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Residents air concerns as Balletto development receives zone change
On a 4-1 vote, the Johnston Town Council on May 13 approved a zone change necessary for a planned 13-unit condominium development off Simmonsville Avenue. The council heard debate from both sides, …
Doing math, homeowner finds his taxes would increase 22%
When Al Johnson bought his “brand new” home on Edythe Street in 1994 he paid $96,000. Over the years he’s seen the assessed value of the 800-square-foot house go up. He expected that. After …
Full of ‘Promise’: CCRI celebrates graduates
It was a celebration of promise, in more ways than one. Hundreds of students received diplomas during the Community College Rhode Island’s 54th commencement ceremony held May 16 at the …
Abortion bill defeated, but not over yet
A polarizing bill that sought to codify federal laws regarding the allowance of abortions, which was enshrined by the 1973 U.S. Supreme Court decision Roe v. Wade, was voted down by the Senate …
Fr. Marciano speaks of rich history, new chapter at Hendricken
Father Robert L. Marciano fingered the bronze medallion that hung from his neck. It was the size of a saucer. The face of it bore the name and crest of Bishop Hendricken High School. Barely a half …
