PROVIDENCE, RI – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) and Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) have confirmed additional detections of West Nile Virus (WNV) in the state this mosquito season. The virus was found in mosquito samples collected by DEM in East Providence, North Providence, and Providence on July 20 and tested by the Rhode Island State Health Laboratories. The other mosquito samples collected statewide showed no signs of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) virus, Jamestown Canyon Virus (JCV), or additional WNV.

EAST PROVIDENCE CITY HALL DROP BOX 145 TAUNTON AVENUE MONDAY, AUGUST 10, 2026 HOURS: 10:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.

Deadline for Registration of New Voters to vote in the September Primary Election to be held September 9, 2026. Changes of address and name changes may also be made at this time.

A new federal law permits voter registration change of address, and name change to be mailed.

Call our office at 435-7502, or go to VOTE.RI.GOV for a voter registration form and the hearing-impaired, TDD: 431-1633, for a form.

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. - The City of East Providence is heartbroken to announce the passing of Dr. Isadore Ramos, a man whose compassion, generosity and commitment to serving this community has left an indelible mark on our city.

Dr. Ramos died at the age of 89 after a brief illness. Although he earned a doctorate degree from the University of Connecticut, as well as other advanced degrees, he preferred to be called just “Izzy.” Townies and others called him by many titles; Dr. Ramos, Mr. Ramos, Doc, Pops, Poppy and Izzy.

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. – The City of East Providence was joined by members of the community, state, and local leaders to cut the ribbon on over $400,000 in renovations to enhance the care, comfort, and safety of animals while creating a more welcoming environment for residents looking to adopt their furever friends.

The Senior Center will be closed from Monday, August 10 through Friday, August 21 while the parking lot is being repaved.

Many of our activities will continue at EP High School. Please refer to this flyer for the schedule of activities being offered during this temporary closure. Page 4 of the
August 2026 newsletter also highlights the activities offered at the EP High School during the Senior Center shut down.

Lunch will be served daily at 12:00 PM at the High School. During this time, the lunch menu will be limited to the cold meal option (Option #2).

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. - The City of East Providence is excited to announce that on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, the East Providence City Council passed legislation on an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) tax stabilization that will encourage the development of alternative housing opportunities throughout East Providence.