🌱 Patch AM: Why East Providence blocked a former officer from working paid details

Good day East Providence! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

• Why East Providence blocked a former officer from working paid details
• Why one East Providence neighborhood is suddenly overrun with giant rats

Also on today's calendar: Purr-fect Family Fun: New England Meow Outfit Announces Annual Cat Show in Seekonk, MA and 3 more events.

Today's riddle: What do evil hens lay? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Wednesday: Fog in the a.m.; mostly sunny, with a high of 86 and low of 65 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
• Thursday: An afternoon shower possible, temps: high: 86, low: 63.
• Friday: Partly sunny, with a high of 83 and low of 62 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Former East Providence officer denied detail duty for 'inappropriate' behavior (eastbayri.com) — East Providence officials have denied former city police officer Paul Rodrigues' bid to return as a civilian detail officer, citing past hiring controversy, a 2022 incident at his home, and a recent body‑camera video of "inappropriate" comments during an investigation. Rodrigues, who served the city for decades, calls the decision unfair and a "character assassination," pressing councilors for clearer answers on his status.
   

• East Providence neighborhood plagued by influx of rats (wpri.com) — Residents near Grassy Plain Road and Ormond Drive in East Providence are battling an unusual surge of large rats, with one homeowner trapping more than 100 in a year. Mayor Bob DaSilva says construction and other environmental changes may be factors and is urging neighbors to report sightings through the city's online portal so inspectors can better target the problem.
   

📸 Around East Providence

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🗓 Upcoming Events in East Providence

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★ Featured events ★

Saturday August 22
• Purr-fect Family Fun: New England Meow Outfit Announces Annual Cat Show in Seekonk, MA →
  Ramada Inn, located at 213 Taunton Ave., Seekonk, MA,,
  9:00 am

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Other local events

Saturday August 22
• Qigong Workshop →
  Light of Hope, 245 Phenix Ave, Cranston
  10:00 am
Tuesday August 25
• CHIODOS: IT'S NOT YOU, IT'S ME TOUR →
  Fete Music Hall, 103 Dike St, Providence
  6:00 pm
Saturday August 29
• Frank Caliendo →
  Comedy Connection, 39 Warren Ave, East Providence
  6:00 pm
Wednesday September 2
• Pomham Rocks Lighthouse Tour →
  Edgewood Yacht Club
  9:00 am
Friday September 4
• Tara Cannistraci →
  Comedy Connection, 39 Warren Ave, East Providence
  7:00 pm

📣 East Providence Shout Outs!

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🗓 Events Nearby

Wednesday August 19
• Locker Night - Aqua and Yellow Clusters
  Barrington Middle School 220 Lincoln Ave, Barrington, RI 02806
  5:00 pm
• Parent University: How to stay informed, involved and empowered with your school community →
  Providence Public Schools Providence, RI 02903
  5:30 pm
• Housing Board of Trustees →
  Barrington, RI Calendar, Barrington Public Library 281 County Rd, Barrington
  6:30 pm
Thursday August 20
• Locker Night - Lime Cluster
  Barrington Middle School 220 Lincoln Ave, Barrington, RI 02806
  5:00 pm
• Parent University: Prepare your child for PreK and learning about the Special Education process →
  Providence Public Schools Virtual
  5:30 pm
• Zoning Board of Review and Appeals →
  Barrington, RI Calendar, PD Room, Barrington Middle School 261 Middle HWY, Barrington
  7:00 pm
Wednesday August 26
• Open Space Committee →
  Barrington, RI Calendar, Barrington Public Library 281 County Rd, Barrington
  6:30 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Life Care Centers of America posted a job opening for Activities Assistant in East Providence. Apply here.
• Moo, Inc. posted a job opening for Machine Operator (1st Shift) in East Providence. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near East Providence here.

🗞 Nearby News

Providence

• PFH Legal LLC - Providence, RI Patch (patch.com)
• Providence Fire Department Expands EMS Coverage and Modernizes Rescue Fleet (patch.com)
• RI Delegation Steers $13.5 Million to Upgrade Providence Ferry Terminal (senate.gov)

Ok East Providence! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Deviled eggs (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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