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KINGS OF THE MAT: The Johnston Youth Wrestling program. (Photos by Alex Sponseller)
Johnston Youth Wrestling puts on show at King of the Mat
Johnston Youth Wrestling traveled to New Hampshire to participate in the annual King of the Mat youth tournament, which features some of the best grapplers in New England, and would put on a show as … more
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PACKAGE DELAYED: These images of the Amazon construction site in Johnston, following the sunset, were captured by a drone piloted by Trevor Bryan, an FAA Licensed and insured drone pilot, the owner and operator of New England Aerial Services, on Sept. 21, 2022. The illuminated project has been taking shape on the Hartford Avenue hill overlooking Johnston, but its opening date has been pushed to late 2024.
Amazon wants to revise Johnston tax deal
Amazon’s looking to re-negotiate their tax deal with Johnston. The estimated opening date of Johnston’s Amazon has been bumped back several times. While the company says … more
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Mayor Joseph Polisena and Senator Frank Lombardo congratulate Dr. John Miele (center) for the opening of Hearing Specialists of R.I.
Hearing better in Johnston [Photo gallery]
Hearing Specialists of R.I., LLC, has opened at 1539 Atwood Avenue, Suite 102, in Johnston, within the Podiatry Specialists of Rhode Island practice. This state-of-the-art facility is dedicated to … more
RISKY Q’S: The Johnston School Committee voted to remove these two questions regarding student sexuality from the 2024 Rhode Island Student Survey.
Johnston School Committee removes student sexuality questions from risk survey
Tasked with approving the latest annual student risk survey, the Johnston School Committee unanimously decided to remove two questions that ask about student sexual identity. “We went … more
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THE ROAD AHEAD: Road and bridge contractor Cardi Corporation’s Lincoln Avenue headquarters in Warwick has been taken over by J.R. Vinagro Corp. of Johnston. Vinagro has also hired the former boss from the Central Landfill, ex-RIRRC Executive Director Joseph Reposa.
Former Central Landfill boss now heads J.R. Vinagro Corp.
The ex-boss at the Central Landfill has taken over as CEO of J.R. Vinagro Corporation, following his resignation last month. And his new employer, Vinagro Corp. has now taken over road and bridge … more
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Natalie Saleh, Morgan Plouffe and Juliana Manchester pose for a photo after hanging up their ornaments.
Oh, Christmas tree [Photo gallery]
WHO YOU CALLING ‘CHICKEN’? Raising Cane’s plans to open to customers next week. On Jan. 17, Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers will open at 1386 Atwood Ave.
Raising Cane's sets Johnston opening date
A Raising Cane’s representative attended Monday’s Johnston Town Council meeting, carrying a chicken gift basket topped with a bright red bow. The restaurant chain missed their spot … more
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Déjà 42: Kelsey Coletta, Dennis Cardillo Jr., and state Rep. Edward Cardillo Jr. are competing in the Democratic primary rematch this September. They also ran against each other in 2022 (Ed Cardillo narrowly won that race).
Déjà 42: District 42 Democratic primary is repeat performance
Voters in Rhode Island House District 42, which contains parts of Johnston and Cranston, will likely see a 2022 Democratic primary rematch this September. All three candidates who ran last election, … more
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'Tis the season [Photo gallery]
The Johnston Parks and Recreation Department, along with the Johnston Community Center Association and Mayor Joseph Polisena, host the annual holiday festival this Saturday, Dec. 8, at War Memorial … more
BEDAZZLED: Kristen Fountaine shows off her customized card, which expressed her appreciation for the men and women serving our country.
Little Learners show love for soldiers [Photo gallery]
Pre-school students at Little Learners Preschool and Enrichment Center sent warm thoughts to soldiers overseas with Valentine’s Day cards they customized last Thursday. The activity is part of the … more
This is just a small portion of the record 125 motorcycles that took off from Taso’s Restaurant at 1500 Atwood Avenue Sunday and rode 68 miles to help raise money for charity.
Taso’s attracts 125 bikers for charity ride [Photo gallery]
“Bigger and better” is what Thomas “Tommy Taso” Thomaidis was hoping the second annual Taso’s Motorcycle Run/Car Show would be. Thankfully, the forecast cooperated and a record 125 … more
Lighting the way [Photo gallery]
Representatives from Local 57 volunteered their time recently to take down the 11 light poles from the former BJs parking lot. Mayor Joseph Polisena procured the lights from BJs, which agreed to … more
BACK IN CUSTODY: U.S. Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Boston announced the Feb. 6 arrest of a Guatemalan national charged with child sexual assault in Rhode Island. The suspect was released from custody last year and remained on the lam, despite an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainer.
Feds scold state over undocumented immigrant’s release
UPDATED: The defendant has been identified by prosecutors as Manuel Garcia Dela Cruz. more
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Tony Gallo had a special visitor with him last Thursday. His 7-year-old grandson Louis Batiste-Gallo learned more about the flag while sitting on his grandfather’s lap.
The Bridge pledges allegiance to the flag [Photo gallery]
The Bridge at Cherry Hill celebrated Flag Day last Thursday with a presentation by the Korean War Veterans Association and an educational program run by Bridge staffers, who shared with the residents … more
Taylor D’Amaso and Angelina Chenault pose for a photo together while waiting for their turn at the dunk tank.
School’s out for summer [Photo gallery]
Thornton Elementary School had their annual end of year Field Day last Thursday. The clouds and drizzling rain in the morning broke and let the sun shine through for a warm afternoon of activities, … more
Bridget McMahon and Kerry Murphy are the art teachers behind the student inspiration on display at last Wednesday’s art show.
Panthers show off their artistic side [Photo gallery]
The annual Johnston High School art show … more
FEMA ARRIVES: Above, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has opened a disaster recovery center (DRC) in the Johnston Senior Center at 1291 Hartford Ave. The Johnston DRC hours of operation: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and closed on Sunday.
FEMA disaster center opens in Johnston
Too little too late or better late than never? Four months later and at least two subsequent significant flood events since September’s soaking storms, the Federal Emergency Management … more
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Apple Annie, played by Anne-Marie Forer, plays her banjo for the class.
Apple Annie falls into Cherry Hill Pre-School [Photo gallery]
Cherry Hill Pre-school in Johnston hosted “Apple Annie” in the 4-year-old class last Thursday to talk about life on a farm and some of her favorite fall activities. Apple Annie is portrayed by … more
CHARGED: Joseph L. Giudici, 40, of 7 Canonchet Trail, Johnston, has been arrested and charged with Driving Under the Influence after he struck two marked Rhode Island State Police cruisers on Saturday night, sending two Troopers to the hospital, according to police. RISP provided photos from the Providence crash scene.
RISP: Johnston man arrested for DUI after striking two RI State Police Cruisers
On Tuesday, Rhode Island State Police announced the arrest Joseph L. Giudici, 40, of 7 Canonchet Trail, Johnston, for Driving Under the Influence after he struck two marked Rhode Island State Police … more
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RI AG: Jury convicts Johnston man of 2021 murder
Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced last week that a Johnston man has been found guilty by a Providence County Superior Court jury of the murder of Mario Diaz, stemming from a … more
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