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East Little League ready to play ball
Cranston East Little League opened its season and celebrated Opening Day last Saturday at Carberry Field in Cranston. The league held its annual parade to the field and welcomed players, families and … more
Seventy-eight apple pies were baked on location to be served up to hundreds of guests who came out in support of the longtime community event.
Sure as the calendar
1,600 trays of cornbread. 145 pounds of ham. 78 apple pies. And copious amounts of piping hot coffee at the ready. These and more are what it takes to feed hundreds of guests at a local church … more
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Its niche needing more space, Sonia’s heads for Atwood Ave.
Sonia’s Market & Deli, a popular eatery on Park Avenue, is staying in the city, but will soon move to more spacious quarters on Atwood Avenue, according to an announcement it posted to its … more
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At Seven Stars it’s always time to make lots of artisanal bread
The seventh Seven Stars had its soft opening on May 7, with grand opening celebrations set for Wednesday, May 14, according to JJ Smith, the CEO of the artisan bread company. Most recently, … more
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Recently appointed Director of Public Works Frank Corrao in his office.
City has first full-time DPW chief in 2 years
A crucial yet persistently empty position in the Department of Public Works has been filled by City Council approval of Cranston’s first permanent DPW director hiring since the post was last … more
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Joe Joe
Joe Joe
Joe Joe is a small senior (nine years old) pup who’s looking for a warm lap and lots of love! He’s a pint-sized guy who loves being with you, playing in the yard and enjoys yummy treats! … more
The Cranston Police Department’s annual spring festival is a great time for families to come enjoy the day and support a good cause that Capt. Dutra says will help Cranston families in need.
Bouncy houses, bands, and a bigger cause
What do face painting, bouncy houses, craft vendors, food trucks and a “jeep club” have in common? On Sunday, May 18, they will all be part of the activities offered at annual Cranston … more
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Leigh Vincola kicked off the first market of the season in Pawtuxet and the first as market manager.
First farmers of the season
The Pawtuxet Village Farmers Market popped open its tents this weekend off Broad Street near Rhodes-on-the-Pawtuxet. It was also the first market for Leigh Vincola of Warwick. She’s the new … more
Cranston Chatter
May 9: 60 th Gaspee Days will with a Museum Night at the Aspray Boat House and the Pawtuxet Rangers Armory, both in Warwick from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tickets are $30/pp and include a beer or wine and a … more
Hunter’s Garage in Pawtuxet Village is being proposed as the site for a connected two building development with six residential units and 1,500 square feet of commercial space.
‘Self-contained’ development proposed for Pawtuxet
Anthony Albanese Sr. thinks of the latest version for the future for Hunter’s Garage on the Warwick side of Pawtuxet Bridge as the “last hurrah.”  It’s no wonder in … more
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Helping to bring spring to Sprague Mansion
Cranston Rotary members volunteered their Sunday morning beautifying the grounds of the Sprague Mansion on Cranston Street. Sprague is home to the Cranston Historical Society. Some of the more … more
From left to right: Karen Santilli, of Cranston and CEO, Greater Providence YMCA, Anthony Gibney, Executive Director, Cranston YMCA, Senator Jack Reed, Dan DaPonte, Chair, Greater Providence YMCA Board of Directors, Amanda Kelly, COO, Greater Providence YMCA).
Y opens doors to families, senior senator
Rain didn’t dampen spirits at the Cranston YMCA on Park Ave on April 26. From the Cranston Police K-9, Czar, to face painting, a karate demonstration and basketball the gymnasium was buzzing … more
Police log
RECKLESS DRIVING On May 1 at 11:44 p.m., officers arrested Michael Barney, 30, of 28 Connecticut St. Apt. 3, Cranston on charges of Reckless Driving/Eluding Police, Resisting Legal or Illegal … more
The Transportation Security Administration checkpoint inside Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport in March 2023.
Airport officials drop petition to take TSA screening private
State airport officials on Friday withdrew a petition filed a week earlier to join the Transportation Security Administration  Screening Partnership Program , canceling a move that could have … more
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A lineup of the Bishop Hendricken High School Mock Trial team members, coaches and those assisting with a recent practice session before leaving for the national competition.
It’s a mock trial, but the pressure is real
The defense was ready to present its case. It would argue that the defendant, Hollis Trimble, was innocent of attempted homicide even though he owned a gun, planted a fake car bomb as a gag and … more
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City Hall elevator still out of service
The Cranston City Hall elevator will continue to be out of service following a repair delay. It has been out of service since the week of April 20. An essential part of the elevator, a rope … more
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KIDS COUNT warns of federal cuts to family support programs
The 2025 KIDS COUNT Factbook, released Monday, has identified affordable access to housing, education, healthcare and nutrition as continued top priorities when it comes to supporting children and … more
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MAE volunteer Cindy Lantz (left) with Tuni Schartner, executive director of the MAE Organization, in the pantry room where they organize and package food items to distribute to their clients.
Mae Organization seeks ‘narrow, deep’ bonds with clients
Tuni Schartner, the recently appointed executive director of the Mae Organization for the Homeless, has a lot on her mind. Since Martinha Javid founded the organization almost 17 years ago, it … more
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The Cranston East boys volleyball team celebrates after scoring a point. Beacon Media photos by Alex Sponseller
Bolts sweep rival Falcons
The Cranston East boys volleyball team swept crosstown rival West 3-0 (25-19/25-14/31-29) to win its second straight matchup against the Falcons and improve to 6-4 overall. The Bolts cruised … more
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East Little League opens season
Cranston East Little League celebrated its annual Opening Day ceremony on Saturday at the Carberry fields. As always, the festivities began with a parade that concluded on the infield. New league … more
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