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. Free Gift … more

Mayor Kenneth J. Hopkins has declared that Cranston officials are ready to tackle the upcoming winter and snow season.  “I want to advise Cranston residents and businesses that our … more

During his childhood years, Stan Winman was always fascinated with Christmas lights. Today, that fascination has grown into an extraordinary 250,000-plus Christmas Lighting Spectacular at Praise … more

Cranston State Representative Jacqueline Baginski is lucky in cards and knows when to listen to some valuable coaching. For the second consecutive year, she made it to the table of champions at … more

Prices have risen everywhere in the last few years and several school projects are costing far more than originally projected, requiring just more funding to get across the finish line. The … more

The board of commissioners offered outgoing Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation (RIRRC) Executive Director Joseph Reposa a round of applause Friday on his last day on the job. Reposa held the Ocean State’s lone landfill’s top post in Johnston for more than six years. His annual salary was at least $245,000. He’ll also receive a $25,000 bonus on the way out the door (and stay on as a consultant). more

Highest Honors Grade 12:   Donovan Adams, Amina Alhassan, Samuel Alkhanji, Juliana Andrus, Jayden Bogle, Mariana Brito, Lily Buco, Stephen Capirchio, Anthony Carbone, Alex Ceseretti, Sarah … more

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. Self-Care Bags … more

 Gasoline prices keep falling as global oil markets last week shrugged off news of deeper production cuts announced by OPEC+ member countries, reflecting the diminishing power of the Saudi-led … more

“New” means change but that should deter students and their parents from seeking financial assistance for college education. What’s new is what the Federal Student Aid Office … more

The first day of 2024 will be special for many reasons. Numerous groups and individuals will head to the ocean for a great cause while helping two local kids who are battling life-threatening … more

The Cranston League for Cranston’s Future was named one of two Cranston nonprofits to  receive grants from the Champlin Foundation last week.. To the tune of $167,000,  this … more

1070 Cranston Street, Cranston, RI 02920 401-780-6000 Our programs assist, inform, entertain, and enrich the lives of individuals 55 years and older.   FREE Digital Skills … more

Thirteen students from the Apprentice Exploration School along with four AES instructors and four city workers were recognized by Mayor Ken Hopkins for their collaborative work on the City Sidewalk … more

Cranston residents gathered on a rainy Sunday, December 3 for a warm welcome: Holiday Cheer from the Governor Sprague Mansion. The open house event hosted by the Cranston Historical Society was open … more

Cranston Artists’ Exchange hosted its 19th annual Gingerbread House Decorating Contest on December 2 with help from URI Saves. Families reserved houses in advance for the opportunity to … more

James Harrison’s story does not stir sympathy. The Johnston man was accused of peeping through a young neighbor’s window in May. The next morning he allegedly killed his mother and a … more

Cranston schools will soon have modern, accessible playgrounds if the City Council has anything to say about it. On Monday  the Council Finance Committee approved a resolution co-sponsored … more

An enthusiastic City Council unanimously approved a resolution Nov. 20 to  recognize the efforts of OneCranston Health Equity Zone at CCAP for their work on the annual “Community Builders … more

The campaign to re-elect Mayor Kenneth Hopkins has begun in earnest. In the first week of December, Cranstonians have begun receiving letters bearing the mayor’s signature inviting supporters … more