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Editor’s Note: This is the latest story in a series looking at the process of revising Johnston’s Town Charter via the Johnston Charter Review Commission (JCRC). more
Editor’s Note: This is the fifth installment of a series looking at the newest iteration of the proposed Winsor Avenue solar farm. The public hearing is expected to continue in January, with a likely vote on a special-use permit to build an industrial-scale 19-megawatt (MW) solar field, with nearly 50,000 solar panels at 118 Winsor Ave. in northwest Johnston. Watch for more coverage leading up to and following the expected continuation of this hearing on Jan. 25. more
The Johnston boys basketball team improved to 2-0 last week when it rolled to a 78-43 win over Mt. Hope at home. The Panthers dominated from start to finish and saw three players reach double figures … more
On Friday, Dec. 22, the public’s invited to an event at The Last Resort in Smithfield for a fundraiser that will benefit the tri-town animal shelter in North Providence (which serves Johnston, … more
Meet Tac, she's from the Tic, Tac Toe litter and she's ready to play games with you! Tac is a five month old mixed breed with the cutest nose, you just want to kiss it! She is a little shy when you … more
The Johnston School Committee voted unanimously to approve a proposal by the Johnston Police Department to equip officers in schools with body-worn cameras. “A Memorandum of Understanding … more
The defending champion Johnston boys basketball team would win a 50-49 thriller over Smithfield to open its regular season in a non-league matchup last week at home. The Panthers led by one point … more
What's black, white and happy all over?? The answer is Lizzy, who is a two year old Hound mix with the biggest smile around. Lizzy loves people, is playful and so pretty! Her perfect home would be … more
Attention big dog lovers! Now is your chance to change a life for the better! Yuki is a gorgeous Akita who is ready to find her perfect match! She is five years old and her eyes just say "love me!" … more
The board of commissioners offered outgoing Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation (RIRRC) Executive Director Joseph Reposa a round of applause Friday on his last day on the job. Reposa held the Ocean State’s lone landfill’s top post in Johnston for more than six years. His annual salary was at least $245,000. He’ll also receive a $25,000 bonus on the way out the door (and stay on as a consultant). more
Johnston’s Charter Review Commission (JCRC) has convened twice and plans to meet again Thursday evening, Dec. 7. Will the JCRC ultimately ask voters to surrender their democratically elected School Committee in lieu of an appointed board? more
The defending Division II champion Johnston boys basketball team is back in action and gearing up to defend its title this winter season. The Panthers return some key players from last year’s … more
Meet  Marbles ! She is a five year old stunning silver Tabby.  Marbles  is in search of a loving forever home and she would love a home that has another friendly cat, she'd love to … more
Say hello to Hazel! She aims to please, she's super smart, athletic and a true beauty inside and out! The unique color in her coat is Catahoula mixed breed, it's a coat of many colors indeed. Hazel … more
James Harrison’s story does not stir sympathy. The Johnston man was accused of peeping through a young neighbor’s window in May. The next morning he allegedly killed his mother and a … more
Early Monday morning, Johnston Police spotted a vehicle wanted in connection to a Providence shooting. According to Johnston Police Chief Mark A. Vieira, they chased the vehicle; the occupants … more
Johnston-based Operation Stand Down Rhode Island (OSDRI) has more than doubled its capacity to help former servicewomen in need of a helping hand and a warm, safe bed. On Monday, their newly … more
One of Johnston High School’s best holiday events will be held this Saturday, Dec. 1, inside the high school cafeteria. “This is a free and fun event for the entire family to … more
The Warwick School Committee has joined a national lawsuit suing major social media companies Meta, TikTok, YouTube and Snapchat, doing so in a 4-0 vote taken during Nov. 14’s School Committee … more
Thanksgiving football returned to Johnston High School as the Panthers took on Scituate in what they hope will be the program’s latest annual tradition. The Panthers saved some of their best … more
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