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After six years of state takeover, Providence will welcome students back to a locally-controlled public school system on August 25, where teachers have an extra concern on their minds—union politics. On August 7, the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) invalidated the outcome of the Providence Teachers Union (PTU) election. In May, the progressive Union Strong [...] The post Providence Teachers…
On Sunday, August 16, close to 100 people gathered at India Point Park for the fourth edition of an annual urban bike ride organized by Eli Nixon and supported by the Providence Bike Jam. This 8ish-mile, family-friendly event, dubbed the BLOODTIDE Bike Ride, pays homage to horseshoe crabs: vulnerable sea creatures sometimes called “living fossils” [...] The post Providence Bike Jam Rides Along 450…
The Samaritans of RI are in need of volunteers for their Listening/Crisis Line to provide compassionate, nonjudgmental support to callers from Rhode Island and across the country. Volunteers are an important part of a dedicated team that helps individuals navigate difficult moments through active listening and emotional support. Free training sessions are provided, giving volunteers [...] The post…
The Empowerment Factory in Pawtucket seeks volunteers to support its mission by helping update and maintain their WordPress website. They are a nonprofit that helps students build confidence and skills through social-emotional learning, creativity, and civic pride. This is an opportunity for individuals web design and maintenance experience to help the organization strengthen its online [...] The…
Providence Student Union, which empowers youth to become advocates for their own education, is looking for volunteers to help students prepare for a successful school year by organizing school supplies, stuffing backpacks, and getting their afterschool space ready. This work has already begun with the start of the school year right around the corner. If [...] The post Providence Student Union…
This summer marks the 100th anniversary of when legendary Providence author H. P. Lovecraft penned his most famous story, The Call of Cthulhu. It’s a founding text of the Cthulhu Mythos, a shared universe that countless writers to this day use as the setting for their “weird fiction.” Every other year, thousands of authors, fans [...] The post Thousands Gather to Celebrate—and…
Providence lost a very special creature recently. Her name was Penny, and she was the cat who lived at Heartleaf Books, the cozy, cooperatively-run bookstore on Atwells Ave. Some of the details of Penny’s life are unknown. The co-founders of Heartleaf, Caroline and Mads Vericker, didn’t know exactly what kind of a cat she was. [...] The post A Tribute to Penny, Providence’s Beloved Bookstore Cat.…
Housing affordability, neighborhood development and the influence of large institutions such as Brown University shaped much of the discussion August 11 as Democratic Councilman John Goncalves and Democratic challenger Miguel Martínez Youngs made their case to Ward 1 voters. About 80 residents attended the forum, hosted by The Providence Eye and Community Libraries of Providence [...] The post…
Thursday, July 30th started as an ordinary day for me in so many ways. I took a break from work and my next-door neighbor and I stepped out to grab lunch at the new Guatemalan restaurant near Elmhurst. On my way home from lunch, however, the day turned into what felt like a science-fiction nightmare. [...] The post Do Providence Officials Care About ICE Agents Roaming Our Streets and Detaining…
Housing costs, neighborhood development and public safety dominated the discussion August 5 as Democrat Councilwoman Althea Graves and challenger Robert Ricci outlined their priorities in the race for Providence’s Ward 12 City Council seat. A third candidate, Democrat Belen Florez, was unable to attend. About 30 people attended the forum at the Smith Hill Community [...] The post Main Takeaways…
In response to RIPTA Proposes Four Options For New Rapid Transit Line, Connecting RI’s Largest Cities: Light rail is definitely the way to go, and this should just be the start of a larger network of rail in Rhode Island. Scott Corbin Shuler Providence In response to Fact-checking the PILOT Debate on The [...] The post Letters to the Editor – August 19, 2026 appeared first on The Providence Eye .
Participating candidates for the Ward 5 City Council race—Democrat Jackie Goldman, Republican Christopher Woodley and Independent Timothy Donahue—laid out competing approaches to housing affordability, public safety, schools and neighborhood infrastructure at a forum hosted on August 3 by The Providence Eye and Community Libraries of Providence (CLPVD). Candidates Michael Solomon (D) and Simon…
Hannah Dean is a local artist who believes in the power of pen and paper. The post Funny Pages – Learning appeared first on The Providence Eye .
Daniel Tucciarone, 68, of North Providence, passed away peacefully Wednesday August 12th. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Anthony and Angela (Nassi) Tucciarone. Daniel loved Santa Claus and enjoyed seeing him at Christmas time. He will be remembered for being very social, easy-going and was loved by all. He is survived [...] The post Daniel Tucciarone appeared first on The Providence…
Carissa Marie Manning, 39, passed away unexpectedly on August 8, 2026. Born in Providence, she was the beloved daughter of Sandra M. (Ford) Manning and James P. Manning, and the loving mother of Nathan and Victoria. Carissa was also the loving sister of Aliyah Manning and the late James J. Manning, and an awesome aunt [...] The post Carissa Marie Manning appeared first on The Providence Eye .
