July 2023 East Providence Reporter

East Providence News Briefs

Speed Camera Review Requested by Council

At its June 20th meeting, members of the City Council requested that the city administration provide a comprehensive review of the speed camera program. The initial request from Council members Frank Rego, Frank Fogarty and Anna Sousa, asked that an “independent audit” be conducted. Council members eventually turned the item into a request for a review. All Council members had pointed questions for Police Chief Christopher Francesconi and Director of Administration Napoleon Gonsalves. City Director of Finance Malcolm Moore told the Council that just under $8 million dollars in tickets have been issued. This includes speed and

red-light cameras combined. “That’s if we collect all the fines,” said Moore. Moore reminded the Council that not everyone pays for their ticket and some people appeal and go to Municipal Court. Other fines go to the company that operates the program, Sensys Gatso. The city administration has estimated about $3 million will be collected for the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget. “This money generally goes into the General Budget,” said Moore. Of the 157,00 issued tickets, some 100,000 are processed and paid up. The balance is unpaid or awaiting Court action.

The future of speed cameras in the city is unsure at best. Council

members Fogarty and Lawson are against their deployment at all. Others haven’t gone that far yet but have several questions. Some have suggested altering the times to only before and after school or doing away with some locations all together.

Councilman Rego said he is concerned that some motorists avoid main camera areas and detour down side streets “like Don avenue and others.” Still, Director Gonsalves said that the program is working. “The number one complaint we get in the city is speeding. Cameras work, traffic is slowing.”

The council has asked for the following specific questions to be answered by the July 18th council meeting:

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• Number of events from Sensys Gatso issued from inception to June 30, 2023

• How many tickets were generated from these events from inception to June 30, 2023

• How many tickets were paid from inception to June 30, 2023

• How many tickets are unpaid from inception to June 30, 2023

• How many were adjudicated from inception to June 30, 2023

• What is the total revenue from inception to June 30, 2023

• A report by zip code of total tickets from inception to June 30, 2023

• A member representative from Senys Gatso to be present at the July 18, 2023 Interpretation of the contract with Sensys Gatso regarding permissions/ability/authority the council has to alter times, locations and numbers of School Zone Speed Cameras and Red Light Cameras.

Charter Commission Continues Tussle with City Council

City charter commission chairman Marc Furtado, continued to wrangle with the City Council at its June 21st meeting. Furtado is still upset with responses from some of the council that he believes were disrespectful during a prior council appearance. “I think council comments were not malicious but

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were simple incompetence. They are a little wet behind the ears when it comes to governance,” said Furtado. “They have a reality TV show every other Tuesday,” added Furtado. The chairman had appeared before the City Council last month to request an “up or down vote” on charter amendment issues. Members of the Council said that they didn’t prefer individual “up or down votes,” rather they preferred that the commission go through the current charter and make a final list of recommendations. “We will listen to every concern and comment of the charter commission and vote up or down, etc., at some point after reviewing,” Council President Bob Rodericks told Furtado at that meeting. Several commission members did not agree with Chairman Furtado bringing a resolution for a vote before the City Council without their (commission) approval to do so. Members of the City Council contacted later for a response to Chairman Furtado’s comments reportedly were not happy with quotes referring to them as ‘incompetent’ and ‘wet behind the ears’, said President Rodericks. “Council members have indicated a need to respond at its July meeting.”

City to Save $670K Annually with Green Development Partnership

The City of East Providence will save approximately $18.5 million over 25 years by opting for clean, renewable energy for schools, housing developments, and municipal facilities.

In an early June press statement, the Mayor’s office announced that it has signed a 25-year agreement with Green Development LLC, a Cranston-based developer of large-scale solar, wind, and battery projects. The agreement, enabled by the Rhode Island Virtual Net Metering program, makes

it possible for qualified entities, such as municipalities, quasi-government agencies, nonprofits, and schools to realize significant savings on their energy bills while contributing to the growth of clean, renewable energy in Rhode Island. The annual savings will be approximately $670,000 per year and $18,500,000 over the life of the agreement.

Green Development is able to maximize the energy discount because all three EastProvidence entities—the school district, housing authority, and the city itself, signed their agreements simultaneously, along with plans for a solar canopy at the city’s police facility. As part of a public-private partnership, the canopy project will feature covered parking and electric vehicle charging stations.

“The covered parking will also save on exterior wear and tear of many vehicles and allow our special response vehicle to have a safe home also,” said Council President Rodericks. “A win-win for our community.

“We are looking forward to saving millions of dollars on energy bills over the next few years and beyond,” East Providence Mayor Bob DaSilva said. “The long-term agreement will help us achieve our clean energy goals while enabling us to devote a greater portion of our budgets to programs and services that serve East Providence residents.”

In March 2021, the city began working with Green Development to conduct a 12-month trial run, based on a subset of our energy usage. Once it was obvious that participation in the RI Virtual Net Metering program provides sizeable savings, both the East Providence School District and the East Providence Housing Authority determined that the program makes good economic sense for them, as well. “We are pleased to welcome the City of East Providence as our newest clean energy partner, and we hope that the city can serve as an example to other cities and towns that renewable energy, in conjunction with the RI Virtual

Net Metering program makes sense from an economic standpoint, in addition to benefiting the environment”, added Green Development Founder and CEO Mark DePasquale.

“As a leading, locally owned and operated developer of renewable energy projects, we are proud to be one of the drivers of the ongoing and quickly accelerating energy transformation here in Rhode Island,” Green Development VP of Business Development Hannah Morini. “When electricity is increasingly produced from in-state renewable energy assets, the level of energy security also rises, making Rhode Island less dependent on out-of-state fossil fuel sources. The support and participation of energy partners, like the City of East Providence, makes it possible for us to continue this work.”

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Police to Get New Portable Radios

The local police department will be the recipient of 60 new portable radios as a result of the council approval of Mayor Bob DaSilva’s request. In a resolution sponsored by Council President Rodericks, the city will purchase the radios worth a total of $590,000. The funding is from asset forfeiture and not a drain on the budget. Asked by Rodericks if “these are not just radio Shack radios,” Chief Francesconi replied, “definitely not.” “These are much needed as we have been buying refurbished radios,” said the police chief. “The radios are an officer’s lifeline on the streets. These are the most advanced radios on the market and critical to communications and other law enforcement needs,” said Francesconi. The WiFi capable radios and are very rugged.” “I will always support purchasing new equipment like this for your department,” Councilman Rego told Francesconi. “I don’t support buying used safety equipment.”

EP Police Deploy Body-Worn Cameras

The East Providence Police Department announced the deployment of its Body Worn Camera program. The department conducted a pilot program where several cameras were tested by officers and staff. Axon body cameras were chosen and purchased through the Rhode Island Statewide Body Worn Camera Program earlier this year after conducting extensive research into the logistics and future funding of the program.

In a June press release, the police department said that, “The body-worn cameras are a tool in modern policing that not only offers protection from false accusations against officers but also helps to document criminal offenses and establishes greater accountability,” Mayor Bob DaSilva said. The department is committed to establishing a body-worn camera program that not only assists officers with their investigations but most importantly strengthens police and community relationships by promoting transparency and accountability within our communities. “Equipping our men and women with body-worn cameras is a milestone we have been working towards for some time now,” Chief Christopher Francesconi said.

“This technology will provide an additional level of transparency, accountability and point of view perspective for our community and police officers. “The cameras will also significantly enhance our evidence-gathering capabilities and lead to more efficient investigations,” Francesconi added.

The cameras will be issued to all frontline patrol officers and patrol sergeants, Traffic Division officers, K9 officers, and Community Police officers starting on June 9, 2023. All sworn members of the department will be trained by the middle of June. Body Worn Camera recordings are subject to the Rhode Island Access to Public Record Act (APRA), Rhode Island General Laws Chapter 38-2. All Requests for public access to a Body Worn Camera recording shall be handled in accordance with state law.

City of East Providence Commits to Major Investments in Police Station

East Providence, RI – The City of East Providence has continued its investment in the East Providence police station through a number of different improvements building upon a long list of upgrades to the station over the last four years.

Some of those major investments include a new roof and solar canopy, to name a few.

“Updates to the police station went unaddressed for years prior to my administration, but we have worked to change that over the last four years,” Mayor Bob DaSilva said. “Our administration has made it a priority to address the needs of all of our buildings and facilities throughout the city including the East Providence police station.”

The East Providence City Council approved an ordinance on May 16, 2023 to allocate $305,800 in unencumbered capital budget funds to the Police Department for the replacement of the station’s roof. The City entered into a contract with Patrick J. McKenna Roofing Inc., to replace the roof. The bid was awarded in April through a bidding process that was initiated in February requesting bids from qualified roofing contractors.

In addition, the City is working with Green Development LLC to add a solar canopy in the parking lot of the police station. The canopy, which will protect the police vehicles and police personal vehicles from the elements, will be erected behind the existing police station. With the addition of the canopy comes energy and budget savings.

The recent investments come on the heels of the city opening the East Providence Public Safety Communications Center, a state-of-the-art space funded by nearly $500,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The new center is equipped with the latest technology and communication systems, including advanced computer-aided dispatching and mapping software, a new phone system, cutting-edge radio equipment, and command console furniture.

The communications center’s move from the city’s police station, has created additional space that will be repurposed to accommodate police department needs.

In addition, the City of East Providence is seeking services of highly qualified firms with expertise in conducting Police Department Renovation Analysis. The purpose and intent of the project is to produce a study of the current layout and determine how to maximize the existing space of the building as well as the space created by moving the communication center offsite.

“I am very pleased to see that the infrastructure needs of the police department are being addressed,” Chief Chris Francesconi said. “In addition to the roof replacement, we will be working with an architectural firm to assess the current and future needs of the building.

Roof Replacement - $305,800; HVAC replacement - $264,046; Parking lot expansion and upgrades to ensure safety of personnel and security of property - $180,438; Men and Women’s Locker rooms - $146, 688; Access Controls - $45,294; Mobile Shelving System - $24,881.

City of East Providence to Treat Ash Trees Spraying To Begin In July

The City of East Providence is launching an Emerald Ash Borer treatment program in July to save some of its most valuable ash trees. Funded in part by the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) Division of Forest Environment’s Forest Health Program, in cooperation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s United States Forest Service Eastern Region, the goal of this program is to treat specific city-owned ash trees with an insecticide to protect them from the invasive emerald ash borer beetle, which feeds on and ultimately kills all infected ash tree species.

Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) was found in Rhode Island in July 2018. An invasive pest native to Asia, EAB was first detected in the United States near Detroit in 2002. Since then, EAB has spread to 36 states and the District of Columbia and has killed hundreds of millions of ash trees in North America. Once EAB population levels are high in an area, ash trees can die within one to two years. Dead ash trees shed limbs, posing a threat to public safety. Cities and towns, as well as private landowners, are now faced with the decision of how to manage their ash trees knowing that they will eventually succumb to this pest. The options are to either apply insecticide treatment or remove and replace ash trees. Most often, cit-

ies and towns will use an approach that employs both strategies: remove and replace smaller ash trees and trees that are already in poor condition while treating larger ash trees in good health to prolong their life and all of the ecosystem benefits that they provide.

The $5,000 RIDEM grant, matched with $5,000 in city funds, will treat approximately 70-80 city-owned ash trees in East Providence with emamectin benzoate, an insecticide that is injected into the tree trunk. This treatment is proven to be effective at prolonging the life of ash trees in areas with EAB infestations, while limiting the impact of the insecticide on the environment and beneficial organisms. The City has contracted Davey Resource Group to inspect and treat ash trees located within the city right-of-way that have been identified as high priority (large diameter and/or in good condition). Their licensed, trained arborists will inspect the trees and treat those that are not already showing signs of significant decline due to EAB infestation. Davey anticipates to start this work in mid-July. Any trees that are treated will be marked with spray paint. City-owned ash trees were identified through a citywide street tree inventory conducted in summer 2021. The inventory provides valuable data on the species, size, condition and location of city street trees to help with urban forest management decisions.

Homeowners should be aware that the city will only be treating city-owned trees located within the city right-of-way. However, EAB is a pervasive pest that will impact all ash trees, including trees on privately owned property. Private property owners will need to decide if and how to manage any ash trees on their property for EAB. Consult a certified arborist with a professional pesticide applicator’s license to compare the costs and benefits of treatment versus removal and replacement. Additional information and resources about EAB are available through RIDEM, USDA, and the EAB Information Network. https://dem.ri.gov/natural-resources-bureau/agricultureand-forest-environment/forest-environment/forest-health-1 https:// www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/planthealth/plant-pest-anddisease-programs/pests-and-diseases/emerald-ash-borer http:// www.emeraldashborer.info/

Club & Museum News

Memorial Day Events Thank You from American Legion Riverside Post 10

The members of American Legion Riverside Post 10 would like to thank the various groups and individuals that helped us honor those those that paid the Ultimate Sacrifice in defense of our nation. We would like to thank Boy Scouts with the cleanup of the Legion property as well as refreshing the garden around the flag pole. Thank you to all who came out to replace flags at Gates of Heaven and Little Neck cemeteries. Despite the rain that came, you all preserved through it.

Thank you to Mayor Dasilva and the City of East Providence for their assistance and cooperation to help us make the parade another success. There were multiple agencies involved in this huge undertaking & it’s certainly much appreciated. Also, Chrissy Rossi who helped to coordinate & organize the parade for us. Thank you to all the individuals & companies who donated the refreshments after the parade. We appreciate those who volunteered to cook and serve the refreshments as well. Thank you to all the parade participants & those who came out to watch the parade. This parade & the events that surround it is a huge undertaking & could not be made possible without all of you. However, it was a small price to pay to remember & honor those that paid the Ultimate Sacrifice.

Michael Reed, Adjutant for American Legion Post 10.

Events/Fundraisers at the Seekonk American Legion

Chicken BBQ on Saturday, August 19th

Come on down to the Seekonk American Legion for a Chicken BBQ put on by the Sons of the American Legion on 8/19 at 2 pm. $20.00 donation. Meal includes ½ chicken, corn, baked beans, rolls w/butter and salads. Advanced tickets available at the Post. The Post is located at 351 Fall River Ave, Seekonk, MA. For additional information please call 508-336-9822.

Paint Party to Benefit

“Service Dogs for Veterans” – 9/17

A Painting Party will be held on Sunday, September 17th at the Seekonk American Legion located at 351 Fall River Ave, 2nd floor, Seekonk, MA. We will be painting on canvas. Doors open at noon with painting starting at 1 pm. Tickets include all materials and one free beverage. There will be a cash bar.

Reservations must be made in advance by September3rd in the amount of $35.00 per person, ages 16 and up. Please make checks/money orders payable to: American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 311 and mail to Donna Reed, 29 Lanesboro St, Pawtucket, RI 02861. Tickets are nonrefundable and will be mailed upon receipt of reservation. Please send any questions to auxiliary311@yahoo. com or Donnareedunit311@gmail.com or call/text Donna at 401451-1944. 100% of net proceeds from this event will go to NEADS to train a Service Dog for a Veteran.

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RI Rose Society meeting

July 8th, 2023

The R.I. Rose Society will meet on July 8, 2023 at Shepherd of the Valley Church, 604 Seven Mile Rd., Hope (western Cranston line), RI, 10:00am – 12:30pm

Learn how to TAKE GREAT FLORAL PICTURES WITH YOUR PHONE. This will be a hands-on workshop so bring your phone with you. Jacqui Nye, a prize-winning photographer, will also share photography tips for those who don’t have a cellphone or use Big Box Cameras to take photos.

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Please Join Us for the Elk’s Annual 365 Outing Hosted by the RI State Elk’s Association

Thursday, August 3rd, 2023

from 10 AM to 2 PM

Place: Masonic Park; 116 Long Street, Warwick, RI

This event is handicapped accessible.

Come join us for a picnic-style lunch starting at noon! Activities for every level of enjoyment including music, dancing, games and prizes!

This is a Free Event!

Please RSVP:

Mark Eaton at 401-529-9213 or meeaton1@verizon.net

Debbie Mangina at 401-523-1225

Maureen Sullivan at 401-263-4280 or ms261@hotmail.com

Paid for by The Committee to Elect Val Lawson, Treasurer Charles Dwyer

Jules Hope Chest Receives Donation from East Providence Lions

Jules Hope Chest was proud to receive a $200 donation from the East Providence Lions Charitable Fund as recognition for the work we do throughout the community.

Donations like this help our non-profit continue to do the work of our mission.

Jules Hope Chest is a non-profit organization that was established to provide the extra hope and enhancement of items and programs that are truly essentials of childhood. They are the items that are easily cut from budgets but we are making them our priority to allow children to just be kids and not have to worry about the needs and essentials for their childhood. We are committed to helping the most vulnerable at need children in the state of Rhode Island by providing opportunities and resources that they may otherwise not experience.

The East Providence Lions is also committed to making a difference in our communities and by collaborating together we can accomplish great things. To find out more information about our non-profit organization visit us at www.juleshopechest.org or contact us by calling 401-216-8677.

Julie Silva accepting a donation from Wendy Wood Hubbard & Dave Kent of The EP Lions

Pomham Rocks Lighthouse’s Third Keeper Honored with Marker

Captain Nathaniel Dodge (1844 – 1905) was recently honored this past June 7 with the placement of a United States Lighthouse Service Memorial Marker at his gravesite in the Island Cemetery on Block Island, New Shoreham, RI.An enthusiastic group from Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse, located in Riverside, RI, gathered at the site for the dedication, delivered by the organization’s historian and one of its founding members, David Kelleher.

Initiated by Tim Harrison, of the international publication “Lighthouse Digest,” the markers honor the sacrifices made by Lighthouse Keepers of the United States Lighthouse Service. The bronze markers which hold a U.S. flag, recognize the service and dedication of Lighthouse Keepers to the safety of those at sea.

Nathaniel Dodge served as Head Keeper at Pomham Rocks from 1893 – 1898, having served at several other lighthouses including Southeast Light on Block Island where he was First Assistant Keeper from 1874 – 1882. While not much is known about Captain Dodge’s personal life, it is certain from reading his logbook entries that he kept a good light, as his most common statement after his weather report was “lights bright all night!”

After the dedication at Island Cemetery, the FPRL members were treated to a tour given by docent Jim Milner at Southeast Light, followed by a trip to Settler’s Rock to view Block Island’s other iconic lighthouse, North Light.

The Pomham Rocks Dock Restoration Project Raffle

The volunteer group has launched a fundraising campaign to provide funding for this important project. A raffle to benefit The Dock Restoration Project will kick off the campaign. Grants, donations and other fundraising events will help provide the capital necessary to undertake this major restoration project.

Prize number 1 - Cape Cod Getaway; Prize number 2 - 22” Webber Kettle Charcoal Grill; Prize number 3 - Seasonal Dining Package, valued at $100+.

The drawing will take place at 6 p.m. on Saturday, August 12 at the Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse tent at the Looff Arts Festival at Rose Larisa Park, 701 Bullocks Point Avenue, Riverside. You do not need to be present to win. The owner of the first ticket picked will choose their prize. Then the owner of the second winning ticket will choose from the remaining prizes, and so on. Sun and Fun Raffle tickets are $10 each or 3 for $25. They will be sold at the Looff Arts Festival or can be obtained in advance by sending a check, made payable to Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse, c/o 81 Harris Street, Riverside, RI. 02915. Include your name, address and phone number on your check. Call 401-433-3463 with any questions.

Friends at gravesite of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse’s third keeper, Capt. Nathaniel Dodge

A Townie Student Profile 2023

By Bob Rodericks

There was a time when some in East Providence thought that Ava could play baseball with the boys’ team - and she probably could have – but she made the right decision and excelled in women’s softball. While Townie coach Katie Kenahan will surely miss Ava and the other talented seniors who are moving on, the 2023 season isn’t over yet. “I can’t say enough things about Ava and this amazing group of girls. I’m going to miss them so much,” said coach Kenahan. to EP as a well-respected coach, especially for youth softball and the EPHS team. It has been a family affair as Ava’s mom, Lisa, is a great photographer and is never without a camera at a game. Ava is now a Townie graduate and heading off to study and play inter-collegiate sports.

This is a snapshot of an East Providence High School 2023 graduate Ava Mendence. Miss Mendence is an example of hard work, talent, family support and what EPHS offers one if you choose to accept it. The ReporterToday first became aware of this student when a young Mendence showed up years ago at the Townie Summer Baseball Camp and basically she said wanted to play baseball. That little girl mostly outplayed the boys and the rest is history. Ava’s dad, Paul Mendence was a junior high football captain in 1994 and played at EPHS also wrestling a season. He has contributed back

Mendence has grown from a young girl who excelled in a Townie summer baseball camp, with mostly boys, several years ago, to a senior captain and one of the best softball players in Rhode Island high school. Ava Mendence has been a shining example of Townie Pride. The Townie catcher, pitcher and all-around student-athlete is one of the Townies who led East Providence softball into an impressive Division I playoff race with hopes of a state championship. In the meantime, Miss Mendence has excelled in the classroom with many academic and athletic awards and will attend Roger Williams University in the Fall. While hitting the books at RWU she will also play college softball.

Ava Mendence on the field

“I’ve enjoyed playing softball at EPHS since my freshman year and I joined the HERD (Townie student support group) in my junior year,” said Mendence. “I became beyond excited when the HERD became an official club at school. I would learn what it was like to attend a high school sports game and support others, since we lost so much of that due to Covid,” she added.

“Being a part of the HERD caused me to meet many new friends across all classes. It has made my senior year very special. Mr. Andrade (teacher advisor to HERD) has had our backs with the crazy ideas we’ve had and it made things special. The school environment has changed for the better and all classes are involved, not just upperclassmen. The HERD has taught me to be proud of my school and where I’m from. I definitely will take that to college with me.”

Ava Mendence will major in elementary education at Roger Williams and wants to come back to teach and coach in East Providence. She was also the senior class secretary as well as an athlete and honors student. A lot of Townies are hoping that she achieves that goal. “ The school, the HERD, well everyone will miss Ava,” said HERD advisor Joseph Andrade. “We hope to have more students like her.”

Ava Mendence

Riverside Teen Named Distinguished Young Woman of Rhode Island

On July 30th, 2022, Makena Petsch of Riverside, Rhode Island, was named the Distinguished Young Woman of Rhode Island for 2023 and awarded $2250 in cash scholarships during a statewide scholarship program for high school girls held at Academy Players of Rhode Island in Providence.

Petsch was one of 4 high school senior girls from Rhode Island who competed to represent the state as the Distinguished Young Woman of STATE for 2023. Participants were evaluated in the categories of Scholastics (25%), Interview (25%), Talent (20%), Fitness (15%), and Self-Expression (15%).

Throughout the next year, Petsch will represent the state at various public events and serve as a role model to young people by spreading the program’s national outreach message of “Be Your Best Self.” The outreach program is designed to encourage self-esteem and excellence in all young people through its five principles: Be Healthy, Be Involved, Be Studious, Be Ambitious, and Be Responsible.

Petsch is the daughter of Brian and Danielle and is a senior at East Providence High School. The 66th National Finals will take place on June 22, 23, and 24, 2023, in Mobile, Ala. Petsch will travel to Mobile, along with 49 other representatives from across the country, to participate in personal development activities and community service projects before competing for the opportunity to become the Distinguished Young Woman of America for 2023 and for additional cash scholarships. Arizona’s Katelyn Cai, now a freshman at Duke University, was named the Distinguished Young Woman of America for 2022.

For more information on Distinguished Young Women of Rhode Island or to set up an interview with Makena, please contact Allii Fontaine and Angel Costanza at rhodeisland@ distinguishedyw.org.

About Distinguished Young Women

Founded in 1958, Distinguished Young Women is a free program that encourages participants to reach their full individual potential. Our mission is to empower young women by providing over $1 billion in scholarship opportunities, connecting with a nationwide network of women, developing their selfconfidence, and participating in our Life Skills Workshops that prepare them for success after high school. National sponsors include Barbara Barrington Jones Family Foundation, Mobile County, City of Mobile, Alabama Power Foundation, Master Boat Builders, Gant Travel Management, Regions Financial Corporation, Jostens and Alabama Media Group.

For more information about Distinguished Young Women, contact Tara Lawson, National Headquarters Marketing and Communications Director, at 251-438-3621 or Tara@DistinguishedYW.org or visit www. DistinguishedYW.org

RI Foundation Awards $25,000 Fellowship to East Providence Resident

Among the nation’s largest no-stringsattached grants for visual artists, the MacColl Johnson Fellowships will enable the recipients to spend more time making art and less time making ends meet

East Providence, RI– The Rhode Island Foundation announced that an East Providence resident is among three local visual artists who will receive what are considered to be among the largest no-strings-attached grants available to visual artists in the United States.

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Matthew Rolando Garza of Rumford, Nafis M. White of Providence and Derrick Woods-Morrow of Providence will receive $25,000 grants from the Foundation’s Robert and Margaret MacColl Johnson Fellowship Fund. They were selected from 135 applicants.

The Fellowships are intended to enable artists to concentrate time on the creative process, focus on personal or professional development, expand their body of work and explore new directions.

“Providing the financial support these artists need in order to advance their craft is an investment in them, and in growing a sector that makes Rhode Island such an amazing place to live,” said David N. Cicilline, president and CEO of the Foundation.

Garza has been a performance artist and choreographer in Rhode Island for 15 years. They describe their creative practice as pedagogies of liberation, rehearsals for freedom, ceremonies for healing, and spectacles of joy, remembrance and care.

“So much of the tension we’re experiencing in our culture right now demands that we breathe and move forward together. For me, it’s a choreographic issue. Something special happens when people breathe and dance and sing and feel together. It changes us and unites us,” said Garza. “My collaborators in The Haus of Glitter believe that we will not think or fight our way out of racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, ableism and other oppressive systems; we are going to feel our way out of them. Our mermaid universe aims to be a space where we can feel our way forward together.”

Garza was a classroom educator for 11 years, has trained hundreds of yoga and mindfulness teachers across the country and has worked on community organizing, curriculum and creative justice projects across the globe.

They are one of five co-founders and co-directors of The Haus of Glitter Dance Company + Performance Lab + Preservation Society in Providence, which recently ended a 3-year residency, endurancebased performance piece and creative historical intervention while living and working in the former home of Esek Hopkins, commander of the notorious slavery ship “Sally.”

“We would not be here without our elders and the creative justice ancestors who came before us. I’m so grateful to my family, The Haus of Glitter and The Yeredon Centre, in particular, for teaching me to imagine, practice, rest and put my fullness behind everything I believe in. This award feels like a divine whisper in our ear to keep going,” Garza said. “We are determined to transform the racist national monument dedicated to Esek Hopkins and we have other national and global projects in the works that we want our creative and performance work to uplift and nurture.”

Garza received a 2019 Fellowship in Choreography and a 2022 Fellowship in New Genres from the R.I. State Council on the Arts. They earned a BA in The History of Education at Brown University and a dual MA in History Education and Performance Art/Theatre at New York University.

Garza, White and Wood-Morrow were chosen by a panel of out-of-state jurors who are professional artists. They were selected based on the quality of the work samples, artistic development and the creative contribution to their genre, as well as the potential of the Fellowship to advance their careers as emerging-to-mid-career artists.

White is an interdisciplinary, multihyphenate artist whose recent body of works are created from objects commonly found in beauty supply stores, industrial sites and the seemingly limitless horizons of our global and political landscapes.

“I draw inspiration from the rich diaspora of experiences and traditions of Black beauty and self-care built upon centuries old histories of embodied knowledge that honors, celebrates and values the innovation, technology and imagination carried through and passed on by the fingertips of Black people,” she said. “Through weaving, hairdressing, sculpture and installation, my art centers the uncanny audacity of self-affirmation and love by means of repetition as a form of change. Community engagement, beauty and the political root deep in my art.”

Woods-Morrow describes his work as navigating various disciplines, including self-care and intimacy; as a form of exploration, while using an array of aesthetic, aural and tactile methods within his art. He holds a Schiller Family Assistant Professorship in Race, Art and Design at the Rhode Island School of Design, where he teaches in sculpture, textiles and painting.

“The resources made available through this Fellowship honestly feel like an opportunity to rest and stop stretching myself so thin. I am most excited about hiring an assistant or studio manager to help navigate some of the additional responsibilities I’ve had to take on in running the business side of my art practice. I’d also like to create space for me to have more time in the studio. Ultimately, it will give me some space to radically imagine what dreams I’d like to follow next,” said Woods-Morrow.

The selection panel also named three finalists: Ryan A. Cardoso of Providence, Becci Davis of Providence and Triton M. Mobley of Providence. They will receive artistic residencies at the Surf Point Foundation in York, Maine, and a $3,000 stipend.

Applicants had to be legal residents of Rhode Island. High school students, college and graduate students who are enrolled in a degree-granting program and artists who have advanced levels of career achievement were not eligible.

Established in 2003, the MacColl Johnson Fellowships rotate among composers, writers and visual artists on a three-year cycle. The next round will be awarded to composers. The application will be available on the Foundation’s website after July 1.

Rhode Islanders Robert and Margaret MacColl Johnson were both dedicated to the arts all their lives. Mrs. Johnson, who died in 1990, earned a degree in creative writing from Roger Williams College when she was 70. Mr. Johnson invented a new process for mixing metals in jewelry-making and then retired to become a full-time painter. Before he died in 1999, Johnson began discussions with the Foundation that led to the creation of the fellowships.

The Rhode Island Foundation is the largest and most comprehensive funder of nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island. Working with generous and visionary donors, the Foundation raised more than $75 million in gifts and awarded nearly $84 million in grants last year. Through leadership, fundraising and grantmaking activities, often in partnership with individuals and organizations, the Foundation is helping Rhode Island reach its true potential. For more information, visit www.rifoundation.org.

University News

Academic Honors - Dean's List

• Lasell University: Joseph Rego, Andrew Soares

• Miami University: Eli Davies Lewis University: Bruce Fisher

• Stonehill College: Madison Cabral, Mia Jackson, John McEnaney, Kylie Vecchio

• Univerisity of Mississippi: Gianna Abatecola

• Eastern Connecticut State University: Jasmynn Arel

• Anna Maria College: Camron Brito, Saylor Costa, Nikolai Zakrzewski

• Clark University: Ae Jee Booth

• Fitchburg State: Kennedy T. Gough

• Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute: Sean Jacob Alcordo, Samuel Warr

• Roger Williams University: Victoria Chmielinski, Mason Davis, Jordan Durfee, Zoey Joering, Michelle Moniz, Alexis Munro, Billy Roche, Katherine Whitaker, Grant Wosencroft

• University of Rhode Island: Eli Alves, Margaux Bedford, Freya Badger, Cassius Benziger, Kristine Bolarinho, Caleb Cady, Sophia Calise, Britney Carlson, Hannah Cipriano, Brooklynne

Costa, Linnea Costa, Jack Cox, Dante Cunha, Emma DaSilva, Sofia DaSilva, Patricia De Almeida, Megan DeLaurier, Max DiMonte, Katherene Diaz Araujo, Daniel Diaz Pereyra, Jae DosSantos, Kiara Duarte, Catie Ducharme, Cameron Ellinwood, Brenna Felix, Logan Fournier, Grace Gomes, Emily Gorski, Kevin Jegede, Hailey Kaiser, Andrew Komiega, Sean Komiega, Amelia Lambert, Andrew Langille, Nathan Lathrobe, Anna Li, Jia Ying Lin, Christy Long, Diana Lopes, Jennifer Macnie, Liv Massotti, Kathryn Mcgee, Eli Meneses, Stephanie Murphy, Colby Nelson, Leisel Nicholson, Hope O'Brien, Jacqueline Osei, Janessa Pereira, Rodrigo Pimentel, Jackson Ponte, Amir Rahmat, Racquel Raphael, Leah Reavey, Alexander Rebelo, Jacque Reynolds, Devon Rochette, Lexy Rodriguez, Michael Sabourin, Carina Santos,, Janaija Santos, Adrianna Sepe, Nate Souza, RosePhoenix Teixeira, Terohn Thornton, Dakota Watjen, Isabelle Wetmore

Academic Honors - President's List

• Husson University: Delia Usenia

• Fitchburg State University: Jack M. Harney

• University of Alabama: Chapman White

• University of Hartford: Ben Senra

• SUNY Potsdam Katie Nelson

• SUNY Potsdam Athlete Katie Nelson named to SUNYAC Commissioner's Academic Honor Roll for 2022-23 season

Recent Graduates

Clark University

• Caleb Gibson graduated with a Master of Business Administration.

• Ae Jee A. Booth graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, and with honors in Theater Arts.

• Hope Aldsworth Briden graduated with a Master of Arts in Teaching.

Salve Regina University

• Paris Couto: Bachelor of Science degree in Health Care Administration and Management.

• Gilberto Grave: Bachelor of Science degree in Health Care Administration and Management.

• Alexandra Pereira: Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing.

• Kaitlynn Jackson: Master of Arts degree in Applied Behavior Analysis.

• Nique Pichette: Doctor of Nursing practice degree in Nursing.

• Lucy Rose-Correia: Master of Arts degree in Holistic Leadership. The College of Charleston

• Elizabeth Cooney graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Public Health.

• Zachary Odessa graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication.

Lasell University

• Joseph Rego, Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice.

University of Mississippi

• Gianna Abatecola, Allied Health Studies, received a Bachelor of Arts from the College of Liberal Arts.

Emerson College

• Rory Dobbins received a BS in Marketing Communication.

Plymouth State University

• Jacob Cunha graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing

• Joshua Silveira graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sport Physiology

How You Can Help

Attention COLORING Friends!

Jules Hope Chest to Host Our Annual Coloring Contest

Spread the word to all interested and to any summer programs or groups that want to participate. All ages encouraged to participate and winners will be chosen in each age group. The only requirement is to make it colorful and unique.

The official coloring entry page can be found on the opposite page here in The Reporter, on our website www.juleshopechest. org or picked up at our office located at 505 Waterman Avenue, EP RI 02914 during regular business hours. This year’s theme is Summertime Fun with my Gnomies. It will kick off this year’s Christmas theme that will be Gnome for the Holidays. We would love to have as many children enter as possible. NO ENTRY FEE REQUIRED! Encourage all coloring friends to submit an entry and can use any medium (crayons, colored pencils, markers etc.…) to color your entry form. Entries will be excepted until July 31st and winners will be announce the first week of August.

Annual Coloring Contest Instructions:

1. Obtain an official Coloring Sheet from Jules Hope Chest.

2. Color the sheet using any medium and be creative.

3. On the back of the sheet in Pencil or Pen please write the following information.

• Your FULL NAME

• Your AGE

• The Name of the School you will attend in September. (If you are Homeschooled, please just put down … Homeschool)

• What organization or group are you apart of? (*this is if group is entering together such as a camp, preschool etc.)

Then make sure to get the form back to the Jules Hope Chest office on or before July 31st. (Winners will be announced the 1st week of August.)

Jules Hope Chest is a non-profit organization that was established to provide the extra hope and enhancement of items and programs that are truly essentials of childhood. They are the items that are easily cut from budgets but we are making them our priority to allow children to just be kids and not have to worry about the needs and essentials for their childhood. We are committed to helping the most vulnerable at need children in the state of Rhode Island by providing opportunities and resources that they may otherwise not experience.

Please help us spread Kindness through the month of July and many days beyond.

Sweet Summer is Here...

Summer Lighthouse Tours of Pomham Rocks

Looking for a unique adventure this summer without going far from home? The Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse have scheduled tours to the historical island light station all summer long. The summer season is the only opportunity for the public to visit the local landmark which has been fully restored inside and out.

Your experience starts at the dock at Edgewood Yacht Club, 1 Shaw Ave., Cranston. Ample parking is available. You will travel for a 15-minute boat ride to the lighthouse, off the coast of East Providence in upper Narragansett Bay, in the Lady Pomham II. This 26-foot launch sports a canopy to protect you from sun or an unexpected shower. Lady Pomham II provides the only access to the lighthouse. The island and dock are not open to visitors traveling on their own personal watercraft.

Built in 1871, the lantern room in the 42-foot tower at Pomham Rocks Lighthouse affords a panoramic view of the bay. Tour guests are welcome to explore the tower and the interior museum which hosts displays of equipment and items used in lighthouses during the past one hundred and fifty years. Storyboards recount the history of not only Pomham Rocks Lighthouse, but also the four others that once guided ships to the port of Providence. The centerpiece of the first-floor display is the antique fourth-order Fresnel lens that lit the lighthouse almost a century ago. Knowledgeable volunteer docents are available to answer your questions and assist you. The lighthouse gift shop offers apparel and mementos.

For more information, to see a calendar of tour dates or to register for a tour, go to the lighthouse website at https://www. pomhamrockslighthouse.org. Fares range from children age 6 to 17 for $25 to adults for $50, with discounts for members of Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse.

2023 Summer Concert Series

East Providence, RI – The East Providence Recreation Department announces the 2023 Summer Concert line-up. Shows are weather permitting and take place at Rose Larisa Memorial Park located at 701 Bullocks Point Avenue in Riverside. Concerts are held on Thursday evenings from June 1 – August 31 and start at 6:00 PM, unless otherwise noted.

The 2023 “Concerts in the Park” series is sponsored by Navigant Credit Union. The schedule is as follows:

• June 1, *6:30 PM, The Strictly Sentimental Swing Band. Big band jazz and swing.

• June 8, 6:00 PM, Rick Ashman. Oldies and Pop standards.

• June 15, 6:00 PM, RI Wind Ensemble. 50-piece orchestra playing classical, jazz, and contemporary music.

• June 22, 6:00 PM, Playing Mantis. R&B, Classic Rock and Dance covers.

• June 29, 6:00 PM, Atwater-Donnelly. American and Celtic Folk.

• July 6, 6:00 PM, The Reminders. Classic Rock and Pop from the 50’s to today.

• July 13, 6:00 PM, Kelly & the Poor Boys. Creedence Clearwater Revival tribute.

• July 20, 6:00 PM, David Tessier’s All-Star Stars. Classic Rock.

• July 27, 6:00 PM, Vinyl Frontier. Vintage Rock n’ Roll.

• August 3, 6:00 PM, Mixed Emotions. Classic Rock.

• August 10, 6:00 PM, 19th Nervous Breakdown. Rolling Stones tribute.

• August 17, 6:00 PM, The Jesse Liam Band. Pop hits and originals.

• August 24, 6:00 PM, Vini Ames. Oldies Rock n’ Roll Show.

• August 31, 6:00PM, Mojo Rising. Classic Rock.

For more information, please call the Recreation Department at 401-435-7511.

Guests on the the Lady Pomham II.

East Providence Historical Society News “2nd Sunday”

Summer Open House : July 9

• New Exhibit: East Providence’s Famous Amusement Parks

• Hikes at Hunt’s : 1:30 at the Gazebo

• Family Games: 1 - 3PM

• “Roots” at EPHS : 1-3pm at the Ed Center

John Hunt Museum

65 Hunts Mills Road - 02916

Events & Activities to Enjoy East

Summer reminds us that riding a carousel is a great family activity. We head for the Looff at Crescent Park and try to throw the brass ring into the clown’s mouth. Over a 100 years ago EVERYONE in RI came to Riverside and Hunt’s Mills for a clambake, the rides, the dance halls and the fun. Ed Serowik Sr. grew up at Crescent Park and eventually took on the care of the carousel. The Eds, Sr. and Jr., will be at each exhibit with videos and first hand stories of the parks’ “hey days” here in East Providence when you could ride the trolley or a steamboat from nearly anywhere to the famous amusement parks in this City. The exhibit will be on display 2nd Sundays through December.

Don’t forget that you can get help researching your family tree at our Education Center!

East Providence Recreation Dept. Bus Trips

• July 12: Foster’s Clambakes, Maine. Lobster or Chicken

• August 9: Beauport Cruise, Gloucester, Mass Lobster/Chicken Buffett

• September 12: Aqua Turf Club Brass Attack/Donna Summer Tribute Lunch included

• October 28: Baseball Hall of Fame, Cooperstown, NY

• November 29: Newport Playhouse/ Cabaret Miracle on South Division St. Buffett lunch included

PPAC Shows

• September 14 2023: Funny Girl; Buffett dinner/Trolley Ride Davenport Restaurant

• October 22, 2023: Mrs. Doubtfire

• December 28, 2023: Moulin Rouge... Buffett Dinner/Trolley Ride; Danvenport Restaurant

• March 17, 2024: Frozen

For reservations, please call Deborah Rochford at 401-437-1577 or 401-435-7513

Kindness Karnival Planned

East Providence - Evergreen Nursing and Rehabilitation located at One Evergreen Drive, is the host site for the first ever East Providence Community Kindness Karnival on Saturday, July 15, from 1-3PM (Rain Date - Sunday, July 16) Come enjoy: live musical entertainment - tasty refreshments -exciting carnival games for all ages - a sidewalk chalk art contest - awesome prizes - a variety of community resource vendor booths & MUCH, MUCH, MORE! Admission is just $5.00 per family or FREE admission with essential item donations like: Toothpaste, Deodorant, Soap, Shampoo, Conditioner, etc. All proceeds and donations from the Kindness Karnival will benefit JulesHopeChest.org, an amazing 501(c) (3) organization that supports the essential needs of those in our community. Don’t miss this opportunity to gather together and promote KINDNESS! For more information call Julie Silva, the founder and CEO of Jules Hope Chest at 401-216-8677.

Crescent Park Carousel Summerfest 2023 Celebrating 128 Years of Magic and Memories

The Crescent Park Looff Carousel presents its 2023 Summerfest. Fanelli Amusements will provide carnival rides, games and snacks. Tickets for the amusements can be purchased early with savings. Tickets available at: https://fanelliamusements.com/ events/19.

Summerfest 2023 will take place Thursday, July 20th - July 23rd and will provide plenty of free activities and events.

Live Entertainment:

• Thursday at 6pm David Tessier’s All-Star Stars

• Friday at 6:30pm Mojo Rising

• Saturday at 1pm Rebel Rebel,

• Saturday at 3pm Carousel

Cruise Nights with performance from Frank Azevedo

• Sunday 11 to 4 Vendor fair

• Sunday 1pm the Catnip Junkies!

Catnip Junkies! one of several bands providing free, live entertainment.

Cruise night at Carousel during Summerfest - Saturday @ 3pm

Carousel running 12-6pm

Save the Date...

Community Covenant Church’s MOPs (Mothers of Preschoolers) News

Community Covenant Church’s MOPs (Mothers of Preschoolers) group will be breaking from our normal 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month morning gatherings and instead getting together for various playdates in the surrounding community in July and August. We will be relaunching our regular scheduled meetings in September.

Check out the website:https://www.mops.org/groups/c3mops

We will be updating that page with a calendar of events. We’d love to have you and your littles check it out and then consider joining us in the fall.

East Providence Class of 59 Luncheon

Save The Date: August 23, Wednesday, Davenport Restaurant 11-3. Individual checks choice of 3 meals $30.00 tax and tip INCLUDED. Keep the date open, more information to follow.

East Providence Class Of 1963 Where Are You? Class of 1963 Reunion

Saturday, August 26, 2023

Shriner’s Imperial Room (handicap accessible) One Rhodes Place, Cranston, RI

6 - 7 Cocktails --- 7 Buffet by Ralph’s Catering

DJ - Sergio

$60 pp - $1 per year

Please makes checks payable to EPHS Class of 1963 and mail to Betty Dulude, 23 Circle Drive, Seekonk, MA by August 5.

East Providence High School Class of 73 Reunion

The East Providence High School Class of 73 will be holding its 50th reunion on September 9 at Twelve Acres in Smithfield. Brass Force will be the live entertainment along with dinner music provided by Jack McNamara. Anyone interested in attending can contact Deb Rochford at 401-749-4376. Hope to see you there!

East Providence High School Class of 1968 - Are you ready for your 55th year Class Reunion?

Join us on Friday, September 22, 2023, at The Venue Room located at Dublin Rose Sports Bar 940 Fall River Ave in Seekonk, MA

The fun begins at 6:30 with food and entertainment. The DJ will be playing the oldies we all know and love.

Cost is $55pp. Make checks payable to EPHS Class of 1968 and mail to Bill Moura 74 Martin St. East Prov, RI 02914 no later than September 6th.

The Venue is handicap accessible and is connected to the Clarion Hotel. For anyone who wishes to make reservations call (508 203-4523)

Fresh Summer Flavors Fit for the Patio

(Family Features) Gatherings in the summer sun are all about easy, convenient recipes combined with the joy warm weather brings. Spend those special occasions with those you love most and make this summer one to remember with flatbreads, sliders and sweet treats for all to share.

Keeping cooking simple means more time on the patio or in the backyard engaging with guests, and these Chipotle Chicken Flatbreads, Chicken Shawarma Sliders and Lemon Cheesecake with Fruit let home chefs skip complicated kitchen duties without skimping on flavor.

Summery Flatbreads for Family and Friends

When dining outdoors with family, friends and neighbors, there are few things better than a tasty dish the whole family can enjoy like these Chipotle Chicken Flatbreads.

Perfect for al fresco entertaining when served alongside a fresh salad, they’re simple to make and allow guests to personalize with preferred toppings before popping in the oven. As a colorful and fresh dish, it’s

an ideal meal for get-togethers on the patio. For more summer recipe ideas, visit Culinary.net.

Chipotle Chicken Flatbreads

• 2 flatbreads

• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• 1 clove garlic, diced

• 4 chicken tenders, cooked and cubed

• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, quartered

• salt, to taste

• pepper, to taste

• 1/2 cup ranch dressing

• 1 1/2 teaspoons chipotle seasoning

• 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves, chopped

Directions:

Preheat oven to 375 F.

Place parchment paper on baking sheet and add flatbreads. Sprinkle cheese on flatbreads. Top with garlic, chicken and tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Bake 16 minutes until cheese is melted.

In small bowl, mix ranch and chipotle seasoning.

Drizzle ranch dressing on flatbreads and sprinkle with cilantro leaves.

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Dine In, Take Out, or Cook at Home!

Shareable Sliders for a Summer Meal

Fresh, mouthwatering foods hot off the grill are a sure sign of summer fun. Hosting sunny get-togethers this year can be made easy when you show off your grilling skills with a simple, nutritious and flavorful recipe.

These Chicken Shawarma Sliders are a delicious example of how to grill healthy summer meals without forgoing favorite flavors. They’re part of a curated 12-recipe collection of healthy, balanced dishes from the snacking experts at family-owned Fresh Cravings, known for its chilled salsas, hummus and other dips, which teamed up with eMeals, America’s leading provider of meal plans.

“These sliders are a fantastic - and healthy - option for your next gathering,” said eMeals Senior Nutrition Writer and Editor Rachel West, RD. “The marinade uses a mix of pantry-friendly dried herbs and fresh garlic to give the lean grilled chicken breast some oomph. The lettuce and red onion add cool crispness and crunch to the sandwiches while Fresh Cravings’ creamy, flavor-packed hummus gets some nutritional bonus points by providing a dose of protein and fiber.”

Find the entire recipe collection by visiting emeals.com/campaign/Fresh-Cravings-Healthy-Eats.

Chicken Shawarma Sliders

Recipe courtesy of eMeals Registered Dietitian Rachel West

Prep: 25 minutes ~ Cook: 10 minutes

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 3 tablespoons olive oil

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1/2 tablespoon smoked paprika

• 1/2 tablespoon ground cumin

• 1/2 tablespoon ground coriander

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

• 1 package (12) slider buns

• 1 container (17 ounces) Honey Jalapeno Hummus

• 1 package (8 ounces) shredded lettuce

• 1/2 small red onion, sliced

Directions:

In zip-top plastic bag, use meat mallet or heel of hand to pound chicken to even thickness. Cut into 2-inch pieces and place in large bowl. Add oil, garlic, paprika, cumin, coriander, salt and cayenne; toss.

Cover chicken and chill 8 hours, or up to 2 days.

Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill chicken 4-5 minutes per side, or until done.

Serve chicken on buns with hummus, lettuce and onion.

Unforgettable Fruity Flavor

Summertime often brings cravings for fresh fruits that add a hint of sweetness to warm-weather gatherings. Serving up a delicious dessert for family and guests starts with favorite produce in this Lemon Cheesecake with Fruit.

The touch of tangy tartness is enough to bring loved ones to the dessert table even after a filling meal as fresh lemon juice in the cheesecake base is complemented perfectly when topped with orange slices and raspberries. Garnished with mint leaves, this brightly colored treat is even sweeter when shared with loved ones. Find more sweet summer desserts at Culinary.net.

Lemon Cheesecake with Fruit

Servings: 6-8

• 1 1/4 cups graham cracker crumbs

• 1/4 cup sugar

• 1/4 cup butter, melted

• 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened

• 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk

• 3 eggs

• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 orange, peeled and separated

• 8 raspberries

• 3 mint leaves, for garnish

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350 F.

In medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar and melted butter. Press firmly into 9-inch springform pan.

In large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually beat in sweetened condensed milk until smooth. Add eggs, fresh lemon juice and vanilla extract; mix until combined.

Pour into pan. Bake 50-55 minutes, or until center springs back when lightly pressed.

Chill in refrigerator until completely cooled. Arrange orange slices around border of cake and place raspberries in middle. Top with mint leaves.

Source: Family Features

S couting A round

Girl Scouts Visit Busch Gardens in Florida

East Providence Girl Scout Troop 519 traveled to Tampa Florida over Spring break. For many of the girls, this was their first time traveling without their parents and having their troop leaders attend as chaperones. While in Tampa, scouts visited Busch Gardens, Zoo Tampa, Clearwater Aquarium and enjoyed shopping at John’s Pass. The scouts raised all of their travel funds by selling Girl Scout Cookies and would like to thank their customers who bought cookies from them and made the trip possible.

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Happy 4th of July and Enjoy the Rest of Your Summer! AARON DORAN

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The Value of Trees

One of our most iconic native trees is the American sycamore with its distinctive cream-and-tan bark. Sycamores usually grow along river banks, but the wide-spreading trees adapt to large urban spaces. Unfortunately, spring weather this year triggered sycamore anthracnose disease, a fungus that caused dropping of curled, brown leaves, and twigs. Some sycamores may look like they are dying, but healthy trees will make new growth. Now, the best actions are to dispose of dead leaves and twigs and water during the summer. Native trees are resilient. Despite such stresses, they will keep growing and shading our neighborhoods.

Want to learn more about trees? Request the EPUF community e-newsletter via epurbanforest@gmail.com

Members of East Providence Girl Scout Troop 519 are shown relaxing after an exhilarating day at Busch Gardens

Church News

Lighthouse Baptist Church Summer Park Program at George Lima Park

Our church is going to be hosting a free summer program at George Lima Park on Hull Street this summer.

Details are:

Park Days hosted by Lighthouse Baptist Church, 325 Waterman Ave, East Providence, RI 02914

Mondays through Thursdays - June 26 through July 27 from 11am to 1pm.

Games, crafts, freeze pops, Bible stories. Children all ages are welcome. This is a free event.

For more information, please call us at 401-365-2162 and leave a message.

Thank you!

Phil Smith Pastor, Lighthouse Baptist Church

Haven United Methodist Church

1. Thrift Store - BAG SALE!!! Every Saturday in July. Donations are accepted and can be brought in when we are open, or during church office hours. OPEN 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th SATURDAYS of the month from 9am-Noon.

2. Community Music Project at Haven UMC - Haven UMC believes that music has the power to bring people together, and our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive community. We are recruiting Adult classical instrument performers and singers. Rehearsals are on Saturdays from 12:30-2:30pm beginning in September 2023. There will be a Christmas Concert in December with additional performances in the community. If you want to use your musical gifts for the community, please join us! For application or information call 401-438-4911 or email havenumchurch@ yahoo.com.

3. Haven Free Music School - If you are interested in taking lessons for the violin, viola, cello, piano, trombone, or hand chimes, please contact our office for application or additional information. Lessons are every Saturday morning. New classes will begin in September.

4. Neighborhood Basketball Project - Haven UMC gym has been serving the EP Community and beyond for 91 years. We are looking for volunteers to help us revitalize our gym. Also, we want to know how the Haven UMC GYM and BB program impacted your life? To share your stories, memories, and experiences or to volunteer, contact us at: havenumchurch@yahoo.com or 401-438-4911.

5. Volunteer Opportunities - We are a Certifying Organization that has been granted authority to give out the President’s Volunteer Service Award to volunteers assisting with programs at Haven UMC. We are looking for volunteers to assist at the Free Music School. The Haven Chamber Orchestra participants will be eligible for volunteer hours as well. Also, the Thrift Store is looking for people interested in helping out on Saturdays to run the store. If you are interested in any of the above, contact the Haven UMC office.

6. AA Meetings - every morning at 10:00am. Entrance is on Alice Street side of the church.

7. Do you or your group/organization need a place to hold meetings? Sporting events? Activities? Conferences? We have Office Space Available as well! We have a variety of spaces available from small to large, including limited availability for our gym. We have an elevator and chair lift for accessibility. Contact the office for room sizes, availability, and suggested donations.

8. Hybrid Worship - In-person or livestreamed on Facebook every Sunday @ 9:30 am. Come join us!! COVID-19 restrictions:

it is recommended that Masks and Social Distancing continue as a precaution. Recorded service can be viewed at https://www. facebook.com/havenumchurch. We have an elevator and chair lift for accessibility.

Haven United Methodist Church, 200 Taunton Ave., E. Providence, RI. Call 401-438-4911 or email havenumchurch@yahoo.com for more information. Pastor’s Office Hours are Monday, Tuesday and Saturday from 9am to 12pm and by appointment. Church Office hours are Monday thru Wednesday from 9:30am to 4:30pm and Thursday from 9:30am to 2:30pm. Visit our website at www. havenumchurch.com.

Seekonk Congregational Church In Person Sunday Services

We hope you will join us each Sunday at Seekonk Congregational Church UCC at 9:30 AM in the Sanctuary at 600 Fall River Avenue, Seekonk, MA for our weekly service. Please come if you feel comfortable, all are welcome, masks are optional.

Church School cont through summer at 9:30 AM

We will continue to record our services and they are available the following day at Seekonk Congregational Church YouTube and on Cable 9 Seekonk at 9 AM each morning.

Vacation Bible School

Mark your calendars for August 7 – 11, 2023 8:45 to 12:15 each day for VBS 2023. The theme this year is GO GREEN. Ages preschool – 6th grade for $25 for the week. 7th grade and older will serve as VBS Helpers. All are welcome, you do not need to be a member to attend vacation bible school. For information contact Kristin at 774-991-1555.

Please make note of all our upcoming services and activities:

No matter who you are, or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome at Seekonk Congregational Church.

If you have any questions on the above or wish to subscribe to our weekly newsletter, please email Donna.euell@gmail.com. All events and services are open to ALL. Please check out our Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/SeekonkCongregationalChurch/ for updates.

EAST PROVIDENCE PUBLIC LIBRARIES

Weaver Library is proud to present Our

Annual Outdoor Summer Concert Series!

Wednesday, July 5 6:30-7:30pm

The New Providence Big Band feat. D’s BBQ & SmokeHouse Food truck

Wednesday, July 12 6:30-7:30pm

Governor’s Own 88th Army Band feat. Mike’s City Dogs Food Truck

Wednesday, July 19 6:30-7:30pm

Magnolia feat. Rocket Fine Street Food Food Truck

Wednesday, July 26 6:30-7:30pm

Navy Band Northeast’s “Crosswinds” Woodwind Quintet feat. Dinolicous Food Truck

Wednesday, August 9 6:30-7:30pm

The Jesse Liam Band feat. Atomic Burger Food Truck Registration not required. This event is free and open to the public. Limited seating available, first come, first served. Bring your own chair.

July Block Party on The Lawn at Weaver Library

Join us on the third Thursday of the month from June to September for our new Summer Block Parties!

Our second Block Party will be Thursday June 20 from 4-7pm on the lawn at Weaver Library. Grab your cowboy boots and hat and join us for our first block party of the summer! Live music by Two Cat Tango, nine holes of mini golf, lawn games, Jee’s Shack Food

Truck, Palagi’s Ice Cream truck, selfie station, and lots more!

Kids Activities: Face Painting, Big Blue Blocks, bubbles, and more!

For more information, please go to our Calendar of Events at https://www.eastprovidencelibrary.org/ or scan this QR code:

July Kids Activities

Playful Engineers:

Create Chain Reaction Machines

Wednesday, July 5 5:30-7:30pm Weaver

Channel your inner Rube Goldberg as you make and break your own creations. Ages 10-14

Toe Jam Puppet Band on the lawn at Weaver

Saturday, July 8 at 3:00

Music, dancing, lots of BIG Family Fun. All Ages

Pumpernickel Puppets at Weaver

Tuesday, July 11 at 2pm

Presenting the tale of Peter Rabbit with large hand puppets. All ages

Painting with Rebecca Killian at Riverside

Thursday, July 13, 2:00

Paint on canvas with the help of a professional artist! Ages 7+

Registration required

WINGMASTER Birds of Prey at Weaver

Tuesday, July 18 at 2pm

See live birds of prey, all native to New England. Ages 6+

Competitive Cup Stacking at

Thursday, July 20, 2:00

Riverside

Glen Costello presents the amazing sport of Cup Stacking. Ages 8+ Registration required

Henry the Juggler at Weaver

Tuesday, July 25 at 2pm

Henry defies gravity, juggling balls, clubs, rings, even audience members! All Ages

Cerealism: Collage Art at Fuller Creative Learning Center with artist Michael Albert

Wednesday, July 26

Session 1: Ages 5-9 from 2-4pm

Session 2: Ages 10-14 from 5:30-7:30pm

Hands-on collage workshop where participants will create their own collage using cut up cereal boxes

Building Fun!

at Riverside

Thursday, July 27, 2:00

LEGO’s, Magna Tiles and Squigz. Age 3+

For more information, please go to our Calendar of Events at https://www.eastprovidencelibrary.org/ or scan the QR code.

July Events at the Fuller Creative Learning Center

The Fuller Creative Learning Center continues its schedule of programs and workshops. The schedule for July includes:

Adults/Young Adults

• Block of the Month Quilting (continued) - 1st and 3rd Tuesdays 6-7:30pm

• Charity Sewing - Tuesdays, July 11 & 25 2-3:30pm

• Flower Arranging and Art with What Cheer Flower - Tuesday, July 11 6-7pm

• Smartphone/Tablet Troubleshooting - Tuesday, July 18 1-3pm

• All Abilities Art - Wednesday, July 19 10:30-11:30am (registration required)

• Coffee & Paint - Wednesday, July 12 10-11am Adult Paint Night - Tuesday, July 25 6-7:00pm (registration required)

• Documentary: Sustainable - Wed, July 26 10:00-11:00am

Children/Teenagers

• Themed Learning for Preschoolers - Mon in July, 10:30-11:15am

• Virtual Reality Headset Demo - Mondays, July 3 2-4pm

• Tinkerlab Projects (ages 7+) - Wednesday, July 5-19 2-4pm

• Summer Art with Kathleen Marshall - Monday, July 10 3-4pm

• Green Screen w/ MobileQuest - Monday, July 17 3-4pm

• Battlebots w/ MobileQuest - Monday, July 24 3-4pm

• 3D Printer Pen Demo - Monday, July 31 2-4pm

• Infant/Toddler Play and Development Group - Fridays in July 9:30-11:00am

• Gardening at Fuller! - By Appointment Teens

• Jewelry Making - Friday, July 14 2-3pm

• Virtual Reality Tournament - Friday, July 28 2-3pm

All Ages

• Drop-in Tech (WiFi, Computers, Sewing Machines, Virtual Reality Headsets, 3D Printer Pens, Recording Studio) or by appointment

More information on these events can be found on the East Providence Library website or our Facebook page. You may also contact the Fuller Creative Center at fullercreativelearning@gmail. com for more information or to register.

As an extension of the East Providence Public Library, the Fuller Creative Learning Center focuses on hands-on learning programs and workshops for all ages. Join us at the Center located on 260 Dover Avenue, East Providence, RI for one of these beneficial experiences!

SCHOOL NEWS

Riverside Middle School Staff Awards

Riverside Middle School (RMS) recently finished its 2022-2023 school year with a celebration honoring three staff members for prestigious recognition awards. Kristyn-Anne Pinheiro was recognized as the annual District Teacher of the Year. Pinheiro was featured in the Reporter last month. “She has an energy like no other, working all hours of the day and night to make sure that her students are met with an equitable playing field,” wrote Superintendent of Schools Dr. Sandra Forand.

RMS paraprofessional staff member, Lisa Crowley Logan, was named the Rhode Island Education Support Professional (ESP) of the Year. Logan represented Rhode Island and was in contention for the national award in a ceremony in Seattle, Washington earlier this year. Since the award’s inception in 1992, 32 ESPs from 20 states have received this prestigious national award. Rhode Island has never won the award until Logan was named this year. The NEA ESP recognizes and honors the contributions that all ESPs make towards ensuring great public schools for every student.

The other RMS winner is Dean of Students, Brian Petsch. The Golden Apple Award honors those who believe in the true spirit of teaching by making classrooms a creative and safe place to learn. NBC 10 and the Rhode Island Department of Education partner up to recognize outstanding teachers in Rhode Island. Winning educators will receive a $250 contribution to be used for their school.

East Providence Senior National Honor Society Awards Night

The following seniors were presented their gold cords and National Honor Society certificates at the annual Senior National Honor Society Awards Night on Tuesday May 23, 2023:

Thais Akpabie, Sydney Amaral, Gladys Barrera Velasquez, Emma Bergeron, Andrew Braga, Jordyn Brogan, Gayatri Buchta, Emily Cabral, Beatriz Condinho, Sophia Cornier, Camryn Correira, Sarah D’Agostino, Alexander da Silva, Arina Deh, Brookelyn Feola, Jai-lynn Ferreira, Kieran Fortier, Benjamin Fortin, Katelyn Furtado, Victorino Gomes, Xavier Graca, Nicholas Heady, Natalie Hughes, Paige Lambert, Jacob Langille, Azaliah Lopes, Paris Martin, Claire Martins, John McKnight, Erin McLaughlin, Sara Medeiros, Caitlin Miguel, Emma Nordquist, Olivia Norwood, Sarah Pereira, Makena Petsch, Gabrielle Phaneuf, Jacob Poore, Keira Quadros, Allyson Reed, Christopher Riel, Michael Robinson, Tyler Robinson, Daniel Rocha, Manuel Santos, Li Li Schoenfelder, Ryan Silva, Janessa Steele, Ryan Stover, Gabriela Tavares, Ali Traore, Ariana Viera, Jillian Ward, Julia Williamson

The following students were presented their officer stohls:

• Emma Bergeron - President

• Keira Quadros - Vice President

• Paris Martin - Vice President of Service

• Camryn Correira - Secretary

• Jacob Poore - Treasurer

Benjamin Fortin - Historian

The following students were honored by their peers with the peer recognition awards:

• Excellence in Leadership Award - Emma Bergeron

• Excellence in Character Award - Benjamin Fortin

• Excellence in Service Award - Paris Martin

• Excellence in Scholarship Award - Gayatri Buchta

The Myron J. Francis Memorial Award honoring a student who exhibits exceptional school spirit was presented to Camryn Correira.

St. Mary Academy – Bay View

Celebrates its 147th Commencement

Entire Class of 2023 experiences college acceptance; graduates attending 42 different colleges

East Providence, RI – On Monday evening, June 5, St. Mary Academy – Bay View graduated its Class of 2023 at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in Providence. Each of the 49 graduates have been accepted to college, earning more than $12 million in collective scholarships. The Class of 2023 will be pursuing higher education at 42 different colleges and universities across the country.

Valedictorian and Class President Ciara Mercado - Alvarez (Seekonk, MA) addressed the crowd of students, families, faculty, staff, alumnae, and members of the Board of Trustees with a reflection on lessons learned at Bay View. “As our time at Bay View has passed, we have discovered more about who we are and the type of people we desire to become. In the spirit of a Mercy education, we have been encouraged to embrace a commitment to agape– self-giving, unconditional love–inside and outside of the classroom. We have learned that our identities will be tied not to our grades or popularity but to the memories of loving one another through service and mentorship; memories that are the architects

Lisa Crowley Logan

of our future, one in which I am certain each and every one of us will make an indelible impact on our communities.”

In addition to her many academic achievements, Ciara is the recipient of the Colleen Gribbin Award, the Harvard Book Prize and the Herbert and Claiborne Pell History Medal. She’s a four-year athlete on the state-champion volleyball team and will be attending Brown University in the fall. “I see people who will change the future, not only because of their knowledge and skills, but because of their hearts–doctors who will advocate for more equitable healthcare, politicians who will reform our justice system, engineers who will solve complex problems to address the needs of their communities, performers who will bring life and light into this world, teachers and coaches who will inspire a love of learning and growth. Our potential is limitless.”

Other graduates from our area are:

East Providence: Olivia Coelho, Brianna Quintana, Kaitlin Schaad, Lindsey Williams

Rehoboth: Ella Wasylow

Seekonk: Maggie McKitchen

St. Luke’s School Announces Honor Roll

The following East Providence residents have achieved Honor Roll status at St. Luke’s School in Barrington for the recently completed trimester.

Grade 6 Honors with Distinction: Shelby Baker, Bobby Bickford, Declan Monahan, Evelyn Fonseca. First Honors: Oliver Midgley. Second Honors: Marisa Sao Bento.

Grade 7 First Honors with Distinction: Daniella Rietheimer, First Honors: Samuel Jonah, Chloe Stoeckle.

Grade 8 Honors with Distinction: Avery Amarelo. First Honors: Noah Bergeron, Emma Joy Pacheco. Second Honors: Abbie Luther, Aidan Peterson.

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Get started right away with flexible Puppy Kindergarten classes and multiple Puppy Socials each week for safe socialization and training!

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Riverside Middle School's Dean Brian Petsch and family. A RI Golden Apple Award winner.

When School is Out... CAMP IS IN

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East Providence Recreation to Offer Summer Pop Up, Half-Day Camps

East Providence, RI – The City of East Providence Recreation Department is partnering with Kinderdmotion and Dance of New England to offer pop-up half day summer camps for ages 3-7 at the East Providence Recreation Center, Located at 610 Waterman Ave.

Beat the boredom! Come join us for a kid’s day out by Kindermotion! Imagine the excitement and smile on your child’s face when you pick them up and they show you the new dance, tumbling, rhythm, or creative movement skill they learned that day with their friends!

Kids explore dance, creative movement and tumbling through magical stories, music and art!

Dates: June 29, July 6, July 20, August 3 and August 17. Register for one or all dates. Time: 9:30am – Noon; Ages 3-7; Camp Fee: $38 per date.

Pre-registration is required. Registration is available online @ www.eastprovidence.recdesk.com. For more information, please call the Recreation Center at 401-433-6360.

Popular Annual Townie Baseball Camp at New EPHS Turf Field

The 2023 Friends of Townie Athletics Baseball Camp will be held from Monday, July 24 to Friday, July 28 at the EPHS Baseball Turf field. Players T-Ball through high school are welcome. Camp runs from 9 am to 12:30 pm each day.

The mission of the camp is to teach skills, proper techniques, and the correct approach to the game, all in a fun-filled atmosphere. Personalized tee shirts will be provided to participants who register early. Registration on a first come first serve basis. Register early to secure a spot! Late registrations accepted, but no guarantee on camp shirt.

Campers should bring own equipment! Campers are encouraged to bring own water! Box lunches will be available for those who want one.

Hitting, Fielding, Bunting, Base-running, Pitching. Competitions. Pitching drills and warm-ups with Pro and College Pitchers. Game competition! Fun contests with prizes and awards!

CAMP DIRECTOR: Townie Coach Bobby Rodericks

PE/Health Teacher EP School Dept. 2007-Present; EPHS Head Baseball coach 2012-present; RMS/MMS coach 2005-present; 2014 Division II State Champions; 2014 RI Coach of the Year; Dir. of ATC Training Facility 2009-present.

CAMP COACHES: EPHS Baseball Staff, MMS/RMS Baseball Staff, Former Townie All-Staters, Local Collegiate Players, Representatives from Central, Riverside and Rumford LL

To secure a Camp spot due to high interest in the EPHS Turf Complex, please Register early & send payment ASAP. Check made out to: “Friends of Townie Athletics.” All Proceeds Benefit EPHS Baseball & EP Middle School Sports. For Registration forms and price information, etc, email: bobbyrodericks@aol.com. Local little leagues will also have forms.

By Bob Rodericks

EPHS Division II State Baseball Champions

A Good Season

Not many thought East Providence baseball had a great chance to win the title but by the end of the season they had earned a playoff spot and had really gelled as a team. The road to the championship game was long and at times hard fought, but the team stepped up at every opportunity to win. The Townies march through the playoffs began with a 9-1 win over Ponagansett. Next up Chariho nicked EP in an 11 inning 5-3 loss, but EP came back with a 6-1 win over Westerly. EP then faced Chariho again and this time prevailed with a 2-1 win to gain the final series against East Greenwich. The Avengers were slight favorites to take the title and it was an epic best of three Championship series at Rhode Island College.

The Road to the Playoffs

EP jumped on the visitors with a three-run first inning and never trailed in their eventual 9-1 playoff win against Ponaganset High on Thursday, June 2nd. The game played at EPHS featured a one-hit pitching performance by Townie sophomore Tim Robitaille. Robitaille pitched six innings, allowing the one hit and just one run while striking out five. “It wasn’t Tim’s best performance on the season, but he stopped Ponagansett when he had to and was still very impressive,” said head coach Bobby Rodericks. “Tim knows how to win,” added Rodericks.

Dylan Annicelli pitched the final inning in relief for East Providence. The Townies managed 11 hits in an offensive attack which included 11 timely hits across the board. Chico Santos, Tim Robitaille, Austin Martins and Oliver Andrews each had two hits. Santos had a key double in the first inning scoring Steven Estrella as Estrella, Santos and Ziurel Vargas all scored. A key to the Townies win was the defensive play of the team.

Next Challenge - Chariho

EP lost their first playoff game in an 11-inning home loss to Chariho. Unlike their recent 9-1 win over Ponagansett in which Ep had 11 hits and played stellar defense, the Townies made a couple key errors and didn’t get a hit against Chariho until the 5th inning. Chariho jumped out to a 1st inning 2-0 lead. With two outs, Chariho’s Jack Stevens and Alan Carpenter got back-to-back singles and helped by two Townie errors, took the lead.

The score remained 2-0 until the bottom of the 5th inning when Oliver Andrews led with a walk followed by a Brian Rutkowski perfectly placed bunt between pitcher and 1st base, for an infield hit. Nolan Lorenz also bunted and made it all the way to 2nd base after an errant throw to first. On the play, Andrews scored. Jack McKnight singled to score Rutkowski but Nolan Lorenz was thrown out trying to make it home on the hit. The score would remain tied at 2 until the top of the 10th inning when Chariho took a 5-3 lead and held on for the win.

Taking On Westerly

The team answered the 11-inning home loss to Chariho with a 6-1 decisive win over Westerly. Townies sophomore Tim Robitaille pitched 6 strong innings of shutout ball, scattering just four hits and striking out three. Westerly was stymied by Robitaille throughout his six innings and the Townie pitcher also contributed two key hits. With two outs in the bottom of the third, Jack McKnight walked and reached 2nd base on a Steve Estrella base hit. McKnight and Estrella engineered a successful double steal and Chico Santos walked to load the bases for East Providence. Zuirel Vargas was hit by a pitch and McNight scored the first Townie run. Robitaille then lined a hit to center field scoring both Santos and Estrella as EP took a 3-0 lead heading into the fourth inning.

East Providence scored a run in the fourth after a leadoff infield single by Brian Rutkowski who then stole 2nd base. Estrella singled scoring Rutkowski for the fourth Townie run. Ep scored again in the fifth. With two outs, Nolan Lorenz, Rutkowski and Kyler Lorenz walked to load the bases. Nolan Lorenz scored when McKnight was hit by a pitch giving the Townies their 5th run. The Townies 6th and final run came in the bottom of the sixth when Chico Santos lined a double to deep center field and advanced to 3rd base on a sharp single to left field. Robitaille stole 2nd and on the play Santos scampered home with the 5th Townie run. Jack McNight came in to pitch the seventh inning and shut down Westerly after they scored a run. McKnight had two strike outs in the frame.

2023 Division II State Champions!

2023 Championship Team

A winning townie tradition continues. Team showered by EP fire department at EPHS post game celebration.

Townie seniors L to R Austin Martns, Chico Santos, Zuriel Vargas and Jack McKnight

A Townie autograph seeker Jack McKnight and coach Nick celebrate win

Shower for coach Zuriel Vargas scores the winning run in the championship game for EP.

Brian Rutkowski had a great series

Team togetherness a key this year

Coach Bob Rodericks and Sergeant Steve Evans EPHS Class of 1998

Key Chariho Rematch

Although it was an easy 41-minute ride down Route 95s, the rural setting of Chariho’s baseball field seemed like a scene from the movie Field of Dreams. Just beyond the outfield across a twolane country road, were acres of turf and cornfields. The Townies had a sense of serious purpose from the outset. They had to win this quarterfinal, or their season was over. Sophomore Dylan Annicelli was on the mound for EP and he didn’t disappoint. The lanky sophomore righty toughed out a complete game victory for East Providence. Annicelli had 7 strikeouts, including 4 big K’s over the last two innings, shutting down Chariho’s rally attempt. Annicelli didn’t walk anyone over his 7 innings of work. “Walks will come back to haunt a team,” said coach Rodericks. “Dylan did his job. He scattered nine hits across seven innings from an excellent opponent and toughed out a must win for the team,” added the coach. "Once again we had a well-balanced team win."

In the Chariho half of the first inning Lopes flied out to Steve Estrella in center field and Caden Babcock lined a base hit to rightcenter. However Babcock was erased from the bases when Annicelli quickly picked off the runner at first base.

East Providence erupted for four runs in the third after two were out. The first two batters were out on infield grounders and things changed. Steve Estrella and Chico Santos lined base hits followed

by a Tim Robitaille RBI single, scoring Estrella with the first Townie run. Both Santos and Robitaille advanced on stolen bases. Brian Rutkowski walked to load the bases for Oliver Andrews. Andrews came through with a bases clearing double to give the Townies a 4-0 lead. The four runs would be enough for EP to gain the win although EP had some chances to add to their run total in the fifth inning with singles from Chico Santos and Brian Rutkowski but didn’t score. Annicelli answered the bell in the bottom of the seventh on fly ball outs to Santos, Lorenz and Estrella, sandwiched around a lone single, to end the game.

Townies Gain Finals

East Providence beat back feisty Chariho for the second time in three days in a crisply played 2-1 game at EPHS. The determined Townies jumped out to a 1-0 lead in the bottom of the first inning. Jack McNight led off the game with a line drive double to right field followed by a perfectly placed bunt by Steve Estrella for a base hit, moving McKnight to third. On a ground out by Chico Santos, McKnight made it home but on an overrun at third, Estrella was thrown out.

Chariho tied the game at 1 in the 3rd inning when the Chargers Babcock reached base on an error and advanced to 2nd on the same play. Stevens lined a hit to center field which scored Babcock to tie the game. Another Chariho single put runners on 2nd and 3rd but a key strikeout from Townie pitcher Tim Robitaille ended the inning.

The Townies scored their second run in their half of the 3rd. Tim Robitaille singled sharply to center field scoring McKnight from 2nd base with the Townies second and ultimately winning run. The Townies one run lead would hold to the end.

Robitaille finished the game for EP, when after two outs Kyle McGovern of Chariho singled and was subsequently thrown out on a pickoff throw from Robitaille which put the runner in a run-down and he was tagged out to end the game. “I didn’t have my best stuff the last two games, but we stuck with it and never gave up. I felt good today,” said Robitaille.

State Championship Series

East Providence lost a nail-biter to East Greenwich, 3-2, in the opening game of the best of three series at RIC to East Greenwich 3-2 in eight innings. The game was evenly played until East Greenwich scored the winning run-in extra innings. A bounding ball by Grogan O'Brien, bad hopped over Townie third baseman Jack McKnight scoring the Avengers Michael Ucci to win the game. It was a confusing game for fans who were waiting during a 10 minute or so seventh inning delay as umpires huddled to discuss an EP pitching change. The Townie pitching re-entry by a non-starter wasn’t allowed by rule, causing a pitching issue for EP.

East Providence scored first with a run in the third inning. After two were out, Chico Santos lashed a single to left field and stole second base. Tim Robitaille walked and clutch hitter of late, Oliver Andrews, smashed a double to center which scored Santos. That was all EP could manage that inning.

In the bottom of the third, EG scored to tie the game. Alex DeTomasis led off with a single to right field followed by a walk and an intentional walk to load the bases. A Robitaille wild pitch enabled EG to tie the game. Robitaille and EP then stopped EG from any more scoring in the third. EG would take a 2-1 lead in the bottom of the fifth on a walk and a triple to deep right field scoring Robert Brooks. An earlier strikeout and two fly ball outs would stop any more damage.

The Townies would fight back and tie the

score at 2 in the top of the sixth. Robitaille led off the inning with a single but after extending his lead at first, was picked off by the EG pitcher. After a strikeout, EP catcher Rutkowski walked and then stole second-base on a pass ball. Nolan Lorenz then fouled off a few pitches before slapping a single through the hole at shortstop to bring in Rutkowski with the tying run.

Both teams made pitching changes in the seventh inning due to pitch count restrictions. Dylan Annicelli came in to pitch for EP and quickly got two strikeouts. A two-out EG single by Ryan Marcantonio was erased when Townie catcher Brian Rutkowski fired a strike to second base snuffing out the EG attempted steal. It was Rutkowski’s second throw-out of an Avenger steal attempt.

Austin Martins was pressed into action on the mound for EP. An infield error, a fielder’s choice and a couple of intentional walks loaded the EG bases. The walks were necessary to set up a force play on a ground ball. Ryan Fay whacked a hard-hit ball back to the mound. Martins made a great stop and threw the ball high to catcher Rutkowski who, unable to get the force at home, made a superb lunging tag of the runner’s leg for the out. However, the offline throw prevented a possible double play chance for the Townies. Next the bad hop grounder over third ended the game with an EG win.

Game Two Must Win

Dylan Annicelli hurled a 3 hit shutout win with Jack McKnight getting the final out in one batter relief for EP. The Townies again faced elimination as they have all post-season. They played with a seeming calm confidence as they outhit East Greenwich 7-3 and took the 1-0 win to gain a berth in the Division II State Championship game. The players and coaches may have remained calm in the low scoring game, but the crowd was nervous as the Avengers had the bases loaded in the 7th and last inning with a single, walk and a fielder’s choice. With a slim 1-0 lead, Dylan Annicelli reached his pitch limit and came out of the game to a standing ovation. The sophomore hurler pitched 6 and 2/3rd innings of 3 hit shutout ball. Enter senior Captain Jack McKnight from his third base position. Offensively, McNight had two hits and a long fly ball out to center field on the day. McKnight entered the game in a stressful moment with two outs and the tying run at third base. If McKnight didn’t show any nervousness, his Mom did. Kathy McKnight left her seat behind home plate and went to the side saying, “I can’t watch this.” But after McKnight battled East Greenwich’s Cade Thomas to a 2-2 count, two outs and bases loaded, Mom was yelling encouragement to the team. “You’ve got this,” she said. Jack McKnight then fired a called third strike by Thomas for the Townie win as the Townie fans jumped to their feet.

The crisply played game remained scoreless until the bottom of the fifth inning. Kyler Lorenz led off the frame with a single. McKnight was up next and showed bunt, but the pitch got by the catcher and Lorenz made it all the way to third base in a gutsy base-running move. McKnight flied out to center and Lorenz was held at third by coach Bob Rodericks on the medium depth fly out. Steve Estrella then lined out to center deep enough to score Lorenz for the eventual game winning run. Each time the Avengers had runners in scoring position, Annicelli would stop the momentum with great pitching and Townie fielders made catches in a well-played defensive game.

The Championship

The final winner-take-all game was before another packed stadium at RIC. The Townies scored their only run in the fourth inning. Chico Santos led off with a line drive double to left field. Tim Robitaille then lined out to left center and on a diving catch by Ryan Sheeran, Santos was doubled off second base. Zuriel Vargas then reached base on a hard grounder to third that wasn’t played and got to second on a hit batsman to Oliver Andrews. Nolan Lorenz followed with a single up the middle to score Vargas who hustled home from second base. That run would be enough for starter and complete game winner Robitaille. The Townies had a good scoring chance in the fifth but left the bases loaded after a couple of hits and another hit batsman but didn’t score.

The Townies played key defense when it was needed the most. The outfield made a couple of diving catches and effortlessly caught everything hit their way. Sophomore catcher Brian Rutkowski had six runners thrown out attempting to steal bases during the three games. “Brian really helped us from behind the plate,” smiled Robitaille after the game.

The seventh and final inning was exciting but stressed filled as Robitaille finished the game. The first two EG batters got solid hits and runners were on second and third with no outs. It appeared Robitaille may be tiring but coach Rodericks kept his starter in the game, urging him to “just pitch your game, strike at a time.” With no outs, just a good single could have brought in the winning run for the Avengers. Robitaille got the next two batters to pop out and then with a two and two count on Sheeran, the Townie ace fired a called third strike for the pressure packed Townie win. The Townie mission was complete, a championship in hand.

Photos for the Sports Update were provided by Katie Velino santos, Andrea Annicelli, Lorri Provencher, Paul Tumidajski and Bob Rodericks.

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More Sports!

Bay View Lacrosse Tops Townies in Four Overtime Title Game

like concession stands and public restrooms. The tournament will be held from July 22nd through July 28th.

“This is a direct reflection of the hard work and dedication of our board of directors, coaches, and players. Being chosen to host this tournament is highly sought after by all leagues,” said Rumford LL president Michael Fisher. “We bid for this, along with many other leagues and were chosen. The beautiful complex and the lights that were just installed allowed us this opportunity. Without those we would not have been in the running,” added Fisher.

The tournament festivities will begin on July 20th with a walk through of the complex by all teams. There will be a dinner for the teams and coaches at Greggs restaurant in East Providence on July 21st. Game play will begin Saturday July 22nd and continue Sunday 7/23, Tuesday 7/25, Thursday 7/27, and finally the Championship is scheduled for Friday 7/28. Times will be determined.

“It is an absolute honor to host such a prestigious tournament at the Kimberly Ann Rock Complex in Rumford, RI. This wouldn’t be possible without the amazing work done by the City of East Providence and our dedicated board members and volunteers,” said President Fisher.

East Providence, the defending Div. III State Champion, almost made it two in a row with an epic four-overtime loss to neighboring Bay View early last month. Lacrosse is still a relatively new sport in EP as Townies have been more used to basics like football, basketball, baseball, soccer, etc. But the Townies are building a program to be proud of. Last year the Townies won the state championship and gave it a good run against an excellent Bay View team this season. Bay View previously won the title when in Div. II. The game played at Brown University saw Bay View eventually scoring the overtime win, 9-8. Elizabeth Healey, who had four goals on the day, scored the winning goal for Bay View with under a minute to go in the fourth overtime. The Townies lead the game by three goals at one point but couldn’t hold on for the win. "I’m proud that we returned to the title game and the girls put in a great effort. I’m looking forward to next year already,” said Townie head coach Haley McCusker

Rumford Little League to Host State Championship

The 2023 Rhode Island Major Division Little League championship will be held at the Kimberly Ann Rock complex off Ferris Avenue in Rumford, RI. Different communities are chosen each year to host the tournament. The tournament consists of a winner from each of four districts statewide. Host leagues are usually chosen by leagues who can provide good field conditions and amenities

The Townies softball team ended an exciting season with a 1-0 defeat by Cumberland High School. The playoff loss marked a “well-played, competitive, and most importantly, fun season,” said head coach Katie Kenahan. Senior Captain Keira Quadros had 10 strikeouts in the game, and it was a true defensive battle by both teams. Quadros only allowed three hits in the one run game. Earlier the Townies defeated Chariho in an opening round playoff win but losses to Cranston West and then Cumberland, knocked them out of contention.

“We would like to wish our seniors, Kayleen Kim, Mariel De Jesus , Captain Josley Sosa, Captain Ava Mendence, Captain Emma Bergeron , and Captain Keira Quadros nothing but the best, and thank them for their leadership, guidance, grit, and passion for the game. You leave a strong legacy behind for the underclassmen, and we appreciate and value the immense impact you had on our program!” said Kenahan. “When a group of kids makes an impact on you the way this group has, you are even more heartbroken to see the season come to an end. I am proud of this team and thank each player for the dedication and passion they brought to this program,” added Kenahan.

League post-season awards went to; Keira Quadros - 2nd Team All State and first team all division, Josley Sosa - 2nd Team All State and 2nd team all division , Ava Mendence - 2nd Team All division and Emma Bergeron - Honorable mention.

EPHS Softball

EPHS 2023 Softball Squad

Emma Nordquist of the Townies lacrosse team. Paul Tumidajski file photo.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2023

Contact the Chamber. We’ve been welcoming new businesses to the community for 100+ years. We know all about ribbon cuttings and grand openings. We can tell you what works and doesn’t work. Let us help make your special event a success and one you can be proud of sharing with your friends, family and general public.

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Elder Resource Specialist

Amanda Mattress. Monday–Friday 401270-1788

Community Health Worker

Gilbert Williams–Hackney MondayFriday 401-443-4312

Healthy Aging Nurse Coordinator

Shahnee Lagor, BSN, RN-BC Hours: Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9AM-2PM

Registered Dietitian

Ann Marie Sabula, MA, RDA, LDN, CDE, CDOE Office hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays by appointment Call 401-447-6299

Eastside Clinical Laboratory Transportation

The first Wednesday of each month 8:30am-11:30am. Call 401-435-7800 to register for transportation.

Notary Public

Pat Thomas, Receptionist M-F 9:00am12:00pm to notarize documents.

Senior Shopping

Thursday & Friday Mornings: Call 401435-7800. The Senior Center will pick you up at your home and take you to Stop and Shop or Shaw’s in East Providence. Open to Seniors living in East Providence.

SHIP Counseling

By Appointment Only– Call 401-4357876 x1137

Veteran Counseling

Monday Mornings Daniel Lepore– Call 508-769-7321

RIPTA Bus Pass Assistance

Tuesday, July 18

RIPTA will be on site to discuss their Senior Rider Bus Pass Programs as well as provide assistance with bus pass applications.

Coming To Bloom: Gardening Club

Do you love gardening and are interested in a Gardening Club at the Senior Center? Call the front desk today to add your name to the list of those interested in our gardening club! 401-435-7800

Changes To Dining Out Program:

Participating Newport Creamery locations:

296 County Road, Barrington RI

208 West Main Road, Middletown RI

Breakfast M-F 7AM-11AM

Dinner M-F 4PM-8PM

Covid Testing/Covid Vaccines

If you need assistance booking your covid test or covid vaccine, please see gilbert! COVID testing and COVID vaccines are done at the following local pharmacies: Walgreens, CVS, Walmart. Appointments must be scheduled online. Do not have a computer? No problem! Gilbert , our Community Health Worker will assist you with booking online.

Blue Cross Blue Shield Strength and Balance

Fridays 1:00pm

Classes have been extended through the month of July! Lower-body workout techniques to increase stability and improve balance. Incorporates exercises for strength, balance, endurance, and flexibility.

Age Well, Get Connected

July 12, 2023 10:30AM

Age Well, Get Connected is a monthly computer assistance session hosted by East Bay Community Action. Drop in and have your computer questions answered as well as learn some new tips and tricks you may have not known before! No Registration Required.

Looking for Computer/Tablet Assistance!?

Gilbert, our Community Health Worker is available on Thursday’s from 10AM-12PM to assist with computer and tablet questions. Feel free to drop by Gilbert’s office located next to the front desk for technology assistance!

Shred Event

August 4, 2023 9am-12pm

Get Active!

Tuesday, July 18th at 10:00

Spending time outside is a great way to be physically active, reduce stress, and get Vitamin D, but time in the sun can come with certain health risks. Join us for a presentation on common types of skin cancers. We’ll share important information on what to look for and how to do a thorough skin check. We’ll also have tips on how to be sun safe this summer!

A1C Clinic

July 25th 10:00-11:00 Health Office

Are you a diabetic or prediabetic? If so, come have your A1C checked! A1C is a quick and easy blood test that captures your average blood sugar levels over the last 3 months. No fasting required. This is a walk-in clinic, no appointment necessary.

The Senior Memoir Project

Your story, your life, your own words.

Writing a memoir can certainly be therapeutic as is allows you to pause and reflect on the moments in your life that helped shaped you into the person you are today. It also allows for healing through some of life’s challenges and a sense of gratitude for overcoming those challenges.

Memoirs are also a treasured keepsake for families to enjoy and share with the next generation of loved ones.

The Robert Rock Senior Center is excited to host a 6-week memoir writing workshop every Thursday starting August 3rd from 10:00-11:00 in the Seminar Room. Writers will document their lives either on paper or with Chromebooks provided by the Senior Center. Options to print memoirs will be offered at the end of the workshop.

Registration is required for this class.

East Bay Foster Grandparent Program

The East Bay Foster Grandparent Program is actively recruiting community members 55 years of age or older to serve as Foster Grandparent volunteers in local elementary schools, Head Starts and libraries. The heart of the program is the one-on-one daily attention that FGV’s provide. This special relationship helps young people grow, gain confidence and become more productive caring members of society. Foster Grandparents assist in schools, Head Start sites, YMCAs and local libraries throughout the East Bay. Foster Grandparents receive a tax free stipend which will not affect any federal, state or local benefit or entitlement. Tax free stipend amounts range from $45.00 - $120.00 per week. Foster Grandparents also receive a mileage allowance, meals during service, paid holidays and accident and liability insurance while serving. The mission of the program is to support positive outcomes for children by providing volunteer opportunities to income eligible individuals. Together we can build a stronger generation of children and a better community for ourselves and our neighbors. For more information please call: Diane Palmer, Program Coordinator, East Bay Foster Grandparent Program, 401712-2743, a division of East Bay Community Action Program.

William D. Bense

William D. Bense

“Billy Benz”, 79, passed away on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 in his home surrounded by his family. He was the husband of Laurie A. (Nallen) Bense.

Born in Providence, he was the son of the late David and Harriet Bense.

Anita M. Sousa, of Hope Valley, formerly of East Providence passed away on Monday, June 5, 2023.

Edward, “Ted,” McShane, 69, of Peach Orchard Drive, Riverside, died peacefully on June 16, 2023 at the HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center, Providence surrounded by his loving family.

Francis Fayne, 74, of Franklin Street, Riverside, died peacefully on June 18, 2023 at home surrounded by his loving family.

Billy Benz

Bill was a mechanic all of his life and was the owner & operator of Engines by Benz. His automotive craftsmanship and restoration

spanned over 50 years in which he always took immense pride.

Bill was a tremendous mentor, he cherished all walks of life he came in contact with and lived to pass on his knowledge and experience. He took great pleasure in the guidance of troubled paths and would often take people under his wing.

A lover of good food, fun, and family. Bill was a colorful man full of the joys of life, the first to crack a joke and put a smile on anyone’s face. He will forever be remembered by all for his wit, his ability to enable others, and his generosity of knowledge.

Besides his wife he leaves four children, Abigail Carter, Carrie Bense, Kelly Bense and Maxwell Bense, two grandchildren, Tucker and Oliver and two sisters, Marjorie and Janet. He was the father of the late April Bense.

Calling hours will be held on Monday, June 26, 2023 from 5-8 PM in the PERRY-McSTAY FUNERAL HOME, 2555 Pawtucket Avenue, East Providence. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, financial donations and blood donations would be greatly appreciated at the Rhode Island Blood Center, 405 Promenade Street, Providence, RI 02908. https://give.ribc.org/fundraiser/4773077

Death Notices

Michele F. Nelson, 54, of Holland Avenue, Riverside, died peacefully at home on May 26, 2023 surrounded by her loving family.

Raymond A. Playe, Sr., 81, formerly of Willett Avenue, Riverside, died peacefully on May 29, 2023 at Rhode Island Hospital surrounded by his loving family.

Donna Wilkinson, of East Providence, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away Tuesday, May 30, 2023 at the age of 64.

Jean R. Ouellette, 94 of Riverside Rhode Island entered into eternal life on May 30, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.

Raoul Medeiros, 72, of East Providence and Sebastian, FL, formerly of Seekonk, MA, passed away peacefully surrounded by family after a valiant battle with glioblastoma on Sunday, June 4, 2023 at home.

Jeffrey W. Aldrich, 36, of Wellington Street, East Providence, died on June 4, 2023 after a one month illness.

State House News

Many decisions were made before the General Assembly broke for the summer recess. To read full transcripts of the articles, visit www.reportertoday.com (Click East Providence > News >Town News)

Teachers Wanted!

Teddy Bear Learning & Daycare Center, Seekonk MA. Preschool looking for full time EEC certified teacher; Contact Michelle at 508-336-2244 or teddybearlearning2023@ gmail.com.

Twin Oaks Farm & Learning Center: Teachers needed for our Infant, Toddler, Preschool, and Kindergarten rooms. Must have a DEEC certification for Teacher or above. Full time with benefits. We have so many children waiting for placement and need teachers to expand our classrooms. We are a small school offering children "A BETTER BEGINNING" in an enriched environment. We have been a school since 1994, and continue to set standards in our industry through our curriculum and teachers. Come be part of our team of educators. Call 1-508-252-5522 to set up an interview with Ana Neves the Director.

CLASSIFIEDS

HELP WANTED

Church Organist/Music Director: St. Raymond's Church, North Main St., Providence; Please call (401-351-4224) or email (straymondschurch@gmail.com) for more information, or to schedule an interview.

Church Custodian - Part time: St. Raymond's Church, North Main St., Providence; 15-20 hours per week; weekdays; Please call (401-351-4224) or email (straymondschurch@gmail.com); for more information, or to schedule an interview.

Help Wanted: Dairy Farm, Part time, call John 508-336-5796.

Seekonk Flea Market at Seekonk Speedway. Position available Sundays December 3rd. Looking for general help around the Flea Market every Sunday from 5am-noon. Call Linda at 401-263-5737.

Young adult needed for help with non-verbal young woman. Training provided for activities. Saturday & Sunday 1PM - 3PM. BCI required. Paid by Agency $20.00 per hour. Barrington/Riverside line 401-289-0127

WANTED

WANTED: Free Christmas wreaths and decorations. I can pick up. Call Debbie at 401-632-3602.

Seekonk Flea Market at Seekonk Speedway. Buyers and Vendors wanted every Sunday 7AM – 1PM December 3rd 2023. Call Linda at 401-263-5737.

I buy Old cars, Motorcycle, Bicycles, Scooter and other wheeled vehicle and parts. One piece or a collection. Thank you, Joe in Rehoboth 508-558-5129.

FOR RENT

Barn capable of 2-3 horses with corral turnout. Call John at 508-958-1567.

FOR SALE

Home GYM Equipment for sale: Treadmill-NordicTrack/C1900; Elliptical Machine-Nordic Track/CX920; Exercise Bike-Pro-form/ GL36; Barbell Dumbbell set with work bench; Trampoline-small; Large Ball; Steps-4 heights. Manuals included. To see equipment or make an offer call 508-252-5387.

For Sale: Ethan Allen solid white maple spindle double bed & apothecary 4 drawer chest. $275 or best offer. Call 508-252-5387.

HALL RENTAL

BOOK YOUR SPECIAL OCCASION PARTY NOW! Riverside Sportsman Assoc. Mohawk Drive off Wampanoag Trail. For all occasions: Birthday, Family Reunions, Club/Organization Meetings. Cash Bar. Monthly Steak Fries and other events. Call the club at 401-433-0209, leave a message.

NEW HAMPSHIRE VACATION RENTAL

CUSTOM LOG CABIN IN Sugar Hill, Franconia, White Mountains, NH. Pearl Lake Rd. Minutes from attractions, Pearl Lake and Polly’s Pancake house. Sleeps 6, fireplace, swimming, hiking, fishing, boating, kayaks or just R&R. Booking now for Summer

getaways: Weekly or weekends. Call Joe at 401-439-8089 for information and pictures.

HOME & GARDEN

Plants for sale: Perennials, annuals, Euonymus bushes, Angel Trumpets, Coleus, succulents, fig trees, strawberry plants, & tomato plants. Free small plant with visit, prices from $3-$20. Call 401-433-2922.

SEEKING COMPANION

Mature male seeks female companion for movies, dining out, friendship, etc. Call 401-434-9087.

SERVICES

Handyman/Home Repairs: GSS Property Solutions LLC; Fully Insured & Bonded; Registered in MA & RI; Call/Text: 401-688-9749.

I am a Personal Care Assistant & Housekeeper willing to help you! Will perform many duties including meal prep, medication reminders, shower assistance, shopping/errands, laundry, light cleaning. Call Terri for information and rates. 774-284-7600.

Bicycle Sales & Service: Your Bike Shops Tune-ups on all brands. In Riverside next to CVS 401-433-4491 and in Warren next to the Police Station and the bike path. Call Art or Joe for *NEW* hours and service. 401-245-9755

Housecleaning: Is your home in need of a really good cleaning? Whether you need a 1 time cleaning, or regular cleanings. Years of experience! (We include fridge and oven w/ our cleanings) Call Gil for details 508-840-6611.

BIG BLUE REMOVAL SERVICE: Attic, Cellar, Total House. We take everything! Furniture, Brush, Appliances, Yard Waste, Construction Debris, Trash…Demolition of Fences, Sheds, Decks, Pools. Let us do the work. Free Estimates. Call Tony 508-226-1295; www.BigBlueRemoval.com.

Great reception area and staff. Clean and organized. Dr. Eager and her staff took the time to ensure my dental care was paramount and I had all the information I needed going forward with my treatment plan.

My first visit here went Great . Dr Mastrostefano took care of me and recommended what steps to take going forward, now I feel at ease and comfortable to follow up with my Periodontist then put a plan together moving forward. Thank You!

Dr Eager is the epitome of what dentistry should be— quality care, plenty of time for patients, explains everything, and has a pleasant and very professional staff.