Obituary: Priscilla Adams Rigg, 90
Priscilla Adams Rigg passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2019, wife of the late James F. Rigg of East Greenwich. Born in Tunbridge, Vt., she was the daughter of Emma and Russell E. Adams and granddaughter of Nina and John Q. Adams. The family lived briefly in...
Obituary: Dwight Arts Furey, 25
Dwight Arts Furey, 25, of Warwick, passed away Feb. 21, 2019. He was surrounded by loving family, friends, his devoted nurses (Jayne and Judy) and dedicated medical professionals. Born in Providence, he was the son of Elaine Arts and Alan Furey. Dwight was someone who...
Obituary: David W. Dumas, 75
David W. Dumas, 75, passed away unexpectedly November 27, 2018, at his home. He was the beloved husband of Elizabeth (Thelin) Dumas. David was born in Lowell, Mass., son of Michael and Beatrice (Warner) Dumas. David was a graduate of Phillips Academy in Andover,...
Obituary: Suzanne Owren Carcieri
Suzanne Owren Carcieri, 76, of East Greenwich, former First Lady of Rhode Island, passed away on Thursday, November 15, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of former Governor Donald L. Carcieri. They were married 53 years. Born in Providence,...
Track Star Lou Lepry, 1929-2018
By Mark Thompson “What’s so funny, Mr. Thompson?” That was my introduction to Louis (did anyone ever call him that in the 65 years since he arrived in East Greenwich?) Lepry and it came during my first days in 7th grade in September, 1965. I hadn’t actually “met” him...Upcoming Events
Jul
16
Tue
7:00 pm
School Committee Meeting 7/16/19
@ Cole Middle School Library
School Committee Meeting 7/16/19
@ Cole Middle School Library
Jul 16 @ 7:00 pm
The agenda includes a possible vote on a new director of finance, administration and operations as well as a vote on engaging finance consultant Mike D’Amico for help with a transition to a new administrator[...]
Jul
17
Wed
7:00 pm
Planning Board Meeting
@ Town Hall Council Chambers
Planning Board Meeting
@ Town Hall Council Chambers
Jul 17 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The existing house at 32 Exchange St., which is slated for demolition. The Planning Board meets Wednesday, July 17, at 7 p.m. On the agenda, the board will review the preliminary plan for a 12-unit[...]
Jul
18
Thu
6:30 pm
Acoustic Dream at Academy Field
@ Academy Field
Acoustic Dream at Academy Field
@ Academy Field
Jul 18 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
All summer concerts will be held at Academy Field on Thursdays. This year there will be a food truck at each concert starting at 6pm. Each night the truck will be different as well as[...]
Jul
19
Fri
9:00 am
Goddard Park Farmers Market
@ Goddard Park Farmers Market
Goddard Park Farmers Market
@ Goddard Park Farmers Market
Jul 19 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
The Goddard Park Farmers Market offers more than 20 vendors selling everything from produce and plants, to meat, fish and cheese, to flowers, pet treats and homemade personal care products. It’s a lovely spot for[...]
Jul
20
Sat
7:30 pm
Outdoor Movie
@ Academy Field, Behind Swift Community Center
Outdoor Movie
@ Academy Field, Behind Swift Community Center
Jul 20 @ 7:30 pm
Bring your blanket! The MSA is proud to present our annual free Outdoor Movie event, held on Academy Field (Behind Swift Community Center, 121 Peirce Street). All movies begin at dusk. Refreshments will be available on-site for purchase. Be[...]