, September 8, at 6:45 pm.

The walk starts promptly at 7:00. We will walk along the Ten Mile River and Turner Reservoir under the full moon into Bridgham Farm, a property of the land trust. We will stop at the Newman Oak, a tree said to be 400 years old. This easy 1 mile walk is part of the Rhode Island Land Trust Days Celebration. Wear sturdy shoes and bring a flash light. Bug spray will be provided. This is event is free, please register by emailing info@tenmileriver.net. For more information about the Ten Mile River Watershed Council, visit www. tenmileriver.net. To learn more about Land Trust Days, visit www. rilandtrusts.org/landtrustdays/.

OPEN SING ANNOUNCEMENT Welcome Prospective Members!

Tuesday September 9, 2014 and Tuesday September 16, 2014

The ChoruS of East Providence is a Non – Auditioned Chorus and is accepting new members and eagerly seeks Sopranos, Tenors, and Basses!

Adult singers from all communities may join without audition. If you’re interested in singing with us, please contact us about coming to a scheduled Open Sing rehearsal. Dues, which include the cost of music and a rehearsal CD, are $100. and are required once a year. Chorus members are expected to attend all rehearsals, which are Tuesday nights from 7:00 to 9:30 pm at St Martha’s Church, 2595 Pawtucket Avenue in East Providence.

Director: Beth Armstrong ACCOMPANIST: Victoria Lambrozo The Chorus of East Providence was incorporated as a Rhode Island non-profit organization in September 2007 and is now designated as a 501(c)(3) status organization. The Chorus is led by its Board of Directors and operates in accordance with its Bylaws.

Board of Directors for 2014/2015: Judith Antonio, President; Lisa Taylor, Vice President; Phil Abbatomarco, Treasurer; Robert Sosa, Secretary. Other directors: Maureen Conroy, Katie Karikas, Kelsey Oliver, Bethany Conway. Section Leaders: Kristen Ivy Moses, Soprano; Kristin Conway, Alto; Paula Wesser, Tenor; Andy Duehring, Bass.

If you love to sing, Please come and join the ChoruS!

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Family And Pet Friendly Event

Saturday, September 13, 2014 • 9:00am – 3:00pm (rain date Saturday, September 20, 2014)

To benefit the homeless dogs and cats at the Seekonk Animal Shelter Craft and Vendor Fair Where: Located at the Dr. Kevin M Hurley Middle School 650 Newman Ave., Seekonk MA 02771 60+ vendors selling everything from children’s toys, pet related items, home décor, makeup, jewelry, crafted items and much, much, more!

Many animal rescue groups bringing adoptable dogs and cats!

A variety of exhibitors including Seekonk Jr. Warriors Cheerleaders doing demonstrations and a doggie runway show! Show starts at 12:30 pm. (Yes you can enter your own pooch to participate.

Note: All dogs MUST be leashed.

Live DJ ‘Mark’ with Music for All Ages playing your favorite tunes!

Food and drinks will be available & water stations for your pet will be available too!

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16th Annual Pawtucket Arts Festival presents Slater Park Fall Festival 2014 Slater Memorial Park, Pawtucket, RI 02861 Sat, September 13 & Sun, September 14

11:00am - 5:00pm

Pawtucket: The 16th Annual Pawtucket Arts Festival presents the “Slater Park Fall Festival” which is a weekend that celebrates the beauty of the park and art - and includes activities at the Daggett Farm, Looff Carousel, the Rhode Island Watercolor Society and the historic Daggett House.

Over 100 arts & craft vendors are showcased in this juried festival that also features an ‘open air market’ of food trucks, farmers market, craft, exhibitions, music and activities.

This “pet friendly” festival has something for everyone - including the Slater Park (Pawtucket) Dog Park! For more information and a complete list of activities and times, please visit: www. pawtucketartsfestival.org or call 401-724-2200.

Retirement Party For Fire Chief Alan R. Jack September 19th

7th Annual

“Block the Shot”

Motorcycle Run & Block Party In memory of Nathan D. Crowell

(who lost his life “blocking the shot”, in the last 3 seconds of an ice hockey game, saving the game for his team!)

Saturday, September 6, 2014 (Rain or Shine)

Registration: 10:00 - 11:45 a.m.

Seekonk Speedway Rt. 6, Seekonk, MA $ 20 per person

Ride Ends & Festivities at East Providence Yacht Club 9 Pier Road, East Providence, RI (401) 434-0161

Food! Live Music!! Raffles!!!

With MC Rudy Cheeks For questions regarding the ride, making a donation or tickets, email stevensgl56@hotmail.com lcrowell603@hotmail.com Proceeds benefit the “Nathan D. Crowell Memorial Fund”

Supporting University of New Haven Greater Providence Youth Hockey Association East Providence High School

If you don’t ride, the festivities start at 1:30 p.m.

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Seekonk Fire Chief Alan R. Jack will retire on September 19, 2014, extinguishing a firefighting career that spans over 40 years, with three fire departments in two states. A retirement party in his honor is planned for Saturday, September 27, 2014 at the Ramada Seekonk (formerly Johnson & Wales Inn), 213 Taunton Ave. The evening will begin with a social time at 6pm. followed by a deluxe buffet provided by Young’s Caterers of Seekonk at 7pm, with congratulations and recognitions to follow. Please bring your dancing shoes to cap off this celebration of Chief Jack’s distinguished career.

Tickets are $30 per person, and must be purchased in advance no later than Friday September 19, 2014. Please write checks payable to Seekonk Firefighters Local 1931. NO TICKETS ARE AVILABLE AT THE DOOR. To order your tickets please contact Seekonk Fire Headquarters at 508-336-8510, or by e-mail sgoguen@ seekonkfd.com.

We look forward to seeing you there!

RI Month of Peace

Peace Flag Project (PFP), a local pro-peace non profit organization. Every September hosts events for the RI Month of Peace, an expansion of the annual observation of the United Nations International Day of Peace (IDoP) on September 21. The UN Peace Day is celebrated all over the world.

RI Month of Peace events, the International Day of Peace and the Peace Flag Project. The PFP, the RI Month of Peace and all of the organizations and people working for peace are positive forces in our community and a credit to this city and state. Using your voice, the RI Month of Peace can gain widespread publicity and attention.

More information about all of the RI Month of Peace events: http://thepeaceflagproject.org/peace-month-events-sept-2014/

“Wheels for Rachel” Pasta Dinner Date: Saturday 9/27, Time: 4pm to 8pm

(Proceeds to benefit Wheelchair Van Fund for Rachel Rose) Friends and staff from Dimensions invite you to join us for a Pasta Dinner to support Rachel Rose.

Place: Riverside Sportsman’s Club; 1 Sportsman’s Dr., East Providence, RI 02914 (Off Mohawk Dr; off Wampanoag Trail)

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Price: $10.00 donation (Raffle items, 50/50 raffle, Angel card readings) Please check out: gofundme.com/ awj4h8 for Rachel’s story. ** Full bar will be available ***Wheelchair accessible For tickets contact: Dimensions staff at BVC Barbara- 401-222-9807, Nicole-401-301-5769, Pat - 401-572-3660

and much more. Family entertainment will be provided until 2:00 PM. To register online go to http://www. firstgiving.com/asari-groden/walk-run-2014.

For all other questions, please contact Steve Heywood, Marketing and Development Administrator, GRODEN NETWORK at sheywood@grodencenter.org.

tendee receives a raffle ticket which affords them the possibility of winning one of a large number of donated prizes. Foursomes are encouraged, but singles are certainly welcome. All monies raised support the athletic programs at Seekonk High School. If you are interested and would like more information or a registration form, please contact Karen McKenna at kmckenna10@aol.com or 508-336-3168.

Harmony Heritage Chorus Presents “Still Young at Heart”

Seekonk Athletic Boosters’ Club Golf Tournament

Annual Rumford Reunion

Saturday, September 27, 2014

2:00 PM and 7:00 PM at the Peter Thacher Elementary School, 150 James Street, Attleboro, MA 02703. Featuring Harmony Heritage Chorus under the direction of Bob O’Connell, Trade Secret, 2013 International Senior Quartet Medalists, Take 4, and special guests Epic, 2012 International Championship Quartet.

Admission: $15.00 Seniors/Students $12.00 For tickets contact Barbara-Ann MacIntosh at 401-560-0073, joyhi@cox.net or Gayle Jordan at 774-306-6681, mayatenor@ comcast.net.

Tickets may be held at the door www. harmonyheritage.org

“In Step for Autism” 3K Walk/5K Run Sunday, September 28th

THE GRODEN NETWORK and the Autism Society, Rhode Island Chapter (ASA-RI) will be holding their 12th Annual “In Step for Autism” 3K Walk/5K Run & Family Field Day on Sunday, September 28, 2014 at Colt State Park in Bristol, RI at 10:00 AM. A hundred percent of the proceeds from this event will support autism programs in Rhode Island.

President of the ASA-RI, Lisa Rego, is looking forward to another successful day and race. “This being our 12th Run and Family Day, we want to make this a special day for all who attend. We’ve had a great turn out the past few years, and want event to be the best to date! It’s important, now more than ever, to get the message and facts about autism out to the general public.” said Lisa Rego, president of the ASA-RI. The entry fee is $20 for runners, who also have an option to secure donations in lieu of an entry fee. Prizes will be given to top three finishers in each age group and overall. After the walk/run, be sure to stay and enjoy the BBQ and family field day complete with games, field events, raffle,

September 29th

The Seekonk Athletic Boosters’ Club will hold their annual golf tournament at 9:00 on Monday, September 29 at Ledgemont Country Club. The cost of $110 includes 18 holes, cart, and lunch. In addition, every at-

October 5th

Annual Rumford Reunion on Sunday, October 5, 2014 from 5:00 to 7:30pm at the Wannamoisett Country Club. All Rumford residents past and present, friends, storytellers, and business owners welcome. $18.00 incl. hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. Contact Ginny Cauley by Sept 30 @cottongin@cox. net or 401-295-4380.

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4th Annual Watchemoket Square Day • East Providence Businesses and Organizations Hosting Fourth Annual Watchemoket Square Day

This year’s Watchemoket Square Day will be held on Saturday, October 4, 2014 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. It is a celebration of Watchemoket Square’s past, present and future. Indoor and outdoor activities will take place on or near Warren Avenue in the City.

The event is open to the public with plenty of free parking and no admission charge. Visit www.watchemoketsquareday.com or the Watchemoket Square Day Facebook page for updates and information about the event.

The East Providence Historical Society will be hosting walking tours about the early A tradition of excellent care families who settled in The Square and their homes and buildings. Presentations about the meets waterfront elegance City’s current waterfront development are scheduled, along with free boat rides. A Farmers Market has been added to this year’s activities. If you would like to participate in the Farmassisted living ers Market as a vendor, please contact Paul Pliakas at Liberty Tax Service, (401) 572-3644.

The event opens at 10:00 a.m. with a parade beginning at East Providence City Hall memory care and will feature classic cars and vehicles en route to the Classic Car Show at Hot Rides, short-term rehabilitation Inc. The car show is from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and will feature activities for children skilled nursing including a bounce house, food and face painting. Anyone interested in participating in the parade or car show should contact Ken Andrade, owner of Hot Rides, at 401.435.4444.

For more information, please call There will be lots of fun activities for kids and adults throughout the day. Breakfast or 401-272-5280 lunch specials will be served at the local establishments and food trucks.

Visit the Watchemoket Square Day Information Booth hosted by the East Providence 500 Waterfront Drive Area Chamber of Commerce for maps, schedule of events, T-shirts and more.

East Providence, RI Watchemoket Square Day Parade Route www.tockwotton.org Parade begins at 10:00am at East Providence City Hall, 145 Taunton Avenue Taunton Avenue East to South Broadway, Turns right onto South Broadway, Turns right onto Warren Avenue, Travels to Waterfront Drive, Turns left and heads toward Tockwotton on the Waterfront, Turns around on Waterfront Drive, Ends at Hot Rides, Inc., 30 Veterans Memorial Parkway There will be lots of fun activities for kids and adults throughout the day. Breakfast or lunch specials will be served at the local Look for Gilmore’s Flower Shop Delivery Truck for a free flower establishments and food trucks. on Saturday, October 4, 2014 during the Watchemoket Square Day Celebration from 10am to 3pm. Gilmore’s Flower Shop, your local, family-owned full service flower shop since 1936, always a large supply of fresh flowers and decorative plants in stock and available for delivery six days a week.

Call us at 401-434-3667 M-Sat, 8am-5:30 (4:00pm on Sat) or visit www.gilmoresflowershop.com.

Happy Watchemoket Square Day!

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• Saturday, October 4th • 10am-3pm which led to development in the area; including an inn followed by over one hundred businesses. By 1906, Watchemoket Square became the central business district of East Providence and covered approximately nine acres of land in the central section of the town.

For more information about the Second Annual Watchemoket Square Day, visit the Watchemoket Square Facebook page or contact the East Providence Area Chamber of Commerce, 401.438.1212 www.eastprovchamber.com.

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A classic car in last year's parade.

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Schedule of Events

Historical Register established 1872

10:00am – 10:45am (time approx.)Watchemoket Square Day Parade Steps-off at East Providence City Hall, 145 Taunton Avenue 10:00am – 2:00pm NEW! Farmers Market featuring local retail and food vendors, non-profit organizations and more!

Location: Waterfront Drive across the street from Tockwotton on the Waterfront, 500 Waterfront Drive 10:00am – 3:00am Watchemoket Square: A Family Affair exhibit Location: Tockwotton on the Waterfront, 500 Waterfront Drive 11:00am – 3:00pm Classic Car show Location: Hot Rides, Inc., 30 Veterans Memorial Parkway, East Providence 11:00am, 11:45am, 12:30pm 1:15pm Free Boat Ride Tours hosted by East Providence Historical Society and Village on the Waterfront.

Location: East Providence Yacht Club, 9 Pier Road Narrated tour by East Providence city planner, Jeanne Boyle.

Very limited seating available. Advance reservations required by calling East Providence Historical Society at 401.438.1750 11:00am and 1:00pm Historic Walking Tours of Walnut,Cross and Summit Streets hosted by East Providence Historical Society.

One hour tours leave from Gilmore’s Flower Shop, 76 Taunton Avenue.

12:15pm, 1:15pm and 2:15 Presentation on East Providence Waterfront District: A Look at Where We Are and Where We Are Going Location: Tockwotton on the Waterfront, Theater Room, 500 Waterfront Drive

Saturday at 5pm Sunday at 9:00am includes Sunday school All are welcome to join us for worship

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Join Us October 4th!

William Fazioli, chairman of the East Providence Waterfront District Commission, will present a 20-minute overview of the origin and role of the East Providence Waterfront District Commission; along with a summary of notable developments that have taken root in the District since inception in 2004. There will also be a lively discussion of what to expect in the District over the next 3-5 years.

Narrated Boat Tours

Washington Bridge view from the docks in Watchemoket Square.

11:00 AM, 11:45AM, 12:30PM,1:15 PM : Boat Tour with City Planning Director Jeanne Boyle. Boats leave from East Providence Yacht Club – 9 Pier Road This year’s 45-minute tours will head north to Phillipsdale, the newly designated Historic District in East Providence. Learn about plans for this area from city planner, Jeanne Boyle. This is an area which has a lush beauty of its own. Seating is limited and by reservation only for these free tours.

Contact the East Providence Historical Society now to make a reservation. Phone: 401.438.1750

Walking Tours of Walnut, Cross and Summit Streets

Hosted by East Providence Historical Society Leaves from Gilmore’s Flower Shop, 76 Taunton Avenue (corner of Taunton and Walnut Streets) This area was generally platted in the 1880’s, a perfect time for the Queen Anne style in grand or cottage versions. There are still many examples of this whimsical style on these streets, built by professionals and business owners who wanted to show they had made their mark.

The high bank of the Seekonk River was a perfect place to settle with The Square handy for shopping, commerce and entertainment.

For information about previous WSD walking tours of Fourth through Sixth Streets, the Potter/School/Purchase Streets and the I-195 relocation, a copy can be downloaded on the Historical Society’s Web site: at www.ephist.org.

New This Year!

A Farmers Market has been added to this year’s activities. Food, items from assorted vendors, and Watchemoket Square Day T-shirts will be available for sale, as well as information from non-profit organizations.

The Market will be open 10:00am – 2:00pm and located across the street from Tockwotton on the Waterfront (500 Waterfront Drive.)

If you would like to be a vendor, contact Paul Pliakas, Liberty Tax Service, at (401) 572-3644.

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September and October at Slater Mill AUREA at Slater Mill Presents Not About Heroes Sunday, September 21at 7:00 p.m. (Doors at 6:30)

Free. Chamber music and spoken word ensemble Aurea presents their version of this Stephen McDonald drama about a relationship between two poets during World War 1.

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Free open house. Ticketed salon . Slater Mill launches Trad Arts Studio - a new initiative in the fiber, textile, and maker arts, heritage craft and folk art performance - with a free open house, spinning and weaving demos, meet the artists, fall class signups, and more.

From 12:30 to 2:30, a ticketed designer salon featuring emerging artists Alicia Plummer will be presented in partnership with In The Loop.

Open house is FREE. Salon admission is $45 for non-members / $36 for Slater Mill members, and includes Alicia Plummer presentation and trunk show, and gift bag with an exclusive Plummer design plus a skein of Julie Asselin hand-dyed yarn. Purchase Salon Tickets **Trad Arts Studio FALL CLASSES begin Oct. 7 & 8. Stay tuned for more info, or email tradarts@slatermill.org.

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The chamber music and spoken word ensemble Aurea debuts a special presentation at Slater Mill, featuring the words of Edgar Allen Poe and Alfred Lord Tennyson, with the music of Schubert.

60 minute performance. Post show reception sponsored by Pamfilio’s Italian Deli and Catering. $25.00 adults, $20.00 seniors, $5.00 with student I.D.

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The “Piecemakers” are having a quilt show! September 27th at Newman Congregational Church, 100 Newman Avenue, Rumford, RI, from 10AM to 3PM. Quilts, vendors, unique gifts, and a special display of quilted items by Jean Kesner. Admission is $5 per person.

Newman Congregational Church Launches New High School Youth Experience

Beginning on Sunday, September 14, all youth who are currently in High School are invited to participate in our church’s new Sunday morning program. Each week (excluding the first Sunday of each month), Members and Friends of Newman UCC will facilitate conversations with our High School Youth on topics that are current in our communities and our world.

Using a resource called; “The Wired Word,” we will share in conversations on topics “ripped” right from the headlines.

Some of the recent topics include: ~ Robin Williams, Dead in Apparent Suicide, Had Battled Depression ~ “Botched” Arizona Execution Fans Death Penalty Debate ~ Pope Declares Mobsters Excommunicated From God Each Sunday morning gathering is an opportunity to discuss what is happening in our world and how these events impact our faith…or our faith impacts these events.

This program is open to all youth in our community. You do not need to be a member of Newman Congregational Church in order to participate.

For more information please contact Rev. Timoth Sylvia at 401-434-4742.

Newman UCC is an Open and Affirming congregation of the United Church of Christ and extends this invitation to one and all, living out the example of Jesus’ extravagant welcome.

Newman Congregational Church, United Church of Christ is located at 100 Newman Avenue, Rumford, RI 02916 - on the corner of Newman and Pawtucket Avenues.

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SPOTLIGHT ON SPORTS Rhode Island Inferno wins 2014 Class B 14u State Championship

Top Row (L to R): Alyssa Guarino, Allie Forand, Jordan Farnsworth, Sophie Marchese, Rae’vyn Watson, Jessica Potter, Ashleigh Wyrostek, Taylor Babcock, Haley Ramer Kneeling (L to R): Ashlyn Messier, L.A. Villarica Not in photograph: Coaches: Stephen Babcock, Mike Farnsworth, Shane Messier, Scott Potter and Barry Ramer The East Providence based “Rhode Island Inferno” won the 2014 Class B 14u State Championship this year for girls fastpitch softball.

The state championship is a week long tournament which culminates with a double elimination bracket on Saturday and Sunday. Inferno had a dominating undefeated performance in bracket play with victories over Apponaug Black, East Bay Lady Bulldogs, CLCF Bombers and a final win versus Cranston Ravens Gold.

RI Inferno was formed 3 years ago. This growing program started with a 12u team only. Currently, the organization has a 10u, 12u and 14u and will be adding a 16u team for the 2015 season.

Proud to be a third generation East Providence resident, Coach Shane Messier is excited to see such success with softball in his hometown. “It all started in little league with the 9-10 and 11-12 All-Stars winning four district championships in the past 3 years.

With our success, we decided to enter a more competitive level of softball. Like most teams, we took our lumps in the beginning but I would have no reservations saying RI Inferno can compete with any other team in the state. We have proven that in our local tournaments as well as traveling to Hershey, PA. Both the 12u and 14u represented RI well against some of the best ‘’B” teams in the Northeast. Not only do we have great athletes, we have a great group of young women representing this organization,” says Coach Messier. For any information regarding RI Inferno you can visit their website http://www.riinferno.com/.

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Sports Briefs

By Bob Rodericks

New Era for Townie Football

For the first time in over 20 years, East Providence High School Football will not have head coach John Sandy Gorham on the sidelines. In fact, Gorham was a fixture at EP’s Pierce Stadium back in Junior High and eventually as a 1970 graduate of the high school.

Gorham was a standout swimmer and football player while at East Providence High. Gorham was part of two state championship football teams while a student and eventually became the Townies head coach in 1993. All he did after that was set a school record for the most state championships under his tutelage. Gorham’s Townies went to 7 Super Bowls and won 5 of them. Prior to coaching at East Providence, Gorham was head coach at Barrington High where his teams there won 2 Super Bowls. Gorham was also a winning coach for softball and swimming and has won numerous state awards including induction into the EPHS Hall of Fame, the RI Aquatic Hall of Fame, the RI Football Coaches Hall of Fame, and the Providence Gridiron Hall of Fame. He was RI Coach of the Year in four different years and the RI male coach of the year twice. Gorham recently received a distinguished faculty award from the National Honor Society.

“It’s time for me to move on,” said Gorham. “I think I’ve done all I can do for the program and it may be time for a younger voice to take over. I’ve enjoyed my time coaching football for the same high school I attended and played for. I would now like the chance

to help coach my youngest son who is entering Barrington Middle School where we now live,” added Gorham. “I’ve coached many great players at EPHS and I will never forget them. Many have come to see me or have congratulated me and wished me well in retirement from coaching. I am a true Townie. Once a Townie always a Townie,” said an emotional Sandy Gorham. Gorham is hanging up his football spikes at EPHS but will remain a physical education teacher at the school.

Succeeding Gorham as head coach is another Townie alumn, Jay Monteiro. Monteiro played for the Townies and was an assistant coach for EP for some 15 years before moving to coach college football at Bryant University for several years. “I’ve coached under Sandy and we work together in the high school. I respect what he has done for the school and wish him well. I hope to continue and build upon his prior success here,” said Monteiro. Monteiro and his coaching staff will have their work cut out for them as the Townies have struggled the past few seasons. “We’ll get there,” said a smiling new head coach.

Riverside Post 10 Baseball Wins

For the second consecutive year the Riverside Post 10 American Legion baseball team won the state championship. Post 10 defeated Warwick for the state title. Post 10 is made up of several players from the East Providence High School Div. II state champions this year. Many of the same names from the Townies squat were key players in the Legion title run. Names like Mike Allienello, Kyle Marquis, Kam Gianlorenzo, Tyler Lockard, Colin Costa, Josiah Hatch and Aron Duarte are some of the standouts for Riverside Legion. Keith Marquis Sr. is the team manager/Coach and was very pleased. “Our kids defeated a tough Warwick team,” said Marquis.

Riverside advanced to the Northeast Regional Tournament in New Hampshire, but fell short in their quest to take that title. “We thought we had the best team in the Regional’s but didn’t make it. It’s an incentive to get back here next year,” said coach Keith Marquis.

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Buy a pass for all Athletic Contests: New Season Pass information: Season Passes to all EPHS sponsored events at East Providence High School and Pierce Field will be on sale at the Athletic Directors office or at the ticket table/booth. STUDENTS are $30 and ADULTS are $40. New this year will be a Family Pass Package. 2 Adults and 1 Student will be $100 and 2 Adults and 2 Students will be $125.

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A call to Friends of Townie Athletics: We urge you to become an active member of “Friends of Townie Athletics Organization.”

Our meeting date is the first Thursday of the month at 6:30PM at the Senior Center. For more information, call EP Athletics at 4357806 or email rduarte@epschoolsri.com. Please attend and bring a “Friend of Townie Athletics”.

RI Interscholastic League Grant on APEDS

The Rhode Island Interscholastic League (RIIL) will be able to continue warning thousands of Rhode Island student athletics about the dangers of appearance and performance enhancing drugs (APEDs) thanks to a $75,000 grant from Rhode Island Foundation. This is the second straight year the RIIL has received funding from the Foundation for its “Operation Clean Competition” initiative. Since launching the program in August 2013, RIIL has educated more than 16,000 students, coaches and faculty at 31

September 2014 The Reporter school assemblies and community events. “We are thrilled to be awarded this additional funding. We will be partnering again with the Taylor Hooton Foundation (THF) to continue our efforts delivering these critical messages across the state of Rhode Island,” said Tom Mezzanotte, RIIL’s executive director.

“But, there is more work to be done. Providing the information to the parents is just as important as educating the students. Reaching more parents is a top priority for the coming school year. “

Walk / Run for Brain Injury Awareness

The Brain Injury Association of RI, Inc. is proud to announce The Brain Injury Association of Rhode Island’s Annual Walk/Run. It will be held on Sunday, October 19, 2014 at Goddard Memorial State Park in Warwick, RI. The RIIL is a proud supporter of the Brain Injury Association of RI and encourage all students, teachers, coaches and officials to participate.

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Swim Clinic Offered to Local High School Athletes

A swim clinic for students interested in swimming on a high school swim team will be offered at the East Providence Boys & Girls Club by Bob Hassan, head coach of both the EPBGC Tidal Waves and the Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School Swim Team. For those students new to swimming, this is a great opportunity to learn the basic strokes in a supportive setting. For those students with swimming experience, the clinic will focus on building technique and endurance for the winter season. The basic clinic runs from September 15-October 23, Mondays-Thursdays from 5-7pm for $85 (up to 4 sessions/week) with the option to extend an extra month (ends November 20) for an additional $15. The clinic is open to high school students in all local area school districts. For more information, please email Bob Hassan (coachbhassan@yahoo. com) or call 401-524-6860.

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Baked Layered Tex-Mex Dip Spices Up Game Day

By Janet Tharpe

Kick-off your next game day party with Melissa Sperka’s Baked Layered Tex-Mex Dip. Tomatillo salsa adds great taste to this dish.

Combined with cream cheese, chunky salsa, cheddar cheese and chili, you have one winning recipe. Have the chips ready and watch everyone dig in!

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2 c chili with beans 2 c four cheese Mexican cheese blend, divided 8 oz softened Neufchatel cheese 1/2 c salsa mild, medium or hot (to your taste) 2/3 c tomatillo salsa 1/4 c chopped scallions

Directions • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Spray a 2 quart baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.

• In a medium bowl, using a hand mixer, whip together the softened cream cheese and tomato salsa until the cream cheese is smooth, about 2 min. The tomato pieces will remain chunky.

• Using a spatula, mix in 3/4 cup of the shredded cheese until just blended. Pour the cream cheese mixture into the bottom of the baking dish. Sprinkle with 1/3 of the remaining shredded cheese.

• Spread the tomatillo salsa over the cream cheese. Sprinkle with 1/3 of the remaining shredded cheese.

• Spread the chili over the tomatillo layer, and sprinkle the last 1/3 of the shredded cheese on top.

• Bake for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly.

• Remove from the oven and sprinkle chopped scallions on top for garnish.

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Say So Long to Summer with this Party Pasta Salad

By Janet Tharpe Serve Tammy Raynes’ Party Pasta Salad at your Labor Day cookout and everyone’s taste buds will say thank you. It’s easy to make and with a great mix of veggies and fruit, it adds a colorful addition to your menu. And that dressing? You’re going to want to try it on other salads too—it’s very tasty!

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apple juice, oil, vinegar, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt and pepper in a screw-top jar; shake well.

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Sign-Up For East Providence Girl Scouts

There will be a registration table at the yard sale being held at the American Legion located at 830 Willett Ave in Riverside on Saturday, September 13th from 8:00 am. - 3:00 pm for girls and women who would like to join Girl Scouts. Girls kindergarten age through age 18 can be a Girl Scout. Adult members can participate as leaders, assistant leaders or in other volunteer positions. There will be a second sign-up night at the East Providence Scout House located at 351 Willett Ave. in Riverside on Thursday, September 18th, from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm.

Whether you are a girl looking for fun and friendship, or an adult looking for a way to make a real difference in a girl’s life, Girl Scouts is for you! We hope that you will join us!

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others, and the world around them. The center will offer exciting, relevant leadership programming revolving around six Centers of Excellence: Making A Difference; Life Skills; Travel/Adventure; Camping/Outdoor Skills; Global Citizenship; and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math).

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During the event, which will be emceed by WJAR NBC 10 reporter Cierra Putnam, attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and speak openly and honestly with the panelists. To register for this event, contact Meghan Kampper at (401) 331-4500 x1401 or email mkampper@gssne.org.

In addition to attending the event live at GSSNE, there are several other ways to participate. Girls from around the Providence area are invited to the STEM Center at Rhode Island College, where the panel will be broadcast via skype. There will also be a live link on www.gssne.org, and the public is invited to tweet questions to the panelists before and during the event to @GirlScoutsofSNE, using the hashtag #GSSNEInHerShoes.

“This is just one example of how the Girl Leadership Experience Center will play a critical role in the formation of women leaders that our country so profoundly needs. It’s this type of programming that we’ll be able to deliver to girls of all ages, from all communities,” says Neil M. Stamps, GSSNE CEO. A breakfast was also recently held in the Center on August 19, where the Center’s Advisory Committee members, GSSNE Board members, volunteers, staff and other friends learned about the vision for future programming and technology in the Center.

Featured speaker, Miriam Dash, Girl Scout alumna and lifetime member, shared some of her favorite memories from Girl Scouting including spending time at Camp Hoffman, setting sales goals during the annual cookie sale, and taking on a leadership role when planning trips with her troop.

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East Providence Public Libraries East Providence Library Locations www.eastprovidencelibrary.org Weaver Memorial Library 41 Grove Avenue, East Providence, RI 401-434-2453 Monday - Thursday 9-8; Friday & Saturday 9-5 Riverside Branch Library 475 Bullocks Point Avenue, Riverside, RI 401-433-4877 Monday – Thursday 9-8; Friday & Saturday 10-5

September Activities For Children Ri Philharmonic Music Together Classes Monday, September 9, 9:30am or 10:30am @ WEAVER

Our East Providence neighbor, the Rhode Island Philharmonic, is offering this early childhood music and movement program for children birth through age 5 and the grownups who love them.

Each class is limited to 12 children.

Call 434-2453 to register.

COSTUME SWAP @WEAVER

Bring in a clean, gently-used children’s costume anytime in September. Receive a ticket for each costume. Come back on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2:00-4:00 or Monday, Oct. 6, 10:00-noon and redeem your ticket for a different costume.

READING BUDDIES

The library matches volunteers, ages 13-adult, with younger children to read together for one hour each week at the library. Call or stop into the Weaver Library (434-2453) for more information.

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Kids 16 and younger can “pay” their overdue fines by reading in the library. Just tell a librarian before you start reading, and when you finish reading, and we will waive $1 for every 30 minutes of reading.

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Check out our website (www.eastprovidencelibrary.org/epl/ kids/) to interact with a live tutor. “LIVE HOMEWORK HELP” tutors can help you with homework, studying for an exam, or understanding today’s lesson.

Math, Science, Social Studies, and English – all levels including AP. LIVE HOMEWORK HELP tutors are available every day from 2:00pm-10:00pm.

For more information, contact the location where the activity is being held, or the main Youth Services Department at 434-2453.

September Teen Programs

WEEKLY STORYTIMES - September 16 through December 6, 2014

No advance registration is necessary. Half hour storytimes include stories, songs, crafts, and other activities.

Tuesdays, 1:30pm, ages 3 - 6 @ Riverside Wednesdays, 9:30am, ages birth - 36 months @ Riverside Wednesdays, 6:30pm, ages 2 – 6 @ Weaver Thursdays, 9:30am, ages birth – 36 months @ Weaver Thursdays, 10:30am, ages 3 – 6 @ Weaver Saturdays, 10:00am, ages 2 - 6 @ Weaver

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Tuesdays, September 16 & October 7, 3:45-4:15pm @WEAVER Stories and activities for kids in grades K-3 Registration is not required.

ALL AGES CRAFTS @Riverside

Wednesdays, Sept. 17, Oct. 15, Nov. 12, Dec. 17 Drop-in between 3:00-4:30pm September 17 - Leaf Prints – Make beautiful leaf collages using paint and real leaves. (Paint is messy. Dress appropriately.)

RECYCLED CREATION CRAFTS @Weaver

Grades 1-5 Sept. 23, Oct. 21, Nov. 18, Dec. 16 Use recycled materials to create interesting and unique crafts.

LEGOs @ the Library

@RIVERSIDE - Wednesdays, 3:45-4:45, Sept. 24, Oct. 29, Nov. 19 @WEAVER - Tuesdays, 3:45-4:45, Sept. 9, Oct. 14 Ages 5 & up Lego fans are invited to build alongside other kids who love LEGOs. The librarian will provide a theme for inspiration. Kids can stick to the theme, or just explore the open-ended possibilities of creating with a giant mountain of LEGOs.

(Programs are for ages 10 + unless otherwise noted.)

COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES @ Weaver and Riverside

Earn community service credit for high school or confirmation.

Wednesday, Sept. 17, 5:30-7:30 @ Weaver Friday, Sept. 26, 2:30-4:30 @ Weaver Saturday, Sept. 27, 10:00-noon @ Riverside

TEEN MOVIE @ Riverside

Napoleon Dynamite Thursday, Sept. 18 @ 6pm

TEEN TUESDAYS @ Riverside starting Sept. 9

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TEEN THURSDAYS @ Weaver Starting Sept. 11

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After school on Thursdays.

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Weaver Library September Programs

Introduction to Sign Language

Saturday, September 13, 2014 10:00 – 12:00pm Saturday, September 27, 2014 10:00 – 12:00pm

Linda Graimm taught sign language classes for 35 years and interpreted for the deaf for over 15 years. Join her for two free classes that will teach you the basics of Sign Language using the book The Joy of Signing by Lottie L. Riekehof. Copies of the book are available at the library. Call 434-2453 to register.

Travels in Israel: Jerusalem and the West Bank Monday, September 15, 2014 7:00pm

Have you been thinking that you would like to see what is going on in the land that is holy for several religions? Tom Padwa, a retired television engineer, and Joanne DeVoe, a retired nurse and local government analyst, will talk about their May, 2014 trip to Israel, showing pictures and maps.

No Cold Feet at the Library! Learn to Knit Socks with the Knit and Crochet Club

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“Smithsonian” Night at the Weaver Library

Monday, September 22, 2014 7:00pm

Weaver Library and the East Providence Historical Society (EPHS) invite you to their annual event in honor of the Smithsonian National Free Museum Day. Local Crescent Park experts, Ed Serowik, Jr. and Sr., will give a brief talk and EPHS Board members will spotlight their favorite picks from the Society’s Crescent Park collection. The public is invited to share its own Crescent Park memorabilia. Light refreshments will be served.

Banned Books: Have You Read One?

Tuesday, September 23, 2014 6:30pm

Weaver Library and the ACLU of Rhode Island celebrate the freedom to read during national Banned Books Week. John W. Dineen, an ACLU volunteer attorney for over twenty years, will open the program with brief remarks on First Amendment rights. Living Literature will present Authors on Censorship, a 25-minute dramatic reading using selections from authors such as Harper Lee, Ray Bradbury, Judy Blume, and Salman Rushdie, as they talk about the impact of censorship on their writing. Light refreshments will be served.

Library programs are free and open to all. Questions? Call 434-2453.

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How You Can Help BLOOD DRIVES FOR SEPT 2014

Foster Parenting is more than helping a child.

It’s providing hope for their family.

Become a Foster Parent.

Contact Joyce LaFrance Tormey 401.276.4318 jtormey@cfsri.org

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East Bay Foster Grandparent Program

The East Bay Foster Grandparent Program currently has openings in Newport & Bristol Counties and East Providence.

If you are 55 or older and want to share your experience and compassion, you have what it takes to be a Foster Grandparent.

The Foster Grandparent Program provides a unique service built on the natural bond between generations. The Foster Grandparent Program is the bridge that connects these generations. Foster onsad.indd 1 3/30/2012 3:58:42 PM Grandparents assist in schools, Head Starts, libraries and other non-profit organizations throughout the East Bay. As a Foster Orphaned kittens and even moms and their babies Grandparent, you’re a role model, a mentor, and a friend. You are looking for clean, loving, and safe foster homes. will help children learn to read, provide one-on-one tutoring, and guide children in need. Foster Grandparents receive a modest Help us make a difference by providing a safe and happy hourly tax-free stipend, travel allowance, meals, paid holidays and accident and liability insurance while on duty. place for cats to have their babies.

If you are interested in becoming a Foster Grandparent or if you are an organization interested in sponsoring a Foster Not able to donate your home? How about your time? We are also Grandparent, please contact East Bay Community Action Program looking for bottle feeders! at 401-435-7876.

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All food and medical will be provided by Cat Adoption Services.

For more information, contact Rita Falaguerra, Cat Adoption Team Services at 401-433-1946 or email at: Rfalaguerr@aol.com

Considering Adoption?

Providence, August 18, 2014 – Adoption Options is holding a free informational session those considering adoption and are interested in hearing about available options. Licensed adoption workers will be available to provide information and answer questions.

In Rhode Island, the next meeting is scheduled from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at 959 North Main Street in Providence on September 18, 2014.

Adoption Options, a non-sectarian, non-profit, comprehensive adoption program of Jewish Family Service works with prospective adoptive parents, birth parents and people who have been adopted. The agency is licensed in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, with offices in Attleboro and Providence. The agency’s work with all members of the adoption triad is focused on helping individuals to understand their options and make the most informed choices for their future.

For more information, please contact Peg Boyle at 401-3315437 or visit www.AdoptionOptions.org.

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v e r y u S e e r F 2014 Defi ciency Announcing The 5th Anniversary Of Hattie Ide Chaffee Home's In-House Rehabilitation Department!

Congratulations on another successful year!

Hattie Ide Chaffee Home : * Short-Term Individualized Rehabilitation Programs * Home-like Environment * Non-Profit * Remodeled Private Bedrooms and Bathrooms * New Whirlpool/Spa * Free Wireless Internet * Free Cable TV * Highest Nursing Staff to Resident Ratio in the Area * Family Atmosphere

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Hattie Ide Chaffee had 169 residents successfully discharged to their own home!

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Closer than You Think!

August 27, 2014, (East Providence, RI)—Well over a thousand people stopped

by Hennessey Elementary School on Saturday, August 25, for BridgePointe Christian Church’s Back to School Fair.

BridgePointe, located on Waterman Ave in East Providence, partnered with local businesses, organizations, and the East Providence Rotary to provide 450 backpacks full of supplies, 110 haircuts, eye screenings, and a pancake breakfast to families from Hennessey, Whiteknact, and Kent Heights schools.

“This event brings a sense of community,” reflected Dr. Carrie McWilliams, principal at Hennessey Elementary, “and allows parents one less thing they have to worry about in getting set up for the school year in these tough, economic times.” After picking out their school supplies, kids enjoyed pancakes, face painting, mini golf, and more.

One grateful parent commented, “This day really means a lot to me. It helps me out in sending my children back to school. I just want to say thank you.”

“We really want our community here in East Providence to know they are loved

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BACK TO SCHOOL! by us and by God,” explained Josh Pezold, Director of Outreach at BridgePointe. “While the Back to School season can be exciting, we know the cost of supplies and clothes can add up and cause stress for many families. This was one way for the church to show our community that we care.”

Mark your calendars for next August as BridgePointe plans to continue partnering with East Providence schools and families through the Back to School Fair!

BridgePointe is a non-denominational Christian church located at 850 Waterman Ave in East Providence. Learn more at BridgePointeChristian.com.

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Back to School!

Take the Stress out of Back-to-School School stress is a reality. The American Academy of Pediatrics reports that “too much work and too little play could backfire down the road because we are seeing a generation of students who appear to be manifesting increased signs of depression, anxiety, perfectionism, and stress”. Competition to succeed can force some children to avoid school, fall behind in classes, or even drop out altogether. There are things parents can watch for to help reduce a child’s anxieties.

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What will your kids be doing after school this fall?

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Teach time management skills: Organizational skills are crucial to help reduce stress from an early age. Spreading out tasks over a week-long period, for instance, often seems more manageable than “cramming” all at once. It is important to budget time for homework AND for recreation. Introduce the idea of using a planner/calendar to keep track of assignments.

Stress-relieving homework tips: Create a check-list and have your child check off each item when complete. Work with teachers as they may post homework and test schedules to school website calendars. Add these dates and assignments with your child to the planner/calendar. Talk to your child to prioritize homework and study time. Students and parents can also explore on-line resources on school websites. Keep in touch with teachers and administrators, especially if your child is struggling, and research the availability of homework clubs, math clubs, science clubs, tutoring, etc. Finally, keep a designated homework area that is neat and quiet and free from distractions like video games, television, etc.

Manage your child’s total schedule: Whether you are an adult or a child, over-scheduling is a huge contributor to stress.

Striking a balance between school, homework, sports, and other extra activities will give your child appropriate time to accomplish what needs to be done with what he or she would like to do.

Being on-the-go may be normal for some children, but most need downtime to play and “just be kids.”

Encourage family time: Children should enjoy regular meals, exercise, play time, a good night’s sleep, and time to spend with family members and friends. Mealtimes are great opportunities to review the day and discuss issues that may be bothering your child. Try to ask open-ended questions that ensure more than a one-word answer.

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Watch for signs: You know your child better than anyone.

Watch for signs that your child may be stressed. Young children may complain of stomach aches, headaches, or simply try to get out of going to school. Older students may make casual comments that really suggest a feeling of hopelessness or despair. In some extreme cases, children resort to hurting themselves in ways such as cutting to relieve stress.

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Be mindful of parental pressure: We all want what is best for our children, and the pressure to succeed in school, be accepted by the best colleges, and go onto the best paying job can be overwhelming. Competition is fierce and we don’t want our children to fall behind.

But, as parents, we need to balance the support and encouragement to succeed with the long term goals of health, happiness, and security. When asking about school, try not to focus solely on the grades, but on what was learned that day, what happened that was exciting or funny, or what interested your child most. It is important to realize that a few low test scores here and there will not implode your child’s future.

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The most important ways to help your children minimize school stress are to be there for them, keep the lines of communication open with them and with the school, encourage them to do their best, and not lose sight of the fact that they are still children, who need to enjoy life. A balanced approach is the true key to their success in life.

Access to Care When You Need It: East Bay Center clinicians are available by scheduled appointment or through the Center’s “Walk-in” model of care to assist adults, children, and their families through any number of complicated issues.

Conveniently located in East Providence on the Wampanoag Trail, help is just around the corner. We encourage you to visit our website at www.eastbay. org for information regarding services, employment, locations, etc. To speak to someone regarding services or to schedule an appointment, please call 401-246-1195 and ask for “Intake.”

Special thanks to the American Academy of Pediatrics and WebMD for some of the information contained in this article.

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SCHOOL NEWS ACCEPT the CHALLENGE SEE things DIFFERENTLY Get Your HANDS Dirty FIND Your VOICE MAKE Some NOISE MAKE Something BETTER Fit in by STANDING OUT

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Providence Country Day School Wins International Video Awards

East Providence, RI — PCD has been awarded two Circle of Excellence Awards by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education. CASE describes the awards as the advancement industry’s premier international awards program—recognizing “superior accomplishments that have lasting impact, demonstrate the highest level of professionalism and deliver exceptional results. (Winners) epitomize the profession’s best practices, raise standards and contribute to a growing body of knowledge about advancement.”

In 2012-2013, PCD produced a series of six promotional videos, in order to share the school’s unique learning environment with new families. The signature piece, Accept the Challenge, laid the foundation for a call-to-action series that presented a range of perspectives on the school’s program.

Through the six videos, viewers are directed to Get Your Hands Dirty, See Things Differently, Make Some Noise, Make Something Better, and Find Your Voice. Two of the videos were singled out this year by CASE for their original and creative approaches.

Of the 629 higher education institutions, independent schools, and nonprofits from around the world that submitted more than 3,000 entries, 168 institutions received awards. Only 14 of the recipients were independent schools and PCD was the only independent school to receive a video award. Accept the Challenge received a silver award and Find Your Voice received a bronze.

When the first video was introduced at an all school assembly, Head of School Vince Watchorn said, “It is only because we have a school like this and students like you, that we could make a movie like this.”

“We were excited about this project from the beginning,” said PCD Director of Communication, Nellie Walcoff. “We wanted to present PCD in a new way and give viewers a unique snapshot of our program and community. The feedback has been great; earning this recognition is a bonus.”

See the videos at www.providencecountryday.org/admission/accept-the-challenge.

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37th Annual RI Heritage Day Festival Saturday, September 20, 2014

Roger Williams National Memorial, 284 North Main St., Providence, RI Noon to Dusk - Rain date: Sunday, September 21, 2014.

“TRAVEL AROUND THE WORLD IN ONE DAY”

Admission to this family event is FREE Rhode Islanders of all ages are invited to join in a lively celebration of our state’s rich cultural heritage. The Roger Williams National Memorial (North Main St) will be filled with booths from countries such as Venezuela, India, Korea, Haiti, Bolivia, Sweden, Ireland and others that will showcase their culture, music, and dance.

The Rhode Island Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission partners with the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts (RISCA), Hispanic Heritage Committee of Rhode Island and Welcoming Rhode Island, a program of Dorcas International Institute of Rhode Island (DIIRI) to celebrate peace, diversity and the rich ethnic cultures in the state of Rhode Island.

The booths will have cultural exhibits and display craft demonstrations from all over the world. The food court will have a mouth-watering array of traditional foods and drinks. The children’s area will have The Peace Flag Project, face painting and arts and crafts.

A parade of international flags representing over 30 countries will start off the day. Dancers and musicians from various countries dressed in native and colorful costumes will perform Saturday afternoon. Kobi Dennis of NightVision and Angela Sharkey will be the MC’s.

We will be celebrating National Welcoming Week (September 15-21) and Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 - October 15).

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Birth Announcements Conor James Lafreniere

James Lafreniere and Jessica Cabral-Lafreniere of Barrington, are happy to announce the birth of their son, Conor James Lafreniere on Thursday, June 5, 2014 at 8:31 a.m. at Women and Infants Hospital of RI. Conor weighted 7Ibs 14 ounces and was 20 inches long. He was welcomed home by big sister Sofia and big brother James. His maternal grandparents are Jose and Ana Cabral of Riverside. His paternal grandmother is Margaret Lafreniere of Central Falls. His godparents are Timothy and Kristal Cabral of Seekonk, and Jessica Cabral of Swansea.

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Augustin and Colleen Busschaert of Riverside are happy to announce the birth of their son James Patrick Busschaert on Saturday August 16, 2014 at 6:16 am at Women and Infants Hospital (Hasbro) in Providence, RI. James weighed 9 lbs 3 oz at birth and was 21 inches long. Grandparents of James Patrick are Stephen and Wanda Busschaert of Rochester, NY and Frank and Joyce McEnaney of North Scituate, RI.

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September 2014 Events at Providence Children’s Museum

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Imagination Playground

Daily in September (Tuesday - Sunday) • 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Kids invent their own ways to play as they stack and build with huge blue foam blocks, wheels, spools, tubes and a variety of loose parts. Construct castles and forts, invent interesting sculptures and more! Underwritten by Dominion Foundation.

Play and Learn

Tuesdays in September • 10:00 AM - Noon Play and Learn is Providence Children’s Museum’s open-ended story-based program designed to help 2- to 4-year-olds build their skills in a variety of areas and to give parents resources for continuing the learning at home. Try different fun-filled activities each Tuesday morning.

Happy Grandparents Day!

Sunday, September 7 • 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Admission to Providence Children’s Museum is free all day for grandmoms and granddads. Bring the family to play, explore and discover together! Children craft cards and collages in Discovery Studio, the Museum’s hands-on art and science exploration space, from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage

Friday, September 19 • 5:00 - 7:00 PM Join Ecuadorian artist Poncho Franco for a puppet-making workshop at Providence Children’s Museum to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Families decorate fabric puppets with clothing and accessories typical of Latino countries and learn how to handle the puppets. Also explore the Museum’s Coming to Rhode Island exhibit, a time-traveling adventure that celebrates the state’s cultural diversity, and shop in the 1960s bodega of Dominican immigrant Josefina Rosario.

The Museum is open from 5:00 - 8:00 PM and admission is free, sponsored by MetLife Foundation.

Block Party

Saturday, September 27 & Sunday, September 28 • 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Kids mix and match the Museum’s massive collection of colorful building materials! Stack imaginative blocks of all shapes and sizes to create towering structures, construct room-sized block cities and more.

Providence Children’s Museum – Come play, come learn!

The Museum is located at 100 South Street in Providence’s Jewelry District. September through March, open Tuesday through Sunday and Monday school holidays, 9 AM to 6 PM, and selected Fridays until 8 PM. April through August, open 7 days.

Activities are free with Museum admission of $9.00 per person; admission is always free for Museum members. Call (401) 273KIDS or visit www.ChildrenMuseum.org.

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Flocks Once So Large...

They Would Block the Sun

Audubon Society of Rhode Island Recognizes the 100 Year Anniversary of the Passenger Pigeon Extinction The Passenger Pigeon once had a population as high as 5 billion, the most abundant bird in North America. On September 1, 1914, Martha, the last known Passenger Pigeon in existence died in the Cincinnati Zoo. In the 1700s and 1800s people witnessed nature’s bounty as migrating flocks of Passenger Pigeons filled the skies, there were hundreds of thousands of wings beating in unison. There are descriptions of flocks so large that they were known to block the sun to witnesses below. The bird also became well known due to the work of John James Audubon. The Passenger Pigeon has become a haunting example of human-caused extinction.

Unfortunately, the threats that caused the Passenger Pigeons extinction - habitat destruction and excessive hunting - still continue today. Climate change also poses new threats to birds and wildlife.

In a recent study released by Birdlife International, 1 in 8 bird species worldwide face the threat of extinction. “Familiar birds like Purple Martins and Barn Swallows are disappearing at an alarming rate,” says Stewart Butchart, chief scientist for the international organization.

Not only bird species but Monarch butterflies, once similar in number to Passenger Pigeons have declined by more than 90% according to the Center of Biological Diversity. Leading to a recently filed legal petition to have United States Fish and Wildlife Service extend Endanger Species Act protection to the Monarch.

“It is alarming that in the span of only 50 years the Passenger Pigeon was driven from a population in the billions to total extinction,” said Larry Taft, Executive Director of the Audubon Society Rhode Island. “The example of the Passenger Pigeon is an important lesson for all of us to remember today as it underscores the continued need for wildlife conservation. That is why Audubon is recognizing this unfortunate milestone in natural history.”

Starting on September 1 and continuing through the remainder of 2014, Audubon will be bringing attention to endangered species by creating a “Flock” of folded paper Passenger Pigeons.

Stop by the Audubon Environmental Education Center in Bristol, RI and for a $.50 donation (to support endangered species) individuals can fold their own Passenger Pigeon and add it to a growing flock.

The national “Fold the Flock” initiative has started hundreds of flocks across the country, totaling over 75,000 folded birds.

Audubon folded Passenger Pigeons will be on display at the Environmental Education Center, 1401 Hope Street, Bristol, RI. You can also download an origami template of the Passenger Pigeon at home (www.foldtheflock.org) and bring your folded pigeon to either the Audubon Environmental Education Center or Audubon Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge in Smithfield.

For more information on how you can fold the flock, visit our website at www.asri.org.

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                  

     

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             

        



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

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

                            

              

        

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The Reporter September 2014

East Providence Senior Center News Highlights

610 Waterman Avenue, East Providence, RI 02914 Phone 435-7800 Dining Room Ext. 2 Fax 435-7803

The mission of the east providence senior center is to assist, inform and enrich the lives of all persons 55 years of age and older or disabled persons in the East Providence area

Smart Driving Course

Thurs, Sept. 4th SNAP 11:00am Seminar Room Fri, Sept. 5th Blood Pressure Clinic 10:30am Dining Room Tues, Sept. 9th Chestnut Terrace 10:30am Lobby Wed, Sept. 10th Blood Pressure Clinic 10:30am Dining Room Thurs, Sept. 11th Diabetes Education 9:30am Breed Hall Mon, Sept. 15th Caregiver’s Support 10:30am Craft Room

Smart Driving Course 11:30 amSeminar Room Thurs, Sept. 18th Diabetes Education 9:30am Breed Hall

Blood Pressure Clinic 10:30am Dining Room

AARP Board Meeting 1:00pm Seminar Room

Red Hatters 1:30pm Dining Room Fri, Sept. 19th SNAP Food Stamps 9:00am Admin Office

INSight 12:45pm MP Room Tues, Sept. 23rd Blood Pressure Clinic 10:30am Seminar Room Wed, Sept. 24th RSVP Board Meeting 1:00pm Seminar Room Thurs, Sept. 25th Podiatrist 8:00am Health Office

Advisory Board 9:30am Seminar Room Diabetes Education 9:30am Breed Hall Diabetes Support 1:00pm Seminar Room Mon, Sept. 29th Flu Clinic 12:30pm Seminar Room

Computer Assistance 2:00pm Computer Lab

Monday, September 15th Wednesday 11:30am AARP introduces a new “Smart Driver Program”. Formerly, “AARP Driver Safety”, the new curriculum contains the latest research & industry insights and exciting new topics. The new workbook contents are participant friendly and easy to follow. The associated program video has been re-formatted and includes interviews with experts.

The program fees are now $15.00 for AARP members and $20.00 for non-members. NO TESTS! Tony Ballirano, Deputy State Coordinator, will be conducting this program which is open to all.

If an insurance discount is one of your objectives, please inquire with your automobile insurer to determine if you qualify for a discount for completing this program. Please bring a lunch or snack especially if you have a medical condition. To register, please sign up in the Administration Office or Call 435-7800 Ext. 3.

Over 25 Years of Caring for Our Community

We meet in the EPSC Lobby at 9:00 am and walk on the trails outside. If the weather is bad or it is too humid we are able to walk inside using a DVD.

Diabetes Outpatient Education Classes Your Health Insurance will cover one complete 4 day session per year. Classes are taught by Certified Nurses, Dietitians, and Pharmacists. Learn the skills to successfully manage your diabetes and meet others with this disease. You are not alone!

NEXT SESSION BEGINS Thursdays, September 11th through October 2nd, from 9:30am to 11:30am.

Please contact the center’s health office at 435-7800, Ext. 6 with any questions and to register.

Class size is limited. Pre-registration is required.

Dieticians Ann Marie Sabula and Mary Proietta, Registered Dieticians are available for appointments in the health office. They will counsel you in private about your personal nutritional needs and insurance covers these visits. They are also certified diabetes educators. To schedule a visit, stop by the health office or call us at 435-7800 Ext. 1

Waterview Villa Rehabilitation and Health Care Center is a 132 bed facility that offers the following: • Physical • Occupational • Speech Therapies • IV Therapies • Enteral Nutrition and Hydration • Wound/Post Surgical Care • Tracheostomy Care • Ostomy Care • Cox TV and Wi-Fi Services • Telephone Services Central Air Conditioning • Private Bathroom in all Resident Rooms

Come and tour our beautiful facility.

401-438-7020 1275 SOUTH BROADWAY, EAST PROVIDENCE, RI athenahealthcare.com/waterviewvilla Managed by Athena Health Care Systems

YOUR H EALTH

Walking Club Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:00 am

Podiatrist Thursday, Sept. 25th Dr. Michael Reuter, Podiatrist, will be in the Health Office Thursday, @ 8am. To schedule your appointment or if you have any questions call Dr. Reuter’s office directly at: 228-7887 and speak with Diane. Dr. Reuter accepts most major insurance plans.

Reiki Master 9:30 - Noon Carole Caprio is available for 30 minutes /$15.00 or 60 minutes

September 2014 The Reporter /$30.00 Reiki sessions Thursday mornings beginning at 9:30. Reiki is a profoundly simple hands-on technique that assists one in their ability to reduce pain, heal injuries, regain balance, increase energy, enhance the immune system, reduce stress and tension, and promote physical and emotional well-being. It is safe, peaceful, and relaxing. To schedule an appointment, please call Carole @ 861-3675. For more information, please visit Carole’s website at http://www.indepthhealing.abmp.com.

Blood Pressure Clinics 10:30am Friday, Sept.5th Orchard View Manor Wednesday, Sept.10th Waterview Villa Thursday, Sept. 18th Evergreen House Tuesday, Sept. 23rd Hattie Ide Chaffee Mediation Fridays 11am Have you ever thought you would like to learn to meditate? Would you like more information on the health benefits of meditation? Ann Marie Sabula RD and Ellen Frazier lead a weekly meditation group at the senior center on Friday mornings @ 11 am. This program is free and open to all members.

Looking for Resources?

Are you looking for information regarding statewide senior housing, assisted living facilities, adult day centers or local nursing facilities? Please see Ellen Frazier in the Administration Office for more information or call 435-7800 Ext. 3.

Other resources available are Living Will documents, Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare and more.

Computer Assistance Monday, September 29th 2pm to 4pm On the last Monday of every month, two students from MTTI career training school will assist any member with computer questions. These volunteers will try to resolve your computer problems, and help you with a computer course you may be taking. The students will be in the computer lab.

Support Groups Diabetes Support 1:00pm - 2:00pm Open meeting held monthly for people with diabetes to meet for mutual support.

The group meets the fourth Thursday of each month.

Caregiver’s Support 10:30am 11:30am This support group is held the third Monday each month. The sessions offer support and sharing with others who are caring for loved ones.

Stroke Club 1:30pm - 3:00pm The Stroke Club meets on the first Wednesday of each month and provides entertainment, education, support, socialization, refreshments, and

transportation for stroke survivors and their caregivers.

In-Sight Support 12:45pm - 3:00pm In-Sight offers programs and support in productive living for the vision impaired.

The group meets the 3rd Friday of every month.

Senior Center Library The library is a very warm and lovely place for people to choose a good book and read in a nice quiet area. We continue to receive many donations of new and current books. These donations have truly enhanced the quantity of our library.

We also have current magazines for your enjoyment. The book club meets on Monday afternoons. New club members are welcome.

General Services

Elder Information Specialist: Our Elder Information Specialist assists the elderly and their families in providing information /referral and assistance with accessing services and programs.

Nutrition Program: The center provides a nutritional meal to approximately 125 seniors per day. The Cranston Senior Center provides the meals.

Case Management / Senior Services: The center coordinates with East Bay Community Action Program Inc., for all casework and follow-ups.

Protective Services Council, made up of city departments and mental health/ social service agencies, meets monthly to discuss problems concerning the elderly.

Transportation: The center has two buses that are used daily for door-to-door transportation to and from the center.

Notary: This service is available in the Administration Office at no charge.

Seminars: Monthly social, educational, and financial seminars on topics relating to seniors.

Manicurist: A manicurist visits the center weekly for manicures and polish changes.

Gift Shop: The gift shop has many different items for the convenience of the seniors. Small items from candy and greeting cards to jewelry, handmade items and crafts are available.

Exercise Programs Intermediate Yoga Monday & Wednesday 9am $3 Integrated YOGA for emotional/mental power. Flexibility, strength, balances, beauty, stretching, weight reduction, improved breathing, relaxation, and stress relief. All are components of our Yoga classes.

Beginners Yoga Mondays 10:30am $3

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Ballroom Dancing Mondays 2:00pm $5 Aerobics Tuesday & Thursday 9:30am $2 Instructor Karen Boyd gives members a great cardiovascular workout. Hand and ankle weights are used to tone and build your muscles.

Tai Chi Tuesday 11:00am $3 This ancient art form of exercise has been proven to reduce stress as well as chronic pain. It also reduces heart rate along with calming the mind and body.

Arthritis Exercise Wednesday & Friday 10:45am No Charge A proper balance of exercise and rest can help relieve stiffness and maintain or improve your joint mobility and muscle strength.

Fitness Center Our fitness room is open Monday through Friday 8am - 4pm. The fitness room consists of treadmills, recumbent bikes, an elliptical stepper, hand weights, and six dual weight machines. Other features include a matted floor, mirrored walls, water, stereo, and cable TV. You must have approval from your physician to participate in this program. Forms can be obtained in the Administration Office. The fee is $40 for a one year membership.

Card Games

Bridge Thursday Pokeno Monday Cockroach Tuesday Cribbage Tuesday Hi Lo Jack League Friday

1:00pm 1:00pm 8:15am 1:00pm 1:20pm

Wii Bowling Tuesday 10:15 - 11:45 Come join our very enthusiastic Wii Bowling Group every Tuesday. Using our large screen TV our participants have a great time bowling. If you have never tried this the group will teach you and you’re sure to pick it up quickly

Classes

Watercolor Tuesday 9:30am & 12:30pm $5 Come learn a form of watercolor for all levels of talent. Some of the fantastic artwork is displayed throughout the center.

Crafts Thursday 1:00pm Craft class makes dolls for Hasbro Children’s Hospital and cancer pillows for Women & Infants Hospital. Other “make and take” crafts will be taught.

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The Reporter September 2014 Gift Shop

Remember to visit our lovely gift shop located in the dining room area. We have a great selection of hand made items, gift cards, and snacks.

BBB Warns of Tax, IRS Phone Scam IRS and tax-related phone scams are being reported to the Better Business Bureau nationwide.

The BBB warns that scammers are posing as IRS officials and threaten jail time and loss of property to residents who owe taxes.

The agency has received calls from residents who say they even receive voicemail messages stating they need to contact the IRS immediately or they would face legal consequences.

Other messages left on the voice threaten arrest by U.S. Marshals for failure to pay the correct amount of taxes.

In addition to claiming to be from the IRS, other individuals say they have been called by people stating they were with the U.S. Treasury both are scams, they say.

These IRS and tax-related phone scams are being reported to BBBs nationwide.

According to the IRS, the agency never contacts taxpayers by phone requesting money. They also never contact taxpayers by email. If there is an issue with the IRS that requires your response, the contact would be made by U.S. mail.

BBB recommends the following tips if you receive one of these scam phone calls: Hang Up - Don’t provide any information over the phone. Call the IRS directly using the phone number found on their legitimate website. http://www.irs.gov Protect Personal Information - In response to an incoming call, never give out any personal or financial information such as your Social Security number, financial information or any passwords and other identifying information.

IRS Contacts via U.S. Mail - If a caller claiming to be an IRS agent notifies you of an outstanding tax debt, but you haven’t received official notification from the IRS through the United States Postal Service, it is most likely a scam. The IRS always starts by sending taxpayers written notification of any tax due via U.S. Mail.

Look Out for Spoofing - Part of scammers’ sophisticated tactics include ‘spoofing,’ which happens when the caller masks their own number and causes the number of a well-known service, like the IRS, to appear on caller ID. Don’t be a victim!...And if you think you have been REPORT IT. REMEMBER...

You should never give out personal information to someone who calls.

The Government will not and does not call for this or any other personal information

AARP East Providence Chapter #1302

The AARP East Providence Chapter #1302 will be meeting on Thursday, October 2 at 12:30 pm at the Riverside Congregational Church on 15 Oak Avenue in Riverside. After a brief business meeting we will be holding an appetizer buffet for $3.00 per person featuring Ken’s world famous chicken wings.

We we also be holding our very popular Horror Bag Auction. New members and guests are always welcome.

The monthly donation for the Food Bank is soup, no glass containers please.

Our Troop donations for October will be toiletries. We are still in need of our other donations of box tops, can tabs, old cell phones and eye glasses.

The October board meeting will be held on Thursday October 16 at 1:30 pm at the East Providence Senior Center.

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September 2014 The Reporter

Dave Says

Cutcliffe Glavin

Repair Now or Buy Later?

Dear Dave, I’m driving a 10-year-old car with 195,000 miles on it. The car needs $1,500 in repairs, and it’s worth $5,000. I have $40,000 in cash saved, $40,000 in investments and I make $80,000 a year. I also have $15,000 in student loan debt, but the only other thing I owe on is my house. Should I pay to repair the car or buy something else for $15,000?

Dave Dear Dave, Nice name! If you wrote a $15,000 check for a newer car and wrote a $15,000 check for the student loans, it would leave you with $10,000. I wouldn’t buy a $15,000 car in your situation. I’d buy a $10,000 car. You could sell your current car for around $3,500 if it needs repairs, combine that with your money and get a $13,500 car. Then, you could write a check and pay off the student loan.

With no car payment, no student loan payment and a good car, you can really lean into your budget. Think about it. You’d have no debt except for your home, and you could rebuild your savings in a hurry and be in really great shape in about six months. Plus, you’d have $15,000 sitting there in the meantime!

—Dave

No Pets Allowed Dear Dave, I have several rental properties, and lately I’ve been spending a ton of money remodeling them because I allow pets. Do you think I should begin refusing tenants with pets?

Jim Dear Jim, This is a tough one for me, because I have three dogs of my own. I’ve got a pug that’s older than dirt, a shih tzu with an attitude and the best golden retriever on the planet. I love animals, and like you, I’ve got a lot of rental properties. But I don’t allow animals in my properties.

Some people have accused me of hating all animals except my own. I can tell you that’s not true. But the fact is a lot of people don’t take good care of their animals and keep an eye on them.

It’s hard enough to find trustworthy, responsible renters these days, and if you add a dog or cat on top of that you’re just asking for trouble. I’ve had situations in the past where I had to spend $10,000 to clean up a house after a tenant had a dog or cat in there. They’ll chew things up, stain and stink things up, and tear things up. Sometimes you even have to replace the floorboards!

I had a lady offer me $10,000 deposit the other day on one of my properties, just so she could move in with her dog. I said no.

It’s in all my leases now — no animals. I don’t allow them in at the beginning, and if one of my tenants gets one after they move in they either have to find a new home for the animal or move out themselves. At that point they’re in violation of the lease.

The problem is I really do have a heart for animals. I love them.

But as a landlord who’s running a business, it just doesn’t make sense.

—Dave * Dave Ramsey is America’s trusted voice on money and business. He has authored five New York Times best-selling books: Financial Peace, More Than Enough, The Total Money Makeover, EntreLeadership and Smart Money Smart Kids. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 8 million listeners each week on more than 500 radio stations. Follow Dave on Twitter at @DaveRamsey and on the web at daveramsey.com.

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IN MEMORIAM Alfred N. Bissonnette 61 of Park Rd, Riverside passed away peacefully on July 17, 2014 at Rhode Island Hospital.

Norma E. Dawson, 87, of Woodward Avenue, East Providence passed away Wednesday, July 30, 2014 at the Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center in Providence.

Carmella M. (Marzocchi) DeConcilis, 98, passed away July 30th.

John P. Logan, Jr., 89 of East Knowlton Street, Riverside died Sunday, July 27, 2014 at home.

Cecilia (Cabral) Medeiros, of Orchard St., died peacefully surrounded by her family Thursday morning, July 31, 2014 at the Orchard View Manor.

Richard J. Murphy, 88, died peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Sunday July, 27, 2014 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center.

Mary E. (Haggerty) Schnabel, 90, passed away peacefully at home on July 26, 2014.

Jeffrey K. Yencho, 60, of Huntington Drive, Rumford and formerly of Denver, Colorado died Friday August 1, 2014 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center.

Richard A. “Spunk” Pimentel, 73 of Dover Avenue passed away Friday August 1, 2014 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center.

Eileen Conforti, (85), born in Bronx, NY on May 21, 1929, passed away peacefully on July 15th under Hospice Care in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida.

John V. DeGoes, 77, of Rumford, RI passed away unexpectedly Tuesday August 5, 2014 surrounded by his loving family.

Joseph J. Dewey, 81, of Rumford, passed away Tuesday, August 5, 2014.

Dorothea “Dora” Fonseca, 81 of Cedar Avenue, Riverside passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, August 5, 2014.

Eleanor T. Couto, age 73, of Grove Ave., died August 7, 2014 at home.

Angela (Saber) Abraham, 90, of Waterfront Drive and formerly of Lincoln, died Saturday, August 9, 2014 at the Philip Hulitar Inpatient Center, Providence.

Maria G. (Margie) Doyle, age 89, died August 6, 2014 at Evergreen House.

Walter S. Bigos, of Deer Street, Rumford passed away on August 8, 2014.

Alice M. (Martin) Christe, 86, of Barney Street, Rumford, died peacefully on August 13, 2014.

Yusef L. A’Vant, 42 of Pawtucket Avenue died on Wednesday, August 13, 2014 at Rhode Island Hospital.

John J. Chiariello, 86, of Beverly Road, Riverside, died peacefully on August 15, 2014.

Carolyn Sousa, 72, of Pawtucket Avenue passed away on Friday, August 15, 2014 at Rhode Island Hospital.

Fernando J. Silveira, 69 of Lawrence Drive, East Providence passed away on Thursday, August 14, 2014 at Rhode Island Hospital.

Robert O. Barr, Jr., “Bob,” passed away at age 74 on August 13, 2014 in Providence, RI. Carlos A. DeCunha, 50, of Becker Ave., Riverside, died unexpectedly Saturday night, Aug. 16, 2014 at the RI Hospital.

Ted D. Hilton, 65, of Meadowcrest Drive, Riverside, died unexpectedly on August 16, 2014.

Mary (Arcuri) Ricci, 81, formerly of Lakeside Street, Riverside, died peacefully on August 16, 2014 at the home of her son Joseph Ricci and his wife Phyllis in Seekonk, MA. Eugene Napoleon Tetreault Jr., 92, of Astral Ave., Riverside, died Friday afternoon, Aug. 22, 2014.

Jose “Joe” Antonio, 75, of Rumford, passed away at home on August 24, 2014 after a courageous battle with his illness.

Roxie S. Erickson, 101, died Wednesday, August 20, 2014 at Tockwotton on the Waterfront.

Estelle B. Vincent, died Monday peacefully with her family by her side at the Philip Hulitar Center.

Theresa Wilcox, 100, of Commack Road died Saturday August 23, 2014 at the Hattie Ide Chaffee Home.

Louisa J. Hodges, 87, a life-long resident of East Providence, died on August 23’rd.

Jane Carey, 82, died Tuesday at the Landmark Medical Center in Woonsocket, RI. Mary C. (Meleo) Hughes, 90, of Shady Lane, Riverside, died peacefully on August 27, 2014 surrounded by her loving friends and family.

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IN MEMORIAM

Piedade (Martins) Antonio

Precious Piedade Antonio 102, of East Providence went home to be with her Lord and Savior whom she loved very much on Monday, July 21, 2014. She was the wife of the late Joao Antonio.

Born in Carrascal Portugal, she was the daughter of the late Jose and Maria de Jesus Martins.

Piedade worked very hard in the farmlands in Portugal while raising her children. She enjoyed coming to America with her family in 1958 and starting a better life with her husband and children.

She really enjoyed having many family cookouts and having the family together on many other occasions. She always prayed for her family and loved every one of them very much.

She is survived by three daughters; Maria Cabral and her husband Adelino, Alice Antonio and Delfina Harrison and seven sons; Jose Antonio and wife Barbara, Manuel Antonio and wife Maria, David Antonio and wife Theresa, Celestino Antonio and wife Priscilla, Fernando Antonio and wife Carol, Anibal Antonio and wife Judith, and John Antonio; and her 25 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. She was dearly loved by all of them and will be greatly missed.

She was the mother of the late Maria do Ceu Antonio.

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CCRI in 2012 with an Associate’s Degree in Applied Science, garnering honors in Massage Therapy - a program that is accredited by the Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA).Victoria is certified by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB).She is licensed to provide massage in Rhode Island (MT02060) and is an active member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA). In addition to her knowledge of Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Sports Massage and Shiatsu Accupoints. She is certified in Oncology Massage having completed 80 hours at St. Anne’s Hospital, Fall River, MA. $50 hour. Cash or check only please. Call 401-374-0178 for an appointment. (e914) HOUSE CLEANING SERVICES: Are you looking for a great house cleaning person?

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Yard Sale from Multiple Families! YARD SALE at Poppasquash Swim Club, 1651 Horton Street, North Dighton Sat. & Sun. September 27 and 28 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Huge Multi Family Yard Sale!! We’re back!! Multi Family Yard Sale. 199 Brightridge Avenue, E.P. Sat. 9/20 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Rain date - Sun. 9/21. Huge assortment! (e914)

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2nd Annual Team Boo Vendor Event 5500 North Main Street Sept 14, 2014 Open to public, shop with many vendors, Be A Match, raffles and door prize Sept 14, 2014/ 9am till 3 pm. (e914)

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SEPTEMBER BUSINESS DIRECTORY Appliance Repairs CJS / Statewide Appliance Repair 27 Attorney Cutcliffe, Galvin & Archetto 59 Attorney Donald E. MacManus, Attorney 53 Auto Body Fogarty Auto Body 27 Auto Body Tri Star Autobody, Inc. 20 Auto Repairs Barbosa & Son Auto Repair 18 Auto Repairs Metric Motors 19 Auto Repairs New England Tire 2 Auto Repairs Somerset Chrysler Jeep48 Auto Repairs Somerset Subaru - Max Motors, Inc 43 Auto Services Dorman’s Auto Center, Inc. 51 Auto Services Vally Auto Service & Fuel 6 Bakery Crugnale Bakery 20 Bank Coastway Community Bank 23 Building Contractor A.J. Adams Bldg & Remodeling Co. 39 Candidate - East Prov. Brian J. Faria 10 Candidate - East Prov. Timothy Conley 12 Chamber of Commerce East Providence Chamber 55 Church St. Marys Episcopal Church 33 Collectibles Wexler’s Collectibles 14 Concrete American Mobile Mix Concrete Inc. 36 Country Club Pawtucket Country Club 18 Crossfit Fitt 101 64 Dance Studio Arthur Murray 15 Dance Studio Twinkle Toes Dance Studio 49 Dentist Eager Family Dentistry 64 Dentist Lisa Daft DMD & Associates, PC 16 Dentist Romani Orthodontics 8 Dentist Smith Family Dental Associates 24 Entertainment King Richard’s Faire 58 Fence-Sales/Serv.

Foxx Fence 53 Fireplaces/ Chimney’s Stovepipe Fireplace Shop Inc. 45 Florist Gilmores Flower Shop 32 Fuel - Oil Al’s Quality Oil Co. 28 Fuel - Oil Wood’s Heating Service 33 Fuel - Propane Dupuis Oil 24 Generators Columbus Fan & Machine 20 Golf Club Segregansett Country Club 42 Hair Salon Shear Image Salon 19 Handyman Just In Time Handyman Service 6 Hardware Store Adler’s Hardware 11 Health & Fitness Renaissance Gymnastics Academy 39 Health & Fitness YMCA of Greater Providence 50 Heating Service Larry’s Heating & A.C. 43

Home Improvements Mark Koussa Carpentry 35 Landscape Service East Bay Landscape, Inc. 53 Landscape Service Superior Lawn Care 25 Laundromat Bullocks Point Laundromat 21 Martial Arts Sanshou Fighting and Fitness 37 Mortgage Broker Accutrust Mortgage 8 Mortgage Broker Prospect Mortgage, llc 15 Music Rick’s Musical Instruments 26 Musical Instruction Frankie Ranks Guitar Zone 50 Nursing Home Hattie Ide Chaffee Home 47 Nursing Homes Waterview Villa 56 Optometrists Dr. Lyn-Marie Behmke 22 Optometrists Dr. Thomas Antonian 22 Optometrists Envisions Eyecare Center 49 Optomitrist Pearle Vision 25 Orthodontics Romani Orthodontics 8 Painting Contractor Cronan Painting 28 Painting Contractor EZ Painting 19 Painting Contractor Gagne Painting Company 21 Powerwashing East Bay Pressure Wash Compan 14 Private School Dayspring Christian Academy 52 Private School St. Marys - Bay View High School 51 Private School The Providence Country Day School 52 Real Estate Mateus Realty 63 Real Estate Paiva Realty Group 15 Real Estate ReMax Rivers Edge 23 Real Estate The Tirrell Team 9 Remodeling Batty Construction 36 Restaurant B. Pinelli’s 41 Restaurant Cozy Kettle 41 Restaurant Hillside Country Club 7 Roof Cleaning/Repairs John Rico Home Improvements 14 Roofing Contractor Tabeleys Roofing 35 Screen Replacement Blackstone Valley Window & Door 21 Senior Living Tockwotton on The Waterfront 32 Smoke Shop & Lounge Churchill’s Smoke Shop & Lounge 27 Spa Cristallo Spa at Hillside CC 17 Stone Masonry Quarry Brothers, Inc. 48 Stove Shop Fireplace Showcase 35 Town City Of East Providence Canvassing 13 Town E.Providence Chamber of Commerce 33 Trash/Junk Removal Big Blue Removal Service 6 Tree Service Advanced Tree 45

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