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THE FIELD: Independent Warwick mayoral candidate Patrick Maloney, Jr., center, gives his closing statement at a debate inside the Warwick Public Library on Oct. 10, 2024. To his left: Democrat Leah Hazelwood. To his right: Incumbent Independent Mayor Frank Picozzi, who is seeking a third term in office.
Warwick mayoral candidates debate T.F. Green, lawn mowing and chickens
Warwick’s three mayoral candidates can’t seem to find much common ground on the issues affecting the city — including how the ground itself is maintained. At a debate Thursday …
REMEMBERING BURR: Friends raised nearly $12,000 at a fundraiser celebrating the life of Mike Burr, who passed away in September.
Celebrating the legacy of Johnston's Mike Burr
On Saturday, Oct. 5, it seemed as if the entire town of Johnston came together to celebrate the life of one of their own, Mike Burr, a.k.a. “Burr.”
IN MEMORY: Rhonda Brewster unveiled a granite stone at Johnston Memorial Park, in memory of her son, Dillon Viens. Rhonda and Dillon’s sister, Raquell, posed for a photo with the new memorial.
Two years later, the family of Dillon Viens is still fighting
On a fall day in October, Rhonda Brewster unveiled a granite stone in front of family and friends, which now sits in Johnston Memorial Park in honor of her late son. The stone reads “in …
HOTEL LORE: Author Amanda Quay Blount, of Warwick, who wrote “Meet Me At The Biltmore,” will deliver a presentation for the Johnston Historical Society on Wednesday, Oct. 30. Here's an old newspaper ad for the hotel. (Submitted photos)
Meet the Johnston Historical Society at the Biltmore Hotel (sort of)
Have you ever stayed at the Biltmore? The Johnston Historical Society will host a historical presentation on Wednesday, Oct. 30. Watch for further details (time and place) in future editions. …
Miguel Santamaria
Panthers extend streak to 3 games
The Johnston boys, soccer team’s bounce back season continued on Tuesday night when it beat visiting Prout 2-0 to pick up its third straight victory and remain in the Division III playoff hunt. …
Dasha
This adorable “red head” is sweet and affectionate! Dasha is an ten month old Black Mouth Cur mix with a zest for life! She loves to run around as play and can dash like the wind, hence …
PLANNING ON IT: The proposed floorplan for a new Johnston High School was recently presented to the Johnston School Building Committee. (Image courtesy SLAM)
TIMEOUT: Johnston Town Council president calls for pause in new school construction
The head of Johnston Town Council has called for a pause in new school construction projects. “I think the state needs to enact legislation to increase aid to communities based on this …
WHO’S IN CHARGE? Retired General Reginald Centracchio, former commander of the Rhode Island National Guard and his “guardian” for the Honor Flight, Ernest Almonte, before boarding Sunday’s flight to DC.
General ‘one of the guys’ on Honor Flight
For the first time since retired Providence Fire Chief George Farrell founded the Rhode Island Honor Flight in 2012, a three-star general made the trip to the nation’s capitol, but the general …
James Estrada (Photos by Leo van Dijk/rhodyphoto.zenfolio.com
Panthers fall to Vikings at Homecoming
The Johnston football team’s Homecoming celebration was spoiled by visiting Rogers, who ran away with a big 56-21 win in a Division III matchup. The Vikings entered the game as the …
WHAT YOU’LL SEE: Col. Ron Barnes, commander of the Pawtuxet Rangers, points to one of the many paintings and historical prints that the public can view at the militia’s armory.
A night at the museum
The Pawtuxet Rangers and the Gaspee Days Committee are making history a little more fun and more accessible this Friday when they host a “Museum Night” in Pawtuxet Village. …
Litterbug
Litterbug
Litter your life with love...meet Litterbug! His smile is infectious! He is so smart, he wants to learn everything! He is only ten months old so very much a puppy who's got energy and lots of spunk! …
NEW JHS: SLAM gave the Johnston School Building Committee an update on the new Johnston High School. Here’s a look at what the finished product may look like. (Photos courtesy SLAM and Johnston Public Schools)
A new Johnston High School, but for fewer students?
The town plans to build a new high school, but for 80 fewer students than the old school. Around 840 students attend Johnston High School this year, but projections show that number will plummet …

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THE STOCK: Federal and local law enforcement agencies executed search warrants and seized around 60,000 “stolen items” worth about $1.6 million. Federal prosecutors have charged two men, from Cranston and Warwick, for their alleged connection to a “Rhode Island-based organized retail crime theft” ring responsible for raking in “roughly $12.3 million” in sales. (Photo courtesy U.S. Attorney Zachary A. Cunha’s Office)

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