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GRANT GIVER: State Rep. Deb Fellela (second left) presents Johnston High School Music Director Ronald Lamoureux with a $1,000 State Legislative Grant that will help the highly acclaimed program to continue purchasing world class percussion equipment. Looking on are JSMA member Melissa Loffler and President Beth Littlefield.
Rep. Fellela delivers state grant to Johnston High music department
Even though school wasn’t in session, State Rep. Deb Fellela made a special visit to Johnston High School several weeks ago where she continued a long tradition. Fellela met with JHS Music … more
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PUMPKIN SPICE: Pumpkins outnumbered apples at last year’s festival. Fall was certainly in the air.
Johnston Apple Fest ripens as summer flees
The time is ripe for Johnston’s apple celebration. The 34th Annual Apple Festival will be held this weekend, Saturday, Sept. 10 and Sunday, Sept. 11. The festivities will stretch from 10 … more
BRIARCLIFFE FAMILY: Centenarian Joan Ruberg poses for a photo with her Briarcliffe caregivers and family.
Secret to Johnston woman's longevity: ‘Don’t give a damn!’
The year was 1922 … the price of gas was just 21 cents a gallon and an automobile could be purchased for between $1,100 to $2,000. It was a year that many prolific women were born: Judy … more
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SPECIAL SESSION: Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha addresses the unique District 2 Neighborhood Watch group at a recent meeting held inside the Johnston Senior Center Board Room.
Watching out for their Johnston neighborhood
It was back on June 4, 2021, when Johnston Town Councilwoman Lauren A. Garzone — in conjunction with the Johnson Police Department — launched and held the town’s first-ever … more
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PICTURE PERFECT: The artists-for-an-evening above — Sandra Lentini, Barbara DeCubellis and Monica DiDonato — are just a few of the many people who enjoyed the Pannese Society’s first-ever Paint and Vino event.
Pannese Society hosts ‘vino & paint’ night in Johnston
“Saluti membri della Society!” That was the Italian opening statement from David Venditelli, proud president of the iconic Pannese Society, that appears inside the nonprofit’s … more
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EVERY DEPARTMENT: Last year, Johnston Police Chief Joseph P. Razza referred to a collection of patches from every department in the Ocean State as he discussed a new program aimed at equipping all of Rhode Island’s front-line police officers with body-worn cameras.
CHIEF: Johnston Police 'still in the initial phases of implementing a body-worn camera program'
Local law enforcement agencies have taken a pledge of transparency, and the layers between the police and the public are about to become as clear as video. A program aimed at equipping Ocean … more
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US ATTORNEY: Johnston man sentenced to federal prison for possessing child pornography
 A Johnston man who admitted to possessing more than 2,000 videos and images of child pornography has been sentenced to three years in federal prison, according to a press release from United … more
MEMORIAL MEN: Johnston Fire Department Battalion Chief Richard Boehm and Rev. Richard Narciso stand in front of late firefighter Richard F. Gemma’s still full locker after the special blessing before the salute moved outdoors.
Johnston Fire Chief: ‘Do random acts of kindness; let’s do this in Richard’s memory’
It has been three difficult years for Richard and Kathleen Gemma — as well as the highly-respected brotherhood of the Johnston Fire Department — since the passing of Richard R. Gemma. … more
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PROUD PLEDGE: Anthony Carlino, a long-time member of the Graniteville Veterans Foundations, leads the Pledge of Allegiance in front of the memorial off Putnam Pike in Johnston.
Johnston remembers the veterans of Graniteville
It was approximately 10 o’clock when Anthony Carlino stood under a sparkling sun in front of the impressive monuments that continue to serve as a mighty memorial for “The Boys from … more
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CAMPAIGN HQ? The incumbent state representative for District 42 (Cranston, Johnston), Rep. Ed Cardillo, alleges his nephew, Dennis Cardillo Jr., does not live at the address he provided on state election forms — 1757 Plainfield Pike. In fact, he alleges his nephew and opponent for the Democratic primary does not live within District 42. The home, which is also a commercial address, is occupied by the candidate’s father. The yard is packed with election signs.
Johnston Board of Canvassers rejects Cardillo complaint for third time
State Rep. Ed Cardillo stood up at the end of Tuesday’s hearing. “An absolute joke!” He said loudly, following the Johnston Board of Canvassers’ third rejection of a … more
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FOR THE KIDS: St.Rocco School children helped run the successful feast.
Johnston's St. Rocco’s Church treats the public to an incredible 82nd feast
Never before, according to records dating back to 2004, has the St. Rocco’s Feast and Festival enjoyed as much sparkling success as last week’s four-day fun, food and music … more
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NEW SPEED HUMP: Johnston Police Chief Joseph Razza and Deputy Chief Mark Vieira inspect a new speed hump as a car crosses it on Cavalcade Boulevard.
Johnston traffic calming project gets new device
In an ongoing effort to reduce speeding in town while also responding to residents’ traffic concerns, the Johnston Police Department continues to modify and improve upon its temporary speed … more
OFFICIAL OPENING: With JPD Chief Joseph P. Razza (left) and Deputy Chief Mark Vieira (right) holding a red ribbon alongside Sophal Cheng and Bob Moulton, Mayor Joseph Polisena performs the ceremonial cutting at last Thursday’s Grand Opening of Rhode Island Homemade Donuts in Johnston.
Rhode Island Homemade Donuts opens Johnston location
Move over Dunkin, there’s a new kid on Rhode Island’s donut block. It’s called Rhode Island Homemade Donuts and has two locations — one at 1745 Main Street in West … more
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TOWN EMPLOYEE/SENATOR PARKING: A black, four-wheel drive Ford Explorer with a blue and white town license plate sat outside Lombardo’s home at 10 Anson Brown — a small dead-end waterfront street. Next to the Explorer, Lombardo parked his white Jaguar Pace SUV, with “SENATE” license plates.
Johnston state senator joins the town’s payroll
Johnston’s state senator has been working for the town since Jan. 1. His opponents say the position was a maneuver to keep him out of the mayor’s race. State Sen. Frank Lombardo III … more
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ARRESTED & CHARGED: Warwick Police arrested Mark Perkins, 62, and charged him with Assault with Intent to Commit Specified Felonies, Larceny, Vandalism and Disorderly Conduct.
‘Radio personality’ allegedly assaulted during Warwick missing person live-stream
Warwick Police arrested a city homeowner Wednesday, Aug. 17, following a livestreamed melee with a local “radio personality.” Around 7 p.m., Wednesday Aug. 17, Warwick Police officers … more
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FANTASTIC FRIENDS: Rebello Ferrante (front), who will turn 99 on Sept. 2, is backed by his best buddy Sal DiSanto during the recent ceremony honoring the U.S. Army veteran for his extraordinary service in the US Army.
Johnston veteran Rebello A. Ferrante turns 99
In 15 short days, Sept. 2 to be precise, Rebello A. Ferrante will celebrate his 99th birthday. But that’s just one of the many facts about a marvelous milestone man, a living legend in … more
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ON THE DRUMS: Johnston’s Mary Hutto, 7, stars in Rhode Island Youth Theatre’s Music Man Jr. at the Park Theatre.
Johnston actress Mary Hutto joins RIYT cast
With just two weeks of prep time and 30 campers, Rhode Island Youth Theatre (RIYT) is ready to perform “Music Man Jr.” at the Historic Park Theatre and Event Center this Friday and … more
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STATE HELP? Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee attended a Warwick Rotary Club luncheon last Thursday, and responded to a question from an organization member regarding soaring winter electric rates and potential state aid for the average middle class Ocean State ratepayer. He promised help was on the way.
As mercury dips, power bills expected to soar
The Ocean State’s new power company issued a warning to customers: “Rhode Island Energy Encourages Customers to Prepare Now for Significantly Higher Winter Electricity Supply … more
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AILING MOM: Dennis Cardillo Jr. holds a photograph of what he says is his mother’s post-operative injury dated July 12. The candidate for state representative in District 42 has been accused of living outside the district. He insists he was merely taking care of his mother in Cranston while she recuperated.
Johnston Board of Canvassers dismisses 'Uncle Rep’s' residency complaints
The Johnston Board of Canvassers has rejected complaints by the man who represents District 42 in the Rhode Island House of Representatives. The race for Rhode Island’s District 42 State … more
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HE HAS A SIGN TOO: David Viens is the father of Dillon Viens, 16, a Johnston resident and student at who died following a “shooting” at 78 Cedar St. The home is now for sale, and David picketed a recent Open House. He carried signs reading: “CRIME SCENE FOR SALE” and “Open Investigation for SALE,” and wanted to ensure potential buyers knew what happened in the house.
Open House held at Johnston home where Dillon Viens lost his life
A Johnston teenager was shot and killed inside the home at 78 Cedar St. An investigation into his death is ongoing, but the house where Dillon Viens died can be bought for $445,000. … more
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