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Ferri Jaguars have Dominant Season

The Ferri Jaguars completed their second undefeated season in a row with a 66-53 win over Deering Middle School last Thursday. Jordan Diclo led the team with 38 points, scoring more than half of …
The snake and iguana show was a giant hit as kids were able to interact with the animals.

St. Rocco School Celebrates Faith, Learning, and Community

Although it was an illness shortened week at St. Rocco School, the students there still celebrated Catholic Schools Week (CSW) in high style. CSW is an annual celebration of Catholic education …

Etta Campagnone: A Shining Example of Vitality at 98

The Johnston Senior Center’s spotlight this week shines on Etta Campagnone, a vibrant and inspiring 98-year-old who proves that age is just a number. With an impeccable sense of style and an …
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Johnston Senior Center ‘Ask the Experts’ Event.

Johnston Seniors Take Steps Toward Better Health at ‘Ask the Experts’ Event

Johnston seniors took advantage of an opportunity to improve their health and well-being during the recent “Ask the Experts” event at the Johnston Senior Center. The event featured …

Springfield College Recognizes Fall Semester Dean's List Students

Springfield College has named Cameron Ferrara and Dante Iafrate from Johnston to the dean's list for academic excellence for the 2024 fall semester. Ferrara has a primary major of Communication Sci …
Thornton Elementary students collected food to support Thornton Food Pantry,

Thornton Elementary Students Lead the Charge during Food Drive

The spirit of kindness and generosity is alive and well at Thornton Elementary School, where students have been working hard to make a difference in their community. The 5th Grade Student Council and …
Sports

Calabro leading Bison as 2-sport standout

Johnston native Sofia Calabro enjoyed a breakout season with the Nichols College field hockey team and is gearing up for this upcoming ice hockey season for the Bison as well. The sophomore standout …

JLL seniors win fall ball title

The Johnston Little League Senior fall ball baseball team entered a state-wide tournament hosted by District 4 Cumberland and would take first place. Other teams included were Lincoln, Smithfield, …
SENIOR SOFTBALL WORLD SERIES: Johnston hosted the Rhode Island Senior Softball Championship at the Wood Lake Park field on Sunday, Sept. 29, when East Providence Yacht Club faced off against City Life Productions/Sprit of Hope in a three-game series.

Johnston hosts Rhode Island Senior Softball Championship at Wood Lake Park

Johnston recently hosted the Rhode Island Senior Softball Championship at the Wood Lake Park field. On Sunday, Sept. 29, a three-game series between East Providence Yacht Club and City Life …
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The company is proudly employed, a factor that Lamond says helps contributes to its success.

New CEO Places Trust In Culinary Experts

If executive Mick Lamond wants to meet someone for a business lunch, it shouldn’t be too difficult.  As the new president and chief executive officer of Newport Restaurant group, Lamond …
Ramon Herandez as Gary and Tim Bric as Barrymore in ‘I Hate Hamlet.’

Ghosts, gags and the bard at Barker

I Hate Hamlet is a sharp, delightful comedy that has all the right ingredients: a dash of Shakespeare, a pinch of New York theater world satire, and a whole lot of snark. Paul Rudnick’s script …

Ravel’s ‘Bolero’ Highlights RIPO’S Concert

By DON FOWLER One of the most familiar pieces in an orchestra’s repertoire, Ravel’s “Bolero,” will be featured at the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra concert on …
Police Logs

Police Log

Patrick Cullen II, 43, of 997 Atwells Avenue Apt. 3F in Providence, was arrested on January 14 at approximately 1 p.m for suspicion of driving under the influence. Officer Thomas Santurri was …

Police Log

DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE On January 10 just before 6 p.m. Patrolmen Gendreau and Levesque responded to Susan Elizabeth Drive for a report of an SUV off of the roadway. At the scene, …

Police Log

CREDIT CARD FRAUD On Jan. 9 at about 9:06 p.m., Officer Matthew Murphy observed a silver Ford F-250 pickup truck traveling northbound at an allegedly excessive rate of speed, which he measured …
Editorial

Empowering ‘we, the people’

There is no denying that public trust in institutions has reached a new sobering low in the last decade. This unfortunate reality has been exacerbated by polarized political posturing, …

A pragmatic, empathetic government program?

A shout out for good government policy is in order for the Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles, which last week announced that a new program meant to help improve interactions between police …

The world's most vulnerable are in danger

The world's most vulnerable individuals face grave danger. With a single signature, President Donald Trump has effectively shut the door on refugees, stripping countless innocent children and …