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Marino runs into a colleague, City Council Vice President Daniel Wall, at the market.
Council president seeks to build on bipartisanship
After five years on City Council, Cranston’s first female council president, Jessica Marino, says for the first time she finds a true effort of bipartisanship and teamwork. Against the … more
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Kids line up for the 1K fun run.
Off to the races!
Edwards S. Rhodes Elementary School held its annual fundraiser, It Takes a Village 5K and 1K Fun Run, last Friday at Pawtuxet Park. Families and friends came out to support and participate in … more
The Warwick Planning Board gave master-plan approval last Wednesday to the proposed development of two connected buildings with six residential units and 1,510 square feet of commercial space on the site of the former Hunter’s Garage in Pawtuxet.
At Hunter’s Garage site, mixed-use plan gets initial OK
The future of the former Hunter’s Garage property next to the bridge in Pawtuxet is a step closer to coming into focus with Planning Board approval last Wednesday night of a plan to build two … more
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Mia Crudale
West takes down No. 2 Pilgrim
The Cranston West softball team earned a statement win on Monday afternoon when it rolled past second-place Pilgrim,12-3. The Falcons were coming off a 2-1 extra inning loss to St. Ray’s … more
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Lupe Aguilar has a long history in the restaurant and hospitality industry. One of his focuses is platforming the local community. With this new market coming to Garden City, he says buying local allows people to connect directly with makers and know exactly where their food is coming from.
Garden City kicks off first farmer’s market on Sunday
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 … more
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“We’re the smallest state with the greatest backlot”
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 … more
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Senator Mark McKenney
Bottle bill sponsor hopeful but uphill climb remains
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 … more
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Josh Smith
Falcons closing in on division title
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 … more
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Seventy-eight apple pies were baked on location to be served up to hundreds of guests who came out in support of the longtime community event.
Sure as the calendar
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 … more
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Its niche needing more space, Sonia’s heads for Atwood Ave.
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 … more
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At Seven Stars it’s always time to make lots of artisanal bread
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. Most recently, … more
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Recently appointed Director of Public Works Frank Corrao in his office.
City has first full-time DPW chief in 2 years
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 … more
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The Cranston East boys volleyball team celebrates after scoring a point. Beacon Media photos by Alex Sponseller
Bolts sweep rival Falcons
The Cranston East boys volleyball team swept crosstown rival West 3-0 (25-19/25-14/31-29) to win its second straight matchup against the Falcons and improve to 6-4 overall. The Bolts cruised … more
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East Little League opens season
Cranston East Little League celebrated its annual Opening Day ceremony on Saturday at the Carberry fields. As always, the festivities began with a parade that concluded on the infield. New league … more
Rodent Control Officer David Laquale says prevention, including keeping properties clean, is the best way to keep rats away.
RATS!
They’re smart. They’re stealthy. And they are always looking for a new place to call home. These traits make rats a challenging pest to control, and spring is a time when most … more
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The crowd sings the Armenian national anthem as the Armenian flag is raised.
Cranston Armenians commemorate genocide anniversary
Many gathered around Cranston City Hall last Friday evening to commemorate the 110 th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide with a ceremonial flag-raising. The Armenian community and friends came … more
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Youngsters have fun at the Head Start playground at the Pastore Youth Center in Cranston. The national youth program is facing possible elimination due to proposed federal cuts.
At 60, Head Start faces uncertainty
Standing on a playground usually filled with frolicking children, U.S. Senator Jack Reed visited the Head Start center in Cranston last week to publicly push back against potential federal cuts that … more
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Ezno Pistacchio
‘Learning on the run’
The Cranston East/Johnston boys lacrosse co-op is back for another spring season and is looking to build its program for the future. The Thundercats graduated 11 seniors from last year’s … more
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Nicole Bethune
Young Falcons ready to make playoff push
The Cranston West girls lacrosse team is off to a slow start record-wise, as it dropped to 1-5 in league play and 3-7 overall when it fell to Burrillville 14-11 on Monday. However, the Falcons … more
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A view across Stillhouse Cove. Once a state park, the site was deeded to the City of Cranston in 1984 with the stipulation that it be a conservation area for passive recreation.
In Edgewood, a call to restore nature’s filter
Stillhouse Cove remains one of the city’s most beautiful environmental gems, and the Edgewood Waterfront Preservation Association is putting out a call for volunteers to help with its annual … more
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