The Johnston Parks and Rec Department … more

On Saturday, a small crowd gathered at St. Brigid’s Church in Johnston to have their four-legged friends blessed by Father Bob Rochon. Rochon has been celebrating the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi with the blessing of the animals for eight years. A self-proclaimed animal lover, Rochon’s own pet, Emma, was in attendance. When Father Rochon led those present … more

The Johnston Senior Center hosted its first Flu Clinic … more

The Washington Trust Company has opened a new branch, located at 2174 Plainfield Pike last week during a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. Along with Cranston Mayor Allan Fung, photographed at the ceremony, … more

The annual Flames of Hope Celebration... more

Last week, Sensei Dean Watts … more

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

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the S.D. Barnes Elementary School community is joining the fight against the disease. Over the past two years, Barnes has raised more than … more

The Feast and Festival of La Madonna della Difesa in Johnston took over Sheridan Street last Thursday through Sunday. The festival, organized by Our Lady of Grace Church in Johnston, featured games, … more

Johnston public schools reconvened for the 2012-2013 school year on Wednesday morning under mild temperatures and sunny skies. At Thornton Elementary School, teachers met their new students outside … more

After months of anticipation and nearly a year of planning, the St. Rocco Feast and Festival took over the field behind the church starting last Thursday and wrapping up Sunday evening. Families … more

“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

The thermostat kept rising Friday, but that didn’t stop the residents of the Aime J. Forand complex from celebrating at their annual summer cookout. Fearing rain and wanting to beat the heat, the … more

For the fourth time in two years, weather put a damper on the Johnston Police Explorers Post 405 Car & Bike Show Sunday. Last year’s show was rained out twice, and this year, cloudy skies and the … more

Most people looked for ways to beat the heat Tuesday evening, especially if they were outdoors at the recreation center. What few joggers could be found made slow loops around the park pond, or … more

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Over the Rainbow Learning Center pre-school had their graduation ceremony Saturday at their Plainfield Pike facility. Over the Rainbow is located at 1269 Plainfield Street in Johnston, and can be … more