WORKFORCE DIVERSITY STILL A CHALLENGE FOR GREEN JOBS Dear EarthTalk: What’s being done to get more minorities into green jobs? —Sam W., via email Green jobs—those that directly contribute to a sustainable environment—have been growing in need as the world has become more eco-focused. According to the Solar Energies Industries Association (SEIA), between 2014 and […]
JUNE KIDS ACTIVITIES AT EAST PROVIDENCE LIBRARIES Reading Buddies Tuesdays, June 3 & 10, 4-6pm at Weaver Library Ages 5-10 This low pressure drop-in program offers one-on-one time for school age kids to practice reading with adults. Volunteers from the community – recruited and trained by youth services librarians – will be ready to listen […]
Give a Tour of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse for Father’s Day Still searching for the perfect gift for Dad for his special day? A gift certificate for a tour of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse would make a one-of-a-kind gift. Tours of the fully restored historical light station are scheduled this season through the end of August. Dad […]
Massachusetts Is Under Economic Attack The ‘eds and meds’ sectors that fuel the state’s economy are facing grave danger from Trump administration policies by Mark Williams THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION is waging economic warfare against Massachusetts by turning political points into lethal policies that weaken several of our pillar industries: higher education, life sciences, maritime trade, and tourism. […]
Friends of Library Sponsor a Free Book Booth at June Block Party The Friends of the East Providence Public Library will participate in the Summer Block Party held on the grounds of Weaver Library, 41 Grove Avenue, East Providence. The Block Party will be held on Tuesday, June 17 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. To […]
Senate approves President Lawson bill to establish limits on grocery self-checkouts STATE HOUSE — The Senate approved legislation from Senate President Valarie J. Lawson (D-Dist. 14, East Providence) to establish limits on the use of self-checkout lanes at grocery stores in Rhode Island. The bill (2025-S 0085A) now heads to the House where Rep. Megan […]
Lobster Lunch Take-Out Order your lobster lunch today! Order the Lobster Tortilla Wrap or the Traditional Famous Lobster Roll. Both are filled with chunky lobster meat on a thin bed of lettuce (with or without mayo). Alternatively, enjoy a 12 oz container of homemade macaroni and cheese with chunks of lobster meat. Each meal comes […]
CONCERTS West African-Inspired Kotoko Brass-Back at the Center Bass River Campus Sat, May 24, 7:30pm. Member Price $25, Not-Yet-Member $30 Register Kotoko Brass has created a unique, joyful, and improvisational style of West African dance music described by the Boston Globe as “propulsive, infectious party music.” Drums provide the heart and soul of Kotoko Brass […]
