STORY OF THE WEEK: Back in the day, the approach of the end of February would signal the time for the Providence Newspaper Guild Follies – the bygone annual satiric sendup of the year in Rhode … more

Johnston’s probate judge has been placed on leave, following charges linked to an alleged million dollar collectible-theft from a dead Cranston man’s estate. Rhode Island Attorney … more

The City of Cranston’s five-member Probate Judge Advisory Commission (PJAC) interviewed three candidates and voted 4-1 to recommend reappointing George M. Cappello. The City Council, … more

In a Jan. 11 press release, the four Republican City Council members criticized the council’s Democratic Majority for an absence of transparency and suppressing any real vetting in … more

Cranston Municipal and Probate Court added three new members to its ranks during inauguration ceremonies  on Jan. 2. Nominated by City Council members, the newly appointed judges include Cynthia … more

Making history Justice Melissa A. Long is sworn in as a member of the Rhode Island Supreme Court during a ceremony on the steps of the State House on Monday. Long is the first Black person to serve on the court. (Courtesy of Rhode Island Courts) more

By JOHN HOWELL "e;I think I have a story for you,"e; Francis X. Flaherty said early Saturday morning. Flaherty was wearing black, but not the black robes of his attire as an Associate Supreme Court Justice, a post he has held for nearly 18 years. Rather, he more