One Year After Irene, Has Anything Changed?

Tropical Storm Irene rolled into Rhode Island a year ago this week — have you taken any steps to be ready in case of another storm?

BJ's Opens in Seekonk

During the grand opening celebration, BJ's presented a shopping cart filled with donations for Kent Heights Elementary in East Providence.

Wickford Art Festival to Celebrate ‘Golden’ Anniversary

Next month, the Wickford Art Festival will celebrate its 50th anniversary.

Utility Scam Arrives in New England, National Grid Urges Caution

A scam indicating that the federal government will pay for utility bills in exchange for personal information has come to New England and National Grid is urging customers to remain vigilant.

What's Open, Closed on Fourth?

Today is the Fourth of July, so all government offices are closed.

Zoning Officer Finds 'Inappropriate Materials' at TLA/Pond View

Recyclable materials stored at the facility are not in accordance with the TLA/Pond View's variance, according to inspection reports submitted by the city's zoning officer.

Sweet: Friday Is National Donut Day

Area shops are handing out free donuts Friday.

Dept. of Health Cites Businesses for 'Uncleanly' Conditions

Sodexo at Sovereign, Hortons Seafood Inc., Italian Corner and Silva's Fish Market allegedly violated health codes this past week.

RE/MAX River's Edge Top Broker

Greater Providence Board of Realtors honors the Barrington/East Providence agency and a River's Edge associate.

East Providence Kids Invited To Send Recipes To Healthy Lunch Challenge

One Rhode Island winner will be invited to the first-ever kids' "State Dinner."

Marina Hosts Boating Safety Day

Saturday, May 19, is the fifth annual event to kick off the 2012 boating season; Brewer's Cove Haven Marina in Barrington hosts the event.

TLA/Pond View Opponents Ask Council Why Zoning Officer 'Isn't Doing His Job'

Residents say the city was granted inspection rights during a May 3 court hearing.

Sold! 6 East Providence Properties

A rundown of this week's property transactions.

Forbes Street Solar Program Moves Forward

East Providence and the CME group were awarded a bid to build a three meg site at the former landfill.

Touch-a-Truck Event a Smash For Kids and Families

Saturday's East Providence Area Chamber of Commerce event was a hit with families.

Why Don't You Touch-a-Truck This Saturday?

From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the East Providence Area Chamber of Commerce, kids get to inspect and toot the horns of military transports, rescue vehicles, buses, milk trucks, and more.

Readers' Choice: Best Florists in RI

For Mother's Day, a get well gift or for a romantic gesture for that special someone, nothing says it like flowers. Patch readers choose their favorite places to pick up a floral arrangement.

Sold! 3 Properties in East Providence

See which properties sold in the city last week.

Businesses Make Squantum Association Their Think Tank [VIDEO]

The "Celebrate Doing Business in East Providence" networking event drew business owners throughout the community. Host William Conley hoped it would serve as an entrepreneurial incubator.

Cupcake Madness Brings on the Sugary Insanity

East Providence resident Tracy Amoroso participated in the competition at The Village Inn in Narragansett.

Sold! 3 Properties in East Providence

Propties on Monmouth Drive, Lyon Avenue, and Pleasant Street sold within the last week.

Governor Chafee to Host Business Forum in East Providence

Mark your calendars. The forum will be held on Tuesday, April 10 from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at 145 Taunton Ave.

"Autism Speaks" Fundraiser-Macaroni & Meatball Dinner

Fundraising Dinner for Scout Lyons

75th Anniversay- The Smile Soiree

May Breakfast

Epiphany Chowder House

May Breakfast

Ice Cream Social

AARP Luncheon

76th Annual May Breakfast

Ham & Bean Supper

Spring Breakfast Buffet

Chowder House at Epiphany

Lenten Fish & Chips

St. Patrick's Day Celebration

EP Parks & Recreation Fundraiser at Wendy's

Pasta Supper/Raffle

Chili Cook Off

Breakfast with Santa