Nora J. Howard-Gitlin
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Howard-Gitlin, Nora J., 73, died Saturday, January 17, 2026 at home. She was the beloved wife of Louis Gitlin for 48 years. Born in Tampa, FL, a daughter of the late Bertram and Zelda (Krellenstein) Howard, she had lived in Providence, previously living in New [...]

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Jan
Dorothy B. Moran
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Dorothy B. Moran passed away January 17, 2026 on her 106th birthday. She was the wife of the late Raymond A. Moran. Born in Providence she was a daughter of the late Theodore and Flora B. (Desrosiers) St. Onge. Dorothy worked for the former Browns [...]

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Jan
Letters to the Editor – January 20, 2026
January 21, 2026
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Bob McMahon has been doing a thorough job of investigating various institutions’ contributions to the city, especially academic institutions open to all. [“See Tallying Up Local Colleges and Universities’ Contributions to Providence,” by McMahon and Jonathan Howard, from January 14.] I can’t wait to see [...]

SquashBusters
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SquashBusters, the Providence nonprofit that combines academic tutoring with the enjoyment of sport, is in need of volunteers to build meaningful and trusting relationships with students in grades 6-12. Squash Mentors should know the sport of squash and be open to coaching youth at a [...]

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Jan
Montessori Community School of Rhode Island
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Montessori Community School of Rhode Island seeks passionate leaders to join its working Board of Directors during an important time in the school’s growth. The school serves children ages 18 months to 5 years and is the only Montessori school in Rhode Island committed to [...]

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Jan
Black Block Community Foundation
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Black Block Community Foundation is looking for tour guide and Cultural Keeper volunteers for the Black Block Cultural District in downtown Pawtucket. These volunteers serve as community ambassadors, welcoming visitors, sharing the district’s history, highlighting local art, and celebrating the stories of Black and Afro-Latino [...]

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Jan
School Food Waste Reduction Coordinator
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The Rhode Island School Recycling Project is looking for people who are interested in volunteering during the school day, mainly during the lunch period, to help students reduce their food waste, diverting edible healthy food to food insecure students and diverting food waste to be [...]

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Jan
Beautiful Day seeks Volunteer for Youth Program!
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Beautiful Day is a Providence-based nonprofit social enterprise with the mission to cultivate connections between refugees and the public through business endeavors, training, and education. Our youth program provides paid, hands-on training in job-readiness where young people learn skills for succeeding in the workplace. From [...]

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Jan
Gary Pina
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Gary Pina, aged 60, of Johnston, passed away peacefully at home on January 16th, surrounded by his loving family. Gary was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather whose love and dedication touched everyone around him. He is survived by his beloved wife, Sherry Ann Marfeo; [...]

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Jan
Angelina D. Petrosinelli
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Angelina D. Petrosinelli, 99, of North Scituate, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 16, with her loving son by her side. She had proudly called North Scituate home for over 60 years. She was the devoted wife of the late Arthur Petrosinelli.   Born in [...]

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Jan