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To say that the Albert “Cookie” Memorial Golf Tournament is a tradition unlike any other would be an understatement. In short, it’s a nine-hole golf tournament named in honor …
5 days ago
Having surpassed the 600 threshold for preorders to start production, Gaspee Days Committee Charity Plates will start appearing on cars on Saturday, Oct. 14. That’s the date when those who …
Thursday, September 21
To celebrate both their recent Warwick opening, the Law Firm of Lonardo, Forte and Trudeau, LLP., will hold an Open House Thursday, September 28, at 2890 West Shore Road, from 2:30 to 7:00 p.m. This …
Thursday, September 21
Fourteen community-based food pantries across the state have received donated food and funds to support their work to help those facing hunger thanks to Bank Rhode Island (BankRI). The Bank recently …
Thursday, September 21
In a ceremony scheduled yesterday, a monument to Native American veterans was dedicated at the Rhode Island Veterans Memorial Cemetery That monument is the brainchild of Charles “Snow …
Thursday, September 21
The introduction of the 988 Lifeline marks a monumental leap forward in the evolution of treatment for those experiencing thoughts of suicide, substance use disorder, mental health crises, and …
Thursday, September 21
Lively Arab music and the scent of cooking lamb, spices and the occasional whiff from a smoking hookah wafted from tents on the plaza facing St. George Maronite Catholic Church in Cranston this past …
Thursday, September 21
Dr. Leslie Brow was recently named the recipient of the Association of Rhode Island Administrators of Special Education (ARIASE) 2023 Administrator of Special Education Award. The annual …
Thursday, September 21
To the Editor, I have a lot of concerns about the 9/14 article about the ice rink at Warwick City Hall Plaza. It states it will further the revitalization of this area. There has …
Thursday, September 21
The current nationally divisive controversy over statues and monuments - - here in Rhode Island over Columbus and Commodore Esek Hopkins - - has forced me to confess that I took down Rhode …
Thursday, September 21
“Time to return the milk and bread,” said “Arizona Pete” as he and his wife Wendy walked the dock at Pleasure Marina in Oakland Beach Friday afternoon. They were headed to the …
Thursday, September 21
To the Editor: How ironic that on one page of today’s (September 7) Warwick Beacon there is an article where a resident is objecting to having a police officer present during …
Thursday, September 21
A new joint legislative study commission looking into the reasons for the decline of Narragansett Bay’s quahog population is scheduled to hold its first meeting on Tuesday. In 2022, more …
Thursday, September 21
St. Peter School seventh-grader Lily Kelliher has always loved outer space. “I used to have stars on my ceiling when I was a kid, and I always really liked it,” she said. This …
Thursday, September 21
Last week Warwick was grazed by three major storms, two of which caused significant flash flooding and even tornados in the northern part of the state. The big name, though- in fact, the …
Thursday, September 21
On September 14, Speaker Joe Shekarchi received the Governmental Service Award from the Community Provider Network of Rhode Island. This award is given annually to state or federal service …
Thursday, September 21
Jerry Peshka, right, who has served as president of the Gaspee Days Committee, has returned to lead the all volunteer group that stages multiple activities including an arts and crafts show, road …
Thursday, September 21
DUI Around 2:20 a.m., Aug. 6, Warwick Police Officer Andrew J. Chretien was on routine patrol traveling west on East Avenue when he spotted a black Chevy Tahoe traveling east at a high rate of …
Thursday, September 21
Multi-million dollar projects, such as the proposal to build a dog lodge on Jefferson Boulevard or a garage for use by contractors to store vehicles and materials on Post Road, in Pawtuxet have a way …
Thursday, September 21
By JOHN HOWELL Wayne Kezirian, president of the Rhode Island Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, was prepared for the opening of their new home on Plan Way in Warwick Thursday …
Thursday, September 21
School Superintendent Lynn Dambruch and Assistant Superintendent William McCaffrey were still on Cloud Nine Tuesday morning following city council approval to issue bonds for new high schools Monday …
Thursday, September 21
At 10:11 p.m. on Sept. 18, the Warwick City Council voted 8-1 to release $350 million in bond funding to build two new high schools, slated to replace Pilgrim and Toll Gate High Schools. The …
Thursday, September 21
GEBHART COMMENTS: Made after the public comment session Tonight is about hope. It’s about being brave. It’s about the future. I heard two themes tonight, …
Thursday, September 21
To say that the Albert “Cookie” Memorial Golf Tournament is a tradition unlike any other would be an understatement. In short, it’s a nine-hole golf tournament named in honor …
Thursday, September 21
The Toll Gate field hockey team would run away with a 2-0 win over rival Pilgrim last week to pick up its first league victory of the regular season. The two teams were scoreless heading into …
Thursday, September 21
The Bishop Hendricken football team won its first league game of the season in a 21-14 thriller over North Kingstown last week and did it in unlikely fashion. On Thursday, the Hawks decided to …
Thursday, September 14
Sept. 14, Clouds Hill Museum Preservation Fundraiser will hold its Annual Harvest Supper on Sat., Sept. 23, from 5 – 9 p.m. at the Varnum Armory, 6 Main St, East Greenwich. In …
Thursday, September 14
Rhode Island’s average gas price is down one cent from last week, averaging $3.75 per gallon. Monday’s price was .13 cents higher than a month ago, and .21 cents lower than Aug. 28, 2022 …
Thursday, September 14
Find amazing deals on more than 6,000 hardcovers, paperbacks, children’s books, and DVDs at the Friends of the Library Book Sale at Warwick Public Library on September 22 - 24, 2023. The …
Thursday, September 14
To the editor, On Monday, September 18th the Warwick City Council will be meeting to discuss and possibly vote on a generational project that will have an impact on all current and future …
Thursday, September 14
Much of the mayor’s posts last week pertained to the Traveling Vietnam Wall. We selected this post to feature: Sept. 9 This photo was just sent to me, and it says it all. This man …
Thursday, September 14
“How are you going to find your way?” I looked in the direction of the shore shrouded in fog and spotted the outline of the Beach Avenue overlook in Conimicut. I made out two figures …
Thursday, September 14
Another anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks has come and gone; this year commemorating the 22nd anniversary of the deadliest terror attack in American history. There has never …
Thursday, September 14
It was hot and muggy Thursday and those attending the opening of school mass at Bishop Hendricken High School weren’t expecting a lesson in physics following a reading of the Gospel : St. …
Thursday, September 14
Felicia Gardella and the Warwick Historical Society will talk about the Hurricane of 1938 at Warwick Public Library Tuesday, September 19 at 7 p.m. Felicia has a personal connection to the …
Thursday, September 14
Toll Gate High School’s auditorium was filled to about three-quarters capacity for Tuesday’s school committee meeting, with the vast majority of those in attendance being teachers, and …
Thursday, September 14
Rhode Islanders gathered on Monday at the 9/11 memorial park in Oakland Beach to remember the lives lost in the deadliest terrorist attack in American history. The annual event, set up by state …
Thursday, September 14
Warwick got lucky Monday. While the horizon to the north was black, broken by lightening spikes with downpours flooding roads and homes in Johnston, Providence and Cranston just a few miles …
Thursday, September 14
As communities across Massachusetts and Rhode Island clean up after torrential rains and devastating flooding, AAA Northeast is offering motorists advice on how to avoid vehicular flood damage and …
Thursday, September 14
Representatives from approximately 40 organizations, as of Wednesday, will be in attendance at the Warwick Public Library on Sept. 28, to speak with new and long-term city residents. The …
Thursday, September 14
RECKLESS DRIVING Around 2:15 a.m., July 21, Warwick police officers on a RIPTIDE patrol on Interstate 95 North in the area of Exit 24 spotted a vehicle allegedly traveling 104 miles per hour. …
Thursday, September 14
Ten years ago, few people thought that the Rhode Island Military Organization (RIMO) lounge at T.F. Green Airport would last long, according to RIMO president and Ward 3 councilman Tim Howe. …
Thursday, September 14
The American Veterans Traveling Tribute’s (AVTT) Traveling Wall stopped in Warwick from Thursday to Monday, and was host to a ceremony on Friday afternoon paying tribute to those who died in …
Thursday, September 14
By JOHN HOWELL As the City Council weighs whether to release voter-approved bonding for new Pilgrim and Toll Gate High Schools on Sept. 18, questions will focus on the projected costs of the …
Thursday, September 14
Warwick School Superintendent Lynn Dambruch is mystified by reports that a group of teachers passed a vote of no confidence in her and Assistant Superintendent William McCaffrey last week and why …
Thursday, September 14
With conceptual drawings and engineering plans nearing competition, the administration is moving ahead with advertising for the naming rights of Mayor Frank Picozzi’s dream for a City Hall …
Thursday, September 14
After regaining its place as one of the state’s elite clubs last season, the Bishop Hendricken soccer team is back in action this fall and has jumped out to a 2-0 record, including getting a …
Thursday, September 14
The Pilgrim football team made a statement last week when it beat East Greenwich 6-0 in its non-league season opener. The teams were scoreless until two minutes were remaining in the fourth …
Thursday, September 14
The defending state champion Toll Gate girls soccer team picked up right where it left off last season by winning its first four games including two league matches. The Titans graduated 13 …
Thursday, September 14
The Warwick Beacon’s Athlete of the Week is Toll Gate soccer player Shinyu Vega. The sophomore striker is off to a blazing start as the defending champs sit at 4-0. Vega leads the team in goals …
Thursday, September 7
Georgia fugitive nabbed in Cranston pond Rhode Island State Police used a drone to find a fugitive from Georgia in a Cranston Pond. At 11:55 p.m. Tuesday, state troopers, with the …
Thursday, September 7
Family and friends turned out Monday at the Quonset Air National Guard Base to welcome home more than 100 airmen of the 143d Airlift Wing from their AFRICOM deployment. The airmen completed a …
Thursday, September 7
When pulled to the side of the road for no apparent reason, Barry Cook says he feels “intimidated” when a uniformed police officer approaches his door with his hand resting on his weapon. …
Thursday, September 7
Jim Palmisciano wants to give Rhode Islanders a new political party. Palmisciano, a graduate of Bishop Hendricken High School and Providence College, is chair of the Rhode Island Forward Party, …
Thursday, September 7
An executive summary provided by Ellana Construction Consultants shows the projected costs of building new high schools are higher than initially interpreted and portend heated deliberations on Sept. …
Thursday, September 7
It was a hot start for Warwick schools Tuesday unless it was Sherman, Warwick Neck and one of the schools with HVAC systems. “It’s very toasty,” said School Committee member …
Thursday, September 7
Samantha Moffat, Pilgrim Mary Centracchio, Pilgrim Colby Lavoie, Pilgrim Amanda Preston, Toll Gate Alina Jencks, Toll Gate Katie Motta, Toll Gate Player of the Year: Elizabeth Cavanagh, Pilgrim …
Thursday, September 7
Ronjai Francis, Hendricken Alex Morin, Hendricken Michael LaFlamme, Hendricken Jawin Bodden, Hendricken Jason Pilderian, Hendricken Jayden Falcone, Hendricken Oscar Weah, Hendricken Matt Santos, …
Thursday, September 7
Gianna Ramos, Pilgrim Amaya Coffie, Pilgrim Jenna Madden, Pilgrim Bri Simono, Toll Gate Amanda Preston, Toll Gate Sydnee Perreault, Toll Gate Player of the Year: Faith Meade, Pilgrim …
Thursday, September 7
Eze Wali, Hendricken Matt Brock, Hendricken Michael Paquette, Hendricken Devin Lynch, Hendricken Dylan Vale, Pilgrim Carter Clifton, Pilgrim Isaiah Price, Pilgrim Mason Link, Pilgrim Jackson …
Thursday, September 7
Kaleigh Catucci, Pilgrim Janelli Campos, Pilgrim Kayli Sherlock, Pilgrim Missy Lee, Pilgrim Brooke DiBenedetto, Toll Gate Kate Flanagan, Toll Gate Mary McNulty, Toll Gate …
Thursday, September 7
Cooper Weir, Hendricken Brian Garrepy, Hendricken Ben Warr, Hendricken Eli Kearns, Pilgrim Jack Eaton, Pilgrim Ayo Falano, Pilgrim Jayden Glover, Toll Gate Tyler Carpenter, Toll Gate Austin Scotti, …
Thursday, September 7
Gillian Brown, Pilgrim Dasani Stewart, Pilgrim Riley Bromage, Pilgrim Jenna Madden, Pilgrim Kara Yelman, Toll Gate Morgan Caianiello, Toll Gate Katie Pale, Toll Gate Alanna Pereira, Toll Gate …
Thursday, September 7
Shaelin Donovan, Toll Gate Emma Hindle, Toll Gate Adrianna Giovanelli, Toll Gate Julia Cutler, Toll Gate Maia Flynn, Pilgrim Michaela Fitzgerald, Pilgrim Sara Rega, Pilgrim Berdinie Delias, Pilgrim …
Thursday, September 7
Gianni Fontenault, Hendricken Brady Williams, Hendricken Andrew Chadwick, Hendricken Richie Cavanagh, Pilgrim Jackson Bromage, Pilgrim Lucas Hemond, Pilgrim Player of the Year: Ryan …
Thursday, September 7
Elizabeth Cavanagh, Pilgrim Alina Jencks, Toll Gate Lea Fortin, Toll Gate Delanie Wheeler, Toll Gate Morgan Caianiello, Toll Gate Player of the Year: Keira Ramsden, Pilgrim …
Thursday, September 7
Andrew Barboza, Hendricken Stephen Nardelli, Hendricken Ethan Pezzullo, Pilgrim Jacob Brennan, Pilgrim Ryan Barlow, Pilgrim Tyler Fuller, Pilgrim Griffin Taylor, Pilgrim Sean Mullaney, Toll Gate …
Thursday, September 7
Keaney Bayha, Pilgrim Tiffany Blanco, Pilgrim Kyle Lavoie, Pilgrim Alison Pankowicz, Toll Gate Vanessa Jones, Toll Gate Athlete of the Year: Dasani Stewart, Pilgrim Dasani …
Thursday, September 7
Carson Dean, Hendricken Damon Buchanon, Hendricken Jacob Coates, Hendricken Edmund Lok, Hendricken Anthony Manna, Hendricken Jack Moretta, Hendricken Elliot Gauvin, Hendricken Hunter Schobel, Pilgrim …
Thursday, September 7
Keith Daigneau, Hendricken Edmund Lok, Hendricken Jacob Coates, Hendricken Michael LaFlamme, Hendricken Brayton Gazerro, Hendricken Troy Silvestri, Hendricken Alex Pinheiro, Pilgrim Ian Bubar, …
Thursday, September 7
Alyssa Twomey, Pilgrim Keaney Bayha, Pilgrim Alison Pankowicz, Toll Gate Vanessa Jones, Toll Gate Delanie Wheeler, Toll Gate Athlete of the Year: Dasani Stewart, Pilgrim Dasani …
Thursday, September 7
Wilson Jablonski, Hendricken Keegan Tierney, Hendricken Evan McGregor, Hendricken Andrew Frezza, Hendricken Josh Breard, Hendricken Aidan Moreira, Hendrickenxxxxxxxx Ian Bubar, Pilgrim Jordan Lopes, …
Thursday, September 7
Kaleigh Catucci, Warwick Katie Ignagni, Warwick Gymnast of the Year: Riley Bromage, Warwick Riley Bromage enjoyed a big year this past winter season and would lead the Warwick …
Thursday, September 7
Nick Komari, Hendricken Aidan Weiss, Hendricken Jack Flynn, Hendricken Liam Berube, Hendricken John Maynard, Warwick Josh Maynard, Warwick Grant Meunier, Warwick Player of the Year: …
Thursday, September 7
Emily Newton, Pilgrim Tiffany Blanco, Pilgrim Savannah Pacheco, Pilgrim Hannah Smith, Pilgrim Liliana Daigneault, Pilgrim Alison Pankowicz, Toll Gate Runner of the Year: Keaney …
Thursday, September 7
Joe Church, Hendricken Braeden Campbell, Hendricken Colby Vital, Hendricken Caleb Sclama, Hendricken Justyn Murphy, Pilgrim Trevor O’Connor, Pilgrim Tyler Hunter, Toll Gate Tyrisse Volmar, Toll …
Thursday, September 7
Ayla Payley, Warwick Elizabeth Cavanagh, Warwick Hayley Clem, Warwick Georgia Feld, Warwick Mia Campbell, Warwick Player of the Year: Mary Centracchio, Warwick Mary Centracchio …
Thursday, September 7
William Cavanagh, Hendricken Nick Regine, Hendricken Andrew Smith, Hendricken Jack LaRose, Hendricken Aidan Pennacchini, Hendricken Ryan Barlow, Warwick Richie Cavanagh, Warwick Charlie Clements, …
Thursday, September 7
Damon Buchanon, Hendricken Tim Andrews, Hendricken Ryan Kornacki, Hendricken Matt Walden, Hendricken Aidan Curry, Hendricken Tristan Jordan, Hendricken Swimmer of the Year: Nick …
Thursday, September 7
Alyssa Moffat, Pilgrim Abigail Steinhilber, Pilgrim Madison Tatarian, Pilgrim Erin Cassady, Pilgrim Katelyn Watson, Toll Gate Swimmer of the Year: Oce Lowe, Toll Gate Toll …
Thursday, September 7
Genna D’Amato, Pilgrim Audra McDonnell, Pilgrim Gillian Brown, Pilgrim Marin Prest, Pilgrim Madison Wrench, Pilgrim Sophia Chevian, Pilgrim Sydnee Perreault, Toll Gate Katie Motta, Toll Gate …
Thursday, September 7
Braeden Campbell, Hendricken Griffin Crain, Hendricken Jack LaRose, Hendricken Ryan Thompson, Hendricken Frank Tillinghast, Hendricken Matt Jarmie, Hendricken Dylan Roberts, Pilgrim Henry Kearns, …
Thursday, September 7
Rocky Point Park will host the Traveling Vietnam Wall, an exhibit modeled after the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, DC, throughout the upcoming weekend. The wall will be open to the …
Thursday, September 7
Almost four months ago, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy released an 81-page advisory report titled “Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation,” putting a spotlight on a troubling …
Thursday, September 7
Rhode Island’s average gas price is down two cents from last week, averaging $3.73 per gallon. Tuesday’s price is the same as a month ago ($3.73), and 8 cents lower than Sept. 5, 2022 ). …
Thursday, September 7
The Rhode Island Foundation has selected 38 Rhode Island residents statewide , including four from Warwick to participate in its Equity Leadership Initiative (ELI). The goal is to build a …
Thursday, September 7
Editor’s Note : The following is a selection of posts Mayor Frank Picozzi made to his Facebook page over the last week. Some posts have been edited to include …
Thursday, September 7
Team Church of the Annunciation, which is made up of approximately 100 parishioners, is ready for the Greek Orthodox parish’s 37th Annual Three-Day Cranston Greek Festival that begins Friday …
Thursday, September 7
VNA of Care New England - Hospice has earned the (Strategic Healthcare Programs) SHP Best Hospice Superior Performer Caregiver Satisfaction Award for the calendar year 2022. The annual SHP …
Thursday, September 7
After serving 26 years with Mentor RI, with the last ten years as President and CEO, Jo-Ann Schofield is moving on, but she won’t be going all that far. In a letter to friends of the …
Thursday, September 7
Weekend Spotlight Sept. 7, Meadowlark Seniors Meetings will resume Thurs., Sept. 7, at 1:30 p.m. at Father O’Hara Hall in St. Kevin Church, 333 Sandy Lane Warwick. There …
Thursday, September 7
To the Editor The Mayor has announced a "Workshop" of the Harbor Management Commission for Tuesday, September 12th at the Sawtooth Building. 6:00 p.m. The Commission will open up its …
Thursday, September 7
To the Editor, My wife and I just spotted our 1st Bald Eagle soaring majestically above our backyard. It took 70 years, but it was worth the wait. We all breathe the …
Thursday, September 7
To the Editor, Parents are thinking the summer is over and its time for school supplies and new clothes. Kids are thinking where did the summer go, but excited to see old friends. Our …
Thursday, September 7
Jim, who I’ve known for years, and I stood in the warmth of the morning sun about 240 miles away from Warwick, which I suspect from his perspective is a crowded section of New England. …
Thursday, September 7
The City of Warwick will hold its annual remembrance ceremony Monday, September 11th at the 9/11 Memorial in Oakland Beach to commemorate the 22nd anniversary of the terrorist attacks. The …
Thursday, September 7
Warren A. Sherman Elementary School students gathered in the school’s front lawn to get their first look at their newly renovated home at a ribbon-cutting event held this past Thursday. …
Wednesday, September 6
People who said they had had alien experiences proved to be a major inspiration for Raina Smith’s fifth novel, “The Earth Consented.” Smith, a former news anchor for WPRI-12 …
Thursday, August 31
Once declared “Warwick’s youngest philanthropist,” Joey Alisch continues to give back. Joey began his charitable journey in 2006 at the age of 9, inspired by a Disney Channel …
Thursday, August 31
Glenn Meade one of the crew at First Student replaces a bracket to a mirror designed to give the driver a view of anything immediately in front of the bus. In response to questions about preparation …
Thursday, August 31
Dr. Tom Wold, DO, MS, Chief Medical Officer at Kent Hospital, will give a presentation on maintaining appropriate blood pressure levels at the Warwick Public Library on Tuesday, Sept. 12 at 6:30 p.m. …
Thursday, August 31
Editor’s Note : The following is a selection of posts Mayor Frank Picozzi made to his Facebook page over the last week. Some posts have been edited to include …
Thursday, August 31
The Johnston Indoor Recreation Center wrapped up its summer basketball tournament last week and also honored the late Dan Mazzulla during the championship game as well. The league hosts 24 teams …
Thursday, August 31
The Pilgrim football team is preparing for kickoff and has set the bar high as it returns a senior-heavy lineup. The Pats failed to reach the playoffs last year but enter the 2023 fall with …
Thursday, August 31
St. Mary & St. Mena Christian Orthodox Church was humming Sunday afternoon, the closing day of the 33rd Annual Egyptian Christian Festival. The church is located on Scituate Avenue in Hope. A …
Thursday, August 31
Rhode Island Second District Congressman Seth Magaziner visited CHILD, Inc. in West Warwick Tuesday to voice his strong opposition to House Republicans’ proposed education budget. The …
Thursday, August 31
To the Editor, On Monday, August 21st, the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM), to get good publicity, issued a press release which soon made news headlines that they were …
Thursday, August 31
To the Editor, When I was a child, we received education that included learning to know the difference between fiction and nonfiction, the difference between fact and tall tales. This new era …
Thursday, August 31
“See that?” Ben Block said pointing to an orange blob turning red at the center position in a sea of arrows that more or less formed a pattern from southeast. He handed over the …
Thursday, August 31
Sept. 5, Photographic Society of RI will hold its first meeting of their 96 th year on Tues., Sept. 5, at 6:30 p.m. as a social time and the meeting starts at 7 p.m. The program will have …
Thursday, August 31
People who said they had had alien experiences proved to be a major inspiration for Raina Smith’s fifth novel, “The Earth Consented.” Smith, a former news anchor for WPRI-12 …
Thursday, August 31
Activist and vocal critic of the administration Rob Cote, who was escorted from the July 17 Council meeting after barely uttering two sentences, may get the last word after all. On Monday, the …
Thursday, August 31
DROWNING According to a Warwick Police press release, the department is conducting a drowning investigation after a young boy lost his life. Around 11:37 a.m., Aug. 28, Warwick Police …
Thursday, August 31
The Rhode Island Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals recently hosted the Warwick Rotary Club for a pre-opening tour of its newly completed home at 155 Plan Way in Warwick. The building, …
Thursday, August 31
Highlighting the people of Warwick and their stories has become a passion for Scott Nerney- one that he finds particularly enjoyable. Nerney, who was born in Warwick, went to Warwick Veterans …
Thursday, August 31
A Narragansett-based company that has a 40 year history in restoring aging buildings, including lighthouses, has been selected to bring new life to a Warwick icon that is showing its age and visually …
Thursday, August 31
As students prepare to end their summer vacations, the Warwick School Department is ready to welcome them back. The administration projects an enrollment of 7,963 students on Sept. 5, …
Thursday, August 31
The City Council will get an overview of the latest cost projections to build two new high schools and long terms impact on city finances at its regularly scheduled meeting on Sept. 18. In an …
Thursday, August 24
“Even though you wouldn’t know,” Steve Gothberg said Friday of renovations nearing completion at Warwick Neck School, “it looks like a bomb went off.” It was an …
Thursday, August 24
U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse joined Care New England and hospital leadership to tour the construction site of the new Brown University Labor and Delivery Center and the …
Thursday, August 24
Chesterton Academy of Our Lady of Hope that acquired the former St. Francis of Assisi Church and School on Jefferson Boulevard for $1.6 million earlier this year will open with seminars and …
Thursday, August 24
The warning system conceived by Mayor Frank Picozzi and designed by Philip Carlucci, the city’s management information systems director, to warn people on Conimicut Point Park of the dangers of …
Thursday, August 24
An independent third look at the numbers basically confirms what school architects Saccoccio Associates have said all along that new Toll Gate and Pilgrim High Schools can be built for the $350 …
Thursday, August 24
It was a poor pun but US Senator Jack made it anyway last Thursday in announcing three grants totaling $4.37 million to enhance the city’s sewer infrastructure, build in environmental …
Thursday, August 24
Weekend Spotlight Aug. 24, Movies in the Park, on Thursday, Aug. 24, Movies in the Park, will present “Top Gun: Maverick” at Rocky Point Park, 1 Rocky Point Ave., Warwick. …
Thursday, August 24
In last week’s article regarding the Toll Gate cheerleading team’s car wash and bake sale, coach Kasey Murphy was incorrectly identified as “Kerry Murphy.” The Warwick Beacon …
Thursday, August 24
The Rhode Island Hockey Hall of Fame inducted its 2023 class last Saturday in Cranston and a handful of locals were enshrined for their impact on the local hockey scene. Below are those …
Thursday, August 24
The Bishop Hendricken football team enters the 2023 season in unusual territory after falling to rival La Salle in the state championship last November. It was the first in-state loss the Hawks …
Thursday, August 24
Two-time Emmy Award-Winning Actor Jeff Daniels (The Newsroom, The Purple Rose of Cairo, Gettysburg, Steve Jobs, Tears of Endearment, Dumb and Dumber) will narrate an upcoming documentary film …
Thursday, August 24
Growing up right off of Church Avenue, I have often passed by the large rock at the triangular intersection of Beach Avenue, Transit Street, and June Avenue. I never paid much mind, as it was simply …
Thursday, August 24
To the Editor, Picture yourself at a local coffee shop sitting with friends or family. The conversation shifts to local politics, and a consensus emerges: the government status quo seems …
Thursday, August 24
Clank…clank. It was a tapping of metal on something hard and not what I expected. It was close, …
Thursday, August 24
The twister churned the cemetery grounds, mixing earth and mighty trees and bending grave markers perpendicular to the souls interred beneath. The spinning winds struck Johnston where the town …
Thursday, August 24
Editor’s Note : The following is a selection of posts Mayor Frank Picozzi made to his Facebook page over the last week. Some posts have been edited to include additional information to give …
Thursday, August 24
Finance committee meetings are renowned for being lengthy and Monday’s meeting was anticipated to have a larger agenda than usual since the council meets only once in August. The committee …
Thursday, August 24
Eleanor Butterfield Dansereau has a reputation at Warwick Health Center where she has lived for the past several years of being a tease and coming up with the unexpected. She didn’t disappoint …
Thursday, August 24
Having just celebrated her 105th birthday, Jean Retelle, recreation director at the Kent Regency Nursing and Rehabilitation, can attest Ione Doell enjoys her butterscotch pudding and sweet treats. …
Thursday, August 24
The traveling Vietnam Wall that will be displayed at Rocky Point State Park from September 8 - 10 will be the topic at a Veterans Coffee Social at Warwick Public Library on Wednesday, August 30 …
Thursday, August 24
Trinity Repertory Company will hold children’s auditions for its 47th annual production of A Christmas Carol on Sept. 9. New England youth ages 8-12 can auditionfrom 9:00 am – 12:00 …
Thursday, August 24
Starting at 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 25, the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) will begin a series of four consecutive weekend lane closures of I-95 near Route 10/Exit 33 at the …
Thursday, August 24
Rob Cote is a regular at City Council meetings especially for the portion of the meeting when the public can address the council. But, the self appointed critic of city officials and Fire Department …
Thursday, August 24
Cranston Mayor Kenneth J. Hopkins expressed excitement yesterday and support for the pending formal announcement of Costco coming to Cranston. “After many months of speculation, …
Thursday, August 24
B&E Warwick Police recently reported an overnight Breaking and Entering incident at the Warwick Mall, 400 Bald Hill Road. Around 3:45 a.m. on Aug. 22, members of the Warwick Police …
Thursday, August 24
North Kingstown High junior Sarah Smith said she has loved her summer job at Morris Farm. She was found cutting sunflowers Saturday for the roadside stand that has been a fixture on Warwick Avenue …
Thursday, August 24
Most parents stop thinking about breastfeeding once their child is weaned but not Amanda Couture. Amanda, a Warwick mother of two, is a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor at the East Bay Community …
Thursday, August 24
By JOHN HOWELL It’s predictably difficult to find a parking place in front of Warwick Neck School. But this is summer and it’s Saturday. The parking lot is full. The front door to …
Thursday, August 17
Defenders of Animals Inc., which began a 45-year journey of caring for and defending the rights of animals in April of 1978, will hold its Homeless Animals Day/Candlelight Vigil and Humane Heroes …
Thursday, August 17
She was waiting for a table at Smokey Bones on Route 2 in Warwick with her family, when a waitress ran up to her “freaking out” and excitedly hugging her. The waitress then bent …
Thursday, August 17
With the wind turbines of Providence spinning in the background, I uneasily stepped off of the stable motorboat and into the rocking sailboat. For this assignment, I traded my business casual attire …
Thursday, August 17
There was a rather unique flurry of activity Sunday morning at two locations on Memorial Drive in Warwick. At each side of the roundabout rotary, two teenage girls waved pom poms and poster-size …
Thursday, August 17
The Flood Ford Auto baseball team would roll to a two-game state championship win over Coventry to win the Connie Mack title on Monday evening at McCarthy Field. It was a long time coming for …
Thursday, August 17
A few rain drops didn’t dampen attendance at the ice cream social Ward 7 Councilman and City Council President Steve McAllister hosted last Thursday at his home. He reported the Kay’s Ice …
Thursday, August 17
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC, an entity within the World Health Organization) recently announced that aspartame, a sugar substitute used in about 6,000 products worldwide, is …
Thursday, August 17
Rather than the road to hell being paved with good intentions, I suggest that the road to hell is paved with unexamined assumptions. In the case of RI Energy/PPL's proposal before the RI Public …
Thursday, August 17
The crisis affecting Rhode Island’s nursing homes continues to escalate, yet there is no response from State leaders. Within the last couple of months, one nursing home has closed, three …
Thursday, August 17
To the Editor, I read with disgust, the article entitled “Cote cries “Foul,” weighs free speech suit” and it’s time to tell the whole story. While it’s …
Thursday, August 17
If you’ve never been left outside in the cold without a place to go, or a bed to sleep in, consider yourself lucky. For an increasing amount (and an all-time record number of) Rhode Islanders, …
Thursday, August 17
The Potter League for Animals will hold a Low-Cost Vaccine & Microchip Clinic, Wednesday, August 23rd, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Potter League Animal Care & Adoption Center located at 87 …
Thursday, August 17
Bed Bath & Beyond is liquidating in bankruptcy nationwide in a shutdown that includes Warwick’s Bald Hill Road Bed Bath & Beyond. The Warwick store and all other locations of the chain …
Thursday, August 17
Dr. Alan Post will talk about meditation how it can make you happier, healthier, and smarter at the Warwick Public Library on Wednesday, August 23 at 7 p.m. Research shows that meditation has …
Thursday, August 17
Matt Trimble, president and CEO of Saint Elizabeth Community based in East Greenwich was elected chairman of the board of CareLink at the organization’s annual meeting recently at the Pawtucket …
Thursday, August 17
STAND-OFF On July 28, around 11:30 p.m., Warwick Police were called to the area of the Walmart on Post Road following reports of an erratic driver. Police identified the driver as Richard …
Thursday, August 17
Imagine getting a call from your son or daughter’s principal that your child has accessed information on the web on how to commit suicide. Anne Seisel, who retired this year from the …
Wednesday, August 16
CCRI professor and director of the college’s Dental Assisting Program Kerri H. Friel, of Warwick, was recently elected to the Board of Directors of the Dental Assisting National Board (DANB), …
Wednesday, August 16
The city is petitioning for a Federal Aviation Administration review of its approval of plans to build a $100 million air cargo facility to replace operations along Airport Road even though it has …
Thursday, August 10
The Warwick FireFighters Soccer Club recently unveiled the recipients of the annual scholarships handed out alongside the Elanna Zuller Memorial Sports Fund and the Gianna Cirella Memorial Fund. …
Thursday, August 10
A Shot For Life is excited to announce the roster of our third annual A Shot For Life Challenge in Rhode Island. The A Shot For Life Challenge will be on August 12th . Thanks to their continued …
Thursday, August 10
The Warwick Tree Post junior Legion team had a solid showing at regionals this past weekend at McCarthy Field as it went 1-1 overall. Tree Post took on New York in the first round and was tied …
Thursday, August 10
Learn about your Social Security benefits and when to take them at the Warwick Public Library on Wednesday, August 16 at 6:30 p.m. Join Cheryl Tudino from the Social Security Administration will talk …
Thursday, August 10
Rhode Island’s average gas price is up seven cents from last week, averaging $3.73 per gallon. Monday’s price is .22 cents higher than a month ago, and .57 cents lower than Aug. 7, 2022. …
Thursday, August 10
In recent times this location at 2247 West Shore Road was known as the Tullamore Tavern. NES Groups and NES Groups Architects added a tower to give the original building a new lighthouse look, gutted …
Thursday, August 10
Editor’s note: The following is a selection of posts Mayor Frank Picozzi made to his Facebook page over the past week. The posts have been edited to include additional pertinent …
Thursday, August 10
To the Editor, We’re Noble Owl, a Rhode Island nonprofit working for a better future, and we have a plan to lower energy prices and bring more revenue to Warwick. Our idea is based on …
Thursday, August 10
To the Editor: Why is Sheldon Whitehouse being so selective? According to columnist Ian Donnis, Senator Whitehouse is concerned about the Supreme Court. He decries the supposed …
Thursday, August 10
We’re a city, but we’re also a town, a small town. There are those who would say otherwise. With more than 80,000 residents Warwick is probably the state’s second largest city, …
Thursday, August 10
A Shot For Life is excited to announce the roster of our third annual A Shot For Life Challenge in Rhode Island. The A Shot For Life Challenge will be on August 12th . Thanks to their continued …
Thursday, August 10
Word that fire had destroyed the Governor Francis home of Jack Silberman and his family spread quickly as did the offers to help. Here Evie Deming, Greta Jarvis and Molly Brown sell lemonade from a …
Thursday, August 10
Just after lunch on January 17, 2017, Jack Wrenn, a PhD student at the time, wandered around parts of Brown University’s campus where he “shouldn’t be” with his friend who …
Thursday, August 10
“Merry Christmas!” The speaker, a young girl, was greeting Stephanie Van Patten, who laughed and replied “Happy New Year!” The girl took some candy and left the rest for …
Thursday, August 10
It was July 28, and four teachers sat in an otherwise empty room. Make no mistake however, they were hard at work teaching. Ever since Warwick high schools introduced a virtual summer school …
Thursday, August 10
There are picnics then there’s the Rhode Island Association of Elks Annual 365 Outing. After all, how many cookouts have 1,700 plus guests, 160 volunteers, special appearances by the Rhode …
Thursday, August 10
The Carolyn Dutra Dance Studio held its yearly show at the Garden City Gazebo on Tuesday August 1. Starting at 6 p.m., about 35 dancers from ages three to 16 performed for the audience separated into …
Thursday, August 10
To submit your news from The Buzz to: Ida at idaz@rhodybeat.com. This includes virtual events, which should be submitted two to three weeks ahead of the event. Can include community events, …
Thursday, August 10
Warwick Public Library’s central branch was home to an unusual sigh last Wednesday: a miniature kitchen, complete with fresh ingredients and a blender. Rhode Island Community Food Bank was …
Thursday, August 10
A few rain drops didn’t dampen the spirits, or the fundraising effort to support three animal rescue groups, as House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi held his third annual scramble Monday at …
Thursday, August 10
RECKLESS DRIVING At 8:57 p.m., Warwick Police Officer Connor R. Bemis was traveling south on Interstate 95 when he spotted a vehicle speed past “at an excessive rate of speed at such a …
Thursday, August 10
Bruce Fairbanks, who has lived in Nausauket overlooking Apponaug Cove for more than 40 years, says he has an ideal vantage to watch weather systems as they move across the city. He’s taken in …
Thursday, August 10
The ACLU of Rhode Island is weighing whether to represent Warwick activist Rob Cote in an action against the City Council for denying him his rights to the freedom of speech after being cut off by …
Thursday, August 10
In a complaint filed Tuesday in Superior Court, Debra J. Shatley, president of the Oakland Beach Real Estate Owners Association (OBREOA), claims that Ward 6 Councilwoman Donna Travis, her husband …
Thursday, August 10
Mayor Frank Picozzi and Warwick School Committee Chair David Testa have been on good terms throughout their respective careers as municipal leaders. That may change. When the School Committee …
Thursday, August 3
Aug. 4, Disco Fever Dance will be hosted by Bee in Motion Dance on Friday, Aug. 4 from 7 – 9 p.m. at the Portuguese Holy Ghost Society, 11 Ventura St., West Warwick. $6pp. For more …
Thursday, August 3
“There’s nothing that can hold us back!” Bob “Bubba” Hazelwood mused last Thursday night after rain forced the Oakland Beach Firemen’s Club Corn Hole League final …
Thursday, August 3
The Warwick Tree Post junior team reached the Final Four of the playoffs last week at Ray Silva Field and will be competing this weekend at the same spot in the regional tournament, which will host …
Thursday, August 3
The annual CJ Buckley Memorial Regatta made its return to East Greenwich Bay earlier this week, hitting another milestone as this year’s event marked its 20th competition. CJ was a …
Thursday, August 3
I don’t know about you, but I can’t bear to watch those television commercials sponsored by the ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals).The sights and sounds of …
Thursday, August 3
The July 20 edition, right on this page, there was an interesting exchange. First, there was a “complaint letter” about another letter that appeared in other papers racist …
Thursday, August 3
To the Editor, When it comes to both elections and ethics government panels no party should be overrepresented. Over partisan representation can call the objectivity of those type boards …
Thursday, August 3
To The Editor, Again the Performing Arts Department of Bishop Hendricken High School exceeded expectations with the Summer Stage performance of “Something Rotten” by Wayne and Karey …
Thursday, August 3
Warwick has some great neighborhood watchdogs. Well, watchdog isn’t entirely correct, since the people I’ve meet over the years don’t just bark when something raises their hackles, …
Thursday, August 3
Steve Stycos has seen some changes in his 13-year tenure as manager of Westbay Farm. The Beacon recently asked Stycos, the only permanent employee at a farm otherwise run by volunteers, whether …
Thursday, August 3
When Anthony Tomaselli talks about painting in the zone, it’s like a canvas materializes in the air in front of him. He’s in his studio desk chair at the Providence Art Club, but his …
Thursday, August 3
The Community College of Rhode Island will hold its next Open Enrollment Day Friday, August 4 from 9 am–12 pm at the college’s Liston Campus in Providence. Open Enrollment Days offer …
Thursday, August 3
While students in Warwick Public Schools will go back to school on September 6, the district has spent the summer making preparations for the upcoming academic year. For the 2023-34 school year, …
Thursday, August 3
Movies in the Park has announced Top Gun: Maverick as its final film of the summer, coming Thursday, August 24. The film, which stars Tom Cruise, is a surprise departure from the event’s …
Thursday, August 3
Timing can be serendipitous, and that’s what happened last week at Palmer Industries on Cypress Street. Jeff Nelson, owner and CEO of the company, that is the country’s largest …
Thursday, August 3
Rhode Island Youth Theatre presents Disney's Frozen Jr. at 7:00 this Friday, August 4th and Saturday, August 5th at Warwick Veterans Middle School, located at 2402 West Shore Road in Warwick. The …
Thursday, August 3
FRAUD On July 23, Johnston Police took custody of a Warwick man wanted on fraud-related charges. Around 7:40 p.m., June 1, a woman walked into Johnston Police Headquarters in reference to a …
Thursday, August 3
Clouds Hill Victorian House Museum offers visitors “a portal to the past,” but its heating system could use a portal to the 21st century. The museum, an estate built between 1872 and …
Thursday, August 3
In a race against time, Mayor Frank Picozzi has retained Steven M. Taber, who was instrumental in crafting a an agreement with the Rhode Island Airport Corporation leading to an extended runway at …
Thursday, July 27
Local players from the Warwick Freedom Men’s Softball League played with a special purpose this past summer season as they honored the late Gerry Habershaw. Habershaw, who was a longtime …
Thursday, July 27
Tuesday was a whopper of a news day for Boston sports which is unusual in the summer. Although I had a few topics to touch on, there was just too much national news to chew on that broke. Here …
Thursday, July 27
By ALEX SPONSELLER The Warwick PAL Connie Mack baseball team is approaching its final regular season games and is gearing up for the playoffs that begin next week. PAL sat at 6-4 heading into …
Thursday, July 27
The Warwick North Little League senior softball team is continuing its hot streak this summer as it won its first four games of the regional tournament in Massachusetts. The team is now just two wins …
Thursday, July 27
“We got what we were hoping for,” said Anabel Vázquez Rodríguez, artist, curator and professor, as they walked through the Constructed Prisms exhibit at the Warwick Center …
Thursday, July 27
Wave Federal Credit Union’s first CEO Splash for the ALS Association took place at the credit union’s main office in Warwick on July 19th. David P. Dupéré, President and …
Thursday, July 27
To the Editor, On Monday July 17th Rob Cote was asked to leave the Council Chambers by acting Council President Donna Travis. Rob did nothing but step up to the mic and begin his …
Thursday, July 27
To the Editor: “Everybody talks about the weather, but nobody does anything about it.” Until recent times, that familiar quotation remained an amusing truism. But then along …
Thursday, July 27
“Go down there, see what it’s like, get a feel for the place.” I wasn’t sure what I was asking Atul Thyvalappil to do was registering. I had no idea what he would write, …
Thursday, July 27
The Beach Avenue overlook in Conimicut offers a view of the Providence River from Fields Point in Providence to Conimicut Light and Narragansett Bay. Here a pair take in the sights on a recent summer …
Thursday, July 27
July 26 Last night a resident sent me these photos, this was happening to her street. Fortunately, I saw the message and I called our Highway Chief and he sent someone to mark the area with …
Thursday, July 27
Through an unassuming door on the side of 2699 Post Road lies a world of color. When she was 15, Renee Metro’s art teacher took copper foil from the materials closet. “Do …
Thursday, July 27
Summer Stage at Bishop Hendricken High School presents Something Rotten!, a hilarious mash-up of sixteenth-century Shakespeare and twenty-first-century Broadway, from July 27-30 at the Dr. Daniel S. …
Thursday, July 27
Virgilio Silva is a fan of Mickey Mouse. He hasn’t counted, but he estimates he must have 1,000 of them with the smallest being less than an inch – to the robot Mickey Mouse he created …
Thursday, July 27
On Sunday, Aug. 13, it’s time again for Rock N Jock Charities’ 23rd annual two-day event at the Crowne Plaza, Warwick. The organization helps raise money to fight illnesses, …
Thursday, July 27
Rhode Island’s average gas price is up two cents from last week, averaging $3.53 per gallon. Monday’s price was one cent higher than a month ago , and .96 cents lower than July 24, 2022. …
Thursday, July 27
July 22, The Prout Class of 1973 will hold its 50th reunion on Saturday, July 22, at 12 p.m., at The Prout School, 4640 Tower Hill Road in South Kingstown. All 1973 graduates are cordially …
Thursday, July 27
Jonathan Walker has been promoted to Director of Sports Sales within the Rhode Island Sports Commission (RISC), a division of the Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau. Walker, who …
Thursday, July 27
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) has announced the nonprofit organizations to benefit from Blue across Rhode Island, the company’s signature day of service in which …
Thursday, July 27
There was nothing but applause for the state’s Congressional delegation, and in particular Senator Jack Reed, for securing two federal Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and …
Thursday, July 27
“Everything is good to go,” Captain Robert Hart said yesterday. “It’s full speed ahead.” After the potential of a nationwide Teamster Union strike was resolved, the …
Thursday, July 27
DUI At 1:21 a.m., June 9, Warwick Police Officer Connor W. Craig was on routine patrol in the area of Hoxsie Four Corners when he spotted a vehicle enter the intersection “at a high rate …
Thursday, July 27
What’s better than an ice cream sundae on a summer afternoon? Those at the Pilgrim Senior Center Thursday afternoon were afforded such a treat thanks to the Scandinavian Communities. Center …
Thursday, July 27
Within a month the City Council could have another estimate of what it would cost to build new Pilgrim and Toll Gate high schools. City Planner Tom Kravitz has hammered out an agreement with …
Thursday, July 27
The July 14th deadline has come and gone, and United States General Service Administration (GSA) Spokesman Paul Hughes says “over a dozen” parties have expressed interest in Warwick Neck …
Thursday, July 27
St. Catherine Church that has been a part of Apponaug Village since 1917 was recently sold by the Diocese of Providence to Bluth, LLC for $1 million. Matt Tonning, who manages Bluth alongside …
Thursday, July 27
“It keeps me awake at night,” said Mayor Frank Picozzi Monday morning. Picozzi was referring to the death of Yoskarly Martinez, a 10-year-old girl who drowned at Conimicut Point …
Thursday, July 27
Fifteen Rhode Island College student-athletes were named to the 2023 Little East Conference Spring All-Academic team as announced by the league office. BASEBALL: David Iannuccilli (Johnston, R.I.), …
Friday, July 21
Sarah McKeon, one of 85 children enrolled in the Building Blocks Child Care program operating from Warwick Central Baptist Church in Apponaug enjoys her splash moment from an inflatable slide on the …
Friday, July 21
To the Editor, I never met Ollie, but always looked forward to John Howell’s stories of this lovable little creature in his Thursday column. Tales of Ollie’s joie de vivre, the …
Friday, July 21
Troup 1, Conimicut, recently returned after a week encampment at Camp Yawgoog Scout Reservations Adventureland earning 51 awards and advancements. From the Advancement Program: 2 …
Friday, July 21
Mayor Frank Picozzi disclosed Tuesday that an agreement has been worked out with former City Council President Steven Merolla, at no cost to the city, that will enable him to remain on the …
Friday, July 21
Visit the north end of Gaspee Point this week and you’ll likely find some stakes, standing six inches above the sand, with tape strung between them into a 40 foot wide grid. You …
Friday, July 21
Warwick Police responded to a fatal drowning incident at Conimicut Point Beach on Thursday, July 13, around 9:48 p.m. Members of the Warwick Police and Fire departments were called to the area …
Thursday, July 20
#1 - Svetlana Stepanova Svetlana Stepanova, is Valedictorian of Toll Gates Class of 2023, a distinction that didn’t come without hard work and dedication. Her time was not only spent …
Thursday, July 20
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport (PVD) has been selected as one of the Top Ten Domestic Airports in the Travel + Leisure “World’s Best Awards” based on readers’ …
Thursday, July 20
The Housing Network of Rhode Island and Homes RI, a multi-sector housing advocacy coalition, are pleased to see the General Assembly’s continued emphasis on housing reflected in key legislative …
Thursday, July 20
With a bulldozer in the background, six shovels stuck out of an uncovered patch of dirt. Six indigenous veterans sprinkled tobacco where the shovels met the earth. As a flute played, they dug …
Thursday, July 20
It was a dark and stormy night…uncertainty hung heavily in the air. Would the Save the Bay swim go on as planned the following morning? Lightning illuminated the house and thunder rattled the …
Thursday, July 20
It’s called Cornhole and is played everywhere; even televised on national networks such as ESPN, college campuses, neighborhood bars, social and fraternal clubs and in people’s backyards, …
Thursday, July 20
For the third time in as many years, the Warwick Pal Babe Ruth baseball team captured the state championship to punch its ticket to the upcoming regional tournament in Massachusetts. The PAL …
Thursday, July 20
The Rhode Island Shellfisherman’s Association distributed 150 quart Igloo coolers to 40 quahoggers this week thanks to a Local Agriculture and Seafood Act $5,200 grant. Michael McGiveney, …
Thursday, July 20
Congressman Seth Magaziner said Monday morning “there are few, if any, state agencies that are as well run as RISLA.” The compliment was able to be directly received by Rhode Island …
Thursday, July 20
Don Dunning of Warwick is always on the lookout for a good buy – or, for that matter, a free handout if people are looking to rid themselves of something – that he can turn around and …
Thursday, July 20
J uly 22, Craft Show will be held on Saturday, July 22 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., 560 Tiogue Avenue. Over 25 vendors. Various raffles. 50/50 Raffle. To benefit the BNL Elite …
Thursday, July 20
Following in the wake of Astro Movers of New England that moved Sherman School out of its temporary home at the former Gorton Junior High School and back into Sherman, the school department custodial …
Thursday, July 20
Jody King of Oakland Beach was the first to sound the alarm. He texted Thursday afternoon at about 5 p.m. Was I seeing swarms of dragonflies, because they were invading the Beach? I …
Thursday, July 20
Archaeologist Charlotte Taylor will give a presentation on Rhode Island shipwrecks at the Warwick Public Library on Wednesday, August 2 at 7 p.m. The first recorded shipwreck in …
Thursday, July 20
The Warwick Teachers Union and the Warwick School Committee have reached a one-year contract through the end of August 2024 giving teachers in all steps a 1.25% pay increase. Starting teacher …
Thursday, July 20
“I’d like to congratulate Councilwoman (Donna) Travis for another front page of the Providence Journal,” Rob Cote said while holding up a copy of the newspaper during the beginning …
Thursday, July 20
By JOHN HOWELL After more than 25 years of being told they would get sewers, the first of 900 Bayside property owners will be able to flush a toilet, take a shower, do a load of laundry and push …
Thursday, July 20
“When I wear the uniform, I’m Greene,” Paul Bourget said, dressed head to toe in a Union uniform to speak to the Warwick Rotary Club on Thursday July 13. Bourget, born and …
Thursday, July 20
The dream of City Centre was a place where the confluence of modes of transportation – rail, air and highway – would attract office, retail, hotels and some resident development for young …
Wednesday, July 19
There were so many fire apparatus at the Crowne Plaza last week that one would have thought it was a 50 alarm fire. The good thing: there was no smoke and no fire. But there was lots of …
Wednesday, July 19
The Warwick North softball seniors put on a clinic in the RI State Championship series last week when they topped Tiverton in back to back games to advance to this weekend’s regional tournament …
Monday, July 17
According to TSA New England Spokesman Daniel D. Velez, TSA officers at Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport screened an average of 6,240 passengers each day in the weekend leading up to …
Monday, July 17
As scientists around the world sound the alarm about record sea surface temperatures, a new experimental NOAA forecast system predicts that half of the global ocean may experience marine heatwave …
Monday, July 17
Within his decades-long career as a teacher and principal, Rick Deutsch, 75 of Warwick realized that “good tutors were hard to come by.” He took matters into his own hands, opening …
Thursday, July 13
Warwick resident Sarah Roberts stands in the middle of an echoey big-box retail shop and looks for help from an experienced salesclerk. She is actually looking for just about ANYONE who can …
Thursday, July 13
Next to her family, there are two things that Chris Peabody loves more than anything: the people of Rhode Island and a good holiday theme! If you want to know what is happening in our little …
Thursday, July 13
To the Editor, The Reverend Harry Rix has some ridiculous things to say about racism and the history of our nation(“Neglected matters of law”, July 6). In his letter, Rix makes …
Thursday, July 13
To the Editor, Along with additional forts and other military installations, the federal government is in the process of changing the names of Forts Bragg and Bennington. Given that these …
Thursday, July 13
To the Editor, It was first odd, then startling to see that The Cranston Herald chose, for its edition that includes 4 July, a letter espousing Christian nationalism (August 6.29.23) and another …
Thursday, July 13
To the Editor, More and more older beach people in Rhode Island are watching as real estate agents circle their homes like birds of prey, looking for dead fish. They're getting the phone …
Thursday, July 13
How clumsy. I was slicing left over steak from a couple of nights ago to make a sandwich when I knocked the cutting board and a slice flew to the floor. Normally I wouldn’t need to pick it …
Thursday, July 13
Nobody said it was going to be easy. With the commencement of a bonafide hunt for the Gaspee off Namquid Point last year to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the burning of the British …
Thursday, July 13
GRADE 9 HIGH HONORS Matthew Amitrano, Zoe Anderson, Hana Angel, Chloe Atwood, Angelina Ayriyan, Dominick Berry, Michael Bessette, Michael Bevilacqua, Haley Blake, Tiffany Blanco, Dylan …
Thursday, July 13
Notice is hereby given that a public informational meeting will be held, and a vote may be taken at the City of Warwick, Sawtooth Annex Community Room, 65 Centerville Road, Warwick, RI, on Wednesday, …
Thursday, July 13
The Warwick Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment Lisa Schultz is out to spread good school news. Schultz is excited about K-8 math and reading scores that contrary to national …
Thursday, July 13
An amendment to the disclose regulations of candidates for public office brought to light by local activist Rob Cote during the 2020 mayoral campaign was signed into law on June 26 by Governor …
Thursday, July 13
The Warwick Police Explorer Program has launched the recruitment process for the September 2023 through June 2024 season. This program is for 14-20 year-old RI residents, who work hard, are of …
Thursday, July 13
Two recent high school graduates were the recipients of $5,000 Robert O. Pare College Scholarships awarded by the Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation. Pare served in a variety of roles including …
Thursday, July 13
US Coast Guard Station Point Judith was the scene of a Coast Guard change-of-command ceremony Friday, July 29th. Hall assumed the duties and responsibilities as Commanding Officer of the Civil …
Thursday, July 13
Rhode Island’s average gas price is down two cents from last week, averaging $3.50 per gallon. Monday’s price was the same as a month ago, and $1.22 lower than July 10, 2022.. Rhode …
Thursday, July 13
Governor Dan McKee asked campers at the Oakland Beach branch of the Warwick Boys and Girls Clubs July 5 what they wanted to learn when they’re not in school. The kids answered with a range of …
Thursday, July 13
Hear that sound? It is all the buzz on what is happening this month! Want to buzz about your next outing? What about a fundraiser or club meeting? Share the love! Send your event information to: Ida …
Thursday, July 13
POSSESSION Around 6 p.m., June 8, Warwick Police Officer Connor R. Bemis was on a fixed post along Airport Road near Senator Street. He spotted a red Volvo in the right lane traveling west at a …
Thursday, July 13
The Rocky Point Blueberry Farm opened Thursday with no shortage of pickers looking to begin the season that lasts about six weeks as eight varieties of berries ripen at different times. Farm owner …
Thursday, July 13
Route 37 opened in 1965 at the height of the highway-building boom. In total it was a three and a half mile stretch of pavement through mostly non-residential land from …
Thursday, July 13
Last year drivers didn’t find what they had hoped to find when they spent almost two weeks in the waters off Gaspee Point. But the search for the British schooner Gaspee that was set afire off …
Thursday, July 13
Mark Russell raised his right hand to display his gold Class of 1973 Holy Cross ring. It’s not what the media expected from the man who was instrumental in bringing the traveling wall, a …
Thursday, July 13
Although details were not released, the Warwick School Committee approved a one-year teachers’ contract starting next month at its meeting Tuesday. Committee Chairman David Testa said …
Thursday, July 13
Griffin Taylor #1 Valedictorian of Pilgrims Class of 2023, Griffin Taylor, spent his high school years soaking up every moment of it whether playing sports, tutoring, or exploring his passion …
Thursday, July 13
The Albert “Cookie” DeLory Memorial Golf Tournament’s popularity recently surfaced like never before. So much, in fact, the organizing committee was overwhelmed when in only …
Thursday, July 13
Bishop Hendricken standout pitcher Alex Clemmey was selected by the Cleveland Guardians in the second round of the MLB Draft on Sunday night, 58th overall. It was a long-anticipated selection for …
Thursday, July 13
The Warwick Continental American and Warwick North Little League All-Stars continue to grind through their District III tournaments, with the championship coming in the next few days to determine …
Thursday, July 13
Bishop Hendricken standout pitcher Alex Clemmey saw his dream become a reality late Sunday night when the Cleveland Guardians selected him in the second round, 58th overall, of the Major League …
Thursday, July 13
Sometimes the next installment of a creative endeavor takes longer than expected. Life can get in the way along with all the obstacles that come with it. With this being said, when it comes to …
Thursday, July 13
St. Peter School recently posted its third trimester honor roll for students grade 6 to 8. Earning high honors in Grade six were Cayden Dos Santos, Ella Esteves, Francis Jepson and Siera …
Thursday, July 13
On Monday evening June 19, 2023, Rhode Island Active Toastmaster’s held their officer elections during their June meeting, for the upcoming Toastmaster’s year starting on July 1st and …
Thursday, July 13
More than a year and a half after it closed because of mold and the decision was made to fully address all renovations to Sherman School, the school is nearing completion. School Department director …
Thursday, July 13
For 36 years, the Rhode Island Youth Theatre, formerly Fantasy Works, has been a pillar in the state and local community, bringing theater alive to more than 20,000 young people with six ending up at …
Wednesday, July 12
Full essay at Dr. Bostom’s blog: https://www.andrewbostom.org/2023/06/hard-objective-covid-19-data-are-not-claims-educating-cub-reporter-dana-richie/ Cub reporter , and Brown …
Monday, July 3
Motorcycle Vs. Pole A motorcycle crashed into a utility pole at Main Avenue and Trinity Street in Warwick. Warwick Police responded to the scene around 1:27 p.m. on Tuesday, June 27. They …
Thursday, June 29
The Warwick Beacon’s Athletes of the Week are North Little Leaguers Bryce Merrill (above) and Liam Suave (below). Merrill received North’s annual Sherlock Award while Suave nabbed the …
Thursday, June 29
The Warwick Tree Post American Legion baseball team has gotten off to a 1-5 start this summer but is looking to turn things around in short order. Although the record is not pretty, Tree Post …
Thursday, June 29
St. Peter’s Vacation Bible School continues to reach to new heights. From firing vinegar-and-baking-soda rockets to dressing up as Bible characters, there’s plenty of fun in store …
Thursday, June 29
I could hear her frustration and annoyance. It wasn’t the words so much, although without them there wouldn’t have been a story. Rather, it was the cadence of the words and the tone in …
Thursday, June 29
In preparation for the Sept. 5 start of the fall semester, the Community College of Rhode Island held open enrollment Monday morning on its Knight Campus, with attendees ranging from young-faced high …
Thursday, June 29
Hear that sound? It is all the buzz on what is happening this month! Want to buzz about your next outing? What about a fundraiser or club meeting? Share the love! Send your event information to: Ida …
Thursday, June 29
It’s not just Cranston. Search Google for “What are they building with those giant poles?” and you’ll find confused citizens all the way from Fishers, Indiana, to …
Thursday, June 29
A program projected to save taxpayers $3.5 million over the next ten years has been implemented with little notice paid residents and without major complication. The sole issue raised by the …
Thursday, June 29
A snake with mysterious origins is growing longer by the day at the corner of Strawberry Field Road and Elmore Street. That’s were “Jake the Snake” is lounging. Jake is made of …
Thursday, June 29
By JOHN HOWELL An ordinance that would have updated the city’s Harbor Management Plan and virtually wiped out the local shellfishing industry and most of the city’s marinaswas …
Thursday, June 29
Built as a high school in 1934, converted into a junior school during the boom years when Warwick school enrollment soared to nearly 20,000 and then closed in 2017 when enrollment steadily declined …
Wednesday, June 28
The RI Hockey Hall of Fame has announced that, for the first time, the 12 members of the RI All-State Boys & Girls Hockey Teams will be honored on stage at the Hall’s annual Enshrinement …
Wednesday, June 28
STORY OF THE WEEK: The troubled March trip to Philadelphia by two Rhode Island officials continues to make waves. Following revelations, via ProJo, about a January lunch at the Capital Grill that …
Wednesday, June 28
Editor’s note: Author of the Meeting with Mike column highlighting local personalities appearing in these pages turns his pen to a pet peeve as we prepare to celebrate Independence Day. …
Wednesday, June 28
If ignorance is bliss…why do certain critics seem so angry?? I have watched the Warwick government for three decades now and I’ve witnessed a lot of good decisions and a few …
Wednesday, June 28
To the Editor, I've enjoyed Mr. Fowler's reviews over the years, even if it was for a film or local play I wouldn't normally see (and on rare occasion went to see because of the review). …
Wednesday, June 28
The ringing of the jingle bells Monday signaled the beginning of story time. Toddlers excitedly waddled into the room, their parents following. The Warwick Public Library’s “Find …
Wednesday, June 28
Grammy-nominated songstress Sophie B. Hawkins, who has been tugging at heartstrings for decades with her poetic lyrics and captivatingly vocals will be performing in the Updike Room of the iconic …
Wednesday, June 28
Rhode Island House Speaker Joe Shekarchi, in an address to the Rotary Club of Warwick on Thursday afternoon, balanced touting the accomplishments achieved with last year’s especially large $500 …
Wednesday, June 28
According to a code red message sent to Warwick residents sent by Mayor Picozzi last Wednesday this year’s tax bills have been on-line and payable since Monday, but the paper copies are still …
Thursday, June 22
The boys and girls of BSA Troops 7 and 77 of Buttonwoods embarked on a journey to remember to Gettysburg, Pennsylvania during Memorial Day weekend. For three unforgettable days, these scouts …
Thursday, June 22
Park maintenance, the speed of village traffic, raking of the beach, dead trees and the red tape it takes to open a new business were all questions Mayor Frank Picozzi fielded when addressing the …
Thursday, June 22
The General Assembly approved legislation, sponsored by Rep. David A. Bennett and Sen. Joshua Miller, to ban restaurants from using polystyrene foam, commonly called Styrofoam, for food packaging or …
Thursday, June 22
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) implemented summer service changes effective Saturday, June 17. RIPTA makes regular service adjustments three times a year in response to seasonal …
Thursday, June 22
The Pilgrim softball team’s Division I playoff run ended last Wednesday when it fell 4-1 to Bay View in the losers’ bracket final at Rhode Island College. The Bengals were led by …
Thursday, June 22
"You might be writing about my grandson’s baseball career someday,” the late Don Mezzanotte said to me about 15 years ago - back when I was a Providence Journal sportswriter. At the …
Thursday, June 22
By most accounts, it’s a dying art. Not the part of making jewelry (costume and semi-precious) by hand. The part about making Native American jewelry from wampum by hand. …
Thursday, June 22
Legislation sponsored by House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi (2023-H 6060A) and Senator Mark P. McKenney (2023-S 1053A) to create a court calendar dedicated to housing and land use was passed by the …
Thursday, June 22
Questions abounded when a two story structure recently emerged from a vacant lot across from Iggy’s in Oakland Beach. The 16 by 32 foot two story building will be used by Iggy’s for …
Thursday, June 22
FUGITIVE FROM JUSTICE Around 3:15 p.m., April 22, Warwick Police were dispatched to Best Buy, 24 Universal Boulevard, to investigate a report of “suspicious individuals.” Loss …
Thursday, June 22
The General Assembly approved legislation (2023-S 1099, 2023-H 5108A) sponsored by Sen. Tiara Mack and Rep. Joseph J. Solomon, Jr. which would increase the amount of costs for repairs that a tenant …
Thursday, June 22
One of our most important duties as elected officials is to thoughtfully allocate state resources to move Rhode Island forward. This year the legislature heard hundreds of hours of public testimony …
Thursday, June 22
There’s nothing easy about end of life decisions for pets. I couldn’t help but think of that after visiting my sister and hearing of the final days for Tucker, her beloved dog of 14 …
Thursday, June 22
Cost-of-living adjustments (colas) were taken from the members of the Employees’ Retirement System of Rhode Island (ERSRI) in 2011. A number of bills concerning cola restoration were …
Thursday, June 22
The historical Gaspee Day Parade is an event more than half a century old. Held in a historical area of Warwick, it has been an event that is anticipated by young and old for years. …
Thursday, June 22
Amidst the many actions taken by the General Assembly during the final moments of the 2023 legislative session, one decision in particular could potentially serve to the benefit of municipalities, …
Thursday, June 22
Hear that sound? It is all the buzz on what is happening this month! Want to buzz about your next outing? What about a fundraiser or club meeting? Share the love! Send your event information to: Ida …
Thursday, June 22
The Rhode Island League of Cities and Towns, including Warwick mayor Frank Picozzi, has appealed to Governor Dan McKee to veto a bill to expand eligibility for disability pensions of …
Thursday, June 22
Oakland Beach School is moving out of Oakland Beach next year. For the 2023-24 academic year, the school will be housed at the former Gorton Ju8nior High School which also serves as school …
Wednesday, June 21
“Yah, I liked biking. I joined the Narragansett Bay wheelmen,” says Roger Desjardin, who at 98 was the senior member Honor Flight Freedom that left Monday morning at 6:30 from Green …
Thursday, June 15
Six Anchormen were named American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA)/Rawlings NCAA Div. III All-Region for their respective performances during the 2023 baseball campaign. Junior third baseman …
Thursday, June 15
Did you see the state title match? I asked Bob Coker about the May 13th R.I. Interscholastic League boys tennis state title singles match between Hendricken’s Jack Ciunci and Lincoln …
Thursday, June 15
The Pilgrim softball team is grinding through the Division I playoffs and reached this week’s losers’ bracket final against Bay View. The Pats wrapped up a 1-0 win over the Bengals …
Thursday, June 15
Pilgrim standout softball pitcher Alyssa Twomey was recently named the Gatorade Player of the Year for the state of Rhode Island for the second straight season. The senior Providence College commit …
Thursday, June 15
He returned from Vietnam, but wasn’t welcomed back. The world was a different place when Craig Kohanski enlisted after graduating from URI in 1968. He’ll be one of a plane full of …
Thursday, June 15
As the tradition, Pawtuxet Memorial Park paid tribute to veterans with its avenues of flags , each bearing the name of a deceased veteran buried in the cemetery on Harrison Avenue. Weather could not …
Thursday, June 15
I saw him leave each morning Through this child’s eyes Unaware of his destination At the early morning rise Food was always on the table My bedroom nice and warm …
Thursday, June 15
Dear Dad, I’m sharing this poem with the community to brag a little bit about our relationship. Having you as a father has been a gift that goes beyond words. Soren Kierkegaard once …
Thursday, June 15
To the Editor, I've enjoyed Mr. Fowler's reviews over the years, even if it was for a film or local play I wouldn't normally see (and on rare occasion went to see because of the review). …
Thursday, June 15
“We have a seat for you,” said a voice pointing to two lawn chairs on the curb of Narragansett Parkway a stone’s throw from Spring Green Drive where the Gaspee Days Parade has …
Thursday, June 15
Few things can cut through today’s polarized political climate like the emotional impact of an Honor Flight. Since 2012, the Rhode Island Fire Chiefs Honor Flight Hub, in collaboration …
Thursday, June 15
Elyse Acevedo Aiden Alpaio Jenna Altieri Aydan Amaral Jayden Amaral Krystopher Amaral Marco Amaral Tyler Amaral Ryan Annunziata Alexia Antonelli Zoe …
Thursday, June 15
Two hundred and fifty-four seniors wearing black and white graduation caps, gowns and grins of accomplishment filed to seats overlooking the bay Wednesday morning. Family members, friends and loved …
Thursday, June 15
Depending on how you look at it, there’s some good news and some bad news to report from the tax front. The good news for those eligible for tax exemptions is that the revaluation has not …
Thursday, June 15
VOWS is back, not that it ever went away, and it has moved. As of Monday, VOWS and its three-member staff are working from Park School. They were formerly located at WELC (Warwick Early …
Thursday, June 15
SUSPENDED LICENSE At 5:42 p.m., May 19, Warwick Police Officer Connor R. Bemis was on a fixed traffic post on West Shore Road when he spotted a black Ford traveling west. The vehicle had no …
Thursday, June 15
What started off as nearly 1,000 parcels for the annual tax sale held last month was whittled down to 81 parcels by the time the sale was conducted in City Council Chambers. According to Tax …
Thursday, June 15
Azmar Abdullah Lucas Alano 1,2,5,7*** Lyle Jaron Alcordo 1,2** Matthew Allen Ethan Alli 1,2,3* Timothy Anderson, II Mark Andraka 1,2** Timothy …
Thursday, June 15
Amidst a fanfare of fife and drums, Gaspee Days Committee President Steve Miller, dressed in colonial garb, waved to parade spectators from the back of a convertible while sitting next to his wife, …
Thursday, June 15
Bishop Hendricken High School hosted its 62nd Commencement Exercises on Monday, June 12, with the 143 members of the Class of 2023 being encouraged to face an unpredictable future with integrity and …
Thursday, June 15
The Toll Gate Symphonic Orchestra played and family members cheered as women in red robes and men in blue robes proceeded into the crowded grassy area. On the sunny Tuesday evening of June 13, …
Thursday, June 15
Hear that sound? It is all the buzz on what is happening this month! Want to buzz about your next outing? What about a fundraiser or club meeting? Share the love! Send your event information to: Ida …
Thursday, June 15
Welcome to Good Burger, home of the Good Burger. Unfortunately, your order might need to wait… Filming for Good Burger 2 had been scheduled to continue in East Greenwich on …
Thursday, June 15
P.J. Keating played a big role in this year’s Gaspee Days 5K that helps provide funds for the parade, the most costly event of the celebration. The company donated $3,000, covering half the …
Thursday, June 15
For a third year since being implemented, Warwick will collect entrance fees at Oakland, Conimicut Point and City Park beaches starting this Saturday. Beachgoers can purchase a season pass or …
Thursday, June 15
“This is untapped potential,” Gary McCoombs, principal of Hoxsie Elementary School said Friday as he gestured to the wooded area that surrounds the school. McCoombs and fifth-grade …
Wednesday, June 14
The Cranston West relay team of Praise Mayson, Quiana Pezza, Ailani Sutherland and Amelya D’Errico won the 400 relay at the RIIL Outdoor Track & Field State Championships last weekend at …
Thursday, June 8
On 2 May, along with many Rhode Islanders, I witnessed Senate Finance Committee hearings concerning the options relating to restoration of COLAs for retired state workers and teachers. In typical …
Thursday, June 8
To the Editor, First, Warwick taxpayers haven’t had much if any, tax increases for eight whole years. Not bad Warwick! John Howell was a little surprised that more people didn’t …
Thursday, June 8
In an alarmed voice Carol announced Friday morning, “there’s a squirrel in your car.” I understood perfectly why she stood on the porch and no closer to the car. Years ago she …
Thursday, June 8
The House of Representatives today approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Arthur Handy to phase out the sale of fluorescent lightbulbs. Fluorescent bulbs contain mercury, which is released when …
Thursday, June 8
Edward Liam Egan, the son of Barbara and Steve Egan of Warwick is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island, Class of 2023. Edward received his Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in …
Thursday, June 8
More than 150 Toll Gate High School students put their budgeting skills to the test at the school’s 12th Annual CU4 Reality Financial Education Fair on May 24. The fair was sponsored by …
Thursday, June 8
A reception was held last week at the Saw Tooth Annex building in Apponaug for young artists who participated in the 2023 Congressional Art Competition sponsored by Congressman Seth Magaziner. The …
Thursday, June 8
Indeed there’s reason to celebrate when a single scout achieves the top rank in scouting –that of Eagle. Five Scouts from Troop 4 Gaspee Plateau received their Eagle badges on Saturday at …
Thursday, June 8
By a 4-1 vote Tuesday Warwick School Committee approved a revised budget for fiscal year 2024 cutting $1.4 million in expenditures. The committee started off recognizing Oakland Beach …
Thursday, June 8
Robertson School third graders gave a chorus of “it’s the law” when Principal Brian Dillon asked after they had all received free bicycle helmets from the Rhode Island Association …
Thursday, June 8
On Friday, June 2, Kent Hospital held its annual event, Evening of Hope: Diamonds Are Forever at the Dunes Club in Narragansett, where attendees enjoyed an evening with delicacies, diamonds, friends, …
Thursday, June 8
With the congregations of more than ten churches praying it wouldn’t rain, it seemed perfectly natural that umbrellas weren’t needed for the fourth annual Hope Day held Saturday at Father …
Thursday, June 8
TORCH LIT: Last weekend, Warwick Police and Warwick Fire Department personnel participated in the Torch Run for Special Olympics Rhode Island. (Photos courtesy of Marissa Laurent and Warwick …
Thursday, June 8
ROAD RAGE Around 6 p.m., April 15, Warwick Police responded to the parking lot of Buffy’s Bubbles at 1255 Post Road, to investigate a reported “road rage” incident that …
Thursday, June 8
Rhode Island’s average gas price is down 1 cent from last week, averaging $3.50 per gallon. Monday’s price is 3 cents higher than a month ago, and $1.43 lower than June 5, 2022. Rhode …
Thursday, June 8
Discover new books while enjoying pastries and coffee at Warwick Public Library on Tuesday, June 20 at 10 a.m. Breakfast with Books: The Summer Event explores new and noteworthy titles you may …
Thursday, June 8
“It’s a home run.” Those were the words City Planner Tom Kravitz used to describe the $2 million WinnDevelopment bid to buy the vacant former Aldrich Junior High School and …
Thursday, June 8
Anthony (Tony) DeQuattro will serve as the Gaspee Days 2023 Parade Mace Bearer. Tony DeQuattro, a native of Johnston, the founder and President of Operation Stand Down Rhode Island will carry the …
Thursday, June 8
It all happened in less than a week and those planning a new classical Catholic high school in Rhode Island, the Chesterton Academy of Our Lady of Hope, are still in a state of disbelief. On May …
Thursday, June 8
House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi has breathed new life into building new Toll Gate and Pilgrim High Schools with time and money. Since voters approved a $350 million bond in November for the …
Thursday, June 8
The following Toll Gate students have achieved high honors and honors for the third quarter: Grade 12 High Honors Naomi Abair, Brayden Adler-Maranhao, Raegan Allen, Paul …
Thursday, June 8
The following Toll Gate students have achieved high honors and honors for the third quarter: Grade 12 High Honors Naomi Abair, Brayden Adler-Maranhao, Raegan Allen, Paul …
Thursday, June 8
The Middletown boys lacrosse team came back to defeat Pilgrim 12-10 in the Division II Championship this weekend at Brown University. Pilgrim would get a big first half on offense and see both …
Thursday, June 8
The Pilgrim softball team won the opening round of the Division I playoffs when it cruised to a 6-1 win over Smithfield last week. Pitcher Alyssa Twomey pitched a complete game for Pilgrim, …
Thursday, June 8
The Warwick Beacon’s Athlete of the Week is Pilgrim track athlete Dasani Stewart. Stewart entered last weekend’s state championships ranked No. 1 in the long jump and triple jump events …
Thursday, June 1
The House of Representatives has passed legislation (2023-H 5782A) sponsored by Rep. Nathan W. Biah (D-Dist. 3, Providence) which would tax property owned by nonprofit institutions that is leased or …
Thursday, June 1
The Rhode Island Building Officials Association honored the legacy of the late Sam Netcoh at the 2023 Tolls for the Trades ceremony and luncheon at Tides Café at the Warwick Area Career and …
Thursday, June 1
Saturday was the big “get ready for summer” reveal. It could have easily been the Gaspee Days Arts and Crafts Festival that packed Narragansett Parkway from curb to curb and had …
Thursday, June 1
Our apologies to readers confused by this photo that appeared with a story about a talk at the Warwick Public Library held May 11 hosted by the Warwick Wildlife and Conservation Commission. Clearly …
Thursday, June 1
In considering whether or not a fledgling advocacy group calling for at least one armed police officer to be placed in every school in Rhode Island has real merit and is worthy of a $24 million …
Thursday, June 1
A groundbreaking ceremony for a 1,760 square foot Warwick Fire Fighters Soccer Club field house will be held Saturday at 10:15 a.m. at Winslow Park, 300 Airport Road. The building, to provide …
Thursday, June 1
The Warwick Area Career and Technical Center celebrated its fourth annual Field Day & Car Show on Friday, May 19, with the parking lot transformed into an automotive spring fling featuring …
Thursday, June 1
The Warwick Symphony Orchestra mixed ensembles, including a horn quartet, mixed string-wind-brass ensemble, double string quartet, and brass quintet with bass will perform at Warwick Public Library …
Thursday, June 1
Christmas came early this year, but that didn’t throw Santa off who arrived on time May 24 with Mrs. Claus at Robertson Elementary School. The school yard was decorated with garland, gifts …
Thursday, June 1
As a sophomore at Pilgrim high school, Karen Salvatore learned that she could “be an advocate without a law degree.” For a woman dedicated to healthful living, this revelation opened many …
Thursday, June 1
Although class was not in session, Veterans Park near Warwick’s Veterans Middle School was busy Monday morning, with local veterans and supporters gathering for a Memorial Day observance. …
Thursday, June 1
With only minor changes that won’t affect higher taxes for residential or commercial property owners, the City Council approved the mayor’s proposed $353.2 million budget Thursday night …
Thursday, June 1
Frank Picozzi recalls fishing on the rocks below the Warwick Neck Lighthouse as a boy. Now, as mayor, he’s looking to restore the access the public once enjoyed to the property with its …
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Thursday, June 1
The Bishop Hendricken baseball team picked up a big 1-0 win over defending champion North Kingstown last week to hold onto first place as the playoffs approach. Hendricken ace Alex Clemmey was once …
Thursday, June 1
Pilgrim senior track jumper Dasani Stewart made her long-anticipated college commitment official this week, signing to compete with the Division I Bryant Bulldogs next season. The All-Stater is …
Thursday, June 1
The Pilgrim softball team beat Prout 16-9 to wrap up its regular season and clinch the No. 1 seed in the upcoming Division I postseason. Alyssa Twomey pitched four hitless and scoreless innings …
Thursday, June 1
The Toll Gate boys lacrosse team continued its impressive run this season and beat Burrillville 7-4 in the Division III Quarterfinals to clinch a spot in the semis against Smithfield. The …
Wednesday, May 31
Cranston High School West was proud to honor several dozen students who were inducted into the National Art Honor Society, National Italian Honor Society, and National Spanish Honor Society on …
Thursday, May 25
The following Winman Middle School students have earned honors for the third quarter: High Honors Grade 06 Natalie Cronin, Emily Curley, Megan Curley, Alexandra De La O, Natasha DeCosta, …
Thursday, May 25
Paul Harrison of Abbott Properties will be joined by his friend Peter Lawrence at North-South Trail on June 3 for a “Ride Across RI for Parkinson’s,” a fundraiser organized by …
Thursday, May 25
STORY OF THE WEEK: For supporters like state Sen. Bridget Valverde and Rep. Katherine Kazarian, the legislative sponsors of the Equality in Abortion Coverage Act, passing the EACA was unfinished …
Thursday, May 25
To the Editor: I was really disappointed by the cancellation of this year’s Historic Walk, supposedly due to lack of student interest. After moving to the Gaspee area some 18 years …
Thursday, May 25
To the Editor, Many Americans have pressing concerns about the national debt impasse, coming immigration avalanche, and violent civil unrest. All need strong and immediate solutions now. …
Thursday, May 25
It looked like a loaf of bread only it wasn’t in a plastic bag with a twist tie. The slices were the size of Texas French toast and individually wrapped. They were neatly lined up in the …
Thursday, May 25
To the Editor, Over the last twenty years (including the 2024 proposed budget) Warwick taxpayers will have paid $71.5 million more in property taxes, of which forty-five percent or $32.2 million …
Thursday, May 25
We wholeheartedly endorse a package of six bills before the General Assembly seeking to make improvements in the electoral process. These changes, while not monumental or particularly …
Thursday, May 25
Last weekend, the Warwick FOP Lodge 7 held a Police Memorial service. “On this date, for the last 54 years, the Warwick Police Department and Warwick FOP7 have honored all of our nation's …
Thursday, May 25
Kathy Blackburn of Interfaith Counseling Center (ICC), a social work veteran of thirty years, was awarded the “Chris Emerson Award” at the center’s 8th Annual “SEEDS for …
Thursday, May 25
A Memorial Day ceremony will take place at Veterans Memorial Park, located outside of Veterans Middle School, Monday, May 29th at 10 a.m. Mayor Frank Picozzi and Representative Camille …
Thursday, May 25
Gene and Marge Paccione thought that maybe the soil had something to do with the sickly look of the juniper trees on their Phenix Avenue property, so they joined others to have soil samples tested …
Thursday, May 25
May 30, “Billie and Amy,” at The Cabaret Room Tuesday, May 30 at 7:30 p.m., The Cabaret Room at The Arctic Playhouse, 1249 Main Street, West Warwick, will host Boston performing artists …
Thursday, May 25
If you didn't get your Pomp and Circumstance fix during the recent Coronation, don't fret - local high school marching bands are already rehearsing Elgar's Famous march in preparation for next …
Thursday, May 25
Gregg Amore is an optimist. The Secretary of State made that clear when he spoke to members of the Warwick Rotary Club Thursday. Amore has been on what he describes as a “whirlwind …
Thursday, May 25
Two members of the Hendricken Class of 2023 have earned United States service academy appointments. Christien Monello '23 and Robert Connor Shao '23 have earned appointments to the U.S. Air Force …
Thursday, May 25
Charlotte Lester still missing a year later On May 16, Warwick Police reminded city residents of the one-year anniversary of Charlotte Lester’s disappearance. Lester, 45, disappeared, …
Thursday, May 25
Police are believed to have shot a man wanted for a triple shooting on Ligian Court in Johnston. Early Wednesday morning, Johnston Police secured the crime scene, just off Simmonsville …
Thursday, May 25
‘My story has become my opportunity to inspire and teach the importance of care, compassion and kindness’ Healthcare professor Lou Pu The ordeal that deeply informed how …
Thursday, May 25
A stroll into The Tackle Box takes you from West Shore Road to the sea faster than a side road to Conimicut Point. Coming from whitewashed walls and fluorescent lights, the shop’s door is a …
Thursday, May 25
The document that will set the financial course for the fiscal year starting July 1 and unquestionably higher tax bills – the 2023-24 city budget – was reviewed by the City Council Monday …
Thursday, May 25
By JOHN HOWELL Unique in the northeast, the combined properties of a marina, fuel dock, outdoor restaurant with swimming pool, indoor restaurant that can accommodate 800 guests and a 9-hole …
Thursday, May 25
The Toll Gate softball team would edge South Kingstown in a thrilling 6-5 win on Senior Night on Monday afternoon at Winslow Park. Tied 5-5 in the bottom of the ninth, Toll Gate’s Abby …
Thursday, May 25
The Pilgrim boys volleyball team would wrap up the series sweep when it beat rival Toll Gate 3-0 (25-9/ 25-12/ 27-25) last week at home. Pilgrim was led by senior Eli Kearns, who recorded 18 …
Thursday, May 25
The Cranston East boys volleyball team held on to beat Bishop Hendricken 3-2 (25-23/ 27-25/ 24-26/ 21-25/ 15-11) in a late season Division I battle last week. After taking a 2-0 lead, the Bolts …
Thursday, May 25
The Warwick Beacon’s Athlete of the Week is Toll Gate freshman track thrower Vanessa Jones. Jones enjoyed a breakout campaign in the winter and just won the freshman outdoor state championship …
Thursday, May 25
The 2023 RIIL Outdoor Track & Field Class Championships were held last weekend at Coventry High School. It is the final meet for teams as they now shift their focus toward the upcoming state …
Wednesday, May 24
On Wednesday, May 10, 2023 Cranston High School East celebrated students from the class of 2023 and 2024 who were inducted into the National Honor Society, the National Art Honor Society, and …
Wednesday, May 24
The Pilgrim Senior Center paid tribute to its volunteers on Monday with an afternoon honoring their tireless work for others and the strong community they create. Warwick Director of Senior …
Thursday, May 18
Olympic swimmer Elizabeth Beisel may be the headliner of Warwick's new Emerge Youth Life Skills Camp, but the scope of the summer program will be bigger than just the backstroke. As described …
Thursday, May 18
May 20, Food for the Soul Grab and Go Meal Food for the Soul Grab and Go Meal at Asbury United Methodist Church & Lakewood Baptist Church working together to feed your soul on Saturday, May 20, …
Thursday, May 18
Veterans Middle School student vocal soloists will be perform jazz and pop standards with the Newport-based Larry Brown Swinglane Orchestra Monday, May 22 at 6 p.m. at the Warwick Vets Middle School …
Thursday, May 18
NO TRESPASS A Virginia man has been banned from a Target parking lot following a call to police. At 6:43 p.m., April 28, Warwick Police officer Jake R. Reddy responded to the Target parking …
Thursday, May 18
The smallest state’s smallest police departments may be in store for a big chunk of federal funding. On Monday at Warwick Police Headquarters, Rhode Island Rep. Seth Magaziner (D-2) …
Thursday, May 18
The drunken driving charges have been dismissed and a sitting Warwick School Committee member and past chairwoman pleaded no contest Monday to a simple assault charge, following her February arrest. …
Thursday, May 18
When the Providence Journal asked in 1979, “Does Anyone Out There Hate this Man?”, they weren’t kidding. You would be hard pressed to find anyone that didn’t have good …
Thursday, May 18
Well, it really wasn’t Mother’s Day because the Pilgrim Senior Center was closed on Sunday. Nonetheless, in celebration of the occasion the center held a luncheon Friday. Mayor Frank …
Thursday, May 18
Earning Emmanuel honors Nine local students placed in the Dean’s List of Emmanuel College. Students from Warwick are Grace Barta, Liliana Bastia, Drew Chant, Elizabeth Gilbert, Sophia …
Thursday, May 18
Monica and Nicholas Gillespie of Grimshaw Place, Warwick, announce the birth of their daughter, Frances Sylvia Gillespie, 7 lbs. 13 oz., on 3/25/2023 at Landmark Medical Center, in Woonsocket. …
Thursday, May 18
The 58th annual Dinner and Induction Ceremony of the Rhode Island Heritage Hall of Fame was held Saturday May 6th at the Crowne Plaza to a full audience that included both active and retired state …
Thursday, May 18
Four Toll Gate student-athletes signed their college letters earlier this week in front of friends and family as they get set to wrap up the school year. The Titans that put the pen to paper included …
Thursday, May 18
Sophomore second baseman Caleb Harris (Cranston) hit a grand slam and sophomore third baseman Jacob San Antonio (Cranston) added a two-run home run last Thursday as the No. 2 seed Community College …
Thursday, May 18
Pilgrim junior lacrosse player Braxton Bragg continued to cement his place as one of the school’s all-time athletes, recently breaking the program record for career goals with 167. The record …
Thursday, May 18
The Bishop Hendricken boys lacrosse team’s regular season is winding down and the Hawks are shifting their focus toward next week’s Division I playoffs. Hendricken has a young roster …
Thursday, May 18
The Warwick Beacon’s Athlete of the Week is Hendricken tennis player Jack Ciunci. Ciunci put on a show last Saturday at Slater Park, winning an epic three-set battle against Lincoln’s …
Thursday, May 18
After losing its first nine games of the season, the Toll Gate girls lacrosse team would earn its first victory of the spring in a 14-12 decision over Middletown in a Senior Night showdown last week. …
Thursday, May 18
Louise Vadeboncoeur and her husband moved to Belize after retirement so as to stretch their retirement funds and enjoy the weather and the sea. They have a condo on the water and found, as their …
Thursday, May 18
To the Editor, I’m writing in response to the recent article titled School Safety Now, Not Later. I agree with retired officer Tim Colgan that RI schools must be made safe for our …
Thursday, May 18
To the Editor, Many Americans have pressing concerns about the national debt impasse, coming immigration avalanche, and violent civil unrest. All need strong and immediate solutions now. …
Thursday, May 18
Recently, I spoke to a group of young professionals. When I took questions from the crowd, overwhelmingly, people were concerned about how they’re going to be able to afford to stay in Rhode …
Thursday, May 18
Silence I thought for sure I would be getting phone calls and emails with the announcement the revaluation has been completed and property owners would start getting mailed notices as soon as …
Thursday, May 18
With spring in the air and nice weather finally arriving in Rhode Island, it sure feels a lot like Gaspee Days around here. And it will look a lot more like it too, with a slate of great events …
Thursday, May 18
HopeHealth, the non-profit provider of hospice, palliative and home health care, will host its annual gala, "An Evening of Hope & Gratitude," on June 8, 2023, 5:30 p.m., at WaterFire Arts Center …
Thursday, May 18
Breeze Airways, the newest, low-fare airline, is adding three new destinations from Providence over the next two days, with nonstop flights to Los Angeles, CA; Jacksonville, FL; and Richmond, VA; …
Thursday, May 18
He wore the Union blue wool jacket which was fully buttoned and sported two stars on the epaulets. Beneath a broad rimed hat with tassels, General George Sears Greene smiled widely. He moved to …
Thursday, May 18
Legislative leaders donned aprons and poured water and coffee for their colleagues and lobbyists attending a benefit luncheon hosted by the Iron Works Tavern in Warwick Tuesday. The Rhode Island …
Thursday, May 18
Soon to be honored at the 61st Annual Verrazzano Day Banquet, Father Robert L. Marciano cannot help but remain humble in light of esteemed past recipients. “I am honored to be among such …
Thursday, May 18
In comparison to its big brothers, the solar farm granted master plan approval by the Planning Board last Wednesday night – the first solar development granted under the ordinance …
Thursday, May 18
The Rhode Island Airport Corporation won’t respond to city concerns relating to the construction of a $100 million air cargo facility south of the terminal along Strawberry Field Road West …
Thursday, May 18
By JOHN HOWELL Mayor Frank Picozzi is a member of the 21 percent club, which is not something to celebrate since he’ll be paying at least $500 more in taxes, but, on the other hand, is …
Thursday, May 11
Weekend Spotlight May 13, Crafting for Critters Craft Fair Supports Homeless Animals The 9th Annual Crafting for Critters Spring Craft Fair, Saturday, May 13, 10 …
Thursday, May 11
West Bay Chorale presented its spring concert, Earth and Sky, Sunday at St. Kevin Church featuring such musical selections as “Sisi Ni Moja,” “The Heavens are Telling,” …
Thursday, May 11
Double dipping has never been okay, but when its impacting Rhode Islanders health it needs to stop. I’m not talking about chips and salsa, but rather the double dipping that Pharmacy …
Thursday, May 11
“Requiem for the Newsroom,” read the headline from the Columns & Commentary section of the Sunday, April 30 New York Times. Richard Fleischer who has been an integral part of …
Thursday, May 11
National Day of Prayer ceremonies were held Thursday on the steps of City Hall with about 50 people gathering to join in prayer for our nation and its leaders and to sing hymns. Rev. Matthew …
Thursday, May 11
The Warwick Public Library held its Fan Festival this past Saturday, attracting visitors from throughout the state - and from neighboring galaxies. "We gave away about 200 prize baskets during …
Thursday, May 11
The Friends of the Warwick Public Library have put out a call to local craftspeople, artisans and vendors for their Craft & Vendor Fair Saturday, June 17 from 10:00 a.m. to …
Thursday, May 11
It was an evening of entertainment, starting off with the live streaming of the Kentucky Derby Saturday evening and following with dinner and comedian Charlie Hall at the Warwick Country Club for the …
Thursday, May 11
Rhode Island’s average gas price is down 5 cents from last week,, averaging $3.44 per gallon. Monday’s price is 10 cents higher than a month ago, and 92 cents lower than May 8, 2022 …
Thursday, May 11
Saturday couldn’t have been a better day for a tour of the city’s wastewater treatment plant – sewer plant as it is commonly referred to. It was sunny, hardly a breeze and cool, …
Thursday, May 11
DUI Warwick Police Officer Keara M. Enos was on duty conducting a RIPTIDE (Rhode Island Police Teaming for Impaired Driving Enforcement) around 12:20 a.m. April 7, when she assisted on the scene …
Thursday, May 11
Eleven nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island will receive support from Citizens through the bank’s Citizens Helping Citizens Manage Money program. The initiative helps strengthen communities …
Thursday, May 11
With the arrival of May and thanks in huge part to Kent County Memorial Hospital, the Rotary Club of Warwick held its May breakfast Tuesday at the hospital café. Proceeds from the breakfast …
Thursday, May 11
The New England Institute of Technology prides itself on being on the cutting edge of technology whether it is robotics or cybersecurity, so it seemed out of place Sunday when commencement speaker …
Thursday, May 11
It took some finagling, or what might be called “thinking out of the box,” but it now looks like the full route of the Gaspee Day Parade in Warwick will be fully repaved by next week. …
Thursday, May 11
“An Evidence-Based Re-Examination of Rhode Island’s Covid-19 Response,” will be conducted this Saturday afternoon at the Warwick Public Library from 1 to 4:30 p.m. …
Thursday, May 11
Debbie Wood of We Be Jammin and organizer of Saturday’s arts and crafts, food trucks and entertainment event at Rocky Point was thrilled with the estimated turnout of 6,000. “Everybody …
Thursday, May 11
The buzz of a chainsaw filled the air. A branch collapsed, followed by another one. Firefighters lined up to carry these clippings to the heaping piles of weeds, branches and other organic waste at …
Thursday, May 11
The answer if you were at Confreda Fields Saturday morning is “rainbow.” Not only were students wearing multiple colors but so, too were teachers and the principal Frank Galligan from …
Thursday, May 11
Warwick home owners who haven’t been following the real estate market are likely to be in for sticker shock when they receive notifications of their property values starting this week. As …
Thursday, May 11
Yesterday Mayor Frank Picozzi forwarded City Council members the outline for a proposed $353.2 million budget representing a 3.56 percent increase in spending that projects an expected increase in …
Thursday, May 11
The Toll Gate baseball team would get some revenge against rival Pilgrim last week when it walked away with a 6-3 victory. Zach DeCorpo led the way going 1-for-3 with a pair of RBI while Jeremie …
Thursday, May 11
The Pilgrim softball team took its first loss on Monday when the La Salle Rams got a no-hit win on the back of freshman pitcher Hailey Vigneau. Despite the loss, the Pats remain in first place in …
Thursday, May 11
The Warwick Beacon’s Athlete of the Week is Bishop Hendricken golfer Andrew Chadwick, who is off to a stellar start this season and has climbed into contention for the upcoming state individual …
Thursday, May 11
The Bishop Hendricken golf team cruised past Pilgrim and Toll Gate in a match last week, shooting a score of 142 while Pilgrim shot 167 and Toll Gate 179. Hendricken’s Andrew Chadwick and …
Wednesday, May 10
The Warwick Beacon’s Athlete of the Week goes to Bishop Hendricken baseball player Cole Camara. The junior infielder led the Hawks to an 8-6 comeback win over Cranston West to remain in first …
Thursday, May 4
Warwick North celebrated its Opening Day ceremonies last Saturday down at the pit. The league kicked things off with its annual parade, followed by opening remarks from members of the board and, of …
Thursday, May 4
It may not have been a silver medal, but Daniel Anter is pretty satisfied with his silver anniversary of running the Boston Marathon. The Cowesett based runner crossed the Beantown finish line …
Thursday, May 4
Something fishy was going on at the Warwick Area Career and Technical Center Thursday, but you wouldn’t have known it unless you were one of 50 volunteer judges. The event was the Rhode …
Thursday, May 4
Lakewood Baptist Church hosted its 18th Annual Rhode Island Community Food Bank Benefit Concert on Palm Sunday, April 2nd. This year's concert was dedicated to those around the world both …
Thursday, May 4
The Gaspee Seniors Friday, May 5, at 11:30 a.m., The Gaspee Seniors will hold their annual May Breakfast at Tides, Tollgate High School, 575 Centerville Rd, Warwick. $12.00 per person, …
Thursday, May 4
To the Editor, On April 22 citizens celebrated Earth Day. The Warwick Republican City Committee would like to take this opportunity to recognize the importance of this annual celebration. A core …
Thursday, May 4
To the Editor, Right now, there are no protections for Old Growth Forests in Rhode Island. Even on public land. Old Growth Forests are forests over 100 years old that have unique characteristics …
Thursday, May 4
A right isn’t a right when it’s been taken away. When it’s “practically nonexistent.” Even before Roger Williams’ 1663 colonial charter (per Native Americans …
Thursday, May 4
Where does public access to Rhode Island’s immaculate coastlines end and private, limited, and protected ownership begin? It is a complex question with no certain answers which will undergo …
Thursday, May 4
Rhode Island’s average gas price is down 1 cent from last week, averaging $3.49 per gallon. Monday’s price is 22 cents higher than a month ago, and 69 cents lower than May 1, 2022 . Rhode …
Thursday, May 4
Mothers Against Drunk Driving RI will hold its annual Walk Like MADD event to raise awareness and funds to eliminate drunk and drugged driving in Rhode Island On Saturday, May 20. The event will …
Thursday, May 4
Scott School teacher Michael Seidenberg knows how to catch kids’ attention. He did a great job of it last Wednesday when he arrived at the school yard wearing a bathing cap, goggles and swim …
Thursday, May 4
The Rhode Island Foundation announced last week that Westbay Community Action, Boys & Girls Clubs of Warwick and House of Hope are among 18 Warwick nonprofits that received more than $2 million …
Thursday, May 4
The Gaspee Days Committee has been looking for the spark to get people to show off the historic event it celebrates and it looks like they have it – a picture of the HMS Gaspee in …
Thursday, May 4
The rain held off long enough Saturday for the Warwick Historical Cemeteries Commission, augmented by volunteers, to conduct its spring cleanup of Brayton Cemetery in Apponaug. For decades Robert …
Thursday, May 4
The bees buzzed at the Children’s Library at the Warwick Central Library on Monday. Toddler Story Time was the occasion and Rose Makin and Andrea Hutnak were appropriately fitted for the event. …
Thursday, May 4
A stuck accelerator was blamed for a crash in the Burlington parking lot on Bald Hill Road Friday. This van drove onto a parked car, but nobody was injured, according to police. (Warwick Beacon …
Thursday, May 4
VAN ON CAR Around 12:04 p.m., Friday, April 27, Warwick Police responded to the Burlington Coat Factory parking lot at 650 Bald Hill Road. Callers reported a van crashed into and drove on top …
Thursday, May 4
The Warwick Police Department announced the winner of its community police patch design contest: Isabella Fraginis. “Our contest was open to anyone under the age of 18 years old and had to …
Thursday, May 4
We are looking for volunteers that would like to help us plan and staff community events, organize hygiene product collection drives and raise funds for Amenity Aid. If you are interested in doing …
Thursday, May 4
The 14th Annual “Cause for Paws” Classic Car Show roars to life Sunday, June 11 at 171 Service Place, located at 171 Service Avenue (off Jefferson Blvd.), Warwick, RI 02886. Gates open at …
Thursday, May 4
One of the Union’s Civil War heroes who defended Culp’s Hill during the Battle of Gettysburg from a far larger Confederate force, General George Sears Greene, will visit his tomb …
Thursday, May 4
James Small drives a billboard, actually it’s a truck with a serious plea. It helped find a kidney donor for his wife eight years ago and now he prays it will do the same thing for his brother …
Thursday, May 4
Distinctive Dance Etc. of Warwick competed against dozens of dance studios from across the region April 21 at the Showstopper Dance Championships held at Mashantucket II, CT returning with multiple …
Thursday, May 4
Visiting Nurse Home and Hospice (VNH&H) is asking for individuals to support their hospice programs by giving $20.00 or more to their Hearts for Hospice campaign. People can dedicate their gift …
Thursday, May 4
It wasn’t high school, yet it was. The corridors of Hendricken were transformed with strings of lights and ceiling high photographs of Federal Hill and Waterfire. Tables with checkered table …
Thursday, May 4
School Committee Chair David Testa had planned to go to Mayor Frank Picozzi on Tuesday with a school budget request less than the $6.5 million in additional funds proposed by the superintendent and …
Thursday, May 4
A sore throat shouldn’t kill someone. But in 2017 that’s what happened to Skip and Tara Cirella’s 16-year-old daughter Gianna. On a Thursday, Gianna developed a sore throat and felt …
Thursday, May 4
If you enjoy eating clams on the half shell, clam cakes and clam chowder there’s a better than a 50 percent chance that the quahogs were harvested from a 1,900-acre stretch of the Providence …
Thursday, May 4
The Warwick Beacon’s Athlete of the Week goes to Bishop Hendricken baseball player Cole Camara. The junior infielder led the Hawks to an 8-6 comeback win over Cranston West to remain in first …
Thursday, May 4
The Toll Gate boys lacrosse team is breaking out in Division III and has established itself as a contender this spring season as it sits at 7-1 in league play. After beating the odds and reaching …
Thursday, May 4
The first-place Bishop Hendricken baseball team erased an early deficit to beat visiting Cranston West 8-6 last week in a big Division I showdown. The Falcon bats came out hot and would put up …
Thursday, May 4
The Pilgrim softball team has continued its run as the state’s best team this spring as it entered the week with a perfect 10-0 overall record. As expected, the team has been led by reigning …
Thursday, April 27
The Rhode Island chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness is now accepting registration for our next virtual Family-to-Family course which begins Wednesday, April 26 at 6:30 p.m. This is a …
Thursday, April 27
To the Editor, Today most Americans have serious concerns about the direction our country is currently heading. Life has become a daily challenge to meet all our financial obligations and also to …
Thursday, April 27
To the Editor, An open letter to the House Judiciary Committee, It is with respect and concern that I am compelled to write today in opposition to H 5299, proposing to arm campus security at …
Thursday, April 27
The rain was pounding so hard Sunday that the drops bounced off the roof. Drops bouncing? That didn’t seem possible, yet they were like hail, just not as far. I knew it wouldn’t be …
Thursday, April 27
The presentation of a $1,000 donation by Coca-Cola Northeast to the Meals on Wheels of Rhode Island became an event Friday Mayor Frank Picozzi Providence Friars team mems came together at the Pilgrim …
Thursday, April 27
Spring has sprung once again, and fresh flowers are blooming everywhere…Everywhere, it seems, except Pawtuxet Village. Flowers there have been looking a bit different …
Thursday, April 27
Mike and Angelica (DiMascio) “Gel” Penta are known to many. They own Gel’s Kitchen on West Shore Road in Warwick and a sister restaurant on Main Street in West …
Thursday, April 27
Bill Finnegan and his family have been giving back to their community for decades. They recently announced a new partnership with A Wish Come True, Inc., that includes a new space and a $45,000 …
Thursday, April 27
MOTORCYCLE CRASH The Warwick Police Traffic Unit is investigating a serious crash that occurred around 3:30 a.m., April 22, in the vicinity of 2470 Warwick Ave. Police are asking witnesses, or …
Thursday, April 27
Warwick Fan Fest, a celebration of popular culture, including Marvel & DC, Star Wars, Harry Potter, Outlander, Star Trek, Percy Jackson, and Doctor Who will be held May 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. …
Thursday, April 27
Former Governor Donald L. Carcieri will be honored Saturday for his years of dedicated public service to Rhode Island at Epoch: The 2023 Gala for Hendricken Hendricken president and pastor …
Thursday, April 27
Rhode Island’s average gas price is up 8 cents from last week averaging $3.50 per gallon. Monday’s price is 26 cents higher than a month ago and 59 cents lower than April 24, 2022. Rhode …
Thursday, April 27
The Department of Environmental Management is offering one-time sign-on and retention bonuses of $500 each and hourly pay increases of between 10% and almost 15% to lifeguards this …
Thursday, April 27
In recognition of their accomplishments, The Gaspee Days Committee has named former Congressman James Langevin and Congressman David Cicilline grand marshals of this year’s Gaspee Days …
Thursday, April 27
Sales statistics released by the Rhode Island Association of Realtors show no surprises in Rhode Island’s housing market as most trends from the last several months continued in March. Sales …
Thursday, April 27
He has yet to be named although Bottle Buddy and Robot Bob has been suggested, but the sculpture at the inside door to the Warwick Public Library is getting plenty of attention. He stands at least …
Thursday, April 27
A statement from the Rhode Island Republican Party released this week questioned House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi’s motives in introducing legislation that they say overrides local …
Thursday, April 27
Greenwood residents conducted a cleanup Saturday around Gorton’s Pond. They found no shortage of litter from Dunkin Donuts cups, beer bottles, a plethora of nip bottles and even a few fishing …
Thursday, April 27
By JOHN HOWELL Sister pups thought to be black coyotes, as unusual as that is, kicked up a lot of neighborhood and media attention after multiple sightings in Oakland Beach last …
Thursday, April 27
Questioning whether the city can build two new high schools for $350 million, despite assurances from school administrators that that is possible, the City Council is moving ahead with obtaining a …
Thursday, April 27
By JOHN HOWELL David Mozzoni stood watch at the Warwick Avenue bridge over Buckeye Brook Saturday about 2 p.m. He focused on a white plastic strip that spanned the brook no more than two …
Thursday, April 27
Consultants and airport representatives outnumbered residents Thursday evening to view the proposed $100 million plan to relocate and expand air cargo facilities from the Airport Road side of the …
Thursday, April 27
What was billed as listening session by three Warwick legislators Saturday morning started with gun control and continued with rapid fire questions about recycling, taxes, litter, education, plans to …
Thursday, April 27
Thousands of youngsters have hit the field in the past few weeks to celebrate their Opening Days for various sports across the city. Warwick Continental held its ceremony last weekend at the fields …
Thursday, April 27
It has been a busy spring season so far for Warwick’s local youth sports athletes and things will only get busier in the coming weeks. Baseball leagues such as Apponaug Cal Ripken and Warwick …
Thursday, April 27
The Cranston West girls lacrosse team rolled to a 15-3 win over visiting Pilgrim last week as it was led by standouts Aria Lee and Braelyn King. Lee led the way with seven goals while King added six …
Thursday, April 27
The Pilgrim Patriots marched into Toll Gate High School on Thursday evening and swept the Titans 3-0 (25-18), (25-19), (25-23) during a boys Division II Volleyball match. The victory marked the …
Wednesday, April 26
A detailed analysis of data provided with the attorney generals 2022 gun crimes report was completed. I encourage all to do the same. I believe most will find it very enlightening. I would like to …
Thursday, April 20
Kevin K. Martins, Ed.D., has been named Chief Diversity Officer of Care New England Health System. Dr. Martins’ first day was Monday, April 10. Martins is a strategic senior leader with over …
Thursday, April 20
Michelle Fletcher took a day off from work and Lisa Sweeney played hooky from her kids on Friday to soak in some sun and cool off at Conimicut Point beach. They found a glassy bay, a few other sun …
Thursday, April 20
Marlee Matlin, an Academy Award-Winning actress, activist and author will deliver New England Institute of Technology’s commencement address on Sunday, May 7, 2023, at the Amica Mutual Pavilion …
Thursday, April 20
Pilgrim High senior Gillian Johnston believes, “You should make mistakes. Don’t be perfect.” A dancer since she was three, Gillian holds many titles. But it wasn’t …
Thursday, April 20
State representatives and Senator Mark McKenney will be listening when constituents join them for coffee and donuts this Saturday at the Warwick Public Library. House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi …
Thursday, April 20
Last year, Bishop Hendricken High School revived its “Epoch” gala - an awards ceremony and grand soiree which the school had hosted annually in the 1970’s and 80’s. In …
Thursday, April 20
Paula Andrews, General Federation of Women's Club (GFWC) Rhode Island's President, Terry Schimmel and Pat Cole, members of the GFWC Women's Club of South County recently met with Representative Seth …
Thursday, April 20
Providence, RI – Rhode Island Hospital’s Alzheimer’s Disease and Memory Disorders Center (ADMDC) is actively recruiting participants for its ExosomeAD study. This innovative study …
Thursday, April 20
To the Editor, On April 20, 2023, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m., John Goodman, RIAC’s public relations executive, will be standing by at the Sawtooth Building with a cadre of consultants to …
Thursday, April 20
"So, who hit you?” I wouldn’t have expected less from my primary care doc, Herbert Brennan, as I removed a bloody wad of tissues from my nose. A sense of humor goes a long way when …
Thursday, April 20
Rhode Island took another big step forward when Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi announced a package of bills to continue to address our state’s housing needs. For the Speaker, it’s a …
Thursday, April 20
It’s hard to believe that more than three years have passed since the first Covid case came to Rhode Island. The subsequent months and years have reminded us all of the fleeting nature of …
Thursday, April 20
An amendment to existing regulations requiring candidates for local or state office to disclose court default judgments on credit card debt has the support of House Speaker K. Joseph …
Thursday, April 20
The cops are back in Conimicut. Well actually, they never left, even though the police substation on West Shore Road near the village center was forced to close because of a collapsing floor in …
Thursday, April 20
The turnout was heavy Wednesday night at Mayor Frank Picozzi’s fundraiser at Chelo’s on Post Road. Among the attendees were former Warwick Mayor Joseph Walsh, North Providence Mayor …
Thursday, April 20
Providence man arraigned on additional charges in fentanyl-related death of 15-year old female Earlier this week, Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha, Col. Oscar Perez of the Providence …
Thursday, April 20
Weekend Spotlight Project Linus of RI - Make a Blanket DayProject Linus of RI will be hosting a Make a Blanket Day on Saturday, April 22, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the William Hall Library, 1825 …
Thursday, April 20
The Warwick City Council give first passage of the rezoning of a ¾ acre parcel on 5 Williams Street wedged between Amtrak and East Greenwich overlooking Greenwich Bay for the construction of …
Thursday, April 20
Kayla Jones has run city tax sales long enough to know too many people wait until the last moment to pay up or make an arrangement to save their property. And now that certified letters went out …
Thursday, April 20
Last year more than 200 people, many of them children, took an hour or more out of a Saturday to tour, seemingly, one of the least likely Warwick attractions – the waste water treatment plant, …
Thursday, April 20
Mayor Frank Picozzi fingered the hefty rope hanging from the rafters with big knots every couple of feet. “This is the sissy rope,” he said remembering his days in junior high when he …
Thursday, April 20
The 41st Annual Ocean State Grand National Karate Championships was once again a huge success! With competitors from nine different countries and 36 states, this year’s three-day tournament had …
Thursday, April 20
“Operation Get Kids to Fish” was held Sunday at famed Golden Pond in Warwick. The banks of the picturesque fishing hole were lined with children 12 and under for the annual …
Thursday, April 20
The Pilgrim baseball team cruised to an 8-1 win over rival Toll Gate last week to snap a three-game losing streak. The Pats were led by starting pitcher AJ Ferreira, who earned the win on the …
Thursday, April 13
The Board of Directors of the Rhode Island Heritage Hall of Fame tod ay announced the selection of nine prominent Rhode Islanders for membership in the Rhode Island Heritage Hall of …
Thursday, April 13
Ironically the greatest tennis player in the history of Pilgrim High School and one of the most accomplished players in the history of Rhode Island high school tennis started his high school athletic …
Thursday, April 13
The Pilgrim boys lacrosse team held off rival Toll Gate 10-5 in a non-league matchup last week at Pilgrim High School. Pilgrim improved to 2-1 with the win while the Titans fell to 2-1. Pictured …
Thursday, April 13
The Toll Gate softball team fell to visiting Barrington 17-5 last week at Winslow Park to drop to 0-2 this season. The Eagles got off to a fast start, taking a 10-0 lead in the first inning. …
Thursday, April 13
Bishop Hendricken ace pitcher and Vanderbilt commit Alex Clemmey put on a show on Monday evening as he led the Hawks to an 8-0 win on the road against Lincoln. With multiple Major League scouts …
Thursday, April 13
Voices joined together during the early outdoor Sunday morning services celebrating Easter and its message of life eternal. Celebrants arrived as early dawn at Warwick Neck Lighthouse for a sunrise …
Thursday, April 13
Not since Ron Phipps, who was then a student, started the Bishop Hendricken Hunger Walk 49 years ago has the Bishop of the Diocese of Providence joined students and faculty in the walk to raise funds …
Thursday, April 13
To the Editor, Our Loop de Loop Nightmare. Here we go, loop de looping around the T. F. Green International Airport passenger terminal, dropping off our kids bound for distant destinations as a …
Thursday, April 13
To the Editor: Upon reading Mr. Langseth’s latest letters to the editor intended to promote his continued falsehoods related to the Rhode Island Airport Corporation (RIAC), we’re …
Thursday, April 13
Layers. That’s what Carol does to stay warm. It also explains why garments hang from every conceivable place in the house from door handles to chair backs. But she’s right. On …
Thursday, April 13
Aaron Couto will host a series of coffee and cookie conversations in celebration of National Library Week, April 23-29. “We're asking you to share the connections you've made thanks to your …
Thursday, April 13
Save the Bay volunteers and personnel, armed with trowels and with their backs to the wind to avoid the blowing sand, planted hundreds of beach grass shoots on the recently restored beach front …
Thursday, April 13
Rhode Island’s average gas price is up 7 cents from last week ($3.27), averaging $3.34 per gallon. Monday’s price was 5 cents higher than a month ago ($3.29), and 68 cents lower …
Thursday, April 13
The Rhode Island Airport Corporation (RIAC) will hold the next virtual public information session for Rhode Island’s General Aviation (GA) airport communities on Wednesday, April 19 at …
Thursday, April 13
Rick Corrente watched in amazement as his four-year old granddaughter caught unassisted, her first-ever fish, a 15” rainbow trout on opening day, April 8. She fished with 2 of her cousins, …
Thursday, April 13
SUSPENDED LICENSE Around noon on March 18, Warwick Police Officer Aaron L. Steere initiated a traffic stop after spotting a vehicle missing its front registration plate (due to front end …
Thursday, April 13
Warwick Police Department offered a “big thank you to the Toll Gate High School automotive class. The class helped WPD “spruce up the interior of our autism awareness cruiser,” …
Thursday, April 13
The rage for Easter egg hunts hit the city this year, and if your timing was good - and you weren’t caught speeding - you could watch kids sprint across open fields dotted with colored plastic …
Thursday, April 13
Hundreds of children and families hopped at the chance to take part in the second annual Egg Hunt this past Saturday, April 8th. The event, held on the ball fields at Warwick’s City …
Thursday, April 13
The 2023 Gaspee Days season will kick off with "Night at the Museum" Friday, May 5 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at two locations. The Aspray Boathouse and the Pawtuxet Rangers Armory will both be open …
Thursday, April 13
Norwood Neighborhood Association will host a Pollinate our Future Earth Day event at Norwood Village Gazebo, 312 Pawtuxet Ave, Warwick, on Saturday, April 15th from 1 to 3 pm. Bring friends and …
Thursday, April 13
A new exhibit, “From Fields to Festivals: Parks and Recreation in Rhode Island” recently opened at the State Archives at 33 Broad Street in Providence on the first floor. There is limited …
Thursday, April 13
Senator Jack Reed is familiar with firing ranges after having graduated from West Point and serving in the US Army. Yet, there was no gun fire at the range he visited Monday morning at the New …
Thursday, April 13
When she was a freshman at Rhode Island College, Sabrina Antonelli took a career aptitude test and was a bit disappointed with her result of “school administrator.” “I was …
Thursday, April 13
Since talking office three months ago, Congressman Seth Magaziner said he has submitted 400 requests, an average of about seven a day, for federal funding for Rhode Island projects and …
Thursday, April 13
Residents, and those interested in the future of Green Airport, will get to ask airport officials and their consultants about plans for a $100 million air cargo facility south of the terminal backing …
Thursday, April 13
At the intersection of Oakland Beach Ave and West Shore Road stands what is quite possibly the most well-defended auto repair shop in the country. If nothing else, Gearhead DIY Super Center …
Thursday, April 13
The city closed out the 2022 Fiscal Year on June 30, 2022 with a $33 million unassigned fund balance, an increase of $2 million from the prior year. That’s good news for Mayor Frank Picozzi …
Wednesday, April 12
“When I get older, I’m going to retire.” With a little wink and a nod, that’s how former Rhode Island Governor Philip W. Noel, who will turn 92 this coming June, answered …
Thursday, April 6
Bishop Hendricken basketball player Azmar Abdullah enjoyed one of the most prolific seasons in program history this past winter season and recently was named the Rhode Island Gatorade Player of the …
Thursday, April 6
The Warwick Beacon’s Athlete of the Week is Pilgrim softball pitcher Alyssa Twomey. The reigning Gatorade Player of the Year picked up right where she left off last spring, helping the Pats …
Thursday, April 6
The Pilgrim softball team held on to get an opening day win over La Salle on the road last week to start the spring season. The Pats scored a pair of runs in the first inning on hits by Alyssa …
Thursday, April 6
The Cranston East baseball team dropped its season opener to visiting Pilgrim 8-1 on Monday afternoon at Cranston Stadium. The Bolts held the Pats in check early, trailing just 1-0 until Pilgrim …
Thursday, April 6
The defending champion Pilgrim boys lacrosse team topped Cranston West 18-6 in the season opener on Monday night. The Pats, who went undefeated last season en route to the championship, picked up …
Thursday, April 6
The Pilgrim girls lacrosse team would erase an early deficit to come back and beat cross town rival Toll Gate 9-8 in the teams’ season opener on Tuesday afternoon at Toll Gate. The Titans …
Thursday, April 6
“We think of ourselves as Warwick’s best kept secret, although we’d prefer not to be,” says Karen Morra a club member at the Hillsgrove House. Tucked away in a sleepy …
Thursday, April 6
The Warwick Rotary Club gave out more than $10,000 in grants to non profits serving Warwick at their meeting Thursday. The funds raised through the club’s annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot, …
Thursday, April 6
To the Editor, During Warwick Tax Assessor Neal Dupuis’ presentation before the Warwick City Council last night (April 3, 2023), he continually referred to Massachusetts to justify a major …
Thursday, April 6
By Michael Broschart, Executive Director, Teach For America Rhode Island and Lee Lewis, President, Junior Achievement of Rhode Island Coming out of the pandemic, we find ourselves at a turning …
Thursday, April 6
To the Editor, At the March 16th School Committee meeting, Dr. Lisa Schultz, Director of Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment, and MTSS, presented Warwick Schools’ Winter 2023 K-8 …
Thursday, April 6
To the Editor, As a gun safety advocate and volunteer leader with Moms Demand Action, I am grateful for the work done in the RI legislature over the years to pass gun sense laws in our state. …
Thursday, April 6
At one time or another we’ve all wished it was possible to turn back the clock. But it’s just that, wishful thinking. Yet it happened this week with the visit of Elena Muyo and …
Thursday, April 6
With the selection of a contractor and sub contractor, the dream of Charles “Snow Bear” Smith Jr. of a memorial to honor Native American veterans at the Rhode Island Veterans …
Thursday, April 6
Those with green thumbs, or wishing they had them, can pick up tips and techniques from URI Master Gardeners at Warwick Public Library on Tuesdays, April 19 & 26 at 7 p.m. On April 19, learn …
Thursday, April 6
Rhode Island car buyers have been facing high prices in the used car market for more than a year, partly due to high demand and low inventory. However, there is some good news for car shoppers in …
Thursday, April 6
There were lots of eggs to find Sunday at the Easter Egg Hunt Stacy Capone held at City Park for Distinctive Dance Etc. students, but it was the arrival of the Easter Bunny that really caused a stir. …
Thursday, April 6
Earning Clark honors Two area Clark University students earned first honors. They are Jordan M. Cambre, of East Greenwich and Morgan F. Glick, of Warwick. On the Hamilton …
Thursday, April 6
The Sand Pond Road rotary in the Norwood section of the city, with its colorfully decorated Easter tree, gives motorists reason to slow down and reflect on the season. (Warwick Beacon photo)
Thursday, April 6
Cryptologic Technician Collections (CTR) Second Class Petty Officer Michael Rosa, a Combat Support Team project lead, was recognized at the 2023 Navy League Margaret Flowers Service luncheon in …
Thursday, April 6
Coastal1 Credit Union with more than $3.1 billion in assets and 133,000 members in Rhode Island and contiguous southeastern Massachusetts recently announced a series of promotions impacting its 18 …
Thursday, April 6
Rhode Island’s average gas price is up 4 cents from last week, averaging $3.27 per gallon. Monday’s price is 3 cents higher than a month ago, and 86 cents lower than April 3, 2022. Rhode …
Thursday, April 6
Rhode Islanders are once again being asked at random to participate in a telephone survey for the annual RI Life Index. The perception-based survey is shaped by the RI Life Index Coalition, a group …
Thursday, April 6
LARCENY At 8:50 a.m., March 10, Warwick Police Officer Matthew Maloney was on routine patrol when he noticed part of an exhaust system hanging down, underneath a vehicle parked in the Hampton Inn …
Thursday, April 6
The cab of a truck on an 80-degree sunny summer day can heat up to 130 degrees Fahrenheit, according to the National Weather Service: ideal conditions for germs and bacteria. It’s not the place …
Thursday, April 6
Join author Neal Sanders for Gardening Is Murder: A laugh-out-loud presentation on gardening at Warwick Public Library on Monday, April 17 at 6:30 p.m. Gardening Is Murder presents a …
Thursday, April 6
The Department of Environmental Management (DEM) – along with partners the RI Tree Council, Rhode Island Nursery and Landscape Association, and the Arbor Day Foundation – is giving 1,000 …
Thursday, April 6
The need to make two branches of the Warwick Public Library more accessible couldn’t have been more evident than when former Congressman Jim Langevin arrived at City Hall Friday morning. The …
Thursday, April 6
“When I get older, I’m going to retire.” With a little wink and a nod, that’s how former Rhode Island Governor Philip W. Noel, who will turn 92 this coming June, answered …
Thursday, April 6
By JOHN HOWELL “This is my retirement job,” says Wayne Kezirian, as a workman wearing a hard hat and carrying a tool box walks by him in a hallway with a drop ceiling waiting for …
Thursday, April 6
The administration says the resolution approved Monday night by the City Council, allowing for an alteration in the ratio of between residential and commercial taxes, is a “tool” to …
Wednesday, April 5
Cranston is soon to be home to a fully automated storage facility that uses an app to allow customers to gain access to the premises, and their units, with nothing more than your smartphone. With …
Thursday, March 2
The Bishop Hendricken basketball team was stunned 47-45 by rival La Salle in the Division I Championship, as the Rams would walk off on a fourth-quarter buzzer beater to claim the title. The Hawks …
Thursday, March 2
The third-seeded Toll Gate Lady Titans were edged out by the second seeded Narragansett Mariners 35-31 during the Division III girls basketball semifinal last Wednesday evening at Cumberland High …
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
A team of American University masters degree students concluded that building two new Warwick high schools would increase housing values, decrease teacher and student absenteeism and would increase …
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
The pandemic has done more than ignite a supercharged housing market, inflicted a non recoverable loss in the education of our children and changed the workplace. It has also spawned a crop of …
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
Speaker of the Rhode Island House of Representatives K. Joseph Shekarchi was honored as Legislator of the Year by the Audubon Society of Rhode Island at the Society’s 125th Annual Meeting on …
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
To the Editor, I strongly disagree with your October 27th endorsement of Allan Fung for Congress. Despite his commendable record as mayor of Cranston, the adage that “all politics is …
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
To the Editor, We’ve all heard recently of “fake information,” “fake web sites,” and “fake advertisements.” They’re all scams intended to get …
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
To the Editor, On Nov. 8, Rhode Islanders will have many important choices to make in the voting booths. I ask you to consider voting yes on referendum Question No. 3, the Green Bond. If approved, …
Wednesday, November 2, 2022
To Warwick residents, On November 8, Warwick voters will have an unprecedented opportunity to change the educational future of our city. The vision set forth is to create two completely new …
Tuesday, April 12, 2022
To the Editor, This year we will be celebrating our third Easter in the throes of the pandemic with an unknown timeframe. We are also facing a devastating war in Eastern Europe, escalating …
Thursday, January 27, 2022
Join U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse for a virtual town hall on Feb. 8 at 6 p.m. Preregistration is required, and participants are invited to submit questions in advance for Senator Whitehouse. You …
Saturday, June 26, 2021
Bishop Thomas Tobin dedicates and blesses the $12.5 million mausoleum at Saint Ann Cemetery to Saints Peter & Paul.
Friday, April 16, 2021
Warwick Christian Fellowship 358 Warwick Neck Avenue Pastor Steve Reickett 739-26606
Friday, April 16, 2021
Trinity Episcopal Church 139 Ocean Ave., Pawtuxet (Pawtuxet Village) Cranston, RI 02905 Rev. Mitchell Lindeman 941-4324 www.trinitypaw@gmail.com
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