Elaine M. Nunes (Costa)
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Elaine M. Nunes (Costa), 81, of East Providence passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Monday, February 23, 2026. She was the beloved wife of Joseph Nunes for 61 years. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and [...]

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Mar
John H. McLaughlin, Sr
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John H. McLaughlin, Sr., 68 of Rumford, passed away on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at the HopeHealth Hulitar Hospice Center. He was the beloved husband of Debra L. (Jordan) McLaughlin to whom he was married 36 years. Born in Providence, RI. He was a son [...]

03
Mar
Linda (Johnson) Fasteson
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Linda (Johnson) Fasteson, 73, of Seekonk, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2026, after a courageous battle with ovarian cancer. A gifted educator, award-winning travel journalist, businesswoman, and beloved wife and mother, Linda lived a life defined by curiosity, creativity, and an unwavering commitment [...]

03
Mar
Pawtucket Backpackers
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Pawtucket Backpackers is in need of volunteers to help pack bags of food for Pawtucket students and food insecure families. Every week the nonprofit provides free food for 500 students in schools across Pawtucket. Each Wednesday morning, volunteers meet in the cafeteria at Blackstone Academy [...]

02
Mar
Jaycees Alumni of Kent County
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Jaycees Alumni of Kent County seeks volunteers of all ages for its annual ‘Open Space’ programming and Earth Day-themed activities. Beginning Saturday, May 6, the organization will lead cleanup and beautification projects throughout Kent County, along the West Bay Bike Path, and the Pawtuxet River [...]

02
Mar
Spark Night
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Try something new this year! Spark your interest in being a WaterFire Volunteer! Spark Nights are an interactive, fun, and social way to learn more about WaterFire, and Volunteer Opportunities. You’ll hear from current WaterFire Volunteers, Barnaby Evans, and more. Join us and find something that [...]

02
Mar
The Open Closet Thrift Shop
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The Open Closet Thrift Shop seeks a volunteer social media manager to help with publicizing the May Spring Fashion Show event. Contact [email protected].

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Feb
Providence Student Union
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Providence Student Union is seeking volunteer fundraisers to help support its 2026 401Gives Campaign. Through the 401Gives campaign, PSU aims to raise at least $16,000 to defend students’ rights and support the next generation of leaders in Providence and beyond. Contact [email protected] or call (720)662-2819.

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Feb
Federal Hill House
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Federal Hill House is looking for volunteer foster grandparents to help support children who need extra support in schools and community programs. Volunteers help children build confidence, strengthen reading skills, and succeed in school — while forming meaningful friendships along the way. Convenient hours, days, [...]

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Feb
Letters to the Editor – February 25, 2026
February 25, 2026
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Thank you for sharing this perspective [I’m a Renter in Providence Who Opposes the City’s Proposed Rent-Control Legislation. Here’s Why.] It has taught me more about a complex issue. If not rent control, what helps improve housing? Doesn’t rent control, in the long run, disincentivize [...]