Johnston Sun Rise
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Man charged in illegal retail scheme A Johnston man has been charged in connection with an organized retail crime operation following a month-long investigation, according to Rhode Island State Police. Richard Tiberi, 73, of 12
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By Daniel Kittredge
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10/1/16
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Denise DiPippo, who owns and operates Denise’s Dance Studio at 80 Greenville Avenue in Johnston, might need to change her business card information.
For example, the popular proprietor lists …
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By Pete Fontaine
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8/25/17
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Although last Friday afternoon's rain forced the celebration inside, the smile on Akshay Talwar's face spoke volumes as to what was going on at the spacious Briarcliffe Training Center in Johnston. For quite some time, Talwar - who owns
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By Pete Fontaine
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8/25/17
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Legendary music icons Three Dog Night, celebrating nearly five decades, claims some of the most astonishing statistics in popular music. In the years 1969 through 1974, no other group achieved more top 10 hits, moved more records or sold more concert
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1/21/18
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Johnston Mayor Joseph Polisena and Police Chief Richard S. Tamburini this week issued an extraordinary plea to Santa Claus.
“Dear Santa,” read the letter to Jolly Old Saint Nick, which …
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By Pete Fontaine
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11/26/16
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While princesses and peas may not mix, three cans worth is all that's needed to provide a fairy tale dress to any Johnston High School girl headed to a formal event. Pat Colardo owns Richard's Hair Studio on Atwood Avenue. She has two
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By Tim Forsberg
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5/4/17
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Are you a high school or college student? Are you looking to get into a career in politics? Maybe you hate politics, but want to gain a better understanding of how it functions?
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By Ethan Hartley
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7/14/17
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Wherever and whenever there’s a need, chances are likely you’ll find Lori Boffi’s heart and help.
“I need to help; I need to do something to make a difference,” said the long serving …
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By Pete Fontaine
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9/8/17
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I must admit that I was not looking forward to a Sunday afternoon at Gamm, watching a play that I did not like the first time I saw it. Further disappointment followed when I saw the movie version, filmed just down the street
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By Don Fowler
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11/26/16
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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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Elvera (Parrillo) Pellegrino, age 95, of Hollywood Beach, FL (formerly of Johnston RI) passed away on September 20, 2017, two days before her 96th birthday. She was the wife of the late Matthew …
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11/4/17
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To East Providence, Bianca Robbins may as well have been a 10,000-piece puzzle. The Townies had blown out nearly all of their Division III opponents this year, much like Johnston had up until their battle on
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By Jacob Marrocco
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10/21/16
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Artists' Exchange will hold its 12th annual Gingerbread House Decorating Contest on Saturday, Dec. 3 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Artists' Exchange is located at 50 Rolfe Square in Cranston. Participants start with a simple graham
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By Meri R. Kennedy
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11/26/16
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Construction of the Citizens Bank Campus off Greenville Avenue is now well underway, and a tour of the site provided to local and state officials last Thursday presented further insights into the project's development and impact. We"
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By Tim Forsberg
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6/8/17
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“This is mighty delightful duty,” John “Jack” Hill, Commander of the Giovanni Folcarelli Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Chapter 1, said recently inside the Veterans Administration Hospital …
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By Pete Fontaine
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11/4/17
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The Champlin Foundations, so reads a line on the highly acclaimed non-profit’s website, “Quietly and steadfastly helps those who do good do more – to the benefit of all.”
One such group …
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By Pete Fontaine
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1/22/18
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By TIM FORSBERG A new ordinance recently passed by the Johnston Town Council should bring down unwanted signs across town. Approved during the Oct. 11 meeting, Ordinance 2016-14 would levy a $25 fine for placing a sign on any pole erected by a utility
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By Tim Forsberg
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10/21/16
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“Frankie and Johnny were lovers…” the old familiar song begins.
In Terrence McNally’s bittersweet play, “Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune,” they are co-workers.
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By Tim Forsberg
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11/14/16
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By TIM FORSBERG On April 11, 1840 a severe rainstorm that lasted for two days hit Johnston. Water behind the then upper Simmonsville dam rose, and on the morning of the 13th the dike gave way. A wall of water 11 feet high rushed downstream, collapsed
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By Tim Forsberg
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11/26/16
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There’s a special blend of American pride inside the new 26,000-square-foot Johnston Indoor Recreation Center that officially opened on Saturday, May 6, off Atwood Avenue.
It comes to the town …
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By Pete Fontaine
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7/14/17
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Dozens of classic cars and antique trucks recently took part in the Brookdale Pocasett Car Show on Saturday, Aug. 26, in a showing that was a step back in time. Dozens of car enthusiasts turned out with their pride and joys with a showcase of cars
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9/8/17
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By THOMAS GREENBERG Aaron Regunberg has been trying to create change in Rhode Island as a state representative for the past three years. Now the Democrat from Providence will look to continue this work in a different position - Lieutenant Governor of
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By Thomas Greenberg
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11/4/17
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The Johnston high school wrestling team has been very busy lately, competing in several weekend tournaments, while also tackling their regular season Division I schedule.
The season kicked off …
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1/22/18
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By JOHN HOWELL Clayton Shackleton's great-grandfather and grandfather didn't always see things eye-to-eye. Both knew how to build houses. Albert Shackleton Sr. saw the future in building single-family homes. He had the right idea at the right time. It
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By JOHN HOWELL
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4/11/19
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