Coverage dated November 10, 2026

Providence fire chief to retire after 20 years

Headline from WPRI Providence

Providence's fire chief, Derek Silva, plans to retire next January.

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The Boston Globe
Providence Fire Chief Derek Silva is set to retire (opens The Boston Globe)
Published Nov 10, 2026
The Boston Globe's feed description
Providence Fire Chief Derek Silva is set to retire in January, leaving incoming Mayor David Morales with yet another high-stakes hire to make early in his administration.
WPRI Providence
Providence fire chief to retire after 20 years (opens WPRI Providence)
Published Nov 10, 2026
WPRI Providence's feed description
Providence's fire chief, Derek Silva, plans to retire next January.