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A new K-8 school in Providence will replace Fogarty Elementary. Here's what to know.
PROVIDENCE − The Mary Fogarty Elementary School in South Providence will soon be demolished and a new kindergarten-through-eighth-grade school built in its place, largely in the same footprint. The Providence City Plan Commission on Tuesday gave its second round of approvals for the new school, which will utilize the recently renovated park next...
Lisa Pina-Warren on how the Nonviolence Institute tries to make Providence a more peaceful place
Violent crime in most American cities has generally trended down for decades, except for an uptick during the pandemic. There were 14 homicides in Providence last year, far less than the comparable number in the 1990s and 2000s. The waning of the crack epidemic is part of the explanation for why there’s less violent crime in America than in the past. Providence and some other cities have also seen the introduction of nonprofit groups that send streetworkers to promote peace, disrupt conflicts among young people, and offer a connection between the community and the police. The Nonviolence Institute was formed more than 20 years ago and it has become a vital part of the response in Providence. The founding director, Teny Gross, now leads a similar effort in Chicago. And the first woman director of the Nonviolence Institute, Lisa Pina-Warren, was appointed to that role last month. So how is Providence doing in addressing the roots of violent crime? And what would it take to make a bigger impact? This week on Political Roundtable, I’m going in-depth with executive director of the Nonviolence Institute Lisa Pina-Warren.
Sewer lining underway in Plainville
PLAINVILLE - A contractor has begun rehabbing sewer mains on several Plainville roads. Our partners at The Sun Chronicle reported on Thursday the work involves a “cure-in-place” line inside existing pipes. After the lining, there will essentially be a new sewer pipe without any digging in the street.
Sea Can takes Plainridge Park Open trot
Plainville, MA — Sea Can turned an advantageous trip into his second feature win at Plainridge Park after taking the $25,000 Open Handicap trot on Thursday (Aug. 22) afternoon. Sea Can (Nick Graffam) tucked in second behind Sidd Finch (Drew Campbell) who set soft fractions of :28 and :57...
Watch and Create: Painting with Felt Thursday, September 19 at 6 PM
Seekonk, MA – Come to the library for a creative workshop to learn how to make a felted wool "painting." Join us at Seekonk Public Library for Watch & Create: Felted Fall Landscape on Thursday, September 19 at 6 PM. We’ll watch a video from Pop Up Art School to teach us how to create a colorful seasonal landscape using a felting needle and embroidery hoop. No experience is needed and all materials are provided. You'll discover that needle felting is surprisingly easy, relaxing and fun! Space is limited; Registration with a SAILS library card is required (1 registration per card). Register in the Events Calendar at www.seekonkpl.org/events.
MA Hiking Paths and History Expert at Seekonk Library Wednesday, September 11 at 6 PM
Seekonk, MA – Have you ever wandered through the woods and wondered who had been there before you? In Massachusetts, many parks and trails have been carved out of historical sites. Join us at Seekonk Public Library for Hikes Through History on Wednesday, September 11 at 6 PM to learn more about the paths in our state. Author Alison O’Leary, an award-winning journalist and contributor to the Appalachian Mountain Club’s guidebook Best Day Hikes Near Boston, will share her favorites with you in this hour-long program. Using maps and historic photos, she describes several day trip destinations with historical significance and interesting features in Eastern Massachusetts for a range of hiking experience levels, including beginners! A book signing will follow. This program is free and open to the public. For planning and to receive program updates, please register in the Events Calendar at www.seekonkpl.org/events.
Teen Services at Seekonk Public Library
The Teen Services Department at Seekonk Library is ready to kick off a new school year with more fun and unique programs for tweens and teens. From science and art to storytelling and games, look out for plenty of opportunities to pursue your interests or to try something new. Keep reading for details, and visit the Teen page of the library’s website www.seekonkpl.org/teens for updated information and to sign up for the monthly Teen newsletter.
Final Offshore Wind Discussion Centers on Ethics, Economics
Newport’s Energy & Environment Commission concluded its three-part series about offshore wind on Aug. 15, with moderator Avery Robertson leading panelists representing Climate Action Rhode Island’s Yes to Wind campaign, the Iron Workers Local 37 union, and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management in a discussion about the ethics and economics of offshore wind development.
Man Allegedly Gets a Beatdown Over Jukebox Song Choice at Rhode Island Bar
In what might be the most dramatic jukebox-related drama of the decade, a Providence, Rhode Island, man found himself in the ER Tuesday morning—apparently for the crime of choosing the wrong song. Yes, police reports state that the man, who’s in his 40s, was subjected to an impromptu brawl...
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