In order to attain the rank of Eagle Scout, Robert Bitgood has, with the help of his troop, Troop 22 Cranston, placed collection boxes for American flags ready to be retired in several locations … more

The city of Cranston held its fifth annual Pride Flag Raising on June 21 to celebrate its acceptance and support of the LGBTQ+ community. (Photos by Steve Popiel) more

Mayor Kenneth J. Hopkins and members of Rhode Island Day of Portugal held a flag raising last week in recognition of the international June 10th holiday. Joined by RI Day of Portugal President … more

Mayor Ken Hopkins raised the pink ribbon flag for breast cancer awareness month outside City Hall Thursday night; this is the first time the city has flown the flag. “This is an extremely … more

By EMMA BARTLETT For the fourth year in a row, Cranston raised the pride flag outside City Hall; it will fly there for the remainder of June. “It fills my heart to hear and read about so … more

“Like so many Americans, my heart breaks for the Ukrainian people. I am flying the Ukrainian flag at City Hall to signify our support for them during this horrific time. My prayers are with the … more

On Tuesday, Dec. 21, Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee issued the following statement marking the 3,000th Rhode Island death from COVID-19. “Today, Rhode Island is witnessing a heartbreaking … more

City Hall honors law enforcement Cranston Mayor Ken Hopkins commemorated National Law Enforcement Week last week with a City Hall ceremony and flag-raising. The mayor was joined by Col. Michael Winquist, Cranston's police chief, along with Detective more

By PEDER S. SCHAEFER On March 12 last year, Ken Gilbert, the newly elected commodore of the Edgewood Yacht Club, drew a big X through the club's remaining events for the spring and summer, after Rhode Island went into full COVID-19 lockdown. The social more