A member of the Johnston Republican Town Committee has been reappointed to the town’s election board. “We are delighted to announce that the Johnston Town Council had unanimously … more

On Saturday, July 6, the Johnston Republican Town Committee (JRTC) held a Candidates’ Signature Party at Brewed Awakenings, Cherry Hill for the Republican candidates running for office. … more

This November’s election won’t lead to many changes — if any — to Johnston’s Town Council and School Committee. Only one candidate, Karen A. Paquin (I), is … more

Special to the Herald “Don’t make a fuss — it’s just another day.” That was my dad’s comment just before his birthday last week, but we couldn’t … more

T.F. Green Airport saw its largest number of people traveling through security checkpoints of 2024 on July 7. The airport saw 8,260 individuals screened, according to Transportation … more

The Johnston Little League All-Star teams wrapped up their summers this past week as they fell in their respective district brackets. The JLL 12’s fell to North Providence 12-0 on Tuesday night … more

CRANSTON – “After one year from the ratification of this article, the manufacture, sale or transportation of intoxicating liquors within, the importation thereof into, or the exportation … more

The megalithic building is crawling with little blue robots. The creatures roam, coasting smoothly behind red warning tape strung between steel girders and heavy machinery. Human overseers watch … more

The holiday ended tragically following a large brawl in Cranston which resulted in a teenager with a stab wound and another man run over and killed. Shortly after midnight July Fourth, around … more

#1 Daniel D’Alessio Bishop Hendricken’s Valedictorian Daniel D’Alessio will be attending the University of Notre Dame where he is considering majors in either … more

Oliver Brady, outgoing president of the Warwick Rotary Club named John Howell as the 2023-2024 Rotarian of the Year at the club’s Thursday meeting at Chelo’s on Thursday. Brady said … more

The Warwick-based company that previously worked on the westbound Washington Bridge before its sudden closure last December is the state’s choice to tear it down. The Rhode Island … more

Hazel is so stunning with her coat of many colors! You have to meet in person to see how special she truly is! She is a four year old Catahoula mixed breed and she is super smart! Hazel loves walks … more

SEEN THIS CAR? The Cranston Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating the vehicle in the photo, which was reported stolen on June 21 around midnight in Raynham, … more

By GRETA SHUSTER Special to the Herald The Fourth of July is one of the most exciting holidays with barbecues, fireworks, and large gatherings of family and friends. For humans, that is. … more

Former Ward 6 Cranston City Councilman Matthew Reilly has been indicted on multiple child molestation counts, according to the Rhode Island Attorney General’s Office. more

On Saturday, Johnston native Nick Raposo was called up to make his major league debut with the St. Louis Cardinals against the San Francisco Giants at Busch Stadium in St. Louis. Raposo was … more

Just look at this fantastic face! Jojo is a year old Labrador/Poodle mix with fun-loving temperament. He is a pup who loves everyone but he is also a very active boy too! The rescue is requiring a … more

UPDATED The Cranston police officer ran to the suspects’ car. She opened the door and ordered a man and a woman out of the vehicle. Instead, they sped away, allegedly running over the officer's foot, and the officer fired at the vehicle. Cranston Police have released the name of the officer involved in a shooting last Sunday evening, as well as her body-worn camera footage from the incident. more