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Coffee in hand, East Providence? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • See what East Providence homes sold for in the latest closings.
  • Why an East Providence law office window is now at campaign center
  • Body of missing kayaker recovered near East Providence shoreline

Also on today's calendar: New England's Biggest Free Admission 2 Day Card Show and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: A steady afternoon breeze, with a high of 72 and low of 43 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 63, low: 38.
  • Wednesday: Abundant sunshine, with a high of 66 and low of 51 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. What's the most expensive property sold in RI? Oct. 3 real estate transactions (providencejournal.com) — Several East Providence homes and condos just changed hands, with prices ranging from the mid-$200,000s to more than $650,000, giving a snapshot of the city's current housing market. This roundup also highlights the most expensive recent sale in Rhode Island and dozens of other transactions across nearby communities.
   

2. "His reckless rhetoric has caused this": Deaton accuses Markey of inciting attack on his law office (massdailynews.com) — A window at a U.S. Senate candidate's East Providence law office was shattered Thursday when someone hurled a piece of wood through the front glass while an employee was inside. East Providence police are investigating, while John Deaton publicly blames opponent Sen. Ed Markey's rhetoric for creating a hostile climate toward him and his staff.
   

3. Body recovered from water in Providence (turnto10.com) — A 54-year-old kayaker reported missing from Providence's Gano Street boat ramp was found dead Sunday morning, with a barge captain bringing the body to a dock on the East Providence side of the river. Police say there are no signs of foul play, and the State Medical Examiner and detectives are investigating the circumstances surrounding the man's death.
   

4. Burrillville football steamrolls Woonsocket as running game steals show (providencejournal.com) — Burrillville's undefeated football team rolled past Woonsocket and now turns its attention to an upcoming showdown with equally unbeaten East Providence, setting up a major Division II test. East Providence fans can expect detailed scouting attention after Burrillville's dominant ground game and creative play-calling powered a 41-18 win and kept the Broncos perfect.
   

5. The ultimate tour of Rhode Island's weirdest attractions and oddities (providencejournal.com) — Rhode Islanders get a quirky road trip guide that includes several stops close to home, like the Mrs. Skipper troll at Kettle Point Park in East Providence and the Crook Point Bridge spanning the Seekonk River. If you're looking for offbeat weekend adventures, the list ranges from haunted farmhouses and odd monuments to giant sculptures and historic curiosities statewide.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Yellow-Rumped Warbler.
    I've only seen one once before and not from this angle. Now I understand. Poor little guy looks embarrassed. (Nextdoor Kettle Point)
  • Stop & Shop posted a job opening for PT Porter - Front End - 2701 in East Providence. Apply here.
  • Life Care Center of Blount County posted a job opening for Accounting Clerk (AR) Medical Billing in East Providence. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near East Providence here.

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: "The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ?" — Footsteps (Thank you Patty G. for sending it in!)
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