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id: 7dcf233f97
section: cityhall
first_reported: 2026-11-09 23:06 EST
updated: 2026-11-09 23:06 EST
status: developing
outlets: 1
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# East Providence food drive draws dispute with mayor

A food donation effort for residents of two East Providence housing complexes has drawn a dispute between organizer Brian Coogan and Mayor Bob DaSilva.

Section: [City Hall](/providence/section/politics.md) · Entities: [Brian Coogan](/providence/wiki/brian-coogan.md), [Bob DaSilva](/providence/wiki/bob-dasilva.md)

> Developing: facts are still being established. Treat early details as provisional.

## Coverage

- [NBC 10 WJAR](https://turnto10.com/news/local/east-providence-food-drive-sparks-dispute-residents-given-tuesday-pickup-window-november-9-2026), 2026-11-09 23:06 EST: East Providence food drive sparks dispute; residents given Tuesday pickup window

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