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Renters in Rhode Island will be seeing a number of new protections in the new year, granted by lawmakers who hope to stem a rising tide of housing instability and homelessness happening across Rhode …
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By KEVIN FITZPATRICK
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1/10/24
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Kids across cranston were quick to take advantage of the first snow of the season. The winter storm that rolled over New England all weekend brought perfect conditions sledding Sunday and Monday, and …
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1/10/24
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Twelve hours after ringing in the New Year, thousands were wringing water from their ears after jumping into the ocean for the Polar Plunge at Easton’s Beach in Newport.
The annual event, …
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By ADAM ZANGARI
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1/3/24
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We work to create a healthier, happier Cranston for all residents through events, workshops, resident-led working groups and The Huddle Center, our Cranston Family Support Center.
Coffee and …
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1/3/24
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Patrons of the Blue Room ushered in 2024 in style with The Kim Trusty Band and the Catnip Junkies, two bands with serious classic vibes. The club hosted two shows, one early in the evening for the …
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1/3/24
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The students at Oaklawn Elementary were treated to an early holiday gift from the PTO. On Friday, December 15 they saw Parker Basketball Jones.
Jones visited to help spread the messages of …
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1/3/24
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MAE Organization for the Homeless held a giveaway on December 22 for local families in need, giving toys and holiday essentials to over 60 children from 30 different families. Carolers as well as …
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1/3/24
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After more than two years of debate, the mayor’s vision of Budlong Pool is entering the bidding process.
Mayor Kenneth Hopkins has commissioned a request for proposal, which is currently …
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By KEVIN FITZPATRICK
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1/3/24
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New Year ’s Day arrived as a whisper.
The still waters of the Providence River reflected gray clouds. The Fields Point giant wind turbines stood tall, their blades frozen. The Edgewood …
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By JOHN HOWELL
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1/3/24
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Garden City Elementary School, Cranston’s new vision of elementary education has concluded its first trimester. From fifty-year-old buildings, students and teachers alike have transitioned to a …
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By KEVIN FITZPATRICK
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1/3/24
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New Year ’s Day arrived as a whisper.
The still waters of the Providence River reflected gray clouds. The Fields Point giant wind turbines stood tall, their blades frozen. The Edgewood …
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By JOHN HOWELL
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1/3/24
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The ex-boss at the Central Landfill has taken over as CEO of J.R. Vinagro Corporation, following his resignation last month. And his new employer, Vinagro Corp. has now taken over road and bridge …
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By RORY SCHULER
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1/2/24
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We work to create a healthier, happier Cranston for all residents through events, workshops, resident-led working groups and The Huddle Center, our Cranston Family Support Center.
Celia’s …
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12/27/23
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The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) invites Rhode Islanders to kick off 2024 and celebrate the New Year by joining a #FirstDayHike at George Washington State Campground in …
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12/27/23
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Thanks to the generosity of Bank Rhode Island (BankRI) customers, staff and the community, the holiday season has been made brighter for underprivileged children across the Ocean State. The …
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12/27/23
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Generally, after high school graduation, people go on with their lives, and rarely stay in touch with classmates.
That is not the case with this group.
“The Cranston East class of …
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By PAM SCHIFF
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12/27/23
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The RI chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI-RI) offers free support groups for families and friends of loved ones who are struggling with their mental health. The groups are led …
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12/27/23
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Kids at Barrows and Waterman Elementary schools faced schoolmates, parents, teachers, and a panel of professional architects on December 20 to pitch their ideas for furniture for the new Gladstone …
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By KEVIN FITZPATRICK
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12/27/23
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Herald Staff Reports
Cranston’s Fire Chief formally announced his retirement last week and Mayor Kenneth Hopkins announced his successor.
Fire Chief James Warren formalized his …
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Herald Staff Reports
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12/27/23
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A resolution to bring a $40 million bond for Cranston Public Schools before voters in a special election next year has passed in the city council in a 6-3 decision along party lines.
The …
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By KEVIN FITZPATRICK
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12/27/23
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