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About 90 lifeguards have already been hired to work at Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) beaches ahead of the summer 2025 season. But more are still needed.
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By JANINE WEISMAN
Rhode Island Current
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5/14/25
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The Cranston Rotary Club concluded its annual Share the Love food drive this past week. gathering donations of food from elementary schools across the city to donate to local pantries.
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5/14/25
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East, West recognize student achievement
May is always a busy time for Cranston schools as the academic year ends with ceremonies, graduations and events celebrating student achievements.
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5/14/25
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Mothers and community members alike flocked to the Cranston Senior Center to celebrate a special Mother’s Day with a full lunch and gifts to go with the occasion. Sky Marcos, Programs Director …
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5/14/25
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Lifelong newspaper man and Warwick Beacon editor (and former publisher) John Howell has always been all about getting the story right. Well, on Saturday, he was the right story, joining eight …
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By BARBARA POLICHETTI
Beacon Media Staff Writer
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5/14/25
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Kara Meneses of Cranston lost her mother Kathleen Reddy to cancer in 2022. Since then, Mother’s Day hasn’t been one for celebration.
But, this year, that changed when she decided to …
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By ROSEGALIE CINEUS
BeaconMedia Staff Writer
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5/14/25
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The Warwick Rotary Club planted a lot of good will Thursday although by the time it is harvested, people will never know the club had a hand in it.
As a community service project organized by …
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By JOHN HOWELL
Warwick Beacon Editor
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5/14/25
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Get ready for some drama in the Ocean State — Bravo’s “Real Housewives” franchise is coming to Rhode Island.
The network announced the latest iteration of the …
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By CHRISTOPHER SHEA
Rhode Island Current
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5/14/25
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With the summer heat fast approaching, outdoor activities are finally making a return, including outdoor farmer markets.
Beginning on Sunday, May 18, Garden City will host its first …
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By ROSEGALIE CINEUS
Beacon Media Staff Writer
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5/14/25
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President Ronald Reagan once said that “there is nothing better for the inside of a man than the outside of a horse.”
Steven Feinberg, the executive director of the Rhode Island Film …
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By MIKE LEVESQUE
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5/14/25
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Is a Rhode Island bottle bill in the cards this year?
Warwick State Senator Mark McKenney, who introduced the legislation in the Senate, wouldn’t have placed odds on it a month ago. But …
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By JOHN HOWELL
Warwick Beacon Editor
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5/14/25
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Are you looking for a fun-loving, active boy who will steal your heart? Well, here you go, meet BamBam! This young, handsome fellow loves to play fetch and brings smiles to everyone's face wherever …
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5/14/25
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The Cranston West golf team is in the midst of a breakout spring season as it topped East Greenwich on Monday to improve to 8-0-1 overall. With the win, the Falcons have the inside track toward their …
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By ALEX SPONSELLER
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5/13/25
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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 …
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5/7/25
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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 …
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By ROSEGALIE CINEUS
Beacon Media Staff Writer
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5/7/25
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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 …
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By BARBARA POLICHETTI
Beacon Media Staff Writer
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5/7/25
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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.
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By JOY FOX
Beacon Media Publisher
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5/7/25
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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 …
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By ROSEGALIE CINEUS
Beacon Media Staff Writer
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5/7/25
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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! …
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5/7/25
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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 …
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By ROSEGALIE CINEUS
Beacon Media Staff Writer
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5/7/25
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