The cranes stand at attention — sharp, pointed monoliths of “progress.”
The metal skeleton has taken shape, forming the profile of what promises to be the largest building ever constructed in Rhode Island.
Amazon has refused to give tours of the construction site looming on Johnston’s horizon.
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By RORY SCHULER
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5/19/22
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EDITOR'S NOTE: The following police log information has been taken from public record police incident reports provided by the Johnston Police Department.
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5/19/22
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From the time Emilia Ruggiero lit a candle until Tri-M vocalists Trinity Blondin, Melanie Capraro, Destinee Costa, Julie Droukas and Abigail Salas sang the recessional song, Johnston High School …
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By PETE FONTAINE
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5/19/22
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Johnston Senior High School’s National Honor Society induction ceremony took place on Thursday, May 5, to celebrate the hard work and dedication of students from the classes of 2022, 2023, and …
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By Talia Laflamme/Special to the Sun Rise
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5/19/22
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She was a hero, a movie star and a mutt.
Ruby lived a full life and saved the lives of others.
The Rhode Island State Police have announced the passing of K-9 Ruby, age 11 …
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By RORY SCHULER
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5/18/22
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Editor's Note: This honor roll has been submitted by the Johnston School Department. The list appeared in the May 12, 2022, Johnston Sun Rise print edition.
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5/16/22
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EDITOR'S NOTE: The following police log information has been taken from public record police incident reports provided by the Johnston Police Department.
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5/16/22
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There were some extraordinary and super special servings of hospitality — as well as respect and love — last week at Johnston High School.
It was an ageless terrific tradition known as …
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By PETE FONTAINE
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5/13/22
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Warwick Police announced the arrest of an alleged bank robber on Wednesday morning, May 11.
Paul Edward Larson, 60, of East Greenwich, has been taken into custody without incident, police …
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5/11/22
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Johnston Mayor Joseph M. Polisena introduced his son to an overflow crowd in an empty storefront in Town Hall Plaza. Joe Polisena Jr. announced his candidacy for mayor, in front of friends, family, …
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By RORY SCHULER
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5/5/22
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Few schools, if any, meet challenges like Winsor Hill Elementary School in Johnston.
Perhaps the well-maintained school’s slogan — “Winsor Hill Cares” — epitomizes …
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By PETE FONTAINE
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5/5/22
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Rhode Island State Police (RISP) have released limited information regarding a fatal crash that occurred Saturday, April 30, on Route 95 North within the Warwick city limits.
“While the …
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5/2/22
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