Keyword: Olympics
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The Summer Olympic Games kicked off in Paris last week, heralding the beginning of a three-week period where the world’s most talented athletes gather to seek glory for their homelands on the … more
It would be challenging to list the highlights of Doris Brennan Weir’s athletic career without omitting some accomplishment, title or record. She was simply among the finest female swimmers in … more
THEIR CHAMPION: Cranston Police Detective Eric LeClerc has been named the state’s first recipient of the Elwood Johnson Outstanding Service Award by Special Olympics Rhode Island. He … more
Special Olympics Rhode Island (SORI), a non-profit organization dedicated to providing year-round sports training and competition for individuals with intellectual disabilities, announced the appointment of … more
Garden City kicked off autumn with a celebration of movement, hosting the Special Olympics and the Cranston Police Department for a walk-a-thon and a 5K run on Sunday, October 22. “Garden … more
The Renegade Wrestling Alliance teamed up with the Icebreakers and held their much-anticipated Spectacle event last weekend at the Johnston Indoor Recreation Center to raise funds for the Special … more
Renegade Wrestling Alliance will be putting on a show this weekend at the Johnston Indoor Recreation Center as it is set to host another professional charity event with all proceeds going toward the … more
The Cranston Cyclones competed in this year’s Special Olympics Summer Games, held during the first weekend of June in North Kingstown, winning gold in soccer. The team participated in … more
The 2022 Special Olympics USA Games is joining forces with Jersey Mike’s locations throughout Rhode Island  for its 12th Annual March “Month of Giving” campaign. During the … more
'Celebrate the Movement' boosts Special Olympics On Sunday morning, approximately 200 walkers arrived in Garden City Center to participate in the Celebrate the Movement Walk-a-thon to benefit Special Olympics Rhode Island. After a warm welcome from Mike more
I know that I am probably going to receive a ton of flack for this column, but I can't hold back any further. I am so glad that the Olympics are over. Do I hate the Olympics? No, as a sports nut, there is always something that intrigues me enough to pay more