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Pawtucket, RI -   Your Mother’s Favorite Breakfast: A New Chapter

A beloved Pawtucket eatery that has become a local staple since its opening in January 2023 is preparing to make a significant move from Pawtucket to Manville. The decision to relocate stems from a couple of key factors: 1) The need for more space. With this transition, the restaurant will be able to triple its seating capacity, allowing them to serve even more enthusiastic customers. 2) The recent sale of the building they currently occupy. With new ownership of their current building, comes the inevitable increase in rent, prompting the need for a fresh start.

Tony Soly, the owner of Your Mother’s Favorite Breakfast Place, expressed his mixed emotions about leaving the location that has fostered a loyal customer base. Noting how hard it is to say goodbye to a place where they’ve built so many memories. Over the past two years, the restaurant has not only become a favorite breakfast spot but also an integral part of the community, where friendships have flourished, and regular patrons have enjoyed countless delicious meals together. Soly has developed a genuine appreciation for the local area and its residents, making this decision all the more poignant.

Embracing Uncertainty

As they prepare for this move, Soly acknowledges the uncertainties that lie ahead. Transitioning to a new location means entering a different community, which brings both excitement and apprehension. He also stated that at his current location he knows exactly how busy they'll be during the week, and that he has a very good grasp of what to expect on weekends, but he’s unable to predict how things will unfold in the new neighborhood. This sense of the unknown is both daunting and exhilarating; it’s a chance to embrace new challenges and opportunities for growth.

Soly is determined to maintain the warm, welcoming atmosphere that has defined Your Mother’s Favorite Breakfast Place. He understands that building a new customer base takes time, but he is committed to making the new location just as inviting and beloved as the current one.

Moving Day Approaches

With the final approval from the fire marshal secured on December 4th, Soly and his team will soon be in full preparation mode for the transition. Your Mother’s Favorite Breakfast Place plans to close its Pawtucket location around Christmas Eve and anticipates opening the doors of their new Manville (Lincoln, RI) location early January 2025. 

In the coming weeks, Soly plans to launch a marketing campaign to announce the move and generate excitement within the community. He plans to carry over the same community spirit and customer loyalty to their new venue.

A Fond Farewell and a Bright Future

As Your Mother’s Favorite Breakfast embarks on this new chapter, the team at Entering Pawtucket wishes them the very best in their new location. The restaurant has become a cherished fixture in the community, and its departure will certainly be felt. However, we’re excited to see how they will continue to thrive and grow in their new home. You can bet that we’ll be stopping by for breakfast regularly to support them in this exciting new venture!

PAWTUCKET, RI. - The Pawtucket firefighter's union has voiced serious concerns after an inexperienced probationary firefighter was appointed to a high-ranking position within the department. Local 1261 President Eric Cordeiro expressed his astonishment at the decision, which places a 22-year-old with only three months of experience in the role of deputy chief, effective November 5.😲

Firefighters within the department have reacted strongly to this decision, labeling it as “reckless” and a potential threat to public safety. “We were absolutely shocked that the mayor would allow his fire chief to proceed with such a reckless order,” Cordeiro stated, highlighting the union's discontent with the appointment. The members believe that entrusting someone so new to the profession with significant command responsibilities could compromise the safety of both the public and the firefighters themselves.

Cordeiro emphasized the implications of having a leader with minimal experience at the helm of a large organization. “I think ultimately, someone with three months of experience, to be in charge of such a large organization is nothing but detrimental to public safety,” he said, signaling a deep concern for the operational integrity of the fire department.

This controversy stems from ongoing negotiations between the union and the city regarding command staffing. In 2023, the union had successfully negotiated a five-year contract that recognized the need for more command staff within the department. However, tensions arose when the city failed to comply with the agreement, specifically by not appointing anyone to serve as acting deputy chief. 

The union's grievance led to arbitration, where they emerged victorious, resulting in the appointment of the probationary firefighter to the acting deputy chief position. Yet, the union now feels that the city is undermining this arbitration decision by placing someone with such limited experience in a crucial role. “The city seemingly was unhappy with that award from the arbitrator and now is undermining that award by placing a probationary firefighter as third-in-command,” Cordeiro remarked.

This situation raises significant questions about leadership decisions within the Pawtucket Fire Department and the city's commitment to supporting its firefighters. As the union continues to advocate for experienced leadership, the implications of this appointment will likely reverberate through the community, impacting both the firefighters and the residents they serve. The union’s call for accountability and proper staffing may set the stage for further negotiations and actions as they seek to ensure the safety and efficacy of their operations.

 The city said that the position is purely administrative and the chief released the following statement:  

"The City of Pawtucket and the Pawtucket Fire Department are abiding by the contract that was agreed upon by all parties; the city, the fire department, and the Local IAFF 1261. This appears to be yet another deliberate tactic by the union and its president to exaggerate facts and present a reality that simply does not exist. The terms of the contract are clear, and the union previously agreed to these administrative roles as beneficial additions to our operations.

The deputy chief role was agreed upon in the most recent contract. The hiring for this role was posted, and no union members bid on this position, despite having the opportunity. As a result, we selected a member in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement. The department continues to follow the contract’s language rigorously, as agreed upon and will continue to do so. I will never jeopardize the health, safety, and welfare of the community.

It’s important to note that this position is purely administrative, and the department is functioning as it always has. We have also been meeting with union representatives in good faith to resolve any issues, and see this as a distraction from that constructive dialogue. There is no threat to public safety, and we are committed to ensuring that all parties adhere to the agreed-upon contract". 

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