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Christmas, Hanukkah celebrations planned in Pawtuxet Village
The Friends of Pawtuxet Village will celebrate Christmas and Hanukkah at their annual tree and Menorah lighting ceremonies starting this weekend. The tree lighting ceremony will occur Saturday, …
Local bar looking to reel in ‘Bigg’ donations for Toys for Tots drive
A local bar in Johnston is looking for the community’s help to bring joy to children this holiday season. Mr. Biggs Saloon at 1463 Atwood Ave. is holding a Toys for Tots drive through Dec. 13, …
Johnston Police Chief Tamburini offers home, shopping crime prevention tips
The holidays are always such a special time of year, and they are just around the corner. With all the activity and distractions of the season, we sometimes forget about safety and the potential …
‘We’ll do this’
Type 1 diabetes no match for strong, perseverant Amaral family
It was three years ago, and Alex Amaral had just been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at 7 years old. His parents were distraught, unsure of the next steps they would have to take. They were crying …
Holiday season kicks off in Cranston
A jolly arrival
On Saturday, Nov. 30, hundreds of children of all ages were on hand at Cranston’s Garden City Center to greet Santa Claus, his wife Mrs. Claus and their elves. Families were able to visit Santa …
Eagles land, improve Rangers’ armory
