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Cheers East Providence! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Where East Providence's 10 school speed cameras will soon be watching
  • Why a 2016 East Providence killing case just led to parole
  • How East Providence will handle its jump to Division I tennis

Also on today's calendar: RWU Law Providence Law School Fair and 4 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the wall say to the other wall. 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 82 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and humid, temps: high: 82, low: 68.
  • Friday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 80 and low of 60 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Rhode Island school-zone speed cameras are turning back on: here's where they're located (wpri.com) — East Providence drivers should be ready: ten school-zone speed cameras in the city will be reactivated around Sept. 1–2, operating from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on school days. A statewide rundown shows which Rhode Island communities use these cameras, when they're active, and where new installations or expansions are planned.
   

• Man convicted of deadly East Providence stabbing granted parole (wpri.com) — A man convicted in the 2016 killing of a 24-year-old outside his East Providence home has been granted parole and is scheduled for release in January 2029. The victim's mother, who says she has forgiven him, remains upset that he has not apologized directly and questions his accountability while hoping he has reflected during his time in prison.
   

• What can you expect from the 2026 RIIL girls tennis season? Net gains. (providencejournal.com) — East Providence's girls tennis team is moving up to Division I after a strong 2025 season, joining other contenders chasing perennial powerhouse La Salle. The statewide preview highlights shifting divisions, key returning players, and which programs could surprise when the 2026 playoffs arrive.
   

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Other local events
    Saturday August 29
  • Frank Caliendo →
    Comedy Connection, 39 Warren Ave, East Providence
    6:00 pm
    • Sunday August 30
  • Paint Pottery! →
    Art by You at Weirdgirl Creations Pottery Studio, 10 Wampanoag Trl, East Providence
    1:00 pm
    • Monday August 31
  • Waddington Welcome Back Event
    East Providence School District East Providence, RI 02914
    4:00 pm
  • Silver Spring Welcome Back & Open House
    East Providence School District East Providence, RI 02914
    5:00 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

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • East Providence Beacon Bank branch helps lead the way to record-breaking RI summer food drive —Alison Skratt Read on Patch
  • Beautiful boy, just claimed officially to go to his new home!
    He still has a few more weeks with me. I adore all of them and hate to say goodbye, but I Love that the new owners keep in touch for the duration of… (Nextdoor Belt Hood)
  • Great Blue Heron hanging out.
    I typically see them looking in the water, not sitting in a tree. Maybe too hot. (Nextdoor Kettle Point)
  • The Adecco Group posted a job opening for Shipping Receiving Supervisor in East Providence. Apply here.
  • Brown University Health posted a job opening for Dietary Assistant in East Providence. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near East Providence here.

🗞 Nearby News

Pawtucket

Central Falls

  • Central Falls Man Charged With Stealing More Than $1,500: Cops (patch.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Meet me at the corner. (Thank you Earlene M. for sending it in!)
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