Rabid Woodchuck Turns Up In East Providence Neighborhood: RIDOH

Four people and two dogs were exposed to the woodchuck, according to the Rhode Island Department of Health.

East Providence Blood Drive June 23

Grieco Automotive Group, Rhode Island Blood Center and Lamar Advertising are teaming to hold a blood drive.

Bradley Hospital Presents Humanitarian Award To Longtime Supporters

Bradley Hospital honored Marcy and Rick Granoff, and Rosemary and Mehdi Khosrovani.

West Nile Virus Discovered In Mosquitos In 2 RI Communities

State officials say all of Rhode Island is now at high risk for West Nile virus and urged residents to take precautions.

East Bay Community Action Program Announces New Chief Medical Officer

Dr. Lisa Denny is new CMO, Dr. Sarah Fessler will remain on East Bay Family Health Care staff

Raccoon In RI Tests Positive For Rabies

Following the positive test, state officials gave advice on how to avoid rabies exposure.

Lisa Denny, MD appointed EBCAP's new Associate Medical Director

Dr. Denny brings more than 20 years of experience in primary care medicine to her new role

East Providence Distributing More Free At-Home COVID-19 Test Kits

Proof of East Providence residency is required to get free COVID-19 test kits.

East Providence Distributing Free COVID-19 Tests To Businesses

There's also a limited number of at-home COVID-19 tests available for East Providence residents.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In East Providence Area

See how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Providence County and across RI.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In East Providence Area

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Providence County.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In East Providence Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Providence County and across RI.

Closures Extended For East Providence Senior, Recreation Centers

The centers were originally closed on Dec. 31, 2021 because of the transmissibility​ of the omicron variant.

How Close Are East Providence Area Hospitals To Capacity? Latest

Here's how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Providence County and across RI.

New COVID-19 Test Site Opens In East Providence

The test site will operate at Fuller Library every day from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Appointments are required.

Latest Hospital Capacity In East Providence Area

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Providence County.

COVID-19 Closes East Providence Senior, Recreation Centers

During the closure, the senior center will transition to grab and go lunches.

Mass Vaccination Site Reopening At RI Convention Center

In addition to providing first-time vaccines and boosters, the center will also offer COVID-19 testing.

Latest Hospital Capacity In East Providence Area

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Providence County.

Hospital Capacity In East Providence Area: See The Latest

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Providence County and across RI.

COVID-19 Booster Shots: Where To Find Them In East Providence

Boosters available in East Providence help protect against omicron and delta variant infections, and lessen the symptoms if you do get sick.

Hospital Capacity In East Providence Area: See The Latest

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Providence County.

East Providence Nonprofit Gets Federal Grant For Alzheimer's Care

Caregivers and people with disabilities at risk for developing dementia will also be supported by the $900,000 grant.

Coronavirus Cases Up 70 Percent Recently In Providence County: CDC

Providence County is part of the national trend of growing coronavirus cases.

Coronavirus Transmission 'High' In Providence County: CDC

The rate of new cases has increased recently in Providence County.

Best Nursing Homes In East Providence: 2022 Ratings Released

The annual list compiled by U.S. News & World Report rates thousands of nursing homes based on care, rate of complaints and more.

Providence County Ranks Well In New 'Maternal Vulnerability' Index

The U.S. ranks poorly among developed countries for maternal health. Here is how Providence County compares to the U.S.

Flu Season 2021: Where To Find A Vaccine In East Providence

While the focus remains on containing the coronavirus pandemic, flu season is fast approaching.

Some Salad Dressing At Aldi Gets Recalled In RI

There was a processing issue with the salad dressing that could allow dangerous bacteria to grow.

RI Hospital Nurses Petition For Pay Raises Amid Pandemic

Union officials said nurses at Miriam and Newport hospitals saw wage increases during the pandemic, but Rhode Island Hospital nurses didn't.

3 Mosquitos Samples In RI Test Positive For West Nile Virus

Two of the samples were from East Providence, while the other was from Warren.

RI COVID-19 Rates: Where East Providence Ranks

Central Falls has recorded the highest rates, with more than 23,000 cases per 100,000 people.

East Providence Public Schools Hosting COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics

The clinics are open for students 12 and older, families, faculty and staff.

Hospital Capacity In East Providence Area: Update

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Providence County.

East Providence Vaccination Clinic Accepting Walk-In Appointments

The clinic is open Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

East Providence Opens Cooling Centers In Response To Heat Wave

The cooling centers will be open from Monday, June 28 through Friday, July 2.

RI Department Of Health Warns Of Avanti Frozen Foods Recall

The recall includes the brand names Censea, Hannaford, Open Acres, Waterfront Bistro, Honest Catch, Chicken of the Sea, 365, and Meijer.

RI Department Of Health Closes Mass Vaccination, Test Sites

Two mass vaccination sites and 14 COVID-19 test sites shut down permanently over the weekend.

East Providence Middle Schoolers Join Moderna Vaccine Trial

The trial began last December for kids ages 12 to 17.

American Lung Association To Host Fundraiser In East Providence

The 13th annual Fight For Air Climb will support research, advocacy, and education for lung diseases, lung cancer, and COVID-19.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.