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Class Reunion Oct. 11, 2025, Pilgrim High School Class of 1975’s 50 th  Reunion will be held on Sat., Oct. 11, 2025 at Quonset “O” Club, 200 Lt. James Brown … more
The Budlong Pool, closed since 2020, will be replaced by a new pool less than half its size but with a preserved pool house.
City plans July opening of Budlong Pool’s successor
Since the city closed it in 2020, the Budlong Pool has occupied a murky and contentious place in Cranston, its fate uncertain and residents questioning the city’s plans for it. Now, as the … more
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Kyle Fellela (center, in the striped outfit with red bow tie), Cranston resident and longtime Penguin Plunger, sprints toward the water at the start of last year’s Penguin Plunge. The red bow tie signifies that he has earned the title “Penguin Plunge Excelsior” from Special Olympics Rhode Island. Excelsiors are longtime participants and top fundraisers in the plunge. (Photo submitted by Special Olympics RI)
The Plunge: ‘All there for the same reason’
Cold, shocking, exciting – a rush. That’s what it feels like to plunge into frigid water at the beach in the depth of winter. Every year, hardy residents statewide take a plunge into the … more
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Cranston inaugural to focus on renewal
Cranston’s inauguration ceremony is set for Monday, Jan. 6, at Cranston High School West. The event will mark the ceremonial swearing in of City Council and School Committee members for … more
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Jeannine Nota-Masse, superintendent of Cranston Public Schools.
Creating meaningful opportunities
Cranston Public Schools had a successful start to the school year. We are proud to have a Milken Award Winner at Glen Hills Elementary School announced in October. Maria Santonastaso is an … more
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Cranston year in review
Wein-O-Rama bids farewell, rises again Beacon Media staff reports After 62 years, brothers George and Ernie Sotirakos decided the time had come to close the doors of Wein-O-Rama, located at … more
First snow (Jan. 8): Kids took advantage of the first snow of the season, which brought perfect sledding conditions! (Beacon Media photos by Pam Schiff and Steve Popiel)
Cranston year in photos
Eighth graders Jordan Duran (left) and Elizabeth Reyes (right) finish the exhibit and complete the scavenger hunt activity before heading back to class.
Mobile museum debuts at school, its mission to foster understanding
A museum on wheels made its way to Park View Middle School recently for its first school presentation yet. The Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Mobile Museum set up shop for a two-day … more
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Latest study: RI best state for reporting
Rhode Island is the state with the highest percentage of law enforcement agencies reporting crime data to the FBI according to a new study. The study, conducted by Pre-Settlement Legal Funding … more
Ryan says his legacy as chief will be his honesty, fairness and in his estimation, that he was a “firefighter’s firefighter.”
Retiring fire chief urges successor to keep an open door, listen
Cranston Fire Chief Robert Ryan will retire before the new year. His last day will be Dec. 27 after not quite a year in the job. At last week’s City Council meeting, the mayor’s … more
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Bulletin Board
Class Reunion Oct. 11, 2025, Pilgrim High School Class of 1975’s 50 th  Reunion will be held on Sat., Oct. 11, 2025 at Quonset “O” Club, 200 Lt. James Brown … more
2110 Plainfield Pike, Cranston RI 02921 (Source: RIliving.com)
Top 3 Cranston home sales 2024
2110 Plainfield Pike, Cranston RI 02921 $3 million Sold on March 7, 2024 Listing broker: Chad Dupuis Coldwell Banker Coastal Homes 76 Seaview Avenue, Cranston RI 02905 $2.832 million Sold on … more
The crosswalk in front of the Conimicut post office is generally a good place to cross West Shore Road. Using the walk here is police Col. Brad Connor. (Beacon Media photo)
Data: Warwick crosswalks safer than RI norm
Are crosswalks in Warwick safer than those in other parts of the state? That appears to be one conclusion from a recent study that found Rhode Island crosswalks among the most dangerous in the … more
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Knowing where to cross
City Council President Steve McAllister came to a stop and snapped this photo of Canada geese crossing   Arnolds Neck Drive where the city recently installed a sign that flashes the speed … more
GETTING THE WIN: Members of the Cranston boys hockey co-op celebrate after scoring a goal in the season opener against Coventry/Johnston last week. (Photos by Mike Zawistoski)
Falcons cruise to win in opener
The Cranston-Woonsocket boys hockey co-op skated out to an 8-3 win against Coventry/Johnston last week in its opener, setting the tone for what should be a big season for the Falcons. … more
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Eddy and Margie Borbe with their new home. (Beacon Media photos by Barbara Polichetti)
Constructive (and collapsing) fun at gingerbread competition
Construction skills met creativity last week when the Cranston Senior Center held a competition dedicated to building the best holiday gingerbread houses. It was a colorful affair, as participants … more
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City Council welcomes new faces, bids farewell to others
Mayor Kenneth Hopkins faces some big personnel changes at the top of the new year. At the last City Council meeting of the year on Monday, the mayor’s chief of staff, Anthony Moretti, … more
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Here's what's happening around Cranston
The Cranston Historical Society invites you to visit the Governor Sprague Mansion Museum Gift Shop — For a unique last minute gift, come see what our Museum Shop has for your selection.  … more
Cranston Senior Enrichment Center
Our programs assist, inform, entertain, and enrich the lives of individuals 55 years and older. Functional Fitness Tuesdays – 9:30 a.m. Fee: $3.00 Functional Fitness is a … more
Cranston Police Log 12-18-2024
DRUG POSSESSION On Dec. 16, at 12:38 a.m., officers arrested Jasmin Silva, 27, of 100 Broad St. Apt. 312, Providence for possession of schedule I-V 2nd offense. The arrest was the result of a … more
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