EAST PROVIDENCE, RI – The City of East Providence, in collaboration with the East Providence Veterans Advisory Committee, is proud to announce the launch of our Military Banner Program.
This new initiative is designed to honor and recognize local veterans and active duty service members for their service and sacrifice.
The program will feature personalized banners displayed throughout the city, each bearing the name of a service member along with their branch of service.
Dear Water Service Customer:
Mayor Bob DaSilva cordially invites you to celebrate the City’s Remarkable Women who were recognized during Women’s History Month!
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
4:30 PM
East Providence City Hall Council Chambers
145 Taunton Ave. East Providence, RI
WASHINGTON DC – In an effort to strengthen affordable housing options for more Rhode Islanders, U.S. Senator Jack Reed today announced that twenty-four Rhode Island cities and towns will receive a total of $27,752,056 in federal funding through the Public Housing Capital Fund. Senator Reed led efforts at the federal level to make this money available to support the development, financing, and modernization of public housing projects and for management improvements.
The AARP Shred Event happening on Friday June 5th from 9AM-12PM has been MOVED to Weaver Library (21 Grove Ave, East Providence, RI 02914).
Drop-offs, 9 a. m. to noon. No more than two boxes per person; no businesses, please. AARP Members and non-members welcome.
Registration recommended but not required. For registration, location directions and more, visit www.aarp.org/RIEvents
EAST PROVIDENCE, RI – The East Providence Recreation Department will hold the 71st annual Dorman “Dolly” Searle Golf Tournament on Monday, June 8, 2026.
The event will take place at the Agawam Hunt Club, 15 Roger Williams Ave., Rumford.
The entry fee is $440 per foursome and includes greens fees, carts, lunch and prizes. Registration opens Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
In-person registration will be accepted at the Recreation Department main office, 610 Waterman Ave., beginning at 8:30 a.m. April 15. Register online at eastprovidence.recdesk.com.
EAST PROVIDENCE, RI – On Tuesday, March 17th, the East Providence City Council gave final passage on a new zoning ordinance that will create more affordable housing opportunities throughout the city. This decision came following a 4 to 1 vote approved by Council President Bob Rodericks, Council Vice President Frank Rego, Ward 2 Councilwoman Anna Sousa, and Ward 3 Councilman Frank Fogerty.
EAST PROVIDENCE, RI – The City of East Providence Recreation Department will hold a “How to be a Great Babysitter!” on Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 9 AM -3:30 PM at the East Providence Sr. Center, located at 610 Waterman Ave. This six-hour course is recommended for youth ages 11-16.
CITY OF EAST PROVIDENCE
STATE OF RHODE ISLAND
PLANNING BOARD
A meeting of the Planning Board pursuant to Article 12 ‘Unified Development Review’ of the City of East Providence ‘Land Development and Subdivision Regulations’ will be held in Room 306, City Hall, 145 Taunton Avenue, East Providence, Rhode Island, on Monday evening, March 30, 2026, at 6:00 P.M.
The following application for Unified Development Review will be heard in accordance with Article 12 and Rhode Island General Law State Law 45-23-50.1.
I. Administrative Subdivision
EAST PROVIDENCE, RI- Mattress and/or box spring, two pieces or one set, per household, are collected on scheduled Saturdays by appointment only. Fee for curbside collection is $25 each piece.
Residents can schedule a pick-up by submitting a service request or calling the Recycling Office at 401-435-7701.
Mattress collections can be scheduled during March through December. No collections in January and February.
