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FEDERAL GRANT: Rep. James Langevin announced a $1.1 million federal grant to “rehabilitate and restore” Johnston’s Youth Soccer Complex.
Johnston lands $1.1 million grant for new soccer complex
Rhode Island and Johnston’s top politicians gathered inside the town’s Johnston Indoor Recreation Center Saturday afternoon. Members and coaches of local soccer teams packed the blue … more
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Johnston Police Department
Johnston Police Log, March 24, 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
Raymond A. Grundy
Providence man crashes in Johnston after police pursuit
A Providence man is in custody after allegedly leading local police on a chase in a stolen car that ended with a crash in Johnston.  Around 1 p.m., Feb. 28, members of third watch were … more
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SUSPENSION SPLAT: Around six Johnston High School students have been suspended following an incident in the parking lot involving “Splatter Ball Guns” like this, the SplatRball SRB1200 Full Auto Rechargeable Battery Powered Water Bead Gel Ball Blaster.
Johnston students suspended after parking lot ‘Splat ball gun’ incident
Johnston Police will not be pressing charges against six students who were allegedly playing with toy guns in a school parking lot. "We were not alerted to the incident until the following day," … more
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AWESOME AWARD: Long-time Johnston Senior High School faculty member Greg Russo (left), who has been known as “Mr. JHS Panther” for years, displays the special proclamation he received from Vice Chairman Joseph Rotella at last week’s school committee meeting.
Russo honored by Johnston School Committee for ‘returning normalcy’ to students’ lives
He’s been called "a legend" as well as "one of the most dedicated educators in Johnston High School history." He has established many of the school’s most storied traditions such as … more
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SERVICE RECOGNIZED: Johnston Police Chief Joseph Razza (right) presented Sgt. Brian LeClair with a commemorative plaque during his retirement ceremony.
Johnston Police Sergeant LeClair announces retirement
After 18 years of dedicated and distinguished service to the town and its residents, Sgt. Brian LeClair has retired from the Johnston Police Department. “Brian has done his job with … more
CONCERNED CITIZENS: On March 14, the Johnston Town Council heard concerns from residents regarding five newly proposed solar fields in western Johnston. Wayne J. Forrest lives at 154 Winsor Ave., on the corner of Winsor and Hopkins. He reminded the town's elected officials of quiet, rural neighborhoods that no longer exist.
Johnston solar projects on track for approval
As kids, Wayne J. Forrest, his brothers and friends, held bike races up and down Winsor Avenue. “To say there’s been a lot of changes on Winsor Avenue in 65 years is an … more
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HUMBLE HERO: Sarah Gasbarro (third left), a JHS senior who was honored by the Johnston School Committee for her heroic actions during an emergency, is joined by Susan Mansolillo and District Co-Health Coordinators Valerie Jacavone and Lori Autiello at last week’s ceremony.
Johnston School Committee honors Sarah Gasbarro for heroism
Registered nurses Lori Autiello and Valerie Jacavone, who serve as District Co-Health Coordinators for Johnston Public Schools, have no doubt — none whatsoever  — that Sarah Gasbarro … more
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The district hopes to build a new Early Childhood Center and a new Elementary School, make major renovations at the Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School and the Johnston High School. Voters will vote on a $215 million bond to pay for the school building facility overhaul, most likely during a March referendum.
Johnston School Committee and Town Council meet to discuss school projects
The Johnston School Committee and Town Council planned to hold a pair of special meetings, in joint-session, on the evenings of Wednesday, March 16, and Wednesday, March 23, to discuss school … more
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A DUSTING OF TRADITION: Brendan Notarianni shakes some sugar on a completed batch of zeppoles, as his mother Diane Notarianni, and aunt, Paula Arlia, watch on.
Solitro’s Bakery wins Best Zeppoles Contest
Michael Solitro Jr. left behind one giant “PUDDIN’ Hat” to fill. In the thick of their first zeppole season without him, Solitro’s daughters, … more
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SUPER SELLERS: JHS students Alyssa Pascale, Isabella Ribezzo, Trinity Blondin and Gabriella Pascale show off some of the 1,202 calendars that were sold during the highly-successful fundraiser that will help fund the music students April 7-11 trip to Williamsburg, Va.
Johnston Music Department calendar raffle sales already double last year’s
“Thank You Johnston!” exclaimed Ron Lamoureux, chairman of Johnston High School’s national award-winning Music Department. “With so much generosity from many, many donors, we … more
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Johnston Senior High School, 2nd Quarter Honor Roll
School Year: 2021-2022 Q2 Honor Roll ... more
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