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By the numbers: North Providence Library numbers surge | Museums

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A shorter school day is an unconscionable decision for Providence schools

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“Thirty minutes is a big impact,” Education Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green told Channel 12 last June. “Anything less than that, we wouldn’t really see the impact of that.” “With wage increases, additional professional development time, and an unprecedented extension of the school day, this agreement will move Providence Public Schools forward,” Governor Dan McKee said in … Read more

At the Mancini Center | North Providence

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Settlement reached in suit over closure of Providence high school

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The surprise announcement in February that the South Providence school would close roiled the community, as students and teachers said they weren’t given any opportunity for input before the decision was made. Students walked out of class to protest the closure, and the Providence City Council and Providence School Board both passed resolutions opposing it. … Read more

Shots fired during armed robbery in East Providence

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EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Three suspects were arrested Tuesday morning after police received reports of gunfire during a robbery in East Providence. Shots were fired at the victim around 9 a.m. in the area of James Street, according to the East Providence Police Department (EPPD). The victim reportedly approached an officer after the incident … Read more

East Providence Police arrest three in connection to armed robbery

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This is a file photo of a sign at the East Providence Police Department. (WLNE) EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Three people were arrested on Tuesday morning after they allegedly tried to rob an individual at gunpoint. It happened at 9 a.m. when the victim approached an officer working a traffic detail in the vicinity … Read more

East Providence Police arrest three after armed robbery

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This is a file image of an East Providence police cruiser. (WLNE) EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Three people were arrested on Tuesday morning after they allegedly robbed an individual at gunpoint. It happened at 9 a.m. when the victim approached an officer working a traffic detail in the vicinity of James Street and gave … Read more

Providence will shorten its school day this fall, one year after extending it

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But after just one year, Providence will shorten its school day this fall, subtracting the extra 30 minutes from the schedule. Elementary schools will revert back to 6 hours and 15 minutes per day, while middle and high school will go back to 6 hours and 45 minutes. The decision comes down to money, Superintendent … Read more

Providence will shorten its school day this fall, one year after extending it

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But after just one year, Providence will shorten its school day this fall, subtracting the extra 30 minutes from the schedule. Elementary schools will revert back to 6 hours and 15 minutes per day, while middle and high school will go back to 6 hours and 45 minutes. The decision comes down to money, Superintendent … Read more

East Providence street now honors Indigenous family

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EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — An East Providence roadway got a new name, honoring a person whose family has been tied to this area for centuries. Leonard Avenue will now be recognized as Harry “Hawk” Edmonds Way. Mayor Bob DaSilva read a proclamation at a ceremony on Saturday, recognizing the street’s new name and the … Read more