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MIDSEASON FORM: The Johnston boys’ basketball team poses for a photo after winning the Mount St. Charles Summer League on Sunday night.

Panthers roll to title in MSC Summer League

After learning of the news that it would be moving up to Division II this winter, the Johnston boys’ basketball team went to work to ensure that it will continue to be competitive – no matter … more

By Matt Metcalf | 10/24/16

Hiring our heroes job fair for veterans & their spouses at armory Oct. 18

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and its local partners will host Hiring Our Heroes, a hiring fair for veterans and military spouses, on Tuesday, October 18 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Warwick National Guard Armory, 541 Airport Road, more

10/24/16

Police Log

Town man faces federal drug trafficking, money laundering charges A Johnston man accused of trafficking oxycodone and marijuana and laundering the profits has made an initial appearance in federal … more

Bu Daniel Kittredge | 10/24/16

Police Log

Police: Man brandished firearm during argument A man faces multiple charges after allegedly brandishing a firearm during an argument. Angel Rios, 34, of 45 Dorman Ave. in North Providence, was arrested and charged with felony counts more

10/24/16

GALIPEAU’S GANG: These are some of the people who represented the Johnston Senior Center in the recent Cranston Senior Games. The group includes, in front, Rose Patriacia, Connie Laorenza, Gloria Renzie, Andy Patrizio, Ron Galipeau, Lynn Geremia, and Shirley Gallo; and back, Frank Sciotto, Joyce Sciotto, Peter Giamusso, Dennis Dinofrio, Bob Palumbo, Bill Geremia, Ralph Votta, and Bob Balm.

Bocce team honored for winning medal at Cranston Senior Games

By PETE FONTAINE The nationally-accredited Johnston Senior Center celebrated a unique first last Thursday with a special luncheon to honor its fun-loving bocce team. In the middle of it all were Ron Galipeau and Andy Patrizio, who recently recorded a more

By Pete Fontaine | 10/24/16

Father Marciano to retire from military service at Saturday ceremony

By JOHN HOWELL In a military ceremony preceded by a Mass he will officiate, Father Robert Marciano will retire from the Rhode Island Air National Guard on Oct. 1 after serving 36 years in the military. Marciano holds the rank of colonel and serves as more

By John Howell | 10/23/16

FALL FEELING: Saturday’s eighth annual Fall Festival just may include some carved pumpkins and other seasonal surprises.

Neutaconkanut Hill Conservancy hosting 8th annual Fall Festival

By PETE FONTAINE It's a time-honored tradition that ladies like Elli Panichas are hoping will attract a record crowd this Saturday to Neutaconkanut Hill. This is an outstanding opportunity for children and adults to have a unique experience in the only" more

By Pete Fontaine | 10/22/16

‘Suds Challenge’ continues

Johnston High School’s “Suds Challenge” will continue – weather permitting – this Saturday, Oct. 22, in the 7-Eleven parking lot off Hartford Avenue (Route) 6 near the entrance to War … more

10/22/16

HOST HOUSE: This is the front of Market Fine Wines & Spirits at 11 Commerce Way in Johnston. The store will set up shop inside Café Rocco – a.k.a. the St. Rocco’s School gymnasium – for Saturday’s unique Craft beer and wine tasting, which will benefit the parish’s outreach program.

Beer and wine tasting to boost St. Rocco beautification efforts

By PETE FONTAINE Norm Hale, who owns and operates Market Fine Wines & Spirits at 11 Commerce Way, is about to form a unique partnership with the outreach program at St. Rocco's Roman Catholic Church in Johnston. Beginning at 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, more

By Pete Fontaine | 10/22/16

Tolls will eventually hit cars

RhodeWorks creates a new reservoir of state power; the ability to tax our movement. While the crosshairs now fix upon long-haul Class-8 trucks and above, history teaches that our government - insatiable for more and more of our more

By Blake A. Filippi | 10/21/16

3 charged after search yields heroin, firearms

By DANIEL KITTREDGE A months-long investigation on the part of Johnston Police detectives and representatives of other law enforcement agencies has led to the arrest of three men on drug and weapons charges. Joseph M. Veras, 20, of 23 Irons Ave. in more

By Daniel Kittredge | 10/21/16

EVERYWHERE A SIGN: This telephone pole on the corner of Bishop Hill Road and Beechnut Drive is a popular place for signs, as evidenced by the week old signs still hanging and the rusty nails left behind.

Ordinance targets signs on utility poles

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 more

By Tim Forsberg | 10/21/16

UNSTOPPABLE FORCE: Bianca Robbins weaves through the East Providence defense on Tuesday night. Robbins led the Panthers with four goals in a 5-2 victory.

Robbins, stout defense send Johnston past EP

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 more

By Jacob Marrocco | 10/21/16

Council OKs contract agreement with Local Union 1491

By TIM FORSBERG An agreement between the town and workers represented by the Rhode Island Council 94, AFSCME, AFL-CIO Local Union 1491 was approved by the Johnston Town Council at its Oct. 11 meeting, subject to confirmation by a union vote. I think" more

By Tim Forsberg | 10/20/16

JOLTIN’ JUJNIORS: Members of Johnston’s youth football teams were among the many proud participants in Saturday’s homecoming.

Pride and pageantry

By PETE FONTAINE Floats and football, cheerleaders and crowds, horses and heroes. Those were just some of the reasons Johnston High School’s 2016 homecoming was a smashing success. Many of … more

By Pete Fontaine | 10/20/16

POPULAR PAIR: Kyle Nelson, left, and Sarah Banno, right, who are members of the class of 2017 at Johnston High school, were crowned king and queen of Saturday’s homecoming.

School spirit shines during homecoming festivities

By VANIDA SINGHARATH The 49th annual Johnston High School homecoming events have finally come to an end. This year's homecoming extravaganzas could not have been possible without the help of student council advisor, Mr. Russo, and the entire student more

By Vanida Singharath | 10/20/16

Police Log

2 charged in stolen debit card case Two suspects in the use of a stolen debit card at a local store have been charged. Kelly S. Barlow, 30, of 142 King St., Apt. 3, in Warwick, and Michael A. Lyons, 37, of 70 Dixon St. in Providence, more

10/20/16

PAT’S PROGRESS: Patient Pat Callanan is working on this bike as part of her rehabilitation program at Cherry Hill Manor.

New rehab area under construction at Cherry Hill Manor

By PETE FONTAINE Although there's no sign reading Please pardon our appearance" inside the main lobby at Cherry Hill Manor - which is filled with various pieces of rehab equipment - that's the message Ellen Lang delivered last Friday morning about a" more

By Pete Fontaine | 10/20/16

FUTURE BRIDE AND GROOM: Cranston Mayor Allan Fung is pictured with his fiancée, Barbara Ann Fenton. They will be married on June 18 at St. Mary’s Church in Newport, with a private reception to follow at The Tennis Hall of Fame.

Wedding day nears for Fenton, Fung

For Barbara Ann Fenton and Allan Fung, the “modern day fairy tale” leading up to their wedding day began four years ago in Florida. Both were … more

By Meri R. Kennedy and Daniel Kittredge | 10/20/16

From dance partners to life partners: Couple brought together by ‘Dancing with the Stars of Mentoring’ benefit weds

The Rhode Island Mentoring Partnership (RIMP) is known for bringing children and mentors together to form lasting relationships, but no one could have guessed their annual fundraiser would spark a … more

Kelcy Dolan | 10/20/16

2016 Johnston School Bus Schedule

These are approximate times and will fluctuate during the year depending on ridership. Also, please be outside waiting for the bus at least 5 minutes before the bus is scheduled to arrive and can run … more

10/19/16

The need for answers and efficiency

Local attention has turned in recent days to the largest IT program in the state's history - and not for reasons Rhode Island leaders would like. The Unified Health Infrastructure Project, or UHIP, a $364-million system to manage benefits such as those more

10/19/16

SITE OF PROPOSED PARK: Southern Sky Renewabl Energy RI has adavanced a plan to build a solar park on 36 acres of the former Leviton Manufacturing property that adjoins the Airport Connector as seen at left. The park would cost an estimated $12 million to build and generate 5.4 megawatts of power.

Proposed solar parks may cut city costs

A Warwick resident and certified public accountant versed in the tax benefits of sustainable energy is advancing a plan for two Warwick solar parks that could reduce the city’s electric costs while … more

By John Howell | 10/19/16

VALUABLE VOLUNTEER: Steve Mallane, who owns and operates Sheik Hair Designs in Johnston, shows a volunteer some of the products women who are battling cancer can use as part of the “Look Good, Feel Better Every Day” program.

'Look Good, Feel Better Every Day' program coming to Johnston Senior Center

Steve Mallane is well known as the longtime owner and operator of Sheik Hair Designs located on intersection of Atwood and Simmonsville avenues in Johnston. But what some people don't know about Mallane, who doubles as Johnston's town more

By Pete Fontaine | 10/19/16

This November, vote yes on Question 2

We will hear our fair share of partisan politics this campaign season but I hope we can all come together to support Question 2 on the November ballot. If voters … more

By Speaker Nicholas A. Mattiello | 10/17/16