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Public sessions on schools budget begin

With local-government budget season upon us, Cranston’s School Committee will meet Thursday to hold a public budget work session. Superintendent Jeanine Nota-Masse will present her proposed …

Frias steps into new role: Planning chair

Cranston has a new president and chairman of its Planning Commission. Steve Frias, who used to hold one of the top positions in the Rhode Island Republican Party as its national committeeman …
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Falcons stay hot with win over NK

The Cranston boys hockey co-op stayed hot in Division II by beating visiting North Kingstown 4-2 on Monday afternoon and extending its win streak to three games to climb back above .500. The Skippers …

RI Supreme Court denies Natick residents, solar development to move forward

The State Supreme Court last week rejected a group of residents’ request to hear an appeal of a Superior Court ruling that allows a solar farm to be built off Natick Avenue. The high …
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Bridget Gonzalez (left) and Mariah DeFusco (right) scoop up the fresh snow to make "snow babies" on the sloping grounds around Rhodes on the Pawtuxet in Cranston.

First cold blast of ’25 brings flurries of fun

Iacone earns community officer of the year honors

Two are police officers recently received distinguished recognition from the Rhode Island Police Chiefs Association. Cranston Police Detective Michael Iacone was named as the Community Officer …

Police Log

SHOPLIFTING On Jan. 14, at approx. 5:24 p.m., officers arrested Elaine Buco, 58, of 496 Beverage Hill Ave. Pawtucket, for Shoplifting – Felony and Habitual Offender – Shoplifting. …

Time to solidify hockey co-op procedures

We’re in the thick of the high school hockey season and we have seen it all to this point. Some top teams have remained on top, some have fallen off, some risers have made a splash. It has been …

West looks to get healthy, make noise down stretch

The Cranston West wrestling program is in the thick of its regular season and has jumped out to a 2-3 start. The Falcons continue to boast some of the best numbers in Rhode Island with a handful of …

Pezza earns LEC award

Rhode Island College freshman Quiana Pezza (Cranston) was named the Little East Women’s Rookie Field Athlete of the Week for her performance at the URI Invitational on Saturday, Jan. 18. Pezza …
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First-time home buyers Neil and Renee.

Buying your first home — what you need to know

Buying your first home can be exciting, terrifying, and thrilling – often all at once! The numerous decisions and unfamiliar terms that come with the process, such as interest rates, mortgage …

Home Exterior Trends for 2024

Family Features A home’s exterior is often the first thing guests or potential buyers see, meaning its curb appeal can have a significant impact on making a good first impression. Whether …
JERRY SPRINGER: FIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION

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JERRY SPRINGER: FIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION * * * * This revealing documentary delves into the personal and professional life of the late Jerry Springer, the former Cincinnati mayor who brought …
Police Logs

Police Log

SHOPLIFTING, CONSPIRACY, AND WARRANT OF ARREST On Jan. 07, at approx. 8:36 p.m., officers arrested Viviana Romero, 23, of 88 West 7th St. Apt # 5050 Boston MA, for Shoplifting, Conspiracy, and a …

Police Log

DOMESTIC SIMPLE ASSAULT On Jan. 01, at approx. 4:02 a.m., officers arrested Nicholas W. Villafane, 34, of 231 Sterling Ave. 1 st floor Providence for Domestic Simple Assault 1 st offense and …

Police Log

BREAKING AND ENTERING On Dec. 17, at approx. 2:19 p.m., inspectors arrested Savion McKenna, 18, of 99 Midfield Dr. # 7 Waterbury, Connecticut for Breaking and Entering/Building/Felonious Intent …
CRANSTON CHATTER

Cranston Chatter

Jan. 22, Cranston Senior Enrichment Center  will be presenting a “Winter Health” session on Wed., Jan. 22, at 10:00 a.m. The session will be held at the center, 1070 Cranston …
Obituaries

Kuzman, Kenneth King

On December 19th, 2024, Kenneth King Kuzman, Jr. (54), of Downingtown, Pennsylvania and formerly Warwick, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully while skiing at Okemo Mountain with his longtime …

Curti, George

George Curti, “Mister Wonderful”, 89, of Cranston, passed away peacefully Thursday, January 16, 2025, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Mary Margaret …
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What’s RI’s housing forecast? It depends on us

If there’s anything certain about Rhode Island’s 2025 housing forecast, it’s that it’s impossible to predict. Certainly, we can’t look to national forecasts to draw upon. While most of the country is seeing housing supply grow, Rhode Island’s is shrinking...