EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — March is International Women’s Month and once again, WPRI 12 is honoring those who inspire, lead, and forge the way for other women. For the sixth year, people nationwide submitted the Remarkable Women in their lives, and out of the dozens of local nominees, f our finalists were chosen. Our fourth finalist is Julie Kearney Veader, who has been leading the way for women in the Bristol Police Department for decades. After coming to Rhode Island in 1975 from Belfast, she was the first woman to serve on the Bristol police force and is now a captain. As a single mother, her persistence, sacrifice and dedication are evident in her children's success, and in the legacy she created at the department. There are now six women on the force, and they will not be the last. COMPLETE COVERAGE: Recognizing Remarkable Women in Our Community » Throughout the month of March, one of our four local finalists will be featured every Tuesday on 12 News This Morning and The Rhode Show to tell her story and highlight her accomplishments. All of this year’s finalists’ stories will also be posted here on WPRI.com. The winner will be considered for Nexstar’s Nationwide 2025 Woman of the Year award. Download the WPRI 12 and Pinpoint Weather 12 apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch 12 News Now on WPRI.com or with the new 12+ smart TV app. Follow us on social media:                     Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now The Rhode Show Today SIGN UP NOW ...read more read less