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WITH HONORS: An American Airlines plane carrying the remains of U.S. Army First Lt. Anthony R. Mazzulla landed at T.F. Green International Airport in Warwick Tuesday afternoon. His flag-covered coffin was welcomed with honors, and transported to Nardolillo Funeral Home in Cranston via motorcade. In near-silence, a Rhode Island Army National Guard honor guard carried him through the door, past his surviving relatives, all born after he disappeared.
Johnston soldier, MIA for nearly 70 years, returns home to Rhode Island
The telegram arrived on Jan. 8, 1951. U.S. Army First Lt. Anthony R. Mazzulla went Missing In Action more than a month earlier, on Dec. 2, 1950. His mother had already lost one son. Losing a … more
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Following the Johnston Town Council’s unanimous approval of a Tax Stabilization Agreement (TSA) with the online mega-retailer, in which the company will pay around 60 percent of its tax obligation over the next two decades, the town qualified for Rhode Island’s Tax Stabilization Incentive (TSI) program. The Rhode Island Commerce Corporation Board of Directors met and voted unanimously to approve a $1.5 million reimbursement for Johnston.
RI Commerce Corporation grants Johnston $1.5M to help cover Amazon’s ‘foregone’ taxes
Ocean State taxpayers will pay Johnston $1.5 million to help cover a small portion of the tax burden Amazon won’t be paying. Following the Johnston Town Council’s unanimous approval of … more
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THE MAN AND HIS MACHINE: John Ricci poses for a photo with his fully restored 1934 Cadillac.
Johnston man shows ’34 Cadillac in Newport's 2021 Concours d’Elegance
John Ricci unveiled his 1934 Cadillac slowly. He peeled off sheets and blankets like small strips of wrapping paper. The bright red hood and its chrome accents flashed in the afternoon sun streaming through the garage door windows. " more
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LOCAL LANDMARK: The Park Theatre, which has been closed for events since the onset of the pandemic, may soon become the home of a new performing arts venue with additional components. Ed Brady and Jeff Quinlan have reached a purchase agreement with the facility’s current owner, with hopes to close the transaction this fall.
Park Theatre's 'next chapter' in the works
By DANIEL KITTREDGE A new chapter in the storied history of the Park Theatre is in the works. Ed Brady and Jeff Quinlan, whose Dig In Dining restaurant group includes the Thirsty Beaver and other establishments in the area, are eying the local landmark more
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WELCOME ABOARD: Newly appointed Ward 4 Councilman Richard Campopiano receives a round of applause following the City Council’s vote Monday in Council Chambers at City Hall.
On unanimous vote, Campopiano appointed to Ward 4 council seat
By DANIEL KITTREDGE Ward 4, which includes much of Western Cranston, has a new representative on the City Council. On an 8-0 vote during a special session ahead of the council's regular monthly meeting Monday, Richard Campopiano was appointed to fill the more
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LOOMING SYMBOLS: The American flag flapped high above the crowd gathered outside St. Rocco School for last Friday’s “Prayer for Peace and Healing on the 20th Anniversary of 9/11.”
St. Rocco School in Johnston pauses to remember those lost on 9/11
Matthew Newell was playing on the St. Rocco School playground on the morning of Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2001. The carefree 9-year-old heard a teacher calling his name. The fourth-grader, wearing his … more
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LEADING THE WAY: Gov. Dan McKee makes a statement at Johnston High School on Wednesday.
Gov. McKee makes vaccine pitch in Johnston
Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee, along with Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos made the trip to Johnston High School to provide the state with its weekly COVID-19 update on Wednesday afternoon. In collaboration … more
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The Rhode Island Building and Construction Trades Council (RIBCTC) also announced its support for the construction of the six-story, 3,864,972 square-foot “new, state-of-the-art Amazon Robotics Sortable Fulfillment Center.” The organization — a federation of 16 local trade unions — swarmed into Wednesday night’s meeting, wearing fluorescent T-shirts. Two trucks bedazzled by flashing electric signs were parked outside the Johnston High School.
Now, Amazon’s a done deal in Johnston
Johnston has a new biggest taxpayer. The Johnston Town Council voted unanimously Wednesday night to approve a Tax Stabilization Agreement with Amazon. “This agreement if approved by you … more
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FULL CRATES: Crates of honey crisp apples are ready for eating at Appleland Orchard in Smithfield. Appleland will be bringing fruit and apple treats to this year’s Apple Festival in Johnston.
33rd annual Apple Festival returns to Johnston this weekend
The apples are fat and ready for plucking. The vendors are stocked and ready for selling. Are you hungry and ready for stuffing? The annual harvest season has arrived. And with the end of … more
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Johnston rehab center argument goes to Superior Court
The legal struggle to open a for-profit rehabilitation center in Johnston continues. Encompass Health has appealed a decision by a state hearing officer that rejected a Department of Health-issued Certificate of Need (CON) for the more
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TOWN WINDFALL: This chart illustrates a breakdown of payments Amazon will make to town and state institutions if a tax stabilization agreement is approved and signed.
How will Amazon benefit Johnston?
Undeveloped, the section of forest where Amazon plans to build a facility in Johnston generates $60,084 in annual tax revenue for the town. After a "new, state-of-the-art Amazon Robotics Sortable Fulfillment Center" is built and opened, more
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The Northern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce and The Washington Trust Company present the return of the annual Apple Festival on Saturday, Sept. 11 and Sunday, Sept. 12 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Johnston Memorial Park, 1583 Hartford Ave., Johnston.
Apple Festival returns to Johnston
The Northern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce and The Washington Trust Company present the    33rd annual Apple Festival on Saturday, Sept. 11 and Sunday, Sept. 12 from 10 a.m. to 5 … more
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