Ruth Gold

by The Providence Eye

Gold, Ruth, 89, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at her home in Warwick with her loving family by her side. She was the beloved wife of Herbert Gold for 70 years. Born in Providence, she was a daughter of the late David and [...]

Cynthia Oliver Obituary

by The Providence Eye

Cynthia Oliver Obituary, Cynthia Marie Oliver, 67, of Riverside, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on Thursday ,April 9, 2026, at RI Hospital in Providence, Rhode Island. Born in Providence on January 3, 1959, she was the daughter of the late William and Mary (Junior) O’Connell. [...]

Jane E. Falvey

by The Providence Eye

Jane E. Falvey, 74, passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late John J. Falvey and Alberta M. (Veresko) Falvey. A lover of folk music, Jane could often be found behind [...]

Local News Sites Launch Collaborative

by The Providence Eye

Six Newsrooms Band Together to Strengthen Local News Coverage Editor’s Note: The following is a press release announcing the launch of Rhode Island News Collaborative (RINC), of which The Providence Eye is a founding member. Six independent newsrooms announce the formation of the Rhode Island [...]

West Place Animal Sanctuary

by The Providence Eye

West Place Animal Sanctuary seeks dedicated animal care volunteers who are able to make a meaningful, long-term commitment. Volunteers are asked to commit for at least one year and work one, 4-hour shift per week, and must have reliable transportation. Because animals require daily care, [...]

Washington County Coalition for Children

by The Providence Eye

Washington County Coalition for Children is recruiting individuals to join its Board of Directors. The mission of the nonprofit supports the well-being of local children and families by connecting them with community resources. Board members commit 4-6 hours of time per month, and ideal candidates [...]

Rhode Island Black Business Association

by The Providence Eye

Rhode Island Black Business Association (RIBBA) is looking for volunteers to help with the planning of its 10th Anniversary Event. RIBBA is a nonprofit dedicated to advancing business opportunities for Black- and minority-owned businesses in the state. The organization focuses on strengthening access to capital, [...]

Letters to the Editor – April 8, 2026

by The Providence Eye

Dear Providence Eye, There are many ways to cover a story and I strenuously object to your approach to the opening of Grace Harbor Church [Factory on the Woonasquatucket Being Transformed into 500-Person Capacity Baptist Church]. I don’t object to removing buildings from the tax [...]

Jessie L. Schenck Dudley

by The Providence Eye

Jessie Schenck Dudley of Providence passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, after an illness, surrounded by love. Born on September 11, 1938, in Cleveland, North Carolina, Jessie was the beloved daughter of Evelyn Schenck and Esley Eve. From an early age, she was grounded [...]

Open Closet Thrift Shop

by The Providence Eye

Open Closet Thrift Shop, located within Open Table Christ Church on Broad Street in Providence, seeks volunteers to help with their show on Saturday, May 16. Volunteers are needed to help with general set up and with the buffet lunch portion of the event. Individuals [...]