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East Providence News Briefs By Bob Rodericks

The Political Season is Full Speed Ahead Withdrawals Eﬀect Races

The numbers have thinned a bit as East Providence will have just three contested September primaries. The remaining contested city council races are in wards 1, 2, 3 and 4. David Boucher and Michael Baptista won’t challenge at-large councilwoman Tracy Capobianco as announced. Boucher and Baptista did not return nomination signature papers. Capobianco will be returned to the city council automatically. In Ward 1, as previously reported, incumbent Mayor James Briden has announced that his busy law business precludes him from running for reelection. “My law firm now requires a greater time commitment from me than before and this has recently become a transitional year for me professionally. In addition to having an increasingly busier law practice, I am now managing the firm. For these reasons, it will not be possible for me to devote time to a campaign this year,” said the Mayor. Former State Representative Edward Lynch called the Reporter to say that he was going to run for council but then changed his mind also. “I am sorry to say that I am withdrawing my name from the city council, Ward 1, race. I am just too busy with my business, which I have ran since 1971,” said Lynch’s statement. “I am 73 years old now, and I have done a lot of thinking, along with my wife, Joanne, of just over 50 years married. It is time to forget politics and enjoy life with my family, which includes my four grandchildren.” Robert Britto, Robert Silva and David Sullivan remain in the Ward One race. Robert Silva issued a statement to the Reporter early on in the campaign: “I have chosen to run for city government to assist in bringing prosperity and stability back to our great city. It is no secret that East Providence has suffered turbulent times recently. I feel that my ambition and positive energy will help to elevate our position. I offer transparency, honesty and an emphasis on common will to our city. I know the citizens of East Providence are a strong and resilient people and I’m looking to harness that strength and resilience to bring the city back to where it belongs,” said Silva. Britto also released a statement to the Reporter. “The city is heading in a positive direction, the bond rating is better, some good financial things are happening in the city,” Britto continued. “I want to help continue this trend. I want

to follow the 5 year plan and see that taxes don’t go up,” Britto said. And David Sullivan is also running. Sullivan has been active in politics and civic organizations in the city. ‘’If elected I would hope to be part of a team with a common vision for our city. I would work with local residents to make our city a more attractive place to live, better than our surrounding communities including Seekonk,” Sullivan said. “There are a lot of business owners here in East Providence that commute to work because they don’t want to live here. As a council member I would want to turn up the heat on our state officials to fix these awful roads. I would also promote business and jobs by reducing anti-business taxes like the inventory tax and the ridiculous car tax that folks get whacked with,” added Sullivan.

announced candidate Eric Zollo has withdrawn from the Ward 2 race due to health concerns. “Citing personal health related reasons I am withdrawing my name from candidacy in the election of 2014. It is my firm belief that the City of East Providence is in need of strong leadership, compiled of elected officials who possess the ability to devote themselves to the city one hundred percent, as the people so rightfully deserve...” said the Zollo statement. continued on next page...

Inside This Issue Business Directory...................62 Classifieds......................... 61 Clubs & Museums...............24 Dining Guide........................40 E.P. Chamber of Commerce.....37 E.P. Parks and Rec. Dept......13

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In Ward 2, councilman Helda Cunha will be challenged by Brian Castro. “East Providence has significantly bounced back from the fiscal challenges it faced several years ago, and the future looks bright,” said Cunha recently. “I am running again for exactly the same reasons I ran the first time: to continue my goal of making our city the prosperous and positive place it can be for our residents and families,” Cunha told the Reporter. Cunhad had previously been the upset victor over former Mayor, Bruce Rogers. Castro also issued a brief statement upon deciding to seek the ward 2 council seat: “ I’d just like to say that after getting my health back in order I have decided to get more active in my community again. I had a bout with cancer and I’m now doing well ... I want to try and make our taxpayer dollars better serve the entire community,” said Castro. “I feel some poor choices have been made and I’d like to be a voice for the common every day people who make up our great city,” Castro added. Previously

Events & Activities...............27 How You Can Help.................43 Letters to the Editor...................5 Library..................................53 News Briefs............................3 Obituaries..........................60 People....................................18 School...............................48 Scouts...............................42 Senior Center News...............55 Sports.................................36 State House........................44 Town News.......................11

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Ward 3 councilman Tom Rose will face three challengers. Newcomers Joseph Carter, Chelsea Tague and former Rose opponent Candy Seel will run against Rose. Chelsea Tague gave the Reporter a statement which said, “I am running for city council because I want to make a positive impact on the community I live in. My goals are to make this city the most attractive in the State to do business in and help create a thriving tourist industry on our most valuable resource - our waterfront,” said Tague. “This will ensure we have all the assets necessary to prosper. We the people, seriously need to focus on improving and preserving our beautiful city. I would also like to take a fresh look at the way we fund education in our city. I am deeply concerned that so many of my former classmates have left RI to find work in other states. I feel we can do better. We are the fifth largest city in the State of Rhode Island and I am willing to do whatever it takes to make positive and long lasting changes,” added Tague. Candy Seel, a regular attendee at city council meetings, ran two years ago and is a candidate again. In declaring her candidacy, Seel says she has “become increasingly frustrated with the governance of East Providence in recent years – especially with the incumbent Councilperson from Ward 3. From what I see, he (Rose) governs basically by interfering in day-to-day city administration, using cronyism and deference to special interests as his guide,” she says. “If I have the opportunity and honor to sit in that seat, I will govern as best I can for the benefit of all the people of East Providence, not just a special few. I will work with the other members of the Council and city administrators to make East Providence’s commercial and residential tax rates regionally competitive. Our tax rates discourage new businesses and residents from moving in and, unfortunately, encourage existing businesses and residents to move out. When our tax base grows, East Providence will grow along with it,” said Seel. Newcomer to politics, Joseph Carter is planning on an active campaign. “I have lived in East Providence my entire life. I have been married to my wife Beth for 35 years. I am a lifelong parishioner of St. Brendan’s Parish in Riverside. We have two married sons and five grand children. My hope is to make a difference in this fine city,” said Carter. “Some of my goals and concerns for East Providence are, the improvement of our school system, finding ways to ease the tax burden on our tax payers and develop a plan to bring new business to our city, these are just a few of the issues I would like to discuss with the residents in ward 3. Working together we can improve and change things to reflect who we are as people and a city. I want to represent you in a fair and balanced way. I look forward to having a chance to meet you over the next

few months and talk about your concerns and share with you mine. East providence is a city of hard working middle class families and I hope to be able to represent your voice,” added Carter’s statement. For his part, incumbent Tom Rose cites his view of progress in the city recently. “All fire station projects are done, we have all new police vehicles and some new highway trucks,” Rose said. “Four years ago the city had a huge deficit. Now we have a $3.6M surplus. Our city is going in the right direction. My only reason for being on the council is to help out the city I love. It is a great feeling to help people and I want to continue doing so,” Candy Seel added Rose.

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The Ward 4 city council race may be a very spirited contest with outspoken incumbent Chrissy Rossi being challenged by current school committee member Tim Conley and Brian Faria. Conley issued a statement in which he praised some progress in the school department. “I would consider last year’s highlights to include hiring of Superintendent Mercer, rebuilding of the central administration, the budget process has significantly improved and streamlined, improvements made to special education, improvement and investments made in Oldham School, return of Middle School Sports, budget resources invested in technology and textbooks, improved NECAP Scores throughout the city highlighted by the improvement at Hennessey and East Providence High School,” Conley said. “My desire to serve, as a member of the City Council is a desire to serve the city in encouraging creativity, promoting business and economic development, and improving the educational quality of our schools. I believe the role of the city council is to provide a strategic vision and be a champion of programs and policies that promote the long-term growth and prosperity of East Providence. I intend to meet with the residents of Riverside to get

their feedback and thoughts on how East Providence should position itself to achieve its great potential and future success. The East Providence City Council needs to foster a culture of collaboration and innovation and not be mired in the micro-management of city departments that has proven to be ineffective and unproductive,” said Conley. Also running is Brian Faria. Faria is the son of city Democratic Party chairman, John Faria. “I decided to run because I feel it’s a critical time for Riverside, and while the rest of the city is moving forward, ward 4 seems to be caught in a definite power struggle between two factions. In the meanwhile, there is little getting done for our community”, said Faria. Faria told the Reporter that even though his father is a political party chairman, he doesn’t intend that to influence him. “I am not a politician nor have I ever held any office before. I would like to first say, if elected councilman of ward 4, I will not seek any further office. We need stability in ward 4, not musical chairs, unity not division, and I will work hard to accomplish that as your councilman,” added Faria. Rossi told the Reporter that she welcomes all challengers. “An informed public makes better decisions. I need to hear from constituents to make decisions on their behalf. The entire council should and that’s why I am always available and willing to listen to voters. I am running to keep Riverside residents informed and to vote in their best interest,” said Rossi. “My top 3 priorities for next year are a balanced budget, proper education funding, and economic development,” said Rossi. “A lot of people are helping to move this city forward. I want to continue speaking out for this ward and this city,” said Rossi. Four of the school committee members are unopposed and will automatically be elected. Only one race - Riverside’s Ward 4 - will have a contest. School Committee At Large Seat: Incumbent school board chairman, Joel Monteiro is unopposed and will retain his at-large seat. School Committee Ward One: Incumbent Elizabeth Clumpny will not seek reelection. That leaves former school board Chairman, Charles Tsonos, who will now run unopposed and Charles Tsonos will return to the school board. School Committee Ward Two: Incumbent Anthony Ferreira is seeking reelection. Gary Pascoa announced his intentions to run, but dropped out. continued on page 6...

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As the school year comes to a close, the Kent Heights PTA would like to thank the community for all its support throughout the year, but especially to those that supported this year’s Run for Fun and Silent Auction. Despite the poor weather, our annual Run for Fun was well attended and a lot of fun! We would like to thank and commend our generous event sponsors for their support; East Providence Cycle, Evergreen House Health Center, Graphic Ink, National Center for Safe Routes to School and Specht Physical Therapy. The PTA would like to recognize the event’s co-chairs, Valerie Perron and Jenn Enos for their hard work and efforts to the event’s success. This year’s Silent Auction was also extremely successful with over 150 auction and raffle prizes raising over $8,000 for our school. The proceeds helped us continue to enhance the education and enrichment of our students as well as continue forward with safety measures to improve our school. The PTA would also like to thank and commend the generous donors of this event for giving back to their community for a worthy cause, specifically; 2 Paul’s, AAA, Alex and Ani, Alert Ambulance, American Girl Dolls, Ava Anderson, Athena’s, B. Pinelli’s, Bank Of America, Big Lots, BJ’s, Boneyard Barbecue Saloon, Boston Duck Tours, Boston House Of Pizza, Boston Red Sox, Botelho Family, Bovi’s Tavern, Bowling Academy, Build A Bear, Café Dolce, Café Zog, Canvas on Demand, Captain Cruise & Crew, Cardi’s Furniture, Carousel of Flowers, Chardonnay’s, Chief Tavares, Churchill’s Smoke, Christopher Moore, Clamshack in Providence, Cole Michael’s Salon, Comedy Connection, Cunha Family, Davenport’s, David Vinnoco, Dublin Rose, Doug’s Music, Dr. Daft, Dream Car Gotham, Dunkin Donuts from Steve Andrade, Dunkin Donuts, Earle Dias Jr., East Providence Car Wash, East Providence Lanes, The East

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Fatima Avila and committee members, Marty Cox, Leslie Cunha, Julie Fox, Barbara Frazier, Michelle Martins-Botelho, Lisa Massa, Dargina Monteiro, Valerie Perron, Irene Tellier and Ryan Tellier for their hard work and dedication to the success of the fundraiser. The Committee would also like to give special thanks and appreciation to B. Pinelli’s and its staff for assisting the board and contributing to the success of the evening as well as Mr. Larry Kent who donated his photography services to the event. Next year’s auction is tentatively scheduled for Friday, March 13, 2015 and will again be held at B. Pinelli’s on North Broadway in East Providence. We hope to see you there! The Kent Heights PTA

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Ferreira is now unopposed. School Committee Ward Three: Incumbent Richard “Spunky”Pimentel, citing illness, will no longer seek reelection. Newcomer Nate Cahoon will be elected in Ward 3. See story elsewhere in this issue “Spunk” Pimentel. School Committee Ward Four: Incumbent Tim Conley will now run for the ward 4 city council seat against Chrissy Rossi. Those running for this seat are Karen Doucette, a school nurseteacher in Providence and Jessica Beauchaine an acKaren tive community organizer Jessica Doucette for school projects and funBeauchaine draising in the city. “Being a representative on the school committee, I believe that I can help enhance the East Providence school community,” said Doucette in a press release. “I believe that the state of Rhode Island and city of East Providence need to move in a different direction. We need to change our focus away from the current national obsession with high-stakes standardized testing, uniformity, overcrowded classrooms, antagonism toward professional teachers. Instead a move towards richer and solid curricula, creativity, collaboration, respect for the teaching profession and a dedication to promoting the joy of learning in our schools and all our children. I feel doing this will entice highly productive teachers back into our district,” said Doucette. “For over 20 years, I have been involved in East Providence’s public schools, first as a student and now as a parent of two. I would like to help steer our school district in a positive direction,” added Doucette. “I want to continue my efforts to improve our schools and communication between parents, teachers, administrators and city officials. I feel it is at this time, as a public school parent and as a current member of two school PTA’s I can be a more proactive voice for all students as a member of the next school committee,” said Beauchaine in a statement. “I am dedicated to this school district and I am ready to take action in continuing to serve the students of East Providence. Over the past years, I have demonstrated this through my passion for helping students strive for educational excellence; whether that be raising funds for new computer systems & smart boards, joining a committee to secure funds and constructing a school playground build, contributing my thoughts and ideas at PTA meetings, volunteering my time at various school and community events, collecting box tops, walking the schools with local officials, contributing to the reinstatement of middle school sports, presiding over a very active East Providence non-profit organization and attending many city, school & budget committee meetings,” continued Beauchaine. In the State House, many are also unopposed. Representative Katherine Kazarian, D-Dist. 63, Representative Gregg Amore, D-Dist. 65, Senator William Conley, D-Dist. 18 and Senator Daniel Daponte, D-Dist 14 are unopposed. Representative Helio Melo, D-Dist 64 will be opposed by Robert Botelho in November. Representative Joy Hearn, Dist. 66 (Barrington/East Providence) may have an opponent in Barrington resident Joel Hellmann, running as an independent. Representative Helio Melo, D-Dist 64 will be opposed by Republican Robert Botelho in November.

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Carl Sweeney and Family Walk For Poverty

As chronicled in The Reporter in prior special features, East Providence school maintenance custodian Carl Sweeney and family continue their passion to provide food for needy residents. The “Hope and Faith” movement started by the Sweeneys kicked up their effort by a walk-a-thon through East Providence. On Friday July 25th the volunteer group started out from Pierce Stadium and headed out to Warren Avenue eventually walking South on Pawtucket Avenue until they reached Riverside. The Sweeney group hoped to collect donations and awareness for the homeless and disadvantaged along the march. Sweeney and his family began an effort three years ago which they have named the “Hope and Faith Carl Sweeney Drive.” Almost four years later the Sweeny’s have provided food, goods and services for over 20 families in need each month. “Our drive began by asking some of our families and friends to donate $1.00 each month to help buy food to give to those who we knew elect candy seel city council ward 3 needed it most,” said Sweeney. “In just a few months that one dollar turned into much more. As people learned of this effort we soon Help me bring real change to the received donations from many others. We have received contribuWard 3 seat – professionalism, tions from local sporting goods organizations and from summer camp programs. Children in our community have had lemonade integrity and, above all, a real stands and birthday parties with proceeds going to our “Hope and commitment to the citizens and Faith Drive”, continued Sweeney. taxpayers, not to the special Sweeney issued a thank you to the community after Friday’s walk: “Thanks to everyone for walking, donating and supporting interests. I need your support. us today it was great. Seeing people stop by along the way and I can’t do it without you. Thanks! drop off food was awesome. And seeing the children from the little red school house sitting on the lawn with their food was so www.candyseel.com • facebook.com/AnIndependentVoice special,” said Sweeney. If you wish to help donate to the Sweeney candyseel@gmail.com • 401 749-8586 ‘Hope and Faith Drive’, you can contact Carl Sweeney directly at PAID FOR BY COMMITTEE TO ELECT CANDY SEEL • CANDACE CAIN SEEL, TREASURER 401-474-4624; or by visiting their growing Face book page at Hope and Faith Drive.

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Brian Faria

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Candidate Ward 4

First and foremost, I would like to thank everyone who signed my nomination papers and all those who welcomed me into their homes and shared their views. I am a life long resident of East Providence and for the past 15 years. I have resided in Riverside with my loving wife, Melissa and my two beautiful daughters, Rachelle and Mia. Rachelle has just graduated from Bay View and will be attending U.R.I in the fall. Mia is going into her 5th year at A.M. Waddington Elementary. Both have had an avid interest in helping their dad’s campaign. I decided to run because I feel we’ve reached a critical crossroad in Riverside. While the rest of the city has been moving forward, ward 4 seems to be caught in a definite power struggle between two factions. In the meanwhile, there is very little getting done for our community. It begins with the best intention and soon becomes a fight for power, and the people are lost in this struggle. When people get involved, it brings community. The best way to help yourself is to help someone else. I am not a politician nor have I never held or ran for political office. Whatever I put my heart into, I persevere, and if elected councilman of ward 4, I will not pursue any further office. We need stability in ward 4, “not musical chairs”, unity not division, and I will work hard to accomplish that, if given the honor of being your councilman. Upon receiving my nomination papers, I personally knocked on well over 100 doors with my daughters, acquiring over 100 signatures. I was devastated to hear that many had completely lost faith, some were reluctant to be heard, or others even chose not to get involved as a means of survival. People should not have to feel threatened to run for office or support their candidate. I was then also encouraged by many other reactions I received but all wanted to see a much needed change in the way that things are done in ward 4. People are tired of the repeat agenda driven players and they deserve better. Although I have struggled for the past few years with a permanent physical handicap, multiple surgeries, and recoveries that have prevented me from becoming more involved in my community, I am ready and willing to challenge myself physically and I will make every effort in pushing my physical limitations along with the other opponents . My father, John Faria, is the Chairman of the Democratic City Committee and my candidacy seems to have generated a lot of interest. While I love my father and appreciate his support I assure you it will not have any influence on me as your councilman. I also strongly feel there is a lot of division in the Democratic City Committee. Seeing the “inner workings” first hand, I’ve opted to not ask for the city endorsement at this time nor have I contacted any members of the ward 4 Democratic Committee. My duty will be to my community. If elected, my commitment will be solely to them. There will be no strings attached to this candidate. In closing, I would like to say that unless we work effectively with the rest of the city council, or at least find a common ground, it will be impossible to address any issues. “Any candidate can come up with brilliant well articulated representations of issues and ideas but unless they work effectively with everyone, that’s all they will amount to be”. As councilman, I will always put Brian, Mia, Rachelle, and Melissa pictured in photo: the people before politics. It’s Rachelle has attended Bay View for 13 years and has also actively time to “Renew Riverside” and participated in cabaret and choral programs. Rachelle graduated I would appreciate your consid- with honors from the Rhode Island Honor Society. She will go on to study at URI this fall. Congratulations, we love you and are so eration at the primaries. proud of you! Thank You, Brian Faria Brian and Melissa Faria Candidate Ward 4 Paid for by the committee to elect Brian Faria

The city has been revitalizing its’ waterfront park in Riverside’s Sabin Point area. Beautiful landscaping and a child’s playground along with improved facilities for fishing and boat launching have bringing residents and non-residents in big numbers to enjoy the large park. East Providence received a Department of Environmental grant to install a brand new floating dock at the Sabin Point pier. City council members Tom Rose, Ward3 and Tracy Capobianco, at-large, were instrumental in pushing for project funding. “It’s a great effort for a part of our city that has been lacking attention. It’s amazing that it took us some two years of work to get this funding done,” said Rose. “This is a beautiful area and I hope people continue to enjoy the natural resources here. I applaud everyone involved including our city employees who constructed the dock and made this happen,” said Capobianco.

Councilor Chrissy Rossi wants Answers from Lemont

Ward 4 council member Chrissy Rossi continues to push interim city manager, Paul Lemont on several budgetary fronts. In a missive to Lemont, Rossi said: “... as we discussed, it is my intention to review budget information in its entirety. Consider this my formal request to receive copies of all budget requests that you have received from all department heads including all backup that make up their request. In addition, I am requesting the following information: How much has Ernie DiSaia (private consultant) billed and been paid to date since you commissioned him? How much was Heritage Days, Inc. (a private 501c3 nonprofit organization) charged for the use of Pierce Field for this year’s event? How much money did the City of East Providence donate to Heritage Days? I will look forward to this information within 10 business days. Thank you for your attention to this matter,” writes Rossi. Rossi cited charter provisions and state law which she believes mandates a response from the city manager. As of press time, the Reporter has not been able to speak with Paul Lemont. Rossi has not yet received an answer to her queries.

August 2014 The Reporter

East Providence Town News Rhode Island Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission Awards Grant to East Providence

The Rhode Island Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission (RIHPHC) is awarding seven grants totaling about $59,300 to local historic preservation programs. Grants to Bristol, Cumberland, East Providence, Hopkinton, Newport, and Pawtucket will support a variety of local preservation activities, including architectural assessments of historic buildings, a master plan for a historic farm, a mapping study of colonial settlement sites, two National Register nominations, a local historic district zoning workshop, a study of revisions to the National Flood Insurance Program as it relates to historic districts, and updates to a survey of historic mill buildings. In making the announcement, RIHPHC Executive Director Edward F. Sanderson stated: *The work carried out by municipal historical preservation programs is very important to our statewide preservation efforts. These grant awards are an acknowledgement of the commitment which these communities have made to protect their historic resources. The Commission is pleased to support activities which local governments have identified as high priorities.* The City of East Providence will use $8,000 to hire a historian to prepare National Register nominations for the Elm Tree and Roseland Park plats, historic residential plats with about 74 buildings in the Riverside neighborhood. The City will also receive a second grant of $5,000 to complete a GIS mapping study of known sites from the colonial settlement of Bristol County from ca. 1636 to 1740. The resulting maps and database will help identify and protect sensitive locations and contribute to our understanding of the growth of early English settlement. The Commission has also reserved $10,000 to fund the 2015 Rhode Island Statewide Historic Preservation Conference. A location for the annual conference will be announced later this year. These grants are part of the Commission’s Certified Local Government (CLG) program, which provides assistance to cities and towns who protect the historic character of their communities through local historic district ordinances. Towns whose historic district ordinances and review procedures meet CLG standards are certified by the Commission and become eligible to receive grants and technical assistance. The grants are funded by the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service and awarded and administered by the R.I. Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission. Currently seventeen Rhode Island cities and towns are Certified Local Governments. The R.I. Historical Preservation and Heritage Commission is the state office for historic preservation and heritage programs. Rhode Island*s statewide historic preservation program identifies and protects historic buildings, districts, and archaeological sites. The Commission conducts statewide surveys of historic sites and buildings; nominates significant properties to the National Register of Historic Places and the State Register; administers programs of financial aid including grants, loans, and tax credits; reviews federal, state, and local projects to protect cultural resources; regulates archaeology on state land and under state territorial waters; and assists the preservation efforts of local governments, preservation societies and property owners. The Commission also is responsible for developing and carrying out programs to document, support and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Rhode Island’s people.

East Providence Reads!

The East Bay Community Action’s Retired Senior Volunteer Program is seeking motivated enthusiastic volunteers for the upcoming’ 2014-2015 East Providence READS!’ school year. ‘East Providence Reads!’ is a volunteer led literacy proficiency program designed to strengthen academic skills for elementary aged students on a weekly basis. Group readings as well as one-on-one sessions are utilized in an effort to improve childhood literacy, enhance test scores, and increase graduation rates within the City of East Providence. Volunteers from the business community are encouraged to participate in The EP Reads Power Lunch Program. Training is provided accompanied by a mandatory Background Check. Please contact East Bay Community Programs Office of Civic Engagement (RSVP) if you would like more information on East Providence READS. (401) 435-7876

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The Reporter August 2014

East Providence Hazard Mitigation Plan Public Meeting Announced

A Public Meeting will be held by the East Providence Planning Department / Emergency Management Agency on Thursday, August 21, 2014 at City Hall, Room A, 145 Taunton Avenue, to receive public input regarding the East Providence Hazard Mitigation Plan 2015 update. This will be a come-and-go meeting, with interested residents and business owners invited to stop by any time from 5:00 Locally Owned & Operated pm to 8:00 pm. The Hazard Mitigation Plan details natural hazards • Seal Coating • Crack Filling • Line Striping that are a threat to the City and outlines actions that the City can take to lessen these hazards. An approved Hazard Mitigation Plan is Commercial • Residential required in order for the City to be eligible for various FEMA grants, and for City participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. David Benedetti • (401) 640-6799 The currently-valid 2010 Hazard Mitigation Plan is available for FREE Estimates • Fully Insured, Lic # 22769 review and inspection in the Department of Planning, Room 201, City Hall, 145 Taunton Avenue, East Providence, RI (Mondays through Fridays 8:00 am to 4:00 pm), and is also posted on the Emergency Management page of the City’s website, http://www. eastprovidence.com, under “City Departments Online. The East Providence Emergency Management Agency (EMA), part of the City’s Planning Department, plans and prepares for natural and manmade disasters. The agency educates the public, provides weather support for the City, and serves as the City’s floodplain resource. City EMA works with closely with City officials, This Is To Notify And Warn The Legally Qualified Electors Of The City Of and other local, state and federal agencies East Providence, That The Primary Election Shall Be Held On including the RI Department of Health, RI Emergency Management Agency, and Tuesday, September 9, 2014 FEMA before, during and after emergencies. The Polls Will Be Open From 7:00 AM To 8:00 PM The East Providence Emergency Management webpage can be found on the VOTING DISTRICT POLLING PLACE City’s website, http://www.eastprovidence. WARD SEN REP VOTE com , under “City Departments online”. DIST. DIST. Facebook users can find us on the “East1 14 63 1001 Francis School, 64 Bourne Ave. ProvEMA” Facebook Page. 1 14 63 1002 City View Manor, 99 Goldsmith Ave.

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East Providence Emergency Operations Center Upgraded

The East Providence Emergency Management Agency is pleased to announce that a significant upgrade to the City’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) has been completed. The EOC is the City’s operational headquarters during major weather events and other emergency incidents, and has been used to run operations during Tropical Storm Irene, Hurricane Sandy, and the February 2013 Blizzard, but computer and communications equipment has been in need of updating. The EOC upgrade received funding support from the East Providence Police Department in combination with a grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The facility now has completely up-to-date computer and communications equipment and is ready to go when the next major weather event or incident occurs. East Providence Emergency Management is grateful to City Police, Fire, Information

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August 8 Opera Providence Gilbert and Sullivan’s “The Mikado” September 3 Francis Farm clam/cakes/chowder/steamers and Bingo September 10 Boston Odyssey lunch and entertainment September 17 Danversport yacht Club, Danvers, Ma “New Englad Goes Country” lunch and entertainment September 25 “My Fair Lady” Ocean State Theatre lunch @ The Greenwood Inn September 26 Foxwoods (night) October 24 Foxwoods (night) October 22 Mystery Foliage Trip October 30 Newport Playhouse “Brighton Beach Memoirs” lunch and cabaret included November 5 Foxwoods (Day Trip) November 29 New York City Christmas Shopping Trip December 3 Christmas Party Wannamoisett Country Club December 11 “Meet Me in St. Louis” Ocean State Theatre lunch @ The Greenwood Inn

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The East Providence department of Recreation will hold “Camp Night” on Thursday August 7th from 6-8pm in the council chambers of the East Providence City Hall located at 145 Taunton Avenue. The event is the culmination of the summer day camp program that involves city youth ages 6-15. The evening’s theme is “Our Community, Our Culture” and will feature displays of the children’s service learning projects and artwork. There will also be a slide show highlighting all the fun activities! In its second summer, the EP Recreation dept. partners with the city’s school district and the YMCA of Greater Providence as part of the “Hasbro Summer Learning Initiative” The project is an effort to combat summer learning loss through engaging and fun learning components incorporated into a traditional camp day. Camp Night is free and open to the public. For more information, contact the Recreation dept. at 401-435-7511.

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Richard “Spunky” Pimentel Stops Campaign Forced to Leave Reelection Attempt by Illness By Bob Rodericks

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August 2014 The Reporter

Callan McCarthy Honored At The Providence Country Day School

East Providence, RI — Callan McCarthy ‘14 of Rumford and Pawtucket, RI was honored at The Providence Country Day School Awards Assembly Friday, June 6. Both middle and high school students received distinction for academic, athletic, and civic excellence and achievement. McCarthy received The Awards for Excellence in Latin and Vocal Music. She also received a Head of School Citation for sheer curiosity about the intellectual and artistic world. The Providence Country Day School, established in 1923, is a college preparatory school serving students in grades 6-12. The diverse student population draws from more than 45 communities throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Our educational program balances rigorous academics, visual and performing arts, and competitive athletics. Our mission and values are upheld by a faculty distinguished by academic excellence and deep personal commitment.

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Habib Lawal of Riverside named a University of Rhode Island Science and Engineering Fellow

KINGSTON, RI - Habib Lawal of Riverside, R.I., has been selected to be a Science and Engineering Fellow for the summer of 2014 at the University of Rhode Island. Lawal will help perform experiments, run test results and troubleshoots problems on various research projects in URI professor Dr. Walter Besio’s lab.. Many URI undergraduates who excel in their studies in the STEM fields were named as URI’s 2014 Science and Engineering Fellows. Through this competitive 14-week fellowship, which began in May, students have the opportunity to apply their classroom knowledge to real-world problems in a range of disciplines. URI’s Science and Engineering Fellows gain hands-on experience working with research faculty or staff during the summer. Their research is followed-up with a fall class during which they will learn the best tactics to communicate and present their environmental research and outreach projects. Fellows leave the program well prepared to enter the job market with the professional skills and training needed to succeed. Students also help to advance the research of their faculty and staff mentors while gaining invaluable experience.

Kathryn Hardcastle Named to the Marist College Dean’s List for the Spring 2014 Semester

Poughkeepsie, NY - Kathryn Hardcastle of Rumford, RI, member of the Class of 2014, has been named to the Marist College Dean’s List for the Spring 2014 semester.

Local Residents Graduate from Stonehill College

Easton, MA - The following local residents earned degrees from Stonehill College recently. Brittany Bonanno of East Providence (02914) earned a Bachelor of Arts degree. Devhan Hurley of Rumford (02916) earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree.

East Providence Resident Taylor Jones Makes the Spring 2014 President’s List at Pratt Institute

Brooklyn, NY - Taylor Jones, East Providence resident and a student at the prestigious Pratt Institute, was among more than 1,000 students who made the President’s List in the Spring 2014 semester.

Courtney Silva Earns Dean’s List Status at Merrimack College

North Andover, MA - Courtney Silva of Rumford, a Senior majoring in Biology, has been named to the Spring 2014 Dean’s List at Merrimack College. To qualify, each student must maintain a 3.25 GPA or greater. continued on next page...

Area students named to the UMass Dartmouth Spring 2014 Dean’s List

North Dartmouth, MA - The following UMass Dartmouth students have been named to the 2014 Spring Dean’s List in recognition of earning a semester grade point average of 3.2 or higher of a possible 4.0. East Providence: Benjamin Cardoso East Providence: Tayla Vincent Riverside: Yoxanderi Mateo

Mount Ida College Spring 2014 Dean’s List

Newton, MA - Mount Ida College is pleased to announce the Spring 2014 Dean’s List. Students who earn dean’s list honors must have a grade point average of 3.33 or above. Mitchell Agresti of Ramford (02916) Nicole Negron of Riverside (02915)

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University of Rhode Island awards about 3,000 undergraduate degrees at commencement

Kingston, RI - At the University of Rhode Island’s 128th Commencement on Saturday and Sunday, May 17-18, 2014, about 3,000 undergraduate and 680 graduate students became the University’s newest alumni. Students who received the honor summa cum laude graduated with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.7; students who received the honor of magna cum laude graduated with a GPA of at least 3.50; and students who received the honor of cum laude graduated with a GPA of at least 3.3. The following students from your area graduated from the University of Rhode Island: Olubunmi Lewis of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies Hidao Garcia of Riverside, RI, received a Bachelor of Arts, Economics Jaime Guillette of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Arts, Psychology Leeanne Black of Riverside, RI, received a Bachelor of Arts, Biology Summa Cum Laude Matthew Cute of Rumford, RI, received a Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies

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Matthew Vieira of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Arts, Economics Patrick Grant of Riverside, RI, received a Bachelor of Arts, Political Science Rae-Ann Roderick of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Arts, Sociology Sarah Branco of Rumford, RI, received a Bachelor of Arts, Psychology Tanesha Wray of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Arts, Psychology Wayne Benevides of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Arts, Psychology Yostena Makram of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Arts, Psychology Deborah Good of Riverside, RI, received a Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies, Human Studies Kathleen Harrington of Riverside, RI, received a Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies, Health Services Administration Summa Cum Laude Patricia Iannelli of Rumford, RI, received a Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies, Human Studies Cum Laude Antonio Costa of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Science, Medical Laboratory Science Magna Cum Laude Alice Murray of Rumford, RI, received a Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology Claudia Do Rego of Riverside, RI, received a Bachelor of Science, Textile Fashion Merchandising & Design Andrew Barao of Riverside, RI, received a Bachelor of Science, Wildlife Conservation Biology Magna Cum Laude Erick Costa of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Science, Medical Laboratory Science James Carrier Jr. of Riverside, RI, received a Bachelor of Science, Health Studies Maria-Manuela Arsenio of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies Natalie Mello of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Science, Economics Shaina Rodriguez of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies Brian Towne of Riverside, RI, received a Bachelor of Science Business Administration, Supply Chain Management Darren Lopes Jr of Rumford, RI, received a Bachelor of Science Business Administration, General Business Administration John Devereaux of Riverside, RI, received a Bachelor of Science Business Administration, General Business Administration Cum Laude Kevin Magee of Riverside, RI, received a Bachelor of Science Business Administration, Marketing Summa Cum Laude Kyle Silvia of Riverside, RI, received a Bachelor of Science Business Administration, Marketing Nicholas Paco of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Science Business Administration, Supply Chain Management Ricardo Raposo II of Riverside, RI, received a Bachelor of Science Business Administration, Supply Chain Management Sarah Botelho of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Science Business Administration, Accounting Taylor Jeffrey of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Science Business Administration, Accounting Thomas Airozo of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Science Business Administration, Finance Summa Cum Laude Steve Mega of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Science Business Administration, Entrepreneurial Management Peter Martins of Riverside, RI, received a Bachelor of Science Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Summa Cum Laude Roberto Pinheiro of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Science Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

August 2014 The Reporter Brittany Grilo of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Science Nursing, Nursing Cum Laude Carlos Furtado of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Science Nursing, Nursing Jennifer Pumple of Riverside, RI, received a Bachelor of Science Nursing, Nursing Stephanie Thistle of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Science Nursing, Nursing Bryan Amaral of East Providence, RI, received a Doctor of Pharmacy, Pharm D Amanda Jennings of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Arts, English, Bachelor of Arts, Public Relations Arielle Hochberger of Rumford, RI, received a Bachelor of Science, Sociology, Minor, Justice, Law,and Society Colleen Allen of Riverside, RI, received a Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies, Minor, Psychology Derek Hey of Rumford, RI, received a Bachelor of Science, Sociology, Minor, Psychology Elizabeth Howard of Rumford, RI, received a Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Minor, Communicative Disorders Fidelia Nascimento of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Science, Economics, Minor, General Business Graham Steadman of Riverside, RI, received a Bachelor of Arts, History, Bachelor of Arts, Political Science Magna Cum Laude Heather Gonsalves of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies, Health Services Administration, Minor, Psychology Lyndell Lima of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, Minor, General Business Maria Briones of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Arts, Spanish, Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering Marly Calixte of Riverside, RI, received a Bachelor of Science, Sociology, Minor, Psychology Michael Magee of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Arts, History, Bachelor of Arts, Secondary Education Nicole Joseph of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Arts, Sociology, Minor, Psychology Robert Smith of Rumford, RI, received a Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies, Minor, Africana Studies Rocco Hidalgo of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Arts, Africana Studies, Bachelor of Science, Sociology Michael Fontes of East Providence, RI, received a Bachelor of Science, Computer Engineering, Minor, Computer Science Cum Laude The University of Rhode Island’s pioneering research extends the University’s influence well beyond its coastal borders, while its unique interdisciplinary courses provide its 16,637 undergraduate and graduate students with global opportunities in an intimate environment. In May 2014, about 3,000 undergraduate and 680 graduate degrees were awarded. The University now has more than 115,000 alumni worldwide.

Katherine Curran is an honor society member at Bucknell University

Lewisburg, PA - Katherine Curran of Rumford (02916) is a member of Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society at Bucknell University. Curran is the daughter of Michael and Melissa Curran and a graduate of Saint Mary Academy Bay View.

Kent Hu of East Providence Named to McDaniel College Dean’s List

Westminster, MD - Kent Hu of East Providence has been named to the McDaniel College spring 2014 Dean’s List with Honors. Highest honors are earned for a semester grade point average of 3.90 continued on next page...

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Union College students named to 2014 Dean’s List

SCHENECTADY, NY (07/29/2014)(readMedia)-- The following Union College students were named to the Dean’s List for the 2013-14 academic year. Jordan Harrop of Rumford, RI; Harrop is majoring in Biochemistry, and a 2011 graduate of Moses Brown School. Benjamin Koller of Rumford, RI; Koller is majoring in Political Science and Hispanic Studies, and a 2010 graduate of Providence Country Day School. To make Dean’s List, students must receive a 3.5 grade point average for the entire academic year. They also must meet several other requirements to be awarded the honor.

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Bristol, RI - The following local residents were among more than 1,035 students from Roger Williams University to receive their degrees as part of the Class of 2014. Shawn Johnson of Riverside (02915) received a Master of Architecture in Architecture. Krysten Gormly of Riverside (02915) received a Bachelor of Science in Architecture. Craig Fitzpatrick of East Providence (02914) received a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice. Julie Cloutier of Rumford (02916) received a Master of Arts in Teaching in Education. Jacqueline Denault of East Providence (02914) received a Master of Arts in Teaching in Teacher Residency Program at Gordon School. Meagan Hughes of Riverside (02915) received a Master of Arts in Teaching in Teacher Residency Program at Gordon School.

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Fairfield, CT - Katherine Rockwell, a resident of Rumford, RI, was named to the Dean’s List at Fairfield University for the spring 2014 semester.

Dudley, MA - Michael Huftalen, of Rumford, RI and the Class of 2016 at Nichols College in Dudley, Massachusetts, has achieved Dean’s High Honors for the just completed spring term. In order to be included in the Dean’s List, a student must maintain a minimum grade point average of 3.2 for at least 12 credit-hours and receive no grade below a C+ during the semester. A student who earns a grade point average of 3.6 or higher is awarded Dean’s High Honors. Within a supportive community, Nichols College transforms today’s students into tomorrow’s leaders through a dynamic, career-focused business and professional education. We develop communication and critical thinking abilities, ethical and cultural perspectives, and teamwork skills that are required of leaders in a global economy.

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Newport, RI - The following hometown residents were named to the Dean’s List during the spring 2014 semester at Salve Regina University: Leonardo Costa of East Providence (02914) Melissa Csigay of Riverside (02915) Rachael Souza of Riverside (02915) Marrissa Ballard of E Providence (02914)

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July 25, 2014, Providence, RI – the Rhode Island Black Business Association (RIBBA) is pleased to announce the launch of its new enhanced website www.ri-bba.com. In an effort to provide enhanced benefits to our members, the website will serve as a business resource center with a variety of valuable links and information that will be essential to business and community development. The valuable and trusted information will be beneficial to our members as they work to build a profitable business with sustainable wealth. The website content includes, but not limited to; business directory, business resource guide, job bank, web-based training, marketing and advertising opportunities. The site also offers enhanced business listings and web banners, as well as sponsorship opportunities. Finally, the new website provides the community with an events calendar and with the means to make financial contributions to support the work of the Association. The Rhode Island Black Business Association (RIBBA) is a member-driven organization dedicated to enhancing the growth and economic empowerment of Black-owned businesses, entrepreneurs and professionals by providing a forum to competitively participate in the local and global economy, primarily through business development, legislative advocacy, business mentoring and quality educational opportunities and professional development. RIBBA promotes entrepreneurship for its Members, Black Entrepreneurs and Professionals as a viable economic development engine in improving the quality of life in their communities.

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Rhode Island Urban Youth To Perform "Providence Swings"

A unique ensemble of 12 Rhode Island urban teens will perform "Providence Swings: The Music-Makers of Our City" on Thursday, August 7th, 2014, 5:30pm, at Columbus Theatre, 270 Broadway, Providence.

On Wednesday, Aug. 6 and Thursday, Aug. 7 ay 6pm, Brae Crest School of Ballet will host the amusing story “Gwendolyn the Graceful Pig” written by author David Ira Rottenburg. All children ages 3 and up are invited to attend this fun, free event, to listen to the story while members of The State Ballet of Rhode Island perform it. If interested, there will be order forms to acquire the book that Mr. Rottenburg will autograph for you. This year marks Herci Marsden and Brae Crest School of Ballet’s 57 years of classical ballet training and education. Following the story of Gwendolyn, students may observe Ms. Marsden’s class, ask questions about Brae Crest School and about The State Ballet of RI, RI’s first established classical ballet company, a 501C3 organization that performs a service for its region. If you have questions or would like to make a reservation and/ or to visit earlier before the show, you may call 401-334-2560 or email info@stateballet.com. Time: 6pm Date: Wed. & Thur. August 6 & 7 Place: 52 Sherman Ave. Lincoln, RI 02865

The show is free and open to the public.

JAZZ IS A RAINBOW

The young ensemble is spending the summer rehearsing six hours a day to prepare the show under the musical direction of internationally acclaimed musicians, Michael Palter and Lynne Jackson, and the artistic direction of Robb Dimmick, learning songs from the jazz tradition, developing vocal phrasing, acting skills and choreography. The original production, conceived by Dimmick and written by Palter and Jackson, celebrates the city of Providence's musical diversity and promise of its youth with songs by Jeffrey Osborne, George M. Cohan, Frankie Carle, Sissieretta Jones and others. The project, now in its tenth year, is produced by Opera Providence and funded by RISCA and the Providence Shelter for Colored Children. It teaches vocal jazz techniques and history to young performers and also takes 50 youth to the Newport Jazz Festival each summer.

Lady Pomham Christening & Barbecue Saturday, August 9th

The Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse, a Chapter of the American Lighthouse Foundation, would like to invite everyone to join us as we christen our new boat, the Lady Pomham and enjoy a chicken barbecue on Saturday, August 9th from 1:00 until 5:00 at the East Providence Yacht Club, 9 Pier Road, East Providence. (off Veterans’ Memorial Parkway). The menu served by Young’s Caterers will include: a quartered chicken, garden salad with dressing, potato salad, mini corn, rolls & butter, Watermelon, beverages and pastry. Special raffle prizes and packages. Reservations are $15.00 per person Deadline August 1st. Call 401-433-2506 for reservations. We appreciate the members of the East Providence Yacht Club for allowing us the use of their excellent facilities. Proceeds benefit the restoration of the Pomham Rocks Lighthouse.

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Join The GFWC Taunton Junior Woman’s Club For A Fun Filled Day At Foxwood's Resort & Casino Tuesday, August 19, 2014

Leave from Silver City Galleria Mall @ 7:30 a.m. sharp (Please arrive before 7:15 for boarding) Arrive at Foxwoods around 9:00 a.m. Leave Foxwoods at 3:30 p.m. – Arrive back at Silver City Galleria Mall around 5:00 p.m. Cost: $30.00 payable to GFWC Taunton Junior Woman’s Club Complimentary Donuts/Muffins Everybody is a Winner – Gift to all bus riders Snack on return trip Call Jane at 508-822-5437 or email her at flower57@comcast. net First call basis for reservations - as long as there are seats available we can accept money up to the time we board the bus. Bonus package consists of $10.00 slot play and food voucher or a full buffet. Note: no alcoholic beverages allowed on the bus! Transportation provided by Furtado Bus Lines, Inc. This fundraiser supports student scholarships and local charities.

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LOvECRAFT READATHON Date: Saturday, August 23 Time: 7:00pm-10:00pm

Where: Providence Public Library, 150 Empire Street, Providence, RI 02903 Contact: 401.331.8575 x145, or programs@rihs.org Cost: $10.00 per person “Weird” fiction writer, H.P. Lovecraft has reached cult status across the globe. On August 23, we celebrate the birthday (August 20) of Providence-born Lovecraft with an interactive, multimedia reading event, hosted by the Providence Public Library and the Rhode Island Historical Society. The event features readings of some of Lovecraft’s best-loved stories as well as musical performances by local musicians, designed in the spirit of the Moby-Dick Marathon in New Bedford. The Readathon will feature the Lovecraft stories “The Tomb” and “The Haunter of the Dark,” in addition to selected Lovecraft poems, all with a Providence connection. Enjoy complimentary refreshments while selections are read by a broad cast of community members. The event will be emceed by local Lovecraftian and founder of the H.P. Lovecraft Archive, Donovan Loucks. Between readings, enjoy musical performances by Haunt the House, Ian Fitzgerald, and Vudu Sister. For online ticket sales, and more information, go to www.lovecraftreadathon.com, or contact 401.331.8575 x145 or programs@rihs.org.

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Saturday evening, August 23rd, 4-11 pm, sound and light will be combined utilizing the extraordinary illuminations affixed to the Pawtucket River Bridge and an intelligently curated collection of modern music ensembles. Don’t miss a special presentation dot)AIR A Sound & Light Experience presented by Machines With Magnets, the city of Pawtucket and the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council (BVTC) The light and music performance happens under the Pawtucket River Bridge, 40 Taft Street, Pawtucket, RI. Audiences will become immersed in the combined modern music and light schemes, producing an intended result in a holistic art experience that turns the Pawtucket River Bridge from a simple mechanism for transportation to an acoustic shell and unique medium for a new form of large scale art expression. The performers will include internationally-known local and regional acts that include female choir groups, modern orchestras, and experimental electronic acts. Vendors and concessions will be made available during this evening. (*If you are interested in being a vendor please reach out to let us know what wonderful things you have to offer) The new Pawtucket River Bridge was dedicated about one year ago, September 2013. The span carries Interstate 95 between Boston and Providence over the Pawtucket River. The bridge reflects aspects of the city’s heritage, as the actual birthplace of America’s Industrial evolution, and the city as a prime arts, cultural, entertainment and tourism destination in Southern New England. The bridge has a unique lighting scheme and color changing system enhancing the architecture of the edifice, along with presenting dramatic views of the Pawtucket waterfront. For tickets to this spectacular concert event, go online to

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About Machines With Magnets, Pawtucket, RI

Machines with Magnets is a world-class recording studio, art gallery and performance space in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. In their uniquely designed space, local, national and international artists find an inspiring environment for art and music exhibition and performance, as well as professional sound recording. An integral part of the New England music and art community for over a decade, Machines with Magnets continues to expand creative and sonic possibilities for artists from diverse backgrounds. More details at http://machineswithmagnets.com/

About the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council (BVTC)

BVTC was established in 1985 and serves as the state designated regional tourism organization for the Northern Rhode Island communities of Pawtucket, Central Falls, Woonsocket, Cumberland, Lincoln, Smithfield, North Smithfield, Glocester and Burrillville. BVTC’s mission is to create positive change with regard to community values by developing and promoting coordinated, responsible and sustainable tourism in Rhode Island’s Blackstone Valley communities. To plan and collaborate with intrastate, state, regional, national and international organizations to sustain and enhance the character of our destination, and to develop the public and private natural, historic, cultural, ethnic, industrial, recreational, educational, special events, artistic and commercial resources. More details at www.tourblackstone.com

The 2014 Brandon Motta 5k Run & 2-Mile Fun Walk Sunday August 24th at 9:00 AM Colt State Park Bristol RI

For Registration, to Volunteer, or to make a Donation visit: www.helpbrandon.com Thank you to our 2014 Sponsors: The Paint Shoppes, McVay Physical Therapy, S$W Appliance, Braza Painting & Remodeling, Claflin Medical Equipment, Absolute Respitory Care, East Providence Police Department, Fraternal Order of Police, Capital City Financial Corp, Major Medical Supply, Sound FX, Contractors Supply Inc, Signature Printing Inc, Cronan Painting, Bay Side Painting, Richard O'Donnell's Paitning & Restoration, EATS, AA Southern New England, East Providence Seekonk RotaryCrazy Computers, Inc.

Back to School Fair August 23rd

The City of East Providence has experienced financial struggles over the past several years, which have affected the city, the schools, and the individuals of this community. There are many members of our community that continue to endure financial hardships with no immediate reprieve in sight. With this in mind, BridgePointe Christian Church is partnering with local businesses and individuals again to host the Back to School Fair. Last year’s event provided essential classroom supplies for teachers and backpacks, supplies, and haircuts for over 300 students from Kent Heights and Emma G. Whiteknact Schools. Because of partnerships within the community, BridgePointe is excited to expand this year’s event to include students and teachers from Agnes B. Hennessey School in addition to Kent Heights and Whiteknact. The hope is that, through local partnerships, this event will eventually be able to grow to include all East Providence elementary schools. The Back to School Fair will take place on Saturday, August 23rd at Agnes B. Hennessey School from 9:00 a.m. to noon. During the fair, the students, along with their families and teachers, will enjoy a pancake breakfast, collect a backpack and school supplies, and get a haircut…free of charge! If you want to partner with the Back to School Fair, here’s how you can help: Arrange a school supply drive in your neighborhood or at your business Bring a donation of school supplies to The BridgePointe Center at 850 Waterman Ave, East Providence during business hours (M-Th, 9a-5p) Make a financial contribution by sending a check to BridgePointe Christian Church with “Back to School” in the memo line. 100% of financial donations go directly to the event. Checks can be sent to; BridgePointe Center, 850 Waterman Ave, East Providence, RI 02914 continued on next page...

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BridgePointe’s hope through this event is to be a catalyst for partnership within the community to encourage the youngest members of our community and those special men and women who dedicate their lives to helping prepare these students for the future. Visit www.BridgePointeChristian.com for more information on this event. Let’s bring hope together!

East Providence High School combined Class Reunion

OPEN SING ANNOUNCEMENT Welcome Prospective Members!

Tuesday September 2, 2014 and Tuesday September 9, 2014and 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 7th Annual 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; In memory of Andy Duehring, Bass. Nathan D. Crowell If you love to sing, Please come and join the (who lost his life “blocking the shot”, in the last 3 seconds of ChoruS!

East Providence High School classes of 1967, 1968 & 1969 will be holding a combined Class Reunion Saturday, August 30th at the Venus de Milo Restaurant in Swansea, MA. The tickets are $45 per person which includes dinner, DJ and a photo booth. Checks must be sent no later than Aug. 20th or you may pay cash at the door. For more information call Bill Moura 68’ at 401-438-3344 or email ephsmulti@gmail.com You can also “like” us on facebook- EPHS Class Reunion 1967, 1968, 1969.

“Block the Shot”

Motorcycle Run & Block Party 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. (Just pay $20 at the door)

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

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!

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Yard Sale Space Available September 13th

The East Providence Scout House Association is holding a yard sale on Saturday, September 13th (rain date September 20th) in the parking lot of the American Legion in Riverside. If you would like to rent table space at $25.00 per space, please call Elaine at 433-3166. The proceeds of the table space rental will be 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.

Craft Vendors Wanted

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.

Local Boys and Girls Club Extends Invitation for Your Organization to Raise Money

On Sunday, October 19th, the 6th Annual Boys and Girls Club of Cumberland/Lincoln Duck Race will take place. 17,500 rubber ducks will be dropped into the historic Blackstone River in what has become a very popular event with over 3,000 attendees. Raising money for your organization is simple. Sell a duck for $5.00 and your organization keeps $2.50. The duck sponsor is issued a certificate with a number that corresponds to one of the rubber ducks. Last year over 50 organizations participated, five of which raised over $1,000 each. Ross Silva, a Director at the Club said, “The Duck Race is an important revenue source for the Club and its youth programs. This fundraiser also provides an alternative to selling candy bars or a car wash for those organizations looking to raise money. Although most of our partners are local, we have had organizations as far as New York selling ducks. It’s a win-win situation.” Please call 401-333-4850 or email Craig Bloomer at craigb@bgccl.org for more information.

Fight AIDS by walking for life this September!

The 29th annual AIDS Walk for Life has been scheduled for Saturday, September 27, 2014 starting and ending on the Rhode Island State House lawn. On-site registration for the 2.5 mile walk begins at 9 a.m., with the kick-off at 10. Registration is also available on-line at www.aidsprojectri.org or http://www.firstgiving.com/ aidswalkri. AIDS Walk 2014 t-shirts are available to anyone who raises $100 or more, while supplies last. “The walk over its nearly 30 year history has become not only a fundraiser but a huge gathering of people across Rhode Island who care about fighting HIV/AIDS,” said AIDS Project Rhode Island executive director Thomas Bertrand. “It has also become a family event that is educational, fun, and an opportunity to get some exercise while supporting an important cause.” The walk has the HIV/AIDS prevention theme “Do It Right,” reflecting the theme of the HIV/STD prevention campaign kicked off in June by AIDS Project Rhode Island, the Rhode Island Department of Health, the Miriam Hospital, and the Rhode Island Public Health Institute. There will be entertainment, including the Providence Gay Men’s Chorus, and free food, coffee and giveaways will be available. Parking will be free in the open State Administration lot on Smith Street, Providence. Current sponsors include Cardi’s Furniture; United Healthcare; the Miriam Hospital, a Lifespan Partner; NBC 10; Clear Channel Communities/ Coast 93.3; and Options. AIDS Project Rhode Island is seeking to add to its list of sponsors. Sponsorship and general information is available by contacting Julie Casimiro at 401519-2289 or Julie@aidsprojectri.org. AIDS Project Rhode Island is a division of Family Service of Rhode Island.

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Church Events St. Mary’s Episcopal Church 21st Annual Clam Boil/Steak Fry Sunday, September 21, 2014

South Seekonk Gun Club, 61 Reed St. Rehoboth, Mass Gathering 3:00 pm Dinner 5:00 pm Clam Boil $30.00 Steak Fry $25.00 Children under 10 free!!! (Clam Boil only) For Tickets Please Call: Michael Boyce 401-253-2734 Terri-Lynn Capron 401-332-3747 Gordon Hubbard 508-336-7461 Proceeds to benefit St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, 81 Warren Ave. East Providence

Barrington Presbyterian Church Summer Music Program

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Enchanted Evening Gala Saturday, September 13, 2014 6 pm till Midnight At The Crowne Plaza - Warwick, Rhode Island $125.00 per ticket Live Music Featuring “Brother to Brother” Silent & Live Auctions! Entrée Choices Grilled New York Sirloin Steak with Roasted Shallot and Burgundy Demi-Glaze Roasted Boneless Breast of Chicken with Sage and Apple Stufﬁng, Merlot Sauce Baked New England Scrod with Lemon Herb Butter Vegan Napolitan

Tickets can be purchased online at http://support.umeldercareri.org/gala Ticket purchase deadline is September 5th Phone: 401-438-4456 Ext. 137 • Email: dsmith@umeldercareri.org

Barrington Presbyterian Church will again host a summer music program on Sunday mornings from July 13 to August 17, through which a summer choir will be open to the community each week. All are invited to join in singing on any/all of the days the program will run. All that is required is a brief practice at 9:30 a.m. prior to the 10:00 worship service to learn a fun familiar piece to present to the congregation; no experience is required! This is a fantastic opportunity for first-time singers to join veterans of a high-caliber music program in a relaxed, pressure free environment. Questions may be directed to the Barrington Presbyterian Church main office, (401)-245-2218, bpc400@barrpres.org.

The Rhode Island Friends Of Israel Community Event To Support The Friends Of Israel Defense Force Dinner-Program-Dialogue SUNDAY, AUGUST 24, 6 pm

Congregation Ohawe Shalom – 671 East Ave Pawtucket, RI Cost: $36 Reservations necessary Contact: Sponsored by RHODEISLANDFRIENDSOFISRAEL@ GMAIL.COM 33 Edward Avenue Rumford, RI 401-369-0045 The Rhode Island Friends of Israel will be hosting an important Community Event on Sunday, August 24, 6 pm at Congregation Ohawe Shalom, 671 East Street , Pawtucket . The evening will include a dinner, Speaker from the NE Friends of Israel Defense Force/IDF and Reports from the IDF. This event will offer people an opportunity to discuss the current state of affairs in Israel. There are local RI families with members currently serving in the IDF! Reservations need to be received by August 14. Contact RhodeIslandFriendsofIsrael@gmail.com / 401-369-0045. Checks for $36 can be sent to: Congregation Ohawe Shalom 671 East Ave., Pawtucket, RI 02860

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Newman Congregational Church, UCC Announces: “Summer Reading Series”

GENERAL CONTRACTOR

This is a great time of year to create a “summer reading list.” Join us at Newman Congregational Church, United Church of Christ for our summer reading group where we will be reading through a list of three amazing books. We have chosen two dates each month (July, August and September) in hopes that more folks will be able to attend… one a Sunday evening and the other a Tuesday evening. You need only attend one of the two dates provided for each book. The actual dates and times are below. Each of the gatherings will be held in Rumford. This group is open to the community so please encourage your friends/neighbors/co-workers to join us. The books we have chosen are as follows: "Faith Unraveled : How a Girl Who Knew All the Answers Learned to Ask Questions" by Rachel Held Evans Discussion group meetings on Sunday, August 10 & Tuesday, August 12 - both at 7 pm. Order the book from amazon.com or purchase the book from your local independent book seller. "City of God : Faith in the Streets" by Sara Miles. Discussion group meetings on Sunday, September 14 & Tuesday, September 16 - both at 7 pm. Order the book from amazon.com or purchase the book from your local independent book seller. If you are interested in participating in one, two or all three of the book discussions, please RSVP letting us know which date(s) you will be attending. You can RSVP by calling the church office, 401-434-4742. We look forward to many wonderful conversations with you as we discuss the work of these three outstanding authors.

Newman Congregational Church, United Church of Christ 100 Newman Avenue Rumford, RI 02916 401-434-4742 newmanucc.org

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. For more information, contact Rev. Timoth Sylvia at 401-4344742.

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Sports Roundup - EPHS Has Several All-State Winners By Bob Rodericks

EPHS Baseball

The Division II Rhode Island State Champion Baseball team had several individual awards to go along with its’ first ever team championship. Senior outfielder and speedster Jasiah Hatch was voted the Most Valuable Player of the playoff tournament. Hatch was a key to the Townies sweep over North Smithfield. During the two game sweep he had three hits, scored five runs and stole six bases. Hatch was a first team pick. Also a first team all-state selection was pitcher Keith Grant. Grant was an all-stater last year and was sensational in his senior year, crucial to the Townies winning record. In 66 innings of work, Grant registered 103 strikeouts. State Champion EPHS Baseball Team getting proclamation at City Council meeting.

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The Division II-Central Cy Young winner was pitcher CJ Woods. Woods and Grant were just about unbeatable as a back to back duo. During this season he picked off 10 runners on base. Woods opened the state championship with a complete game, 5-2 win in a dominating performance for EP. Other baseball all state and all division picks are as follows: Division II First Team: Keith Grant, Colin Costa, Jasiah Hatch and Mark LaValley. Div II Second Team: Mike Allienello, Kyle Marquis and Tyler Lockard. All Academic RI Team: Jasiah Hatch.

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EPHS Softball 1st team all state

All-State first team, Michaela Kelley who was also East Providence’s MVP for the second year in a row. Senior Kelley batted over 400 and drove in 20 runs on the season. Kelly also pitched and had 102 strikeouts with a 2.18 ERA. Div I 2nd team: Kristin Lyons and Brianna Allienello. 3rd Team: Casey Traverse. Honorable mention went to Corrie Traverse and on the All Academic Team was Lexie Wilson.

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All state 2nd team: 200 – Sierra Leone Cunningham. 3rd team: 100 – Rachael Finn, 300IH – Angela Leonardo, 4x400 – Yuoliandra Henriquez, Sierra Leone Cunningham, Brynne Costa and Angela Leonardo.

August 2014 The Reporter

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

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

     

                                            

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 

    

          

        

The Reporter August 2014

EPHS Boys Track

First Team All Class: TJ – Trystan Casey. First Team: LJ – Trystan Casey, TJ – Trystan Casey, 100 – Ryan Williams, 200 – Ryan Williams, 400 – Al Duarte, 100HH – Charles Hazzard, 300IH – Matt Horton, 4x100 – Jayden Chase, Alejandro Duarte, Trystan Casey, Ryan Williams, 4x400 – Chris Santos, Edmilson Andrade, Alejandro Duarte and Daniel Castillo. Second Team: SP – Leon Edmonds, 800 – Chris Santos, 1500 – Alex Gorman, 3000 – Alex Gorman, 100HH – Matt Horton, 300IH – Charles Hazzard, 4x800 –Christopher Santos, Daniel Deluca, Daniel Castillo and Ryan Benito. Third Team SP – Leon Edmonds, LJ – Paulo Pereira, 100 – Jayden Chase, 200 – Jayden Chase, 100HH – Paulo Periera and in the 300IH – Charles Hazzard.

EPHS Girls Lacrosse

Riverside Little League Awards Big Al Scholarships to Five East Providence High School Graduates

Steve Plouff, President RLL, Ethan Gervais, Ryan Vieira, Samantha Labrecque, Keith Grant, Sean Feeney, Luce Cabral, RLL Board of Directors, Ron Silva, Big Al Scholarship Foundation

Riverside Little League is proud to announce the awarding of scholarships to five deserving East Providence High School graduates pursuing higher education degrees this fall. A small awards ceremony was held June 30, 2014 at the Madeira Restaurant. The Alfred “Big Al” Santie Scholarship foundation was established in 2007 in memory of Big Al Santie who coached in Riverside Little League for 31 years (1977-2007) and sponsored a team called “Big Al’s” for 25 years. Although Big Al never married and had no children of his own, he was the father and mentor to more Riverside kids than anyone could have ever imagined. Big Al not only coached in Riverside Little League, he also coached for Riverside Raider’s Youth Football and St. Brendan’s CYO Basketball throughout those years. His entire adult life was dedicated to the youth of Riverside and it is in the memory of this great individual that we are awarding these scholarships. 155 Perryville Road Congratulations to this year’s Big Al scholarship recipients for Rehoboth, MA outstanding performance and achievement and who are entering Pro Shop college this fall. 508-252-6259 Samantha Labrecque attending University of New Hampshire Clubhouse 508-252-6202 Sean Feeney attending Rhode Island College www.rehobothcc.com

Div II South 2nd Team: Erica Dias, Logan Fontes, Jillian Amaral.

Weekday Specials Monday - Friday

18 holes w/cart & lunch $36 Weekday Special runs from 7 am to 12 pm each day. Weekday special not valid with other discounts, coupons, tournaments & outings. Not valid on holidays

Weekend Rates

Call for Tee Times: 18 Holes $36 walking After 12:00 PM $26 walking

Gas Carts:

$16 person 18 holes • $8 person 9 holes

Great Seafood Tuesday - Friday Evenings Fish & Chips, Fried Clams and Scallops

Ethan Gervais attending Sacred Heart College Keith Grant attending Johnson & Wales University Ryan Vieira attending University of Rhode Island

Newman YMCA Camp Wamsutta

There is still space available for the last few weeks of summer! Make Camp Wamsutta the camp destination of choice for your children! Camp Wamsutta is nestled in the heart of Seekonk, located on the grounds of the Newman YMCA. With large fields for sports and games, a mile long fully accessible nature trail that winds through the woods, a full archery range, daily swim and caring experienced camp counselors, Camp Wamsutta has everything that a child needs for an amazing summer experience! Camp Tenderfoot is a full or half day camp designed for your preschooler! This camp gives your mini- camper an opportunity to experience camp like the older kids but on their age appropriate level. They will participate in traditional camp activities like swim-

August 2014 The Reporter ming, recreation, arts and crafts, songs, nature trails and more. Camp Tenderfoot will also give the campers an opportunity for a rest time to rejuvenate. Campers are encouraged to bring a blanket. Traditional Camps offer school-age children the opportunity to experience everything that Camp Wamsutta has to offer. Camps engage in fun-filled age appropriate activities. Each afternoon, campers will be able to choose from many exciting programs in our new choice-based model. Some of the exciting afternoon programs are Lego Engineering, Fitness, Nature, Gardening, Dance, Service Learning Projects, Creative Arts and much more! On The Road Camp is not your ordinary camp; each day brings a new adventure with exciting challenges and places to explore! On the Road is geared for children ages 11- 14. Campers will take part in a variety of activities including creative arts, outdoor games, swimming, workshops, biking, fishing and adventurous field trips across the state. Campers are asked to sign up for two weeks. Whether you are considering the Traditional Camp or one of our Specialty Camps, summer camp at the Y is filled with fun, adventure, excitement and new friends. Our Y camps are based on the YMCA values: Caring, honesty, respect and responsibility. We strive to nurture campers in a challenging and supportive environment where their safety and well-being are top priority. All programs are directed by full-time YMCA professionals and staffed with dedicated and dynamic leaders chosen for their maturity, patience and genuine interest in working with children. Y-staff are well trained to ensure a safe and secure environment for every camper and every camp counselor. For additional information about Camp Wamsutta; sessions, pricing, times or to register please check out the website at www. gpymca.org For more specific information about Camp Wamsutta please contact Camp Director, Ajia Watson at awatson@gpymca.org

21st George K. Baker Golf Tournament

On Monday, August 18th the 21st George K. Baker Golf Tournament will be played at Wannamoisett Country Club in Rumford. This year’s tournament is sponsored by Pet Foods and David Renaud, D.D.S., Ltd. Registration is at 11:00A.M. with lunch at 11:30 A.M. There is a 1:00 P.M shotgun start with dinner immediately following. Proceeds of this event go to the Newman YMCA Scholarship Fund which assists youth and their families in need, in the communities of East Providence, Rehoboth and Seekonk. Please contact the Newman YMCA at 508-336-7103 should you have any questions about the tournament, registration or sponsorship.

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Kid’s World is pleased to announce new enrichment curriculum for Kid’s World! Monday – Introduction to Team Sports Tuesday – Swim Lessons Wednesday – Child Yoga Thursday – Latin Style Aerobic Dancing Friday – Hip Hop Dance Classes Kid’s World Preschool is little gem nestled right inside the Newman YMCA. The preschool program offers families the opportunity of 2, 3 or 5 days of programming. Nurturing teachers and staff create a safe, supportive environment that sparks the love of learning at such a young age. Teachers offer a wide variety of activities and teachable moments to to allow the children to explore and learn about the world around them. With the newly added enrichment programs, Kid’s World offers even more opportunities for the children to get physically active within their day. There are a few limited openings for the fall. Please contact Shelley Pray at 508-336-7103 ext. 118 or at spray@gpymca.org to learn more about Kid’s World.

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Hello, I’m Angela Hall and welcome to “Play With Your Food”… because cooking should be fun! August and with it comes all the beauties of the garden. All of the hard work is starting to payoff with fresh garden treats. One of the best of these treats is the beautiful Tomato.

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Okay so I love a fresh tomato and have sweet memories of August Tomatoes from childhood. My Mother’s Tomato Salad is the kind of dish that Alice Waters (the pioneer of the seasonal-regional style of cooking) would have loved. It didn’t take me long to realize why tomatoes throughout the rest of the year just were not the same. Not in taste or texture. The tomato is another wonderful gift of the Mayans. Interestingly, it has much more health benefiting qualities than that in an apple! Eating tomatoes more than two times a week can reduce the risk of prostate cancer by 21 to 43 percent according to Dr. Edward Giovannucci of the Harvard University School of Public Health. “The only nutrient that turned out to have significant preventative value (against prostate cancer) was lycopene,” writes Dr. Giovannucci who also found that lycopene was most efficiently absorbed into the body when accompanied by dietary fats (limpids). “Cooking tomatoes in oil encourages intestinal absorption and results in a two-to-threefold rise in plasma lycopene concentrations,” said Dr. Giovannucci. “Tomato sauce is one of the best lycopene sources.” There are hundreds of varieties with different type and size, either organic or hybrid. Most cultivates produce red fruit; but a number of yellow, orange, pink, purple, green, or white colors are also available. Heirloom tomatoes are becoming increasingly popular, particularly among organic producers. Heirloom varieties tend to produce more natural and flavorful fruits. There are many foods that pair with Tomatoes but the only thing that is necessary on a perfectly ripe tomato is a little bit of salt. I’m going to share with you two very simple recipes one is the very basic tomato sandwich. This is the basic what you add to it is up to you. The other is My Mother’s Tomato Salad, simple, fresh easy. I also what to address the practice of “seeding” a tomato, I don’t understand it or the purpose of it. Don’t do it. The gelatinous center of a tomato is a beautiful added sweet treat. If you have any questions or want to share thoughts on these and other receipts you can contact me at https://www.facebook. com/PWYFCatering or on Twitter @Play_withfood.

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SCOUTING AROUND TOWN Scouts Honor Local Community Leaders at Distinguished Citizens Award

Photo: (Left to right): Armand E. Sabitoni and Denis D. Keefe at the Distinguished Citizens Award Luncheon East Providence: The Narragansett Council, Boy Scouts of America, recognized Armand E. Sabitoni, General Secretary-Treasurer and New England Regional Manager of the Laborers’ International Union of North America, and Dennis D. Keefe, President and CEO of Care New England Healthcare System at its recent Annual Distinguished Citizens Award Luncheon at the Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence. “Each year, we hold the Distinguished Citizens Award Luncheon to recognize community leaders whose achievements characterize the values of Scouting,” said John Mosby, Narragansett Council’s Scout Executive/CEO. Aside from holding offices on various boards that serve Laborers and their families, one of Armand E. Sabitoni’s greatest achievements was founding the New England Laborers’/ Cranston Public Schools Construction & Career Academy, a charter school located in the City of Cranston that offers standard courses integrated with construction themes and topics. Dennis D. Keefe has worked with CNE Healthcare System since August, 2011. Under Keefe, CNE consists of 4 hospitals (Butler, Women & Infants, Kent and Memorial Hospitals) with revenues of $1 Billion annually. “This year’s recipients are well-deserving. Through their efforts to help our commu-

nity, both Sabitoni and Keefe have served as great role models for our youth,” added Mosby. The Distinguished Citizens Award is named in honor of the late Senator John H. Chafee. A Scout in his youth and a distinguished Narragansett Council alumnus, Sen. Chafee kept a copy of the Scout Handbook on his Senate office desk until the day he died. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Narragansett Council’s Urban Scouting Program; funds will aid nearly 1,000 at-risk youth enrolled in Cub Scouting and Boy Scouting. The Council will use the funds to provide paid staff to serve as Cubmasters and Scoutmasters, uniforms, registration, insurance, program supplies, equipment, and summer camp scholarships. About the Narragansett Council: The Narragansett Council, Boy Scouts of America’s mission is to serve others by helping to instill values in young people and, in other ways, prepare them to make ethical choices over their lifetime in achieving their full potential. The Narragansett Council offers a program for boys and young men ages 6 to 21 and young women ages 14 to 21, serving nearly 14,000 in Rhode Island, Southeastern Massachusetts, and Pawcatuck, Connecticut. For more information, please log on to www.narragansettbsa.org.

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Girl Scouts of Rhode Island, Inc. has changed its name to Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England. The name was changed to be more inclusive of the Connecticut town of Pawcatuck and the Massachusetts towns of Attleboro, Bellingham, Blackstone, Fall River, Millville, North Attleborough, Plainville, Rehoboth, Seekonk, Somerset, Swansea, Westport and Wrentham that are a part of the former Girl Scouts of Rhode Island. The use of the name Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England began on June 21st. The web site address has also changed to GSSNE.ORG

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How You Can Help volunteers Needed in Southeastern MA and Cape Cod

Southeastern, MA and Cape Cod. — Horizons for Homeless Children is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of young homeless children in Massachusetts by ensuring that they are prepared for school success. We provide high-quality early education, opportunities for play, and comprehensive family support services. Volunteer to play with homeless children in one of more than 150 family shelters statewide, including sites in Brockton, Stoughton, Kingston, Marshfield, Middleboro, Attleboro, Taunton, New Bedford & Fall River. The commitment is just two hours a week, but it’ll make a real difference in their lives. And in yours. The next training will be held on Saturday, 9/13/14, 9:30-3:30 in West Bridgewater. To apply or find out more, call 508 510-3250 or visit horizonschildren.org/playspaces.

There is a solution to RI being “Ranked in Bottom Half of Country in ‘Kids Count’ Report”

There is a solution to the state of education in Rhode Island. It is quite apparent that we are not meeting standards and that our children are in need of more support when it comes to their educational success. So where is this support going to come from? Jason Claffey, Editor of the MiddletownPatch has quoted in the article, Rhode Island Ranked in Bottom Half of Country in ‘Kids Count’ Report, “The fact that more Rhode Island children are living in families without a full-time employed parent shows that the negative economic impacts of the recession continue to be felt among Rhode Island families.” This idea of economic distress has plagued us for some time now, even with the slight decrease in unemployment rates, we are still not setting up our children and our future for success. A call to attention of the success of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ocean State must be made. Their continued mentoring efforts pair successful, dedicated mentors with boys and girls throughout Rhode Island between the ages of 7-15. This year alone, 100% of the boys and girls in our mentoring program that have successfully completed the program and are now high school seniors, graduated, most of whom graduated top of their field and class. Not only does having a mentor increase a child’s success but it minimizes the stress that comes along with having parents who are not gainfully employed. It gives the child an opportunity to get out of that everyday environment and allows them to live and experience something they normally wouldn’t have. They are given an opportunity to grow a new professional network and gain new and useful life skills they may not have had without their mentor. The organization proves that taking the 6-8 hours a month to enrich the life of a young person really works and is incredibly effective. Looking to the future of the organization, we are seeing more and more educational success each year. Next year the numbers of boys and girls who will be graduating seniors will grow considerably and they will all be set for success because of their mentors. In reality, this is the answer to our educational prayers. It is a proven method to ensure the success of our future. This is the time, now more than ever, for the men and women of Rhode Island to step up and become the change that these children and our state desperately needs.

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Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ocean State is continuing their drive to recruit male and female mentors for the 100+ 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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From the State House Corporate Tax Reform Makes Rhode Island More Competitive

By Sen. Daniel Da Ponte Following meetings with dozens of business leaders from a cross section of industries, I submitted legislation this session to reduce the corporate tax from 9.0 percent to 7.0 percent. By working with Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council Executive Director John Simmons, the RIPEC staff and the Senate Fiscal Office, we developed a fair bill aimed at making the state more competitive. I have made this a focus of my legislative activities for the past three years. Working with many individuals and groups, all interested in moving the Rhode Island economy in a positive direction, we were successful when the legislation was passed as part of the 2015 state budget. Many of the stakeholders that I have spoken to feel that these changes, along with others, represent concrete efforts to make Rhode Island a better and easier place to do business. In addition to reducing the corporate tax, the new law also shifts the state to a formula that provides an incentive for investment here by multi-state corporations, while instituting a “combined reporting” method of taxation that ensures multi-state corporations don’t shift profits out of state to avoid paying their fair share. The combined reporting initiative began three years ago with a proposal in the Governor’s budget. Hearing the concerns of the business community at the time, the General Assembly required a study be conducted to assess its impact. While multi-state companies paid their taxes just as they always had, they also filed pro-

forma documents to show what they would have paid if combined reporting were in place. The results of that two-year study were presented to the Senate Finance Committee in March, and then we worked together with numerous partners and stakeholders to design a system that encourages investment in the state while making Rhode Island more competitive. The recently enacted legislation does three things: First, it lowers the corporate tax rate from 9.0 percent to 7.0 percent as of January 1, 2015. This dramatically increases our competitive position, taking us from among the highest corporate tax rates in the nation to the lowest in New England and in the northeast, when compared to New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Second, the legislation shifts the state away from an apportionment formula that could be seen as a disincentive for businesses investing in Rhode Island. Under the previous formula, companies would have to pay more taxes if they increased the number of their workforce and their physical presence in the state. The new law shifts to a single-sales factor apportionment formula, calculating taxes owed based on Rhode Island sales. This change removes a punitive disincentive for investment in payroll and property in Rhode Island. Finally, the law institutes a combined reporting method of taxing multi-state companies. By adopting this combination of single sales and combined reporting, Rhode Island not only has a corporate tax structure that recognizes the modern economy, but also sends a strong message to businesses and investors that we want them to grow and expand their presence and number of employees here. I look forward to continuing to work together with all interested parties to make Rhode Island a more attractive place to have a business. We must provide an economic and regulatory climate that promotes growth and investment in order to provide the economic and career opportunities that our citizens deserve. Senator Daniel Da Ponte, a Democrat representing District 14 in East Providence, is Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee.

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STATE HOUSE – The General Assembly passed legislation (2014-H 8284) sponsored by Rep. Gregg Amore (D-Dist. 65, East Providence) that would pro-rate initial licensing fees for first-time restaurant and food retail applicants. “For years, we have been seeing Rhode Island featured as a celebrated state for unique cuisine in magazines, TV shows, newspapers and other forms of media,” Representative Amore said. “With such a stagnant economy, it’s more important than ever that our pristine reputation in the culinary world continues to shine, and that we continue our legacy of attracting top-notch chefs and creative entrepreneurs. This legislation, which carried bipartisan support in the House, will make it less burdensome – and in many cases, less expensive – for a food service business to obtain a license.” Representative Amore pointed out that if someone wanted to open a restaurant in July, that business owner has to pay the full licensure fee and then pay it again in September because the state Department of Health (DOH) licenses run 12 months from September to September. Some businesses are paying more than

August 2014 The Reporter $1,000 in licensure fees within a short period of time, he said. “The period of time when a business is just starting out is not a time when entrepreneurs are swimming in resources,” he said. “We also don’t want to discourage food service businesses from opening their doors earlier than September. It doesn’t bode well for our state if we have people waiting until the fall just to protect their wallets from a double charge. I want to thank my colleagues in the House and the Senate for recognizing this loophole in our small business statutes and helping me close it.” The bill also states that all renewal fees must reflect the full annual rate regardless of the renewal date, which would, in turn, reduce the regulatory red tape for existing businesses. Representatives Joseph A. Trillo (R-Dist. 24, Warwick), Joseph M. McNamara (D-Dist. 19, Warwick, Cranston), Kenneth A. Marshall (D-Dist. 68, Bristol, Warren) and House Small Business Committee Chairwoman Patricia A. Serpa (D-Dist. 27, West Warwick, Coventry, Warwick) cosponsor the bill, which has been transmitted to the governor for his signature.

Governor Signs Oﬀ On Measure Easing Controversy Over Solid Waste Facilities

State House – The governor has signed a bill modifying the definition of a construction and demolition (C&D) debris processing facility in order to protect the quality of life in residential areas and bring facilities treating less than 150 tons of debris per day into line with other plants. The new law (2014-H 8117A, 2014-S 2441A) – sponsored by Rep. Katherine S. Kazarian (D-Dist. 63, East Providence) and Sen. Daniel Da Ponte (D-Dist. 14, East Providence) – ensures that every facility must obtain a license, regardless of the amount of debris it receives and processes. Currently, a facility processing less than 150 tons per day is exempt from the need to obtain a license. The new law will also bring smaller facilities in line with the same zoning and Department of Environmental Management (DEM) guidelines that larger facilities must follow. It states that all facilities must conduct all processing operations indoors if they are located within a 1,000-foot radius of a residential zone district. The Pond View solid waste management facility has long been the subject of controversy among Rumford area residents. After years of enduring traffic, noise and dust from the plant, neighbors of the Dexter Street facility said DEM’s decision to increase the amount of material Pond View could process to 1,500 tons per day largely exacerbated issues stemming from its operation. Although the facility shut down completely in 2013, the landlord of the property re-opened it with a 50-ton-per-day limit.

Governor Signs Bill Benefitting Burgeoning Eﬀort To Mitigate, Cope With Climate Change

STATE HOUSE – Gov. Lincoln D. Chafee officially backed legislation creating a nine-member Climate Change Council with his signature this week. The new council is charged with coordinating efforts to ensure the state is doing everything in its power to reduce harmful greenhouse gas emissions while advancing the public’s understanding of changes in sea level, severe weather events and critical infrastructure vulnerability. Sponsored by Sen. William J. Conley Jr. (D-Dist. 18, East Providence, Pawtucket) and Rep. Arthur Handy (D-Dist. 18, Cranston), the legislation (2014-S 2952A, 2014-H 7904A) commands attention to the often disastrous results of climate change to the country’s economy, health and ecosystem. The new plan calls for collaboration among the state’s agencies and public institutions of higher education to assist Rhode Island’s leaders. Provisions of the legislation require the council to submit a mitigation plan to the governor and General Assembly by Dec. 31, 2016 in order to meet phased-in targets for the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. The phased-in targets, which came at the suggestion of state Department of Environmental Management (DEM) officials, take aim at an 80 percent reduction from 1990 greenhouse gas levels by 2050: 10 percent below 1990 levels by 2020; 45 percent below 1990 levels by 2035; and 80 percent below 1990 levels by 2050. At least 14 other states have similar benchmarks. To support these new measures, the legislation establishes a diverse 13-member advisory board and a nine-member science and technical advisory board. Both would assist the Climate Change Council in improving public access to and promote the understanding of the best available scientific and technical information about climate change, mitigation and adaptation. The general advisory board would also serve as a conduit for communication between the council and local communities. Senate cosponsors include Senators V. Susan Sosnowski (D-Dist. 37, South Kingstown, New Shoreham), Catherine Cool Rumsey (D-Dist. 34, Exeter, Charlestown, Hopkinton, Richmond, West Greenwich), Gayle L. Goldin (D-Dist. 3, Providence) and Stephen R. Archambault (D-Dist. 22, Smithfield, North Providence, Johnston). Representatives Deborah Ruggiero (D-Dist. 74, Jamestown, Middletown), Donna M. Walsh (D-Dist. 36, Charlestown, New Shoreham, South Kingstown, Westerly), Cale P. Keable (D-Dist. 47, Burrillville, Glocester) and Eileen S. Naughton (D-Dist. 21, Warwick) serve as cosponsors of the House bill.

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(BPT) - Helping your child ease into the school year sets them up to succeed both academically and socially. But making the transition from the lazy days of summer to the hectic pace of back to school can be overwhelming, for you and your kids. Between school supply shopping, extracurricular activities, homework, and the daily lunch box routine - where’s a busy parent to start? Nicole Feliciano, founder of the popular blog MomTrends.com and mother of two kids says it’s important for parents to have a back-to-school plan. “As a working mom, I understand that it’s easy to get caught up in the chaos and excitement of back to school. Preparation is important for a successful transition, so I’ve put together a few of my go-to’s to help families stay on schedule this year.” Here are her go-to tips to help you seamlessly transition from summer to back-to-school season: 1. Proactively adjust wake-up times Start your family’s wake-up routine a few weeks before school starts to get kids adjusted to earlier alarm clocks. Keep in mind that children between ages 5 and 12 should sleep between 10 to 11 hours each day, and teens need a little over 9 hours of sleep each night to function best, according to the National Sleep Foundation. 2. Establish a routine Get in a rhythm as research shows that kids with daily family routines are more emotionally and socially advanced, particularly for pre-school-aged kids. A recent analysis found that each daily ritual increased the likelihood of a child having high social-emotional health by 47 percent. 3. Encourage healthful snacking Promote nutritious eating behaviors by stocking the pantry with wholesome, after-school snacks. Companies like NatureBox, which delivers a monthly box of kid-approved snacks straight to your door, are a great way to save time and stress. Then designate a drawer where kids can find tasty treats like NatureBox’s Carrot Strawberry Fruit Chews and Santa Fe Corn Stix to help boost energy and maintain focus until dinnertime.

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Back to School! Help Your Kids Make The Grade with Healthy Back-To-School Snacks

(BPT) - School means big adjustments and big demands for everyone involved: shopping for supplies, shuttling here and there, studying - or overseeing the studying - special projects, and more. It’s easy to forget nutrition in all the hustle and bustle. Make a pact to embrace healthful eating, whether breakfast on the run, packed lunches or after-school snacks. In other words, plan now to fuel those little bodies with something better than potato chips and cookies and to nourish at regular intervals to avoid big dips in energy and focus.

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The first step is to start the day off right. Eating breakfast helps the brain to function and has been shown to improve performance in school. In fact, children who eat breakfast score higher on cognitive tests than those who don’t. With a little forethought, you can stock your pantry with breakfast staples, and orchestrate a fresh and healthful breakfast that is also tasty and quick. One of the easiest options is to simply mix yogurt with granola and top with California grapes for a balanced and nourishing boost to the morning. Pump up the good stuff even more with a Yogurt Power Bowl. This breakfast-in-a-bowl combines Greek yogurt, fresh grapes, walnuts, chia seeds and flax seeds with a touch of cinnamon. The yogurt serves as a great source of protein, the walnuts, flax and chia seeds offer healthy omega-3 fatty acids, while the fresh grapes offer a fresh flavor boost and contribute beneficial antioxidants and other polyphenols that support a healthy heart. Yogurt Power Bowl with California Grapes Serves 4 Ingredients: 1/2 cup nonfat vanilla Greek yogurt 1/4 cup chopped walnuts 1 teaspoon chia seeds 1 teaspoon flax seeds 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 3 cups red, black or green seedless California grapes, halved Directions: Mix the yogurt, walnuts, chia, flax and cinnamon in a large bowl. Toss the grapes into the mixture to coat. Serve chilled. Next, keep your child’s brain-power on a roll at lunch time by offering a balanced variety of foods. Grapes from California are an easy component of packed lunches; they complement sandwiches, salads and soups as well. Plump, juicy clusters of grapes help to hydrate and refresh, and won’t likely be traded off for something

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else. Grapes are easy to share, so you might just want to pack extra. After school, kids need to refuel and recharge to accomplish the slate of afternoon activities, whether homework, sports, enrichment classes or simply a playdate. They aren’t alone, actually: according to a recent study by Technomic, 71 percent of people enjoy a snack in the mid-afternoon, with some 50 percent stating that healthfulness is important to them in a snack. Fresh grapes are the quintessential healthy, but oh-so-tasty snack. They are the perfect finger food, easy to eat, convenient and portable. Grapes play well with other foods too, complementing cheese, crackers, nuts, yogurts and granola bars. Grapes from California are available May through January, with a wide selection of grape varieties available throughout the fall. Consider these super snack ideas: * Let the kids make their own no-brainer burritos: Spread a tortilla with whipped cream cheese, a sprinkling of cinnamon sugar, and line the center with grapes. Roll up for a tasty fruit-filled burrito.

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* For a savory roll-up, spread cream cheese on a sun-dried-tomato tortilla, and top with sliced turkey. Roll it up and slice to enjoy. * Smoothies are a great way to add wholesome fruits and vegetables into your child’s diet. Enhance it with a spoonful of nut butter for extra staying power. * Set out a platter of hummus, pita bread and fruit. Remember that hummus, while traditionally made from chickpeas, can be made from any type of bean, from black beans to white beans to pinto beans, and edamame (soybeans). * Top an open-face peanut butter sandwich with bananas and grapes. * Create a fresh trail mix with nuts, cheese cubes, chocolate chips and fresh grapes instead of raisins. * Pair almond butter with fruit. Spread directly on apple slices or mix with a little honey for a peanut dip for colorful grape skewers. * Frozen grapes are always a cool treat. * Sometimes it is OK to play with your food! Create some grape caterpillars by threading green grapes onto bamboo skewers. To make eyes on the end grape, place a dot of cake icing on the back of each of two mini chocolate chips and stick them to the grape.

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Edward R. Martin Middle School’s Administrative Team of Mr. Frank DeVall and Mrs. Elaine Allen welcome all new and returning students and parents back from their summer vacation and share in their excitement to begin another school year here at Martin. The entire staff is energized and up to the quality of commitment that has been present throughout this school community. The Martin Middle School community has and will continue to prepare students to excel in secondary school and beyond. With the changes that every school year brings, we would like to stress to each individual in our school community that we want to improve and promote positive student engagement for the optimum experience of each student. Please note that we have our “Hot Dog Roast” scheduled for Wednesday September, 3rd from 5:00 to 7:00pm. All new incoming students and their parents are welcome to stop by, meet staff members, and get a last glance at the building (including our Gymnasium makeover) before school begins the following day. The school year officially begins on Thursday, September 4th with doors opening 7:45am. On that first day of school, all 6th grade students will report to the Cafeteria, 7th grade students to the Auditorium, and 8th grade students to the Gymnasium. All students should enter school from the Brown Street entrances where the buses drop students off. The typical supply list for middle school students should include the following: Pencils with erasers Pens (black & blue) Highlighters Pencil box / pouch Colored pencils Glue Sticks continued on next page...

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Orlando, Fla., (July 8, 2014) — Members of the DightonRehoboth and East Providence Marching Bands “Friends of the D-R Marching Band” became stars of their own Disney show on June 27 and 28, 2014 when they entertained resort guests at the Magic Kingdom Park. The group traveled over 1,200 miles from Rehoboth, Mass. to the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida to take part in the Disney Performing Arts program. The marching band, under the direction of Douglas Kelley and Marisa Martinez, entertained hundreds of Magic Kingdom Park guests before “Disney’s Main Street Electrical Parade” and “Disney’s Festival of Fantasy Parade.” This was the marching band’s seventh visit to the resort with the Disney Performing Arts program. Dance, vocal and instrumental ensembles from all around the world apply to perform each year as a part of Disney Performing Arts at both the Disneyland Resort in California and the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Once selected, they are given the opportunity to perform at the resort for an international audience of theme park guests. Millions of performers have graced the stages of the Disney Parks in the more than 25-year history of the program. About the Disney Performing Arts Program Disney Performing Arts unlocks student potential and helps young people make their own dreams come true – whether it’s performing in front of an international audience of thousands at Disney theme parks and resorts or honing their craft in enriching workshops and clinics taught by entertainment professionals. Every year, thousands of vocal, instrumental, and other ensembles travel from around the world to participate in Disney Performing Arts programs at the Disneyland Resort in Southern California and the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. Disney delivers workshops and performance opportunities that enrich, inspire and often lead to life-changing personal achievement.

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Weaver Library wants them! The Friends of the East Providence Public Library are collecting books for their Fall Book Sale, scheduled for October 2 to 5 at Weaver Library. Proceeds from the sale will benefit library programs, including museum passes and special concerts and events. Hardcover, softcover and paperback books in gently used condition are wanted. Especially in demand are children’s picture books, biographies and non-fiction books on cooking, sports, history, art, home and garden, and crafts. Music CDs and movie DVDs are also welcome. Oversize and vintage books are needed for our Special Selections section. Holiday books, CDs, DVDs and videos will be sold in a holiday section. Encyclopedias are welcome. However, textbooks and magazines, including National Geographic, cannot be accepted. Items to donate can be brought in during library hours to the main desk at Weaver Library, 41 Grove Avenue, East Providence or Riverside Library, 475 Bullocks Point Avenue, Riverside. Questions? Call the library at 401-434-2453.

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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

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August Adult Programs Drop In Knit and Crochet Club Tuesday evenings from 6:00 -7:30pm Drop in on the Knit & Crochet Club. Other needlework is welcome too. Weaver Library Farmers Market Thursdays, August 7, 14, 21, 28 4-7pm Join us on the lawn of the library for a lively and wonderful Farmers Market each Thursday in August rain or shine. We have beautiful vegetables, sweet pastries, great food trucks, a special children’s activity each week, library Friends, and live music to boot! August 7th Jazz vocalist Tish Adams August 14th Singer/songwriter Gay Barboza and a special Bellydance demonstration and concert August 21st Yoga for Kids and Donna Mitchell presents Heart to Heart: the Story of Sister Strawberry August 28th Saddle up for the music of Ramblin’ Red and the Blackstone River Riders! The New Providence Big Band Concert on the Weaver Library Lawn Wednesday, August 13, 2014 6:30pm Step back in time with the awesome horns, romantic melodies, and foot stomping rhythms of a 20-piece swing band featuring vocalist Katie Kleyla. Meet the band members, many of whom call East Providence home. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and a picnic or try some food from Rocket Fine Street Food - serving burgers made with pride and care from beef with no hormones or antibiotics. Rocket Fine Street Food will serve from 5:30 -7:30pm. Monday Night at the Movies at the Weaver Library Mondays, August 18th and August 25th Each film will begin at 6:30pm in the Champlin Program Room. August 18th Noah, rated PG-13; 138 minutes August 25th Non-stop, rated PG-13; 106 minutes Ice Cream and Book Social to celebrate the Adult Summer Reading Program August 21, 2014 3 -3:45pm Free ice cream and books for all ages. Learn what books have been hot this summer! Return a book review by August 28th to be eligible for the Grand Prize! Call Joyce at 434-2453 for information. Library programs are free and open to all. Questions? Call 434-2453.

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(Programs are for ages 10 + unless otherwise noted.) MAKE YOUR OWN VIDEO GAME @ Weaver Explore “Scratch”, an interactive software, to create your own video game sample. Presented by the RI Computer Museum. Monday, August 4, 2-4pm. Registration required. Call 434-2453 COMIC BOOK CHARACTER WORKSHOP @ Weaver Learn how to design and illustrate a comic book character from the ground up! Leave with a finished, inked version of your character. Wednesday, August 6, 6:30pm. Registration required. Call 434-2453 THEATER WORKSHOP PERFORMANCES @ Weaver Come enjoy the performance that the theater group has been working on all summer! Two performances: Tuesday, August 5, 6:30pm Wednesday, August 6, 10:30am

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MOVIES @ Riverside (with snacks!) JUMANJI ~ Sat. August 2, 10:30am ZATHURA ~ Sat. August 2, 2:00pm CRAFTS @ Riverside Tie-dye t-shirts with sharpies! (Please bring your own t-shirt.) Tuesday, August 12, 3pm. Registration required. Call 433-4877 Wax Resist Art Tuesday, August 19, 3pm. Registration required. Call 433-4877 COMMUNITY SERVICE OPPORTUNITY @ Weaver Earn community service credit for high school or confirmation. Monday, August 18, 2-4pm READ DOWN YOUR FINES @ Weaver and Riverside Youth 16 and under can reduce their overdue fines by reading in the library. Tell a librarian when you start reading. 30 minutes of reading = $1 waived.

August Activities For Children @ East Providence Public Libraries

SUMMER READING Report your summer reading at the library to earn prizes & FREE passes to museums, farms, and other local fun spots. Two lucky East Providence readers will each win four tickets to a Pawsox game and be entered to win a trip for four to Walt Disney World. CRAFTS Wednesdays, 11:00, all ages @RIVERSIDE August 6 – Tie Dye Butterflies – Combine different colors with water to make this beautiful insect. August 13 – Make Slime! WEEKLY STORYTIMES - July 3 - August 7 Storytimes include stories, songs, music and dance Thursdays, 10:00am, ages 2 – 6 @WEAVER Yunus & Habibah Quddus present… ONOMATOPOETRY! For families with children ages 4+. Tuesday, July 29, 2:00 @WEAVER Explosive performance of music, poetry, spoken word, and more! High-energy and lots of fun!! This program will be outside on the lawn at Weaver. In case of rain, it will take place indoors. Arrive early. Space is limited. THEATER PERFORMANCES Tuesday, August 5, 6:30 WEAVER Wednesday, August 6, 10:30 @WEAVER The Weaver Library children’s theater group will be performing the play “Ghost Light.” This is a 30-minute light comedy filled with wacky and wackier characters as well as a couple of helpful theater ghosts. Open to the public. MAGICIAN – THE GREAT BALDINI For families with children ages 4+ Tuesday, August 5, 2:00 @WEAVER Arrive early. Space is limited. RONALD McDONALD’S “READING IS WOW” SHOW Tuesday, August 19, 10:00 @WEAVER For families with children ages 3+ Have fun with Ronald McDonald discovering all the ways reading is WOW. This 30-minute show is filled with magic, excitement, audience participation, and surprises!

ICE CREAM SOCIAL Thursday, August 21, 3:00 @WEAVER Free ice cream cones & free books for kids. Books Are Wings is donating the free books. FARMERS MARKET Thursdays through August 28, 4:00-7:00 on the lawn @ WEAVER. (Rain or shine) Fresh local food, kids workshops, and live music! SUMMER READING BUDDIES The library matches volunteers, age 13-adult, with younger children to read together for one hour each week at the library. Call the Weaver Library for more information. READ DOWN YOUR FINES Kids 16 and younger can “pay” their overdue fines by reading in the library. Just tell a librarian when you start and finish reading, and we will waive $1 for every 30 minutes of reading. Look for us on Facebook. For more information, contact the location where the activity is being held, or the main Youth Services Department at 434-2453.

Fifth Annual Woony Ride to Blaze a Trail Between Rivers

September 20 bike ride will link Woonasquatucket and Blackstone bike paths

The Fifth Annual Woony Ride, an annual bike ride and walk that benefits youth and environmental programs along the Woonasquatucket River in Providence, will follow the direction of a proposed new northern Rhode Island bike route on Saturday, September 20. The Woony Ride begins and ends at Waterplace Park in downtown Providence, with start times between 8 am and 11 am, depending on how far participants will ride. With routes of 5 10, 27, 50 and 62-mile, riders of all abilities will enjoy the Woony Ride’s combination of city, town and rural routes. The 5 and 10-mile rides follow the Woonasquatucket River Greenway between Waterplace Park and Johnston. The longer routes continue on rural roads through central and northern Rhode Island to connect with the off-road Blackstone Valley Bikeway. The 50 and 62.5 mile loops include the full current lengths of both the Woonasquatucket and Blackstone off road bike paths. The afterparty for returning riders in Waterplace Park features live music, food from Julian’s Restaurant and prizes for riders and teams. The Woony Ride has doubled the number of participants in each of its four years. More than 280 riders joined in last year. The 2014 Woony Ride has been capped at no more than 500 riders to ensure a great experience for everyone. The $60 individual registration will be discounted by $10 through August 31. Proceeds from the Woony Ride support the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council and its work to preserve and restore the Woonasquatucket River and the surrounding lands, protecting wildlife and water quality in the river. Through the Council’s innovative River Ranger and summer cycling programs, youth from Providence’s Olneyville neighborhood get outdoors and help defend their river while mastering science concepts and practical skills. The Council believes that this year’s Woony Ride will be the first organized ride to cover the full length of the bike paths along Rhode Islands two American Heritage Rivers, the Woonasquatucket and the Blackstone. Organizers hope participation in the Woony Ride will help build public support to complete planned extensions of both paths and eventually, a marked on-road bike route connecting Rhode Island’s two riverbank bike paths.

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East Providence Senior Center News Highlights

Friday, August 1st Blood Pressure Clinic 10:30am Tuesday, August 5th Wellness Screenings 9:00am Wednesday, August 6th Clinical Lab 8:30am Stroke Club 1:30pm Wednesday, August 13th Blood Pressure Clinic 10:30am Friday, August 15th SNAP (Food Stamps) 9:30am Monday, August 18th Caregiver’s Support 10:30am Thursday, August 21st Podiatrist 8:00am Blood Pressure Clinic 10:30am Red Hats 1:30pm Monday, August 25th Computer Assistance 2:00pm Tuesday, August 26th Blood Pressure Clinic 10:30am Wednesday, August 27th RSVP Board Meeting 1:00pm Thursday, August 28th Diabetes Support 1:00pm

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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 Fill out the paperwork for survivor Reiki Master benefits in the event the veteran is 9:30 - Noon deceased Carole Caprio is available for 30 Apply for Aid and Attendance for those minutes /$15.00 or 60 minutes /$30.00 Reiki with certain disabilities and much, much sessions Thursday mornings beginning at more 9:30. Reiki is a profoundly simple hands-on technique that assists one in their ability to YOUR HEALTH reduce pain, heal injuries, regain balance, New Hours for the Walking Club increase energy, enhance the immune Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:00 am system, reduce stress and tension, and We meet in the EPSC Lobby at 9:00 promote physical and emotional wellam and walk on the trails outside. If the being. It is safe, peaceful, and relaxing. weather is bad or it is too humid we are To schedule an appointment, please call able to walk inside using a DVD. Carole @ 861-3675. For more information, please visit Carole’s website at http://www. Diabetes Outpatient Education indepthhealing.abmp.com.

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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 4357800 Ext. 1

Clinical Lab

East Side Clinical Lab draws blood work here the first Wednesday of the month. There is no pre-registration, just come in with the lab slip. The date for this month is: Wednesday, Aug. 6th @ 8:30am

Podiatrist

Dr. Michael Reuter, Podiatrist, will be in the Health Office Thursday, Aug. 21st @ 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.

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Family Van Program is a community outreach program dedicated to preventative health screenings and health education. They will visit the center Tuesday, Aug. 5th from 9-12pm. The screenings will consist of total cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood pressures. The screenings are free of charge and completely confidential.

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cortisol, through laughing. Happy people, those who laugh, are 55% less likely to develop conditions or die from causes that

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Boost your laugh quotient by trying some tips below….. SMILE. It’s the first step to a lighter mood, and like laughter, a happy expression is infectious. BE THANKFUL. Recognizing the good things in life will brighten your perspective and help you find humor in your day. FOCUS ON THE FUNNY. Ask friends and family, “What is the funniest thing that happened to you today? This week? Ever?” It gives everyone a chance to laugh and focuses the whole group on the positive. LAUGH OFF SETBACKS. Stuck in a bad situation? Rather than bemoaning your fate, look for the humor in it. CREATE HUMOR IN THE WORKPLACE. Find a funny screensaver for your computer. Put up a comical quote or poster, and display photos of yourself and friends laughing.

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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

Reflexology

Monday, August 25th 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.

Over 25 Years of Caring for Our Community

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.

Reflexology is a form of bodywork that focuses primarily on the feet. Reflexology is a popular alternative therapy. It promotes relaxation, improves circulation, reduces pain, soothes tired feet, and encourages overall healing. Reflexology is also used for postoperative or palliative care. A study in the American Cancer Society journal found that one-third of cancer patients used reflexology as a complementary therapy. Reflexology is recommended as a complementary therapy and should not replace medical treatment. If interested let the staff know.

Support Groups

Senior Center Library

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

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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

August 2014 The Reporter 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 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 Wed. & 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 Pokeno Cockroach Cribbage Hi Lo Jack League

Thursday 1:00pm Monday 1:00pm Tuesday 8:15am Tuesday 1:00pm Friday

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.

Daily Programs

Computer games Billiards Nutritional Lunch Bocce ball Walking Track Cards Morning & Afternoon Coffee/Pastry

Leisure Programs

Book Club Monday 1:00pm Bingo Tuesday 1:25pm Bocce Ball Tuesday 9:00am Scrabble Wed. & Friday 9:30am Meditation Class Friday 11:00am Library Daily 8-4pm Computer Games Daily Lower level Billiards Daily Lower level

Senior Center Travel

Aug. 9th Martha’s Vineyard - $67.00 to include Transportation, Island Queen Ferry Ride, a narrated Tour of the Island, Visit to Edgar Town to enjoy the sights, restaurants and shops. Price without the tour is $55.00 Cancellation Insurance $10.00 Aug. 21st Log Cabin Showtime Tribute to Patsy Cline - $79.00 to include Hors D’oeuvre Welcome Tray, Clam Chowder, New England Boiled Lobster, BBQ Ribs, Chicken, Corn, Baked Potato, Strawberry Ice Cream Sundae, Coffee/ Tea & Complimentary Glass of Wine. Cancellation Insurance $10.00

Internet Fraud

While using the Internet is a great skill at any age, the slower speed of adoption among some older people makes them easier targets for automated Internet scams that are ubiquitous on the web and email programs. Pop-up browser windows simulating

virus-scanning software will fool victims into either downloading a fake anti-virus program (at a substantial cost) or an actual virus that will open up whatever information is on the user’s computer to scammers. Their unfamiliarity with the less visible aspects of browsing the web (firewalls and built-in virus protection, for example) make seniors especially susceptible to such traps. One example includes: Email/Phishing Scams A senior receives email messages that appear to be from a legitimate company or institution, asking them to “update” or “verify” their personal information. A senior receives emails that appear to be from the IRS about a tax refund.

Sweepstakes & Lottery Scams

This simple scam is one that many are familiar with, and it capitalizes on the notion that “there’s no such thing as a free lunch.” Here, scammers inform their mark that they have won a lottery or sweepstakes of some kind and need to make some sort of payment to unlock the supposed prize. Often, seniors will be sent a check that they can deposit in their bank account, knowing that while it shows up in their account immediately, it will take a few days before the (fake) check is rejected. During that time, the criminals will quickly collect money for supposed fees or taxes on the prize, which they pocket while the victim has the “prize money” removed from his or her account as soon as the check bounces.

Funeral & Cemetery Scams

The FBI warns about two types of funeral and cemetery fraud perpetrated on seniors. In one approach, scammers read obituaries and call or attend the funeral service of a complete stranger to take advantage of the grieving widow or widower. Claiming the deceased had an outstanding debt with them, scammers will try to extort money from relatives to settle the fake debts. Another tactic of disreputable funeral homes is to capitalize on family members’ unfamiliarity with the considerable cost of funeral services to add unnecessary charges to the bill. In one common scam of this type, funeral directors will insist that a casket, usually one of the most expensive parts of funeral services, is necessary even when performing a direct cremation, which can be accomplished with a cardboard casket rather than an expensive display or burial casket.

Telemarketing

Perhaps the most common scheme

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is when scammers use fake telemarketing calls to prey on older people, who as a group make twice as many purchases over the phone than the national average. While the image of the lonely senior citizen with nobody to talk to may have something to do with this, it is far more likely that older people are more familiar with shopping over the phone, and therefore might not be fully aware of the risk. With no face-to-face interaction, and no paper trail, these scams are incredibly hard to trace. Also, once a successful deal has been made, the buyer’s name is then shared with similar schemers looking for easy targets, sometimes defrauding the same person repeatedly. Examples of telemarketing fraud include:

“The Pigeon Drop”

The con artist tells the individual that he/she has found a large sum of money and is willing to split it if the person will make a “good faith” payment by withdrawing funds from his/her bank account. Often, a second con artist is involved, posing as a lawyer, banker, or some other trustworthy stranger.

“The Fake Accident Ploy”

The con artist gets the victim to wire or send money on the pretext that the person’s child or another relative is in the hospital and needs the money.

“Charity Scams”

Money is solicited for fake charities. This often occurs after natural disasters. Don’t be a victim! And if you think you have been REPORT IT 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

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Dave Says Dear Dave, What’s the difference between a Chapter 7 bankruptcy and Chapter 13 bankruptcy? Claudia Dear Claudia, Chapter 7 bankruptcy is what most people think about when they hear the word “bankruptcy.” It’s total bankruptcy, almost like dropping an atomic bomb on your entire financial picture. Virtually all of your unsecured debt (except student loans, child support and money owed to the IRS) is wiped out. These things are not bankruptable. About 98 percent of the time, creditors of your other unsecured debt — things like credit cards and alike — get nothing. Items that are secured debt, such as your car or house, are treated a little bit differently. If you’re behind on payments, you may be allowed to get current. In most cases, banks will allow you to re-sign in a process called reaffirming the debt. Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a payment plan structured over five years. In it, you have to pay all of your secured debt. If it has a lien on it, you pay 100 percent to keep the item. You also have to pay a portion of your unsecured debt. Again — like in Chapter 7 — debt to the IRS, child support and student loans don’t go away. For any other unsecured debt, you can pay a percentage of what’s owed. An overall payment plan is developed, and you make those payments for five years. I’m not a big fan of either one. —Dave Dear Dave, Do you think it’s unreasonable to ask my 76-year-old husband to have a will drawn up? He had one made when we lived in Florida, but we moved to Georgia. He won’t do it, because he says wills aren’t recognized in Georgia. Cam Dear Cam, Wills aren’t recognized in Georgia? Where did he get his legal advice, in a bar or pool hall? Okay, let’s straighten this out. The will he had drawn up in Florida wouldn’t be recognized in Georgia, but he could have one made in Georgia that would be absolutely valid and legal. Everyone: No matter where you live, you need a will. If you die without a will in place, your family has to go through the court and jump through all sorts of hoops to settle the estate. The process can take several months. No one should leave their loved ones in that kind of predicament, when having a will drawn up is such a simple an inexpensive process. Everyone needs a will, Cam. Human beings have a 100 percent mortality rate, okay? No one is getting out of this thing alive. You need a will, a full estate plan with specific instructions on what to do with all your stuff after you die! —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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August 2014 Activities at Providence Children’s Museum Below are on some of many activities happening at the museum

Imagination Playground Daily in August • 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.

MetLife Family Friday | Manton Avenue Project ALSO Friday August 8 • 5:00 - 8:00 PM

The Museum is open free of charge every Friday evening through Labor Day from 5:00 - 8:00 PM for “MetLife Family Friday – Free at Five!,” sponsored by MetLife Foundation. Stay out late and splash, play, explore and discover! From 6:00 - 7:00 PM, also enjoy “Off the Grid: The Electricity Plays,” hilarious one-act plays created by kids from the Manton Avenue Project. Recommended for ages 6 and up.

Worm World Saturday, August 9 & Sunday, August 10 • 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Explore the wonderful world of worms! Kids observe how worms wiggle, meet night crawlers, squirm through tunnels, and get their hands dirty digging through a wormy habitat. Underwritten by Amgen Foundation.

Imagination Playground Friday, August 15 • 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Imagination Playground Saturday, August 16 - Monday, August 18 • 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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) 273-KIDS or visit www.ChildrenMuseum.org.

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MetLife Family Friday at Providence Children’s Museum ALSO Friday August 15 • 5:00 - 8:00 PM

Dr. Ryan Loiselle, DVM provides low cost spay and neuter services for cats in a mobile, state-ofthe art surgical unit. This convenient, affordable veterinary care is available at a variety of Rhode Island and nearby Massachusetts locations each month. www.rimobilevet.com

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IN MEMORIAM

Anthony “Tony” Almeida

Anthony “Tony” Almeida long Time EP Councilman dies: Tony Almeida passed away on July 2nd, 2014. During WWII he served as a Light Mortar Crewman in the US Army 20th Infantry Regiment during the South Pacific Campaign. Tony had a long involvement in baseball as a player and a manager both pitching for and managing the Suttonville Red Sox of the Tim O’Neil Amateur League and managing teams in the East Providence Central Little League from 1947 to 1991. He was a lifelong and passionate fan of the Red Sox and Ted Williams. First elected in 1972, he served 6 terms on the East Providence City Council, Ward 2, where he was known for his nononsense political style that emulated his idol Harry Truman. He is a former member of the EP Planning board and the EP Housing Authority. He was honored last year for his 49 years of service on the EP Democratic City Committee. A life time communicant of St. Francis Xavier Church he was a founding member of its’ fund raising committee in 1974 and a member of the Holy Ghost Beneficial Brotherhood (Phillips Street Hall) of EP in excess of 60 years.

Beverly D. (Read) Pontarelli, 80, of “Harborview,” 3663 Pawtucket Avenue, died peacefully on June 25, 2014 surrounded by her loving family. Raymond J. Lavertue, 78, of Meadowcrest Drive, Riverside, died peacefully on June 26, 2014 surrounded by his loving family. Beatrice (Bea, Betsy) (Croteau) Robinson, RN, 88, of East Providence died Friday June 27, 2014. Joseph A. McKenna, 87 of Circuit Drive, Riverside passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2014 at his home. Joseph Cavaco, 78, of So. Spruce St., died surrounded by his family Sunday, June 29, 2014 at the Miriam Hospital. James E. Schoepfer, 83, of Rumford, formerly of Pawtucket, passed away Sunday, June 29, 2014 Raymond A . Greene, Jr., 74 of Brookhaven Drive passed away on Tuesday, July 1, 2014 at his home. Ernest Oliver, 88, of Moorland Avenue, died Tuesday morning, July 1, 2014, at the Evergreen House Anthony A. Almeida, of 57 No. Carpenter St, died early Tuesday morning, July 2, 2014. Robert G. Luz, (Major, U.S. Army, Ret.) 81 of Temple Drive died Friday, July 4, 2014 at Rhode Island Hospital. Elizabeth (Malcolm) “Betty” Hamilton, died July 4 at Linn Health Center. Jose Manuel Amorim, 38, of Mary Ave., died unexpectedly at home early Sunday morning, July 6, 2014. Matilde F. Ferreira, age 99 of Parker Ave., died July 6, 2014 at East Gate Nursing Home surrounded by her loving family. Beverly A. (Whittum) Hassell, 64, of 25 Reardon Avenue Riverside lost her battle with cancer at home with her loving family surrounding her. Theodore Mitrelis, 86 of Rumford, passed away on Monday, July 7, 2014 at Rhode Island Hospital. RUGGIERO, SALVATORE JR., 80, formerly of Riverside, passed away peacefully in Tampa, Fl, on July 7, 2014, surrounded by his beloved family. Jose M. Medeiros, 78, of Brookhaven Drive died on Tuesday, July 8, 2014 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center. Olga, C. Lemos, 90, of Burnside Avenue, Riverside, died peacefully on July 9,

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2014 in the Milford Regional Medical Center, Milford, MA. Joan M. (Abbott) Peck, 75, died July 10, 2014 at Home and Hospice Care of RI. Eduino C. Costa, age 65, died July 11, 2014 after a courageous battle with cancer, at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital surrounded by his loving family. DELTORO, PETER, A. 67, of Williams Street, died peacefully on July 12, 2014. Olive Ferreira, 94, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2014 at her home. Jo-Anne M. Santos, age 65, died July 14, 2014 at RI Hospital. Patricia A. (Bruneau) Jablonski, 73, of Rumford, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, July 15, 2014. Anthony J. Amerantes, 81 of Second Street died Tuesday, July 15, 2014 at Rhode Island Hospital. Patricia A. (Bruneau) Jablonski, 73, of Rumford, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, July 15, 2014. LOMBARDI, CATHERINE 91, “Kay,” of Massasoit Avenue, died peacefully on July 16, 2014 surrounded by her loving family. Anna M. (Castro) Oliveira, of Rosemere Drive, East Providence, and formerly of Pawtucket died on July 16, 2014. Pauline C. (Harris) Grant, 76, passed away Thursday, July 17, 2014 at RI Hospital. Eleanor E. Harlin, 100, formerly of Catalpa Avenue, Riverside, East Bay Manor and Harbor Point, died peacefully on July 17, 2014 at Harbor Point, Centerville, MA, surrounded by her loving family. Kenneth J. Fiyod, 74 of Riverside passed away July 17, 2014. Helen J. Norman, formerly of East Bay Manor passed into the arms of our Lord Thursday July 17, 2014 at the Hattie Ide Chaffee Home. Gloria Pimental, age 87, of Bentley St., died early Thursday morning, July 17, 2014 at the Orchard View Manor. Kenneth J. Fiyod, 74 of Riverside passed away July 17, 2014. BEAUVAIS, MAURICE “MOE” passed away on Sunday July 20, 2014. A Memorial Service was held in The Butterfield Chapel ANTONIO, PIEDADE (MARTINS) 102 of East Providence passed away Monday, July 21,2014 at the home of her daughter Maria Alice Andre’ Antonio with whom she lived. CHIARIELLO, GLORIA 83, of Beverly Road, Riverside, died peacefully on July 24, 2014 surrounded by her loving family. MOREIRA, MARIA E. 92, of Wilmarth Avenue, passed away on Friday July 25, 2014 at Waterview Villa. BROOK, DONNA BROCHU 77, of Riverside died at home on July 25, 2014. CREVIER, EDNA R., (FRATUS) 90, of Mystic Avenue, Riverside, died unexpectedly on July 26, 2014.

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CLASSIFIEDS 1 To 15 Words - $10 16 To 30 Words - $15 Additional Words $.25 each

WANTED

WANTED: Dighton-Rehoboth High School YEAR BOOKS for 1961, 1963, 1975, 1980, 2004. Call 508-252-3013. WE BUY Diabetic Test Strips for CASH. Unopened, Unused & Unexpired. We get them to people with little or no insurance. TOP CASH paid. FREE local pick-up. Call Ron @ 508-217-8074. (e814) WANTED: Civil War, WW1, WW2, Anything to do with military; helmets, knives, uniforms, guns, HAVE (license), anything related to wartime, will pay cash for items, ask for Charles, 508-230-6444; call anytime thanks. (e1214)

FOR RENT

1 Bedroom Townhouse for rent: 2 Family home on Bullocks Point Avenue, Riverside. New kitchen cabinets and counters, formal dinning room, small office, plenty closet space, own entrance, own basement, washer dryer hookups. Nice fenced yard with cherry blossom trees, off street parking, ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKERS NO DOGS, Please don’t call if you smoke owner lives on premises, no section 8, one year lease then month to month, $800 no utilities, 401-489-2700. East Prov.: Newly Renovated, 2nd Fl. 5 Room, 2 Bed, Hardwoods, Appliances. Off Street Parking. Near bus, Shopping, and Prov. East Side. NO Smoking. NO Pets. $850. Call 508-336-0827. (e814) FOR RENT IN SEEKONK: House, 3 bedroom, freshly painted, fully applianced, hardwood floors, large attic loft, screened porch, full basement, attached 2 car garage, no smoking, call 508-326-0535. (e814) Looking for a lovely place to call home? Beautiful 2 bedroom, 1 bath with sunset and water views for rent/lease: Peaceful, comfy, relaxing Bullocks Point - Riverside/ East Providence neighborhood. Beautiful 5 rooms 2 bedroom, 1 full bath. Private entrance. Completely updated. Large eat-in kitchen, living room and dining room. Beautiful wood floors. Gorgeous sunset and water views from the comfort of your front room or porch. Off-street parking. Excellent location. Walk to Sabin Point Park, convenience stores, Chinese food and sub shops, bike path, Dari Bee, library, and transportation. 10

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VACATION RENTALS

CUSTOM LOG CABIN HOME: White Mountains New Hampshire, Located on Pearl Lake Rd, on the lake, perfect for kayaks and small boats; Sugar Hill, Franconia NH, sleeps 6, fireplace; minutes from New Hampshire attractions; Franconia Pkwy, Santa’s Village, Whale’s Tail Water Park, and Cog Railway; swimming, hiking, fishing, boating, or just R&R; weekly $550 and weekends $235, Call Joe at 401-4398089. (e814) CLEARWATER, FLORIDA Vacation Rental, One bedroom plus, over 55 community village, free golf, 2 golf courses, 2 pools, many dances, huge auditorium, theatre, shows, many clubs, fitness room, shuttles to local malls, spacious, updates in kitchen & bathroom, family room queen size sleeper, balcony, king bedroom, near beaches, airport, beautifully furnished Floridian colors. Three - six months, cable extra. careda1@cox.net 401-289-0127. VACATION/HONEYMOON RENTAL: St. Michael, Azores (Portugal), pristine 2-bed/2-bath apartment with kitchen, DR, LR, & laundry. Linens provided. Majestic Atlantic and mountain views from spacious deck, near golf, beach, etc. Call 401-4800374 or 508-336-8432. (e1214)

FOR SALE

SECRETARY DESK: Mahogany finish, excellent condition $125, Couch and wingback chair, excellent condition $150 Rehoboth 1-508-409-9259 (e814) Merchadise for sale: -Laser printer, gently used Konica Minolta magicolor, great working order, 20ppm, $150.00 Call 774.565.0156. Euro-pro Shark ultra steam blaster with attachments. Like new! Healthy steam cleaning! $100.00 Call 774.565.0156 (e814)

HELP WANTED

HELP WANTED: Part Time yard work, trimming, planting, etc. Light housework, help with my online selling, filing, light office work. $10. - $12. per hour depending on job. Barrington 401-289-0127 careda1@ cox.net References. (e814)

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GENERAL SERVICES

Nail Tech Service; Gel Nails, lighter than acrylic. Nail art also available, from “elegant” to “fun” nails. Offering half price on full set & specials on nail art. Call Annie, 508-336-6314. (e814) NEED A LIFT? I CAN HELP: Are you a senior citizen who doesn’t drive anymore? A disabled person who has trouble getting around?I can provide safe clean non smoking transportation. My services include: Transportation to and from appointments, help with shopping, running errands and pet care. Please call (401)578-0197. References available upon request. (e814) EXTREME CLEANING! M&Z Service and Maintenance: Residential & Commercial - Free Quotes- weekly, biweekly, monthly or one-time-only service. Licensed, Insured, Trustworthy and Professional with references! Call Rebecca 401.585.1399. (914) PARTY RENTAL SERVICES: Moonwalks for sale or rent $125 per weekend. 20x30 Tent package includes tables & chairs $350. 20x20 tent package included tables & chairs $250. Set up Included. Call early for Reservation. Dan 401-255-1072. (e914)

CLASSES / LESSONS

DE-MYSTIFYING MATH MATH TUTORING, High School/College. Algebra & Trigonometry; Pre-Calculus; Calculus. Mass. licensed Grades 8-12. MondayThursday during school year, 3PM-6PM, at Seekonk Public Library. Competitive pricing. Call Chris at 508-336-2702. (e814) PIANO LESSONS: Taught in my home, both classical and popular to persons of all ages. Anita Russo, 8 Terrybrooke Road, Rehoboth 508-252-4208. (e1214)

PETS

FOR SALE: Shih Tzu puppies, 3 mos. old, 2 boys/3 girls, 1st shots, vet checked, dewormed. $500 - (401) 433-1003. (e814)

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AUGUST BUSINESS DIRECTORY Appliance Repairs

CJS / Statewide Appliance Repair

Nursing Homes

United Methodist Elder Care

Attorney

Cutcliffe, Galvin & Archetto

Nursing Homes

Waterview Villa

George Family Orthodontics

Auto Body

Fogarty Auto Body

Orthodontics

Auto Body

Tri Star Autobody, Inc.

Orthodontics

Romani Orthodontics

Auto Repairs

Metric Motors

Painting Contractor

EZ Painting

Auto Repairs

New England Tire

Painting Contractor

Gagne Painting Company

Action Industries

Bakery

Crugnale Bakery

Paving Contractor

Bank

Coastway Community Bank

Powerwashing

East Bay Pressure Wash Co LLC

Bike Shop

Your Bike Shop

Private School

Antioch School

Building Contractor

A.J. Adams Bldg & Remodeling Co. 46

Private School

Dayspring Christian Academy

Sacred Heart School

Candidate - East Prov. Brian J. Faria

Private School

Candidate - East Prov. Candy Seel - Candidate EP

Private School

The Pinecroft School - Rehoboth

Candidate - East Prov. Chrissy Rossi

Real Estate

Keystone Property Group

Candidate - East Prov. Timothy Conley

Real Estate

Marcel Robert / Tirrell Realty

Chamber of Commerce East Providence Chamber

Real Estate

Mateus Realty

Cleaning Service

Debbie’s Cleaning Service

Real Estate

ReMax Rivers Edge

Collectibles

Wexler’s Collectibles

Real Estate

The Tirrell Team

Concrete

American Mobile Mix Concrete Inc.

Real Estate

Williams & Stuart Real Estate

Batty Construction

Country Club

Pawtucket Country Club

Remodeling

Crossfit

Fitt 101

Restaurant

B. Pinelli’s

Dance Studio

Arthur Murray

Restaurant

China Gourmet

Dance Studio

Bayside School of Dance

Restaurant

Cozy Kettle

Hillside Country Club

Dance Studio

Twinkle Toes Dance Studio

Restaurant

Dentist

Eager Family Dentistry

Roof Cleaning

John Rico Home Improvements

Dentist

Lisa Daft DMD & Associates, PC

Roofing Contractor

Tabeleys Roofing

Dentist

Romani Orthodontics

Screen Replacement

Blackstone Valley Window & Door

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Dentist

Smith Family Dental Associates

Smoke Shop & Lounge Churchill’s Smoke Shop & Lounge

Events

Tuff Scramblers

Spa

Cristallo Spa at Hillside CC

Fence-Sales/Serv.

Foxx Fence

Stove Shop

Fireplace Showcase

Fuel - Oil

Al’s Quality Oil Co.

Town

City Of East Providence Canvassing 13 Big Blue Removal Service

Advanced Tree

Funeral Home

Perry/McStay Funeral Home

Trash/Junk Removal

Golf

Rehoboth Country Club, Inc.

Tree Service

Golf Club

Segregansett Country Club

Grocery / Meat Market Parker’s Meat Market

Handyman

Just In Time Handyman Service

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Buying or Selling - Call

MATEUS Realty The experience makes the difference!

So if you're ready to buy or sell, Call Mateus Realty today at 434-8399. Luis Mateus (401) 368-2403 Jeff Mateus (401) 447-9459

EAST PROVIDENCE - Estate Sale!! Spacious 4 Br, 2 bath Colonial, zoned C1, dining, den, porches, young roof, some replacement windows, hw's, gas heat/hw, upgraded electric. $129,900

RUMFORD - Myron Francis!! 2/3 Br Ranch, dining, LR/FP, 1/2 acre park like lot on dead end street!! Sprinklers, shrubs, trees, water falls, landscaping lights, city & well water.AG pool, deck, patio, terrace and more. $269,900

EAST PROVIDENCE - Silver Spring!! Pride of ownership, 3 Br Cape; young roof, boiler/hw tank, upgraded electric, siding, shed, patio, sprinklers, granite, master suite & new bath bath. $209,900

A sign of success and a name you can trust!

EAST PROVIDENCE - Short Sale!! Centrally located 4 Br, 1 1/2 bath cottage, dining, deck, young roof, replacement windows. $99,900

EAST PROVIDENCE - Centrally located!! 3 Br, 1 1/2 bath Ranch with great potential!! Mbr/lav, hw's, gas heat 7000+ sf corner lot. $139,900

RIVERSIDE - Perfect condo alternative!! Close to water, bike path, marina & Haines Park!! New plumbing, heat & electric. Replacement windows, siding, breezeway, deck, garages, corner lot. $169,900

Pam Reis (401) 368-2402 Maria Correia (401) 556-2957 Cecilia Duarte (401) 450-9044

EAST PROVIDENCE - Kent Gardens!! Custom built 3 Br, 2 1/2 bath Raised Ranch, LR/FP, FR/FP, MBR/LAV, Jacuzzi, partially finished basement, cathedrals, central air, garage, 10,000+ sf lot on dead end st. $239,900

EAST PROVIDENCE - Warren Ave!! Single Family home with 3100+ sf of living space and professional possibilities!! 3 Brs, 2 1/2 baths, dining, FR, office, siding, brick. $179,900

EAST PROVIDENCE -Kent Heights!! Estate Sale!! 3 Br, 2 bath, Colonial with possible buildable lot!! Dining, FR, siding, replacement windows, upgraded electric, garages, 23,000+ sf lot. $229,900

EAST PROVIDENCE - Brightridge!! 4 units (2) 2 Brs (2) 1 Br, vinyl siding, replacement windows, appliances, gas heat/hw, upgraded electric, 3 car garage, ample parking. $249,900

WEST WARWICK - Fairview!! Must see interior!! Remodeled 3 Br, 1 1/2 bath Colonial, dining, office, new kitchen & baths, granite, tile, lg rms, high ceilings, siding, replacement windows, sliders, patio, garage, 8000+sf lot, $199,900

434-8399 FALAMOS PORTUGUES • FAX # 435-3401

582 Warren Avenue • East Providence, RI 02914

RIVERSIDE - Waddington!! 3 Br, 2 bath Cape, young roof, gas boiler & Hw tank. Upgraded electric, replacement windows, sliders off Br to deck, fireplace, hw's, garage. $164,900.

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Honoring our Military on FREEDOM DAY

September 11, 2014 Dr. Sarah Eager, a dentist who served in the U.S. Air Force, is honoring our military service members and their families by providing a day of free dental care! Those with a military I.D. card or DD Form 214 are eligible for a dental exam, x-rays and a cleaning. By appointment only. Sarah Eager, DDS, FAGD

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