During the past two years, there was talk about building a bocce court alongside Our Lady of Grace Church in Johnston. The conversations grew louder as time moved on and Rev. Peter J. Gower, the popular pastor at the Roman Catholic
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By Pete Fontaine
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10/2/17
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The Johnston Youth Football League’s undefeated 12U Panthers don’t like having company atop the Blackstone Division of the American Youth Football Association.
So, Head Coach Gary Salzillo’s …
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By Pete Fontaine
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10/2/17
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Goodwill games.
That’s just one name people are calling the Johnston Football League’s six games Panther football squads will play Sunday at Mayor Joseph M. Polisena Stadium against the CLCF …
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By Pete Fontaine
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10/1/17
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To say that Sandy Cerel loves the stage would be an understatement. For starters, the Johnston resident has been acting and directing for 35 years and has worked with a great number of theater companies throughout Southern New England
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By Pete Fontaine
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10/1/17
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“The boss invites you to dine with him,” was the message atop of a colorful invitation inviting “all Morgan Health Center employees” to enjoy a noon-time lunch inside the Johnston facilities …
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By Pete Fontaine
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9/30/17
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By MERI R. KENNEDY
Friends of the Poor Walk in Garden City
On Oct. 1, with registration beginning at 10 a.m. in Garden City located in Cranston, the SVDP Rhode Island will host their …
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Meri R. Kennedy
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9/30/17
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Kids like Jean Ralphio, Vincent Van Goat and Salvadore will be on hand Saturday for the 9th Annual Fall on the Hill that’s hosted by the Neutaconkanut Hill Conservancy.
Elli Panichas, who has …
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By Pete Fontaine
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9/30/17
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The approximately 1,800 residents and businesses connected to the Johnston Water Authority may soon get a knock on their doors.
Beginning Oct. 2, work crews from LaFramboise Water …
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By Tim Forsberg
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9/30/17
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The five-member Johnston High School Student Council will add another chapter to its ambitious 2017-18 schedule tonight - weather permitting. Sometime around 7 o'clock, the JHS Student Council will begin showing a highly-acclaimed Walt
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By Pete Fontaine
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9/30/17
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Johnston forward Bianca Robbins scored four times while leading the Lady Panthers past the Tolman Tigers, 6-1, on Monday afternoon. Gabriella Scarcella contributed a goal and an assist and Grace …
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By Ryan D. Murray
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9/29/17
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The two dozen plus pre-teens that represent the Johnston Panthers in the 9U Division of the American Youth Football League’s Blackstone Valley Division were jumping for joy Sunday afternoon at …
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9/29/17
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ASSAULT
A suspect involved in an altercation in August was recently apprehended and charged with simple assault /battery and disorderly conduct.
On August 19 around 11:30 a.m. Officer Louis …
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9/29/17
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Mrs. Peggy Lessa, a kindergarten teacher at the Early Childhood Center, has found a way to turn lemons into a golden apple. Last Thursday during a surprise ceremony in her classroom, Patrice Wood of WJAR NBC-10, Education Commissioner Dr.
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By Tim Forsberg
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9/29/17
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JOHNSTON ZONING BOARD AGENDA
September 28, 2017
Notice is here by given that the Zoning Board of Review will hold its monthly meeting on September 28, 2017 at 6:30 pm, at Johnston Senior …
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9/28/17
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When it comes to creating classic and clever events, Maryann Grace and Jennifer Burns are in a class of their own.
Take last week’s celebration of National Assisted Living Week, for …
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By Pete Fontaine
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9/26/17
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After an undefeated regular season in 2016, the Johnston girls’ soccer team is off to a strong start once again this season, with its latest triumph coming via a 10-0 rout of Providence Country Day …
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By Matt Metcalf
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9/25/17
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The Rhode Island State Police Museum Foundation will host its second annual Vintage Cruiser Show on Sunday, Sept. 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Rhode Island State Police Headquarters, 311 Danielson …
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9/24/17
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During recent years, the Johnston Historical Society has hosted many speakers whose in-depth programs have been both interesting and informative about events that have impacted the state and …
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By Pete Fontaine
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9/22/17
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We live in a time period where negativity, particularly toward government, has sadly become the norm. It is understandable why the public has a negative view of state government due to various …
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By K. Joseph Shekarchi
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9/22/17
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Perhaps the two closing songs that Janine Andrews sang last Friday inside the Johnston Senior Center best described the day’s two-fold happening.
Andrews, who is a popular singer-entertainer in …
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9/22/17
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Are ya ready for some football?
If so, the Mayor Joseph M. Polisena Stadium – that’s located adjacent to Johnston High School – will be the place to be Sunday instead of sitting in front of …
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By Pete Fontaine
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9/22/17
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The past two weeks have been outstanding for Elijah Burgess and the Johnston football team, as they followed up their 40-19 non-league victory over Division I Woonsocket with a 28-6 win over Coventry …
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9/22/17
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After 50 years of wedded bliss, Edmond and Ethel Duquette have proven that their love can stand the test of time.
“Many of their friends and family are no longer with us, so I’m unable to …
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9/22/17
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Five undergrads and a faculty advisor are planning what could be the most memorable homecoming celebration ever at Johnston High School.
Ever since their election last spring, the new JHS Student …
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By Pete Fontaine
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9/21/17
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Traffic was a bit heavier than normal at 609 Killingly St. Saturday morning, where a half-dozen or so vendors were setting up canopy tents at which they would display a variety of women’s wares and …
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By Pete Fontaine
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9/21/17
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