Considering how the personal is the political, the biggest change from Rhode Island House Speaker Nicholas Mattiello to his anticipated …
Hopkins announces members of transition organization Mayor-elect Ken Hopkins on Monday announced the members of his transition organization, and …
By DANIEL KITTREDGE Flanked by doctors from three hospitals, Gov. Gina Raimondo on Nov. 12 said Rhode Island's health care system is becoming …
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At this time of year for the last three years, Joe Gruslin of Pawtucket has visited the Warwick Mall for a gig that has him smiling. He’s cut out for it, too. He has a short, neatly trimmed …
Blood shortages have not ceased during the coronavirus pandemic, and the Rhode Island Blood Center and Johnston High School are once again teaming up to rise to the challenge. Account manager …
Corwin’s wide-set eyes, long legs and whiskers can be captivating. Or could it be his long ears resting on his shoulders that make him so endearing? Corwin, a rabbit with red sneakers in a …
The Rhode Island College Concert Chorus’ virtual performance of “When I Think of You,” composed by Lara Farnell with text by Sara Teasdale, is in consideration for two Grammy Awards …
Victory was extra sweet for Jonét Nichelle when she was crowned Miss Rhode Island USA.Nichelle, a Connecticut native, has taken part in the competition six previous times and never heard her …
Workshops performances of "The Race," a new play written by Mark Binder and directed by Brien Lang, will be held live via Zoom on Dec. 4 and Dec. 6. In "The Race," two jobseekers from vastly different backgrounds vie for the same position in a large,
Our Thanksgiving holiday has always started early in the week when Hubby would shop for food supplies, carefully comparing prices to get the best deals. The day before, he would carefully display all of his purchases on the counter so I could "ooooh" and
By ROB DUGUAY It can be quite intriguing when a talented band comes from the oddest of places. Take Johnston, for instance - a town known to many for its pizza strips and the debate over which bakery has the best. You wouldn't necessarily believe that
We took a break from going to the movies this week because, quite honestly, nothing appealed to us to take us from the comfort and safety of our home. We can report that the Rustic Drive-In is open, starting at 6:15 p.m. to meet the current curfew
Mask fundraiser for homeless animals Friends of the Warwick Animal Shelter (FOWAS) is holding a pet-themed Mask Fundraiser on Saturday, Nov. 21, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. outside on the sidewalk at Pet Supplies Plus, 171 Sockanosset Cross Road, Cranston.
The Gaspee Days Committee is holding a sale on Friday, Nov. 19 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Aspray Boat House. New Gaspee merchandise will be available, including fleece blankets, fleece pullovers, and reusable water bottles. Past favorites like flags
Anthony P. “Duke Belaire” DeCubellis, longtime Rhode Island resident and Jazz legend passed away peacefully at the age of 88 on October 15, 2020 surrounded by family in his home in Derry, NH. …
James (Butch) Reynolds, 98, died peacefully at home in Cranston, R.I. on October 17, 2020, surrounded by family. He was predeceased by his wife, Anna M. (Warburton) Reynolds. He was born in …
Catherine V. “Gin” Murphy, 99 formerly of Edgewood, died peacefully on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at home in the presence of her loving children. She was the beloved wife of the late Edward F. …
Lillian Clare Hassett, 90, of Cranston, passed away on September 18, 2020. She was the wife of the late Alfred F. Hassett, II. Born in Cranston, she was a daughter of the late Lionel and Mary …
Sydney I. Resnick, 94, died Monday, September 21, 2020 at Kent Regency. He was the beloved husband of the late Frances “Pepper” Cohen. Born in Providence, son of the late Max and Sarah …
Lorraine M. (DiPrete) Healey, 68, formerly of Providence passed away Sept 15, 2019. She was a resident of The Cedars in Cranston for several years. Born September 24, 1950, graduated from Hope …
Mrs. Eleanor (Becker) Bannon Reardon Davis, age 93, of Middletown, Rhode Island, passed away at home on August 13, 2020. Eleanor was born in Schenectady, NY, to Gridley A. Becker and Carrie …
Edgar O. Jordan, 87, died Thursday, July 30, 2020 at Kent Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Dorothy L. (Howarth) Jordan with whom he celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on May 7, …
Thomas J. Dodd, III, 68, died Thursday July 16, 2020. He was the beloved husband Cheri (stone) Dodd. Born in Providence, he was a son of the late Thomas J. and Dora (Forncillo) Dodd, Jr. and the …
Francis B. “Bud” Bushell Jr., 79, formerly of Columbia City, died at 9 p.m, Tuesday, June 30, 2020, at the Timbercrest Home of the Brethren, North Manchester where he had been a resident since …
We really wished that, since the start of this whole seemingly never-ending nightmare began this spring, we would never need to write this column again. We hope that those reading this who already do the right things - like wear their masks whenever
By ARDEN BASTIA With hospitals close to reaching their capacity to treat COVID-19 patients, the news media was given a tour on Friday of the Cranston field hospital, a place where the people who built it never want it to open. Accommodations are sparse.
CHILD MOLESTATION On Nov. 9 at 7:41 a.m., police arrested Herber Huayta, 31, 11 Charter St., Johnston, on two counts of first-degree child molestation and two counts of second-degree child molestation. DOMESTIC CHARGES On Nov. 6 at 8:51 a.m., police
CRANSTONBOARD OF CONTRACT AND PURCHASEAGENDA There will be a meeting of the Board of Contract and Purchase on December 1, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. Pursuant to City Council Ordinance, the following …
