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HONORED INDUCTEES: From left to right, Jaylen Molina, Makayla Scuncio, Talia Laflamme, Joshua Philbrick, James Guilmette, Allison Benoit and Willson El Hage, are all newly inducted NHS members.
Service, character, scholar & citizenship: Johnston's finest students honored
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 … more
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REMARKABLE RESCUE: Ruby and her handler Corporal Daniel O’Neil worked out of the Scituate State Police barracks, and served together since 2011. They recently visited Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts.
Rhode Island State Police announce death of K-9 Ruby
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 … more
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Johnston Senior High School
Johnston Senior High School Third Quarter Honor Roll, 2022
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. more
Johnston Police Department
Johnston Police Log, May 12, 2022
EDITOR'S NOTE: The following police log information has been taken from public record police incident reports provided by the Johnston Police Department. more
SUPER SERVERS: JHS Student Council members Jackson Troxell, Rebecca Clements, Janet Clements, Charlene Hohlmaier and Sophia Ribezzo enjoyed serving a wide variety of foods to faculty members, administrators and staffers during last week’s Teacher Appreciation Luncheon.
Johnston pupils say 'thank you' with Appreciation Week feast
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 … more
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CHARGED: Warwick Police announced the arrest of alleged bank robber Paul Edward Larson, 60, of East Greenwich. Larson has been charged in connection to the May 10 Harbor One Bank robbery at 3830 Post Road in Warwick.
Warwick police detectives arrest bank robbery suspect
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 … more
THREE JOES: Joe Polisena Jr., his son Joseph Polisena III, and Johnston Mayor Joseph M. Polisena pose for a three-generation snapshot following the middle Joe's candidacy announcement for Johnston mayor.
Joe Polisena Jr. announces bid for Johnston mayor
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, … more
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AMY’S ARMY: Winsor Hill Elementary School Principal Dr. Amy Burns, Susan Parillo and Brianna Bielecki are joined by some of the students who helped raise a stunning amount of $1,350 that will benefit the Ukraine Red Cross.
Johnston's Winsor Hill Elementary School walks for Ukraine
Few schools, if any, meet challenges like Winsor Hill Elementary School in Johnston. Perhaps the well-maintained school’s slogan — “Winsor Hill Cares” — epitomizes … more
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Rhode Island State Police
Rhode Island State Police release limited details on weekend Route 95 fatal crash in Warwick
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 … more
PACKED HOUSE: Johnston residents packed the Johnston Senior Center on Thursday night, April 28, for a marathon Zoning Board meeting that lasted beyond 2 a.m. Ultimately, the concerned residents scored a victory as the board was unable to approve proposals from Cranston-based Green Development to build five new solar fields in residential western Johnston neighborhoods.
UPDATED: Johnston solar project stumbles at marathon Zoning Board meeting finish line
UPDATED: The neighbors — through their lawyer and their own experts — made a persuasive argument. And for now, it seems a proposal for five new solar farms in Johnston has been defeated. On … more
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Rhode Island State Police
Charges follow raid on Outlaw Motorcycle Clubhouse in Woonsocket
Rhode Island State Police seized a huge drug cache following a raid on the Outlaw Motorcycle Clubhouse in Woonsocket: one pound of methamphetamine, 52 sheets of LSD, 16 vials of steroids, 118 grams of cocaine, 78 grams of crack cocaine, 12 grams Fentanyl, body armor and approximately $4,000 cash. more
CONCERNED CITIZENS: On Saturday, March 26, concerned residents and abutters gathered along Rollingwood Drive to fire questions at representatives  of Cranston-based Green Development. The firm hopes to construct five new solar fields in western Johnston. The Johnston Zoning Board plans to discuss the issue, and potentially vote on Special Use Permits, Thursday night, March 31.
Johnston considers moratorium on solar fields
Johnston Town Council is considering a moratorium on solar development in town. However, legal opinions differ over whether the moratorium would cover pending plans for five new solar fields in … more
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