It was 1996 when Rhode Island voters approved Article VI, Section 3 in the Rhode Island Constitution. In case you’re unfamiliar, it’s the part of the state’s Constitution that provides cost of … more

Consolidation has been a political buzzword for at least a decade. Each election, candidates build their campaign house on a foundation of promises for government efficiency. They pledge to cut back … more

In this week's editorial, we take a look at the school classifications released last week by the RI Department of Education. Most of the schools fell somewhere in the "typical" range, so what does this mean? Will we settle for mediocrity? … more

In this week's editorial, we discuss the homecoming of Miss USA, Olivia Culpo, the first Miss Rhode Island to win the national title. The state pulled out all the stops to celebrate the "beauty queen," but we think that's a good thing. Why? Read more to find out… more

It’s been less than a week since the Supreme Court upheld the Affordable Care Act, labeling it “constitutional” and setting in motion a frenzy of polarized assertions. The drama that surrounded the Court’s ruling was resounding. Locally, health care providers, the Tea Party … more

In the next week, if you hear a knock at your door around dinnertime, don’t be alarmed; it’s probably a candidate for office. So it begins. The Declaration of Candidacy period began on … more

H.P. Lovecraft wrote, “The oldest and strongest emotion of mankind is fear, and the oldest and strongest kind of fear is fear of the unknown.” Lovecraft was right. If knowledge is power, … more

As adults, we choose the people we want to surround ourselves with. We select a career path that draws upon our talents. We pursue academic, professional or leisure activities that we feel passionate … more

You walk out to the curb, arms filled with empty milk jugs, cereal boxes and, of course, a copy of last week’s Cranston Herald. You hesitate, surveying the contents of the green recycling bin and … more

In 1868, the Grand Army of the Republic established Declaration Day as a time to honor the armed forces. On that day, Americans would decorate the graves of soldiers with flowers. The name of the … more