Letter to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: EGHS Wall Of Honor Thanks

This year's event was full of stories of growing up in East Greenwich, going to EGHS, and all the little small town tidbits many of us love to hear and reminisce about.

Just want to thank everyone for making the 6th Annual East Greenwich High School Wall of Honor another huge success. The administration, the custodians and Aramark Foods all contributed to a great night. Close to 100 people were in attendance at the event, sponsored by Gammons Prudential Realty, to see Linda Catanio Alix, Peter DeRestie, Sr., Dr. Fred Procopio, former R.I. Governor Donald Carcieri, Rear Admiral Richard Bennis, and Anthony "Tar Tar" Ucci honored for their exploits both in school and out. Michael and Anna Zaino and Carl Hoyer received WOH Appreciation Awards for their contributions to the community. Kudos go to Chairman Bob Houghtaling and Athletic Director Chris Cobain, along with the voting committee of Jean Ann Guliano, …

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Carcieri, Other Wall Of Honorees, Wax Nostalgic About EG

The EGHS Wall of Honor gained six members at the ceremony last week, including former Governor Donald Carcieri.

The East Greenwich Wall of Honor Ceremony is always moving and full of stories of days gone by. Last Wednesday's edition included new inductees former Gov. Don Carcieri (Class of '61), former EG French teacher Linda Alix ('68), Dr. Fred Procopio ('73), Peter DeRestie ('46), and, in memorium, Rear Admiral Richard Bennis ('67) and Anthony "Tar Tar" Ucci (EG Academy, Warwick HS '22).  In addition, Mike and Anna Zaino and Carl Hoyer were given Community Appreciation awards for their good deeds for East Greenwich over the years. The Wall of Honor recognizes former graduates for their outstanding achievements and ability to inspire future graduates. The 2013 Wall of Honor Committee included Bob Houghtaling, Bruce Mastracchio, Chris Cobain, Jean…

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5 Things You Need To Know Today

Five Things: EGFD House Hearing, EGHS Wall Of Honor

Your guide for life in East Greenwich today, April 10.

House hearing on EGFD merger legislation: The Rhode Island House Committee on Municipal Affairs will take up the legislation before it that would abolish the East Greenwich Fire District and make way for a town fire department. 4 p.m. in Room 203 at the State House. EGHS Wall of Honor Ceremony: The 2013 East Greenwich High School Wall of Honor Ceremony takes place Wednesday at 6 p.m. in the auditorium at EGHS, with a reception to follow. This year’s inductees include: Rear Admiral Richard E. Bennis, Class of 1967; The Honorable Governor Donald L. Carcieri, Class of 1961; Linda Catanio Alix, Class of 1968; Peter DeRestie, Class of 1946; Dr. Fred Procopio, Class of 1973; Anthony “Tar” Ucci, East Greenwich Academy; Warwick HS 1922. In …

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Hoyer, Zainos Named As Wall Of Honor Appreciation Awardees

East Greenwich High School Wall of Honor ceremonies to be held April 10 at EGHS.

The recipients of this year's Wall of Honor Appreciation Awards are Michael and Anna Zaino and Carl I. Hoyer.  Mr. Zaino, an East Greenwich native, has been a long time activist and participant in the workings of the town. He graduated from East Greenwich High, spent five years in the Marine Corps, graduated from Jamestown College in North Dakota before returning  to live in his hometown. He was a volunteer fireman, a long-time volunteer at Sr. Elizabeth's Home and volunteers at the VA Hospital in Providence; St. Francis De Sales Church; with USMC"s Toys for Tots program; cooks for the MC Motor Transport picnic and Christmas party; works with Officers Candidate School and USMC Aviation Logistics School in Newport. Along the way he has …

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New Members Of EGHS Wall Of Honor Announced

The induction ceremony takes place Wednesday, April 10, at East Greenwich High School.

A sports legend, a 9/11 hero, a former governor are among the six East Greenwich High School alumni to be added to the EGHS Wall of Honor this year. The ceremony will take place on Wednesday, April 10, in the high school auditorium at 6 p.m. Here are the inductees: Anthony " Tar Tar " Ucci – Considered by many old-timers to be EG's only true athletic legend. Ucci was a larger-than-life character was EG's Ruthian-Thorpian sports hero back in the days when local semi-pro football was all the rage and attracted thousands to Sunday matchups.  Ucci attended EG schools, EG Academy and Warwick High and earned All-State honors in both football and baseball. He was offered all-expenses paid to attend Brown University, but in those days, Italian …

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Seven Added to EGHS Wall of Honor

They were honored Thursday night at a ceremony at East Greenwich High School.

Bruce Mastracchio, who came up with the idea for an East Greenwich High School Wall of Honor, originally proposed a statewide hall of fame for athletes.  When that proved to be too expensive, he approached the high school and revised the concept to include all the school’s graduates. And although East Greenwich is a small community, it seems to generate a lot of people who make significant contributions to society. Added to the Wall of Honor in 2012 during a ceremony Thursday night at the high school were: Angela Bertholdt Herzner of the Class of 1992, Judith A. Briggs of the Class of 1960, Rear Admiral Nevin P. Carr. Jr. of the Class of 1974, Frank Forster of the Class of 1966, Deidrda Kettelle of the Class of 1964, W. Everett Lundberg …

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5 Things You Need To Know Today

Budget Hearing, Wall of Honor & More

Five things you need to know about East Greenwich today, April 12.

Budget Hearing: This is the one town-ordinance-required public hearing on next year’s budget (FY 2013). It takes place at Swift Community Center at 7 p.m. If you are a resident of East Greenwich, you have a voice. Come to the hearing and weigh in. Be a part of this grand experiment called democracy. Cole Spring String Fling: Orchestra students from 4th grade through 8th grade will putting on a short concert at 7 p.m. at Cole Middle School. They will be rehearsing all afternoon so they can perform individual pieces by age group and then a few pieces all together at the end. If you can’t make the concert, think about stopping by between 4 and 7 p.m. to catch them in rehearsal. Live music, locally — what could be better? EGHS Wall of Honor …

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