East Providence Welcomes News Police Chief

William Nebus was sworn in as the new East Providence police chief. He who replaces Christopher Parella, who retired.

February 22: Upcoming Events On The East Providence Calendar

See what's happening in East Providence - check out the Patch Calendar

Upcoming Events On The East Providence Calendar

See what's happening in East Providence - check out the Patch Calendar

Upcoming Events On The East Providence Calendar

See what's happening in East Providence - check out the Patch Calendar

Upcoming Events On The East Providence Calendar

See what's happening in East Providence - check out the Patch Calendar

EBCAP Goes the Extra Mile to Make Kids Smile

Community Action Program Seeks Donations to Provide Dental Care for Uninsured Kids

East Providence Receives Funds to Open Historic Beach to Swimming

Attorney General’s office earmarks $850,000 from Volkswagen settlement funds for stormwater improvements to Sabin Point Park beach

Holiday Library Book Sale; Santa On A Boat!; More Local News

Some of the best and most useful content comes from the Patch community. Here's a roundup of stories from this week.

Running to Raise Funds for Operation Whiteknact Playground

Local Woman Natalia Scarpetti to run in Ocean State Marathon raising funds for Whiteknact Playground. You can help her reach her goal!

Sense of community, education are strengths in East Prov survey

People shared their thoughts during the Rhode Island Foundation's Together RI community dinner at the East Providence Senior Center.

New/ Newly Promoted Staff at East Bay CAP

East Bay Community Action Program Announces Key Staff Additions/Promotions

Meat and Lobster Raffle

Hosted by Mulhearn's Pub

Aldersbridge Communities to Host Annual Harvest Time Fair

The annual event will feature shopping, raffles, crafts, food, and much more. All proceeds benefit non-profit Aldersbridge Communities.

Grange donates school supplies

Roger Williams-Rumford Grange No 52

Boots & Bling, The 15th Annual Seaside Gala

Fundraiser Held to Benefit East Bay Community Action Program

Aldersbridge Communities to Host Yard Sale Fundraiser

Funds raised from the yard sale will benefit the Aldersbridge Communities Activities Department

East Providence Detectives To Hold Charity Golf Tournament

The proceeds benefit families of officers killed in the line of duty.

Arts and cultural organizations can apply for $120,000 in grants

Groups of color have until July 20 to apply for grants of up to $30,000 from the Rhode Island Foundation

Happy Father’s Day From Steven Federico

“I can only wish that I can be as good of a father as my father was.”

Books $2 a Bag

Fill up as many bags as you like with extra books from the recent book sale. Just $2 a bag at Weaver and Riverside Library.

3 Reasons To Be An East Providence Patch Mayor

The new Patch Mayor program is recruiting local residents to let their neighbors know about events and issues in your neighborhood.

Taste of Spring Raffle

More than $500 in prizes at raffle at Spring Book Sale, Weaver Librarary.

East Providence Police Honor Fallen Officer

East Providence police were among thousands who mourned slain Yarmouth Police Officer Sean Gannon.

Spring Book Sale

Book Sale at Weaver Library April 26-29

Missing East Providence Woman Found Safe: Police

East Providence police said Pauline Flanagan went missing from a rehabilitation facility but was later found safe in Pawtucket.

Lighthouse to Open with a Celebration on the Rocks

The public is invited to the opening of the newly renovated Pomham Rocks Lighthouse on June 10.

Remember a Loved One with a Scholarship

Establish a lasting tribute through Scholarship Foundation of East Providence

Got Books?

Bring your unwanted books to Weaver or Riverside Library now for use in the next books sale April 26-29.

Spring Book Sale

Friends of the East Providence Public Library will hold their annual Spring Book Sale April 26-29.

Phone-a-thon to Fund Scholarships

Volunteers will phone East Providence residents during annual phone-a-thon March 13 & 14 to raise money for scholarships

Eat for a Cause

Holiday Breakfast Nov. 25 at East Prov. High School to benefit scholarships

EP Nonprofits Dominate State Competition

Two won 2017 Best Practice Awards from the Rhode Island Foundation.

EP Red Cross Volunteer, First Coast Guard District Respond To Harvey

New Englanders are leaving for Texas to help Hurricane Harvey victims. The Coast Guard and Red Cross are among the groups sending people.

East Providence resident running to support Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund

Running the New Balance Falmouth Road Race to support patient care and cancer research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

BBB Offers Tips for Navigating Black Friday Sales

Better Business Bureau offers these tips to make your Black Friday shopping experience productive… and maybe even enjoyable.

EP Bridge Held Up by "Damn Lincoln Logs" to Be Replaced in 80 Hours

The East Shore Expressway Bridge will be closed beginning Friday and replaced in a project that the DOT says will shave off a year of work.

Grant Will Fund Large Sculpture on Vacant City Parcel

Art is coming to the corner of Warren Avenue and Waterfront Drive at the foot of the East Bay Bike Path bridge over the Seekonk River.

BBB Offers Tips for Hiring Lawn Services

Recommendations for hiring a lawn care maintenance service this Spring.

Love Golf? East Providence Athletic Club Charity Tournament Needs You

Golfers and donors are needed for the 20th annual John J. Chalmers Charity Golf Tournament in June.

East Providence Boy Scouts Preparing for Pinewood Derby

The Derby will be held Saturday, April 2nd at St. Brendan School in Riverside, RI from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.