The Johnston Senior Center has transformed into a Christmas and Winter wonderland of decorations, trees, wreaths, garland, ornaments, and non-stop music and caroling, to the enjoyment of their …
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12/19/24
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Roughly a year after being taken down to allow for repairs to its marble perch and refurbishment of its shining exterior, Rhode Island’s iconic Independent Man statue returned to its home atop …
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12/19/24
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In a wide-ranging interview with Beacon Media on Tuesday, K. Joseph Shekarchi, Speaker of the Rhode Island House of Representatives, said he found out about last week’s cyberattack on the …
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By ADAM ZANGARI
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12/19/24
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Administrators at the Community College of Rhode Island have seen many building-trades workers walk through their doors — and, following a visit by the governor, they’re hoping to see an …
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By ADAM ZANGARI
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12/18/24
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Are you looking for a smart, active new best friend? Well, Lexie is looking for you too! This gorgeous tri-color mixed breed with the prettiest eyes is hoping to steal your heart! First things first, …
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12/17/24
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The Johnston Senior Center “Spotlite” this week shines on one of our most devoted members, Algeria Vaughn-Bailey. Algeria, a former K-12 teacher in the Chicago Public Schools, holds …
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12/12/24
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BENCH WARRANT
On Nov. 9 at 11:30 a.m., officer Aaron Blanco observed a grey SVU traveling on Plainfield Street. DMV checks revealed that the vehicle’s license plate was active to a white …
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12/12/24
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‘Nothing to lose, everything to gain. Why wouldn’t a business want to increase their bottom line?’
In an initiative aimed at improving accessibility for individuals living with …
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By MICHELLE MERCURE, Ocean State Stories
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12/12/24
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Sitting at a table in front of a small business in Warwick, Rhode Island General Treasurer James Diossa and Connecticut Comptroller Sean Scanlon each signed papers marking a new partnership between …
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By ADAM ZANGARI
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12/12/24
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Holly Fair
Don’t forget that Saturday, Dec. 14, is the annual Holly Fair organized by the Johnston Parent Teacher Student Organization (PTSO). The fair, which will …
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12/12/24
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The library is a treasure trove of books, resources, and programs for the public. And at the Cranston’s Central Public Library, one of those programs is giving away free locks to anyone who …
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By ROSEGALIE CINEUS
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12/12/24
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With West Bay accounting for two-thirds of all of the new representatives in the Rhode Island General Assembly, the state’s representatives-elect headed to Providence last week to learn about …
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By ADAM ZANGARI
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12/12/24
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No hall passes needed.
Hundreds of parents and their children had free rein to tour the high school last week as school officials hosted ‘Eighth Grade Night.’ The program is …
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By BARBARA POLICHETTI
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12/12/24
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Mayor Joseph Polisena Jr. is making it clear that he is adamantly opposed to a 250-plus unit apartment complex for low-income residents that is being proposed for George Waterman Road. And he …
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By BARBARA POLICHETTI
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12/12/24
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Sometimes even Santa’s sleigh isn’t big enough.
Patrol cars and rescue trucks helped pick up piles of toys last week, as local police and fire led a toy drive guaranteed to make sure …
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By BARBARA POLICHETTI
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12/12/24
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Words can’t describe Zuko! I know when you look at him you'll just go “Wow, he’s gorgeous!” But when you meet him, you will also say “Wow he’s fabulous!” …
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12/11/24
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Tabby lovers, here you go! Meet Mirabella, you can't find a prettier girl anywhere! She is just two years old and and her holiday wish is to find a loving forever home! A home where she can find the …
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12/11/24
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Dec. 14
Annual Christmas Meeting
The Hope Historical Society’s Annual Christmas Meeting will be held on Dec. 14 at the Howland Barn, 35 Ryefield Road, Hope, at 2 p.m. Includes a …
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12/6/24
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The Johnston Senior Center “Spotlite” this week shines on Dee Tomasso, who has been coming to the Center, daily, for the last seven or so years. She originally joined at the invitation of …
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12/5/24
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DRIVING WITHOUT LICENSE & DRUG POSSESSION
On Nov. 8 at 9:30 a.m. an officer observed a black Chevrolet “traveling westbound on Elm Street and fail to stop at the stop sign while …
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12/5/24
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