Search begins for new Providence fire chief as Derek Silva prepares to retire

Providence Published Nov 10, 2026, 11:21 AM

PROVIDENCE – Mayor-elect David Morales is beginning the search for Providence’s next fire chief following the retirement announcement of current Chief Derek Silva, who will step down after nearly two decades with the department. Applications for the position are now being accepted through Morales’ transition website. Silva, who became chief in 2023, was the youngest […]

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