April 25, 2024
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The EPVMER2021 Committee has redesigned the website, www.sites.google.com/view/epvmer2021,   with its collection of EP veterans' war memorials, tributes, EP Veterans Memorial Expressway (I-195) … more
The Rehoboth Democratic Town Committee (RDTC) will hold its Annual Caucus on Wednesday, February 7 from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Blanding Library to nominate candidates for the April 2 Town Election. … more
Four residents have taken out nomination papers to run for the Town Clerk position recently vacated by Florice Craig. The winner of the April 2 election will serve the remainder of Craig’s … more
A District Court Judge has ruled that former Police Chief Dean Isabella has just cause to seek damages from the Town of Seekonk and the Board of Selectmen who terminated his employment in 2023. … more
Stow— State Fire Marshal Jon M. Davine and Massachusetts Firefighting Academy leadership today announced the graduation of 31 firefighters from the 50-day Career Recruit Firefighting Training … more
"Putting the DR in Dighton-Rehoboth!" said Paul Jacques, Chair of the Rehoboth Housing Authority. "This was a great opportunity for us as Rehoboth Officials to meet up with our Dighton Colleagues and … more
State House – Rep. June S. Speakman, chairwoman of the House Commission on Housing Affordability, has reintroduced legislation to boost housing production by helping Rhode Islanders to develop … more
As many of you are aware, Massachusetts will receive a portion of the opioid settlement dollars resulting from a resolution reached with the parties involved as described in the statement below: "On … more
State House – Several legislators representing the Easy Bay wrote to RI Department of Transportation Director Peter Alviti to request regular updates concerning the reconstruction and repair of … more
State House – Senate Majority Whip Valarie Lawson and Rep. Joshua J. Giraldo are sponsoring legislation to expand Rhode Island’s Temporary Caregiver Insurance (TCI) program from six weeks … more
Dear Parents/Guardians, Dighton Elementary and Palmer River Elementary School will be taking appointments for preschool screenings for the 2024-2025 school year. Residents of Dighton and … more
The Blizzard of Giving, Inc. is available all year round to help Rehoboth Children. We are here to help make your child’s birthday even more special! Please visit our website … more
The Friends of East Providence Public Library are now accepting books for their Spring Book Sale. Hardcover and softcover books in gently used and resalable condition are wanted. Books should have … more
The Zoning Board of Appeals held a Public Hearing on January 8th regarding a proposed residential development which would be situated on the former Firefly golf course. The developer, 320 Fall … more
Dighton-Rehoboth School Superintendent Bill Runey unveiled plans for the district’s future at the school committee meeting’s January 9 meeting.  One project is a new elementary … more
Seekonk residents were surprised to see increases in their property tax bills. Some voiced their frustrations on social media. “We need some fiscal responsibility here,” said Barbara … more
Seekonk Public Schools Superintendent Rebecca Kidwell said parents are being notified about the content in human sexuality classes and health classes. “Beyond that formal policy, all … more
Last Monday, Selectman Lenny Mills explained the state would be monitoring more thoroughly for water pollution. "We have to do it," Mills said. "We don't have a choice, it's not an option." … more
Hunger is largely an invisible problem. Unless you experience hunger yourself, or volunteer at a food pantry or meal site and see the long lines of people seeking help, it’s hidden from view. … more
Boston – State Representative Steven S. Howitt (R-Seekonk) is backing efforts to crack down on “revenge porn” by supporting legislation that imposes strong penalties for sharing … more
State House — Rep. John G. Edwards (D-Dist. 70, Tiverton, Portsmouth), the Majority Floor Manager of the House of Representatives, has introduced legislation that would protect the Sapowet … more
(Dec. 12, 2023) — The East Providence Prevention Coalition was recognized by the McKee Administration on Thursday, December 13, 2023, for its efforts to reach out to young people and steer them … more
2023 featured leadership changes for the town’s Public Safety Departments and the Seekonk Public Schools. Last January, the Board of Selectmen voted to terminate Police Chief Dean … more
The year was notable for some administrative changes for the Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District. Dighton-Rehoboth High School Principal Gail DeCecco resigned last June. The district hired … more
The Town Clerk’s office wishes everyone a happy, healthy and safe 2024. 2024 TOWN CENSUS INFORMATION The 2024 Annual Town census has been mailed to all households in Seekonk. Please update … more
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