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To all Johnston taxpayers
To the Editor: Is everyone in Johnston ready for their taxes to go up? According to the March 13, 2017 Johnston Town Council Meeting Agenda, Parmelee Poirier & Associates, LLC were to discuss the audit results of 2016. They did not show up. William more
HUGE HUMANITARIANS: The fifth-grade students at Sarah Dyer Barnes Elementary School were thrilled to see the results of their efforts after having spent two weeks sponsoring a collection of activity and craft items which will be delivered to Hasbro Children's Hospital for the patient activity rooms. The drive was part of the school's Feinstein Good Deeds program.
Barnes students complete Humanitarians for Hasbro drive
As part of their school's Feinstein Good Deeds program, the fifth-grade students at Sarah Dyer Barnes Elementary School recently completed a Humanitarians for Hasbro drive that will benefit those patients at Hasbro Children's Hospital who more
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FINAL DESTINATION: After passing through other fish ladders, herring will make their way to the recently completed fishway at the Manton Dam, which will provide the fish access to Manton Pond.
A fish swims through them
For the first time in roughly 150 years, herring and other important saltwater fish may be returning to Johnston, and volunteers with the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) are preparing to count them to see if their habitat more
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SHE WANTS TO BE A WRITER: Risa Cumminsky, age 16 and a junior at Johnston High School, visited with Jen Cowart on Career Day. Cowart, who is a reporter and author, discussed careers in writing with Cumminsky.
Curriculum changes planned for Johnston High School
While Johnston continues to undergo substantial economic changes following the Great Recession, with the introduction of new industries and financial institutions making inroads in town, the Johnston High School administration is making more
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QUALITY QUARTET: The four JPD officers, who were promoted to their new rank Monday, are, from left: Sgt. Joseph A. McGinn, Lt. Troy J. Maddocks, Capt. Mark A. Vieira and Major Thomas H. Dolan.
JPD recognizes excellence, makes promotions
The Johnston Police Department’s credo – “Working together, Making a Difference” – surfaced in perhaps an all-time high Monday night. High-ranking law enforcement personnel from … more
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TONI COTOIA AND HOWARD SMITH
Two suspects charged in sunglasses theft
A pair of suspects who allegedly tried to make off with 11 pairs of sunglasses valued at $5,495 from Optx on Hartford Avenue is now looking at felony charges. According to police reports, on March 25 around 12:30 p.m., Officers Kevin more
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Police Log
The Police Log is a digest of reports provided by the Johnston Police Department. FALSE REPORT On February 28, Jameson Iannotti, 23, of 50 Glenham Road in Cranston, responded to police headquarters to report that he was struck by a vehicle on February 27 more
SCENE OF THE INCIDENT: Above is the Denny’s on Hartford Avenue, where three suspects were recently arrested.
Denny's altercation leads to felony charges
An altercation at Johnston's Denny's restaurant, said to involve the brandishing of a gun, has left restaurant employees shaken and three suspects facing a long list of felony and misdemeanor charges. According to police reports, on more
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IT NEVER CAUGHT ON: The hotdog bun machine that was designed to bake a bun with a bed for a hotdog is one of many displays of food preparation equipment.
Rich flavor of a culinary story
Ever wonder if there was an alternative to sliced hot dog buns? Of course, store bought buns are already cut although it isn’t always the easiest thing to keep a hot dog nestled between the two … more
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POST-GRADUATION: College could become more affordable for Johnston grads like those pictured above during last year’s ceremony.
Governor makes pitch for free tuition
When it comes to cutting the car tax and sending students to college with two years of free tuition, Governor Gina Raimondo’s Deputy Chief of Staff Kevin Gallagher thinks Rhode Island can walk and … more
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CCRI professor Wayne Suits
CCRI lab plays role in drug believed to reverse Alzheimer's
A collaboration between the Community College of Rhode Island, the University of Rhode Island, and the Jackson Laboratory in Bar Harbor, ME proved incredibly exciting for professor Wayne Suits who … more
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BATSFORD
Persistence leads to progress for Johnston woman with rare brain illness
The time it takes to find a good doctor and get relief from a life-threatening brain illness can seem endless, but persistence and the will to survive has been Nikki Batsford's saving grace thus far in her ongoing struggle with more
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Sophomore Ryan DeCesare project was “Chemical vs. Natural preservatives on color stability and food safety in salami.”
Young scientists research telepathy, food preservatives, blue green algae
For Cranston resident Austin Theroux, a freshman at Bishop Hendricken High School, an interest in complex power Psychology was the motivation for his experiment, “Ganzfeld Telepathy.” German for … more
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Police Log
The Police Log is a digest of reports provided by the Johnston and Rhode Island State Police Departments. DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE The Rhode Island State Police recently announced the arrest of a Massachusetts woman for suspicion of driving under the more
Trump’s travel ban gets mixed reviews
Recent executive orders issued by President Trump targeting immigration from countries in the Middle East have drawn significant attention from Rhode Island’s elected officials and community … more
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CENTENARIAN CAKE: This was the classic cake that Mario “Jim” Maccarone’s family enjoyed during his 100th birthday party at his residence - The Bridge at Cherry Hill - in Johnston.
Man of many stars celebrates 100 years
Mario “Jim” Maccarone may be Rhode Island’s newest centenarian, but he holds another distinction as one of the Ocean State’s most unique entrepreneurs of all time. His four children – … more
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GETTING READY: The Johnston School Department hopes for the best but is prepared for the worst as it readies for possible winter storms.
Decision to cancel or delay school isn’t made lightly
It’s that time of year when snow causes school cancellations and children get sick with the flu, and Johnston’s schools are taking steps to prepare for both. “When I hear there’s going to … more
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BECKY’S BAG: Rebecca Bessette of It Works products holds a speedy bag that was part of her display of health and fitness items during the recent “Girl Power” event in Johnston.
Rondeau's 'Girl Power` celebrates female athletes
By PETE FONTAINE If Christina Rondeau has her way, Rhode Island will have a unique non-profit that will honor women for their many outstanding performances in the sports world. Rondeau, who is an icon in kickboxing and professional boxing arenas as more
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Police Log
THREE-CAR ACCIDENT On Jan. 19 at approximately 2:20 p.m., Patrolman Remy Mendez along with Patrolman David Galligan and Sargent Megan Boulet responded to the area of 648 Killingly St. for a report of a three-car motor vehicle accident with no injuries. more
GOVERNOR’S GROUP: After receiving two official JHS jackets, Gov. Gina Raimondo was surrounded by the Panthers’ champion cheerleading squad and later took photos with each member of the team.
Rally for free college
By PETE FONTAINE Editors note: Due to a production error, this story did not run in full in last week's edition. This is an edited version of that story. Rhode Island Gov. Gina M. Raimondo is concerned about the state's youth and their futures. Last more
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PATS PICKER: Ted Whiteley chose the Pats, 34-23.
The team that knows who's going to win Super Bowl
By PETE FONTAINE Sunday's Super Bowl LI will come down to what team wins the battle of the trenches and can fend off any and all arsenals. So, the Sun Rise asked Johnston's real heroes - staffers at the Department of Public Works who certainly face all more
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KEY EXCHANGE: North Providence Mayor Charles Lombardi accepts the keys for Calef Elementary School from Johnston Mayor Joseph Polisena after an accord was reached between the two communities.
Sharing resources: town leases empty school to North Providence
Editors note: Due to a production error, this story did not run in full in last week’s edition. This is an edited version of that story. Thanks to an arrangement reached between Mayor Joseph … more
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PEACEFUL TURNOUT: Providence Police Chief Hugh T. Clements, JR. estimated that 7,000 people turned out at the State House for the RI Women’s Solidarity Rally.
Our Small State Joins a Big Cause
By MERI R. KENNEDY From Australia to Alaska, London to Saudi Arabia, Nigeria to Antarctica, pink-knitted hats stretched, as an estimated 4.7 million people from all over the world attended simultaneous, peaceful sister marches" on January 21 to show" more
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MIGHTY MOMENT: JHS cheerleaders Fallon Davis and Gabriella Costantini join Gov. Raimondo and Mayor Polisena at Tuesday’s rally.
Rally for free college
By PETE FONTAINE Tuesday morning, Raimondo held an old-fashioned- rally in the Johnston High School auditorium to drum up support for Rhode Island's Promise, a proposal that would guarantee graduating seniors two free years of college, fees and tuition, more
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KEY EXCHANGE: North Providence Mayor Charles Lombardi accepts the keys for Calef Elementary School from Johnston Mayor Joseph Polisena after an accord was reached between the two communities.
Town leases school to N. Providence
Thanks to an arrangement reached between Mayor Joseph Polisena and North Providence Mayor Charles Lombardi, about 275 students from the neighboring community will soon attend school in … more
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