Arsenio O. Costa

by The Providence Eye

Arsenio O. Costa, 89, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026 at the Rhode Island Veterans Home in Bristol. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Arsenio and Dollie (Green) Costa. Mr. Costa worked as a medical technician at the Rhode Island [...]

West Place Animal Sanctuary

by The Providence Eye

West Place Animal Sanctuary seeks dedicated animal care volunteers. 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, volunteers must arrange coverage if a shift cannot be [...]

WaterFire Providence

by The Providence Eye

WaterFire Providence is in need of volunteers to support its events and celebrations. Volunteer roles range from assisting at merchandise tents and as ‘WaterFire Hosts,’ to participating in the on-the-water operations that help light the fires. Volunteer support is vital to helping WaterFire advance its [...]

Rhode Island Black Business Association (RIBBA)

by The Providence Eye

Rhode Island Black Business Association (RIBBA) is looking for volunteers to assist with its 10th Anniversary event. RIBBA is a nonprofit dedicated to advancing business opportunities for Black- and minority-owned businesses in the state. They focus on strengthening access to capital and business development resources, [...]

Letters to the Editor – April 29, 2026

by The Providence Eye

[In response to Readers’ Voices piece “It’s Time for Providence – and Rhode Island – to Go Nuclear.“] Hello Providence Eye, Francis Anderson is living in a fantasy world, and promoting a dangerous vision of nuclear power that doesn’t and must not exist. First off, [...]

James R. Poons

by The Providence Eye

James R. Poons, 95, of Providence, RI, passed away on April 20, 2026. He was the husband of Betty R. (Horrigan) Kabbas Poons. Born in Colchester, VT, he was the son of the late William and Lucille (Levine) Poons. James honorably served in the U.S. [...]

Archibald John Samways

by The Providence Eye

Archibald John Samways Obituary With heavy hearts, the family of Archibald John Samways announces his passing on April 16, 2026. During his three short months on earth, he touched many lives and was loved deeply by family and friends. Archibald was born on January 7, 2026, [...]

Patrick J. Cullen II

by The Providence Eye

Patrick J. Cullen II, 44, of Providence, Rhode Island, passed away on April 18, 2026. Born on January 9, 1982, in Woonsocket, Patrick was a man of quiet depth, keen observation, and a profound, thoughtful presence that touched everyone who knew him. A dedicated data [...]

Ernest D. Thomas

by The Providence Eye

Ernest D. Thomas, 78, of North Providence. Devoted Family Man, Beloved Husband, Father, and Grandfather Ernest D. Thomas, aged 78, of North Providence (formerly of Providence), passed away peacefully on April 20, 2026, at Golden Crest Nursing Home. Ernest was predeceased by his beloved wife [...]

Shana Marie DelSanto

by The Providence Eye

Ou beloved Shana Marie DelSanto, 44, of Providence, passed away on April 22nd, 2026, after a long struggle with numerous health issues. She was a cherished daughter of the late Ronald Petrarca and Donna Del Santo. She leaves behind her companion Jaquan Jordan of Providence [...]