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A CLEANER COVE: The latest program aims at further enhancing water quality in Stillhouse Cove.
Joint project aims to improve Stillhouse Cove water quality
By DANIEL KITTREDGE Stillhouse Cove has seen a remarkable resurgence in recent years, and marked a number of milestones. Now, thanks to federal grant funding and a collaboration between Cranston, the Edgewood Waterfront Preservation Association (EWPA), more
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Karen Sousa dumps her recyclables at the transfer station Tuesday afternoon. The recycling bins in the center of the lot near the entrance are scheduled to be removed by the end of the month and replaced by single-stream recycling inside the transfer station building.
A shorter wait at the Portsmouth transfer station?
PORTSMOUTH — By the end of this month, the transfer station should have a new look that town officials say will make things more convenient — and safer — for … more
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Members of the EPPD show their varying state of facial hair growth during the 'Mo'vember' fundraiser.
East Providence Police officers join 'Mo'vember' movement
EAST PROVIDENCE — Members of the East Providence Police Department, those follically challenged and those who have "five o'clock shadow' by 9 a.m., are participating in the annual "Mo'vember" … more
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Davison Bolters places a green ribbon on a Water Street tree, earlier scheduled for removal, that will be saved.
Water Street trees get (short) holiday reprieve
While they may not be able to save all of them, about 20 tree lovers were able to save at least a few trees from imminent removal when they toured Water Street Thursday morning with the town manager, … more
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WAITING: With arms crossed Steve Frias, Republican candidate for House District 15, awaits state Board of Elections action on his complaint to postpone the count of mail ballots. The board went ahead with the count giving incumbent Nicholas Mattiello as 65 vote lead.
Mattiello victory still not certified
When the mail ballots were counted for House District 15 the race ended up just the way House Speaker Nicholas Mattiello predicted after the polls closed election night: he would be the winner, although the machine count had him trailing more
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APPLE AWARDEE: Vanessa Rooney (center) poses with Cedar Hill Principal Colleen Mercurio and NBC 10’s Patrice Wood after winning the Golden Apple.
Communication is core for Golden Apple award teacher
By TESSA ROY Vanessa Rooney got a pleasant surprise on Wednesday morning. The Cedar Hill 5th and 6th grade special education teacher was awarded a Golden Apple from the Commissioner of Education and NBC 10. Golden Apples are given by RIDE, Hasbro and NBC more
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OFFICIAL DECISION: Toll Gate track star Casey Gannon, who is joined by coaches Norm Bouthillier (center) and Jared De Almo, signs a National Letter of Intent to continue her academic and athletic career at Stonehill College next year.
Gannon to continue track, academic career at Stonehill
In front of family, friends and coaches on Tuesday afternoon, Toll Gate senior Casey Gannon inked a National Letter of Intent to continue her track and academic career at Stonehill College in Easton, Massachusetts, next more
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STATEWIDE RECOGNITION: Pictured is the Warwick PAL junior varsity football team, which recently captured the state crown.
Warwick PAL earns three state titles
Technology discussed, special education issues persist at committee meeting
By TESSA ROY The School Committee faced tussles over technology, online grading system Aspen, and special education at Tuesday's meeting. Usage rates of Aspen, according to Supervisor of Math and Science Ryan Mullan, are 59 percent at Pilgrim, 72 more
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Rapper Eric Axelman Explores Art, Education and Activism
Eric Axelman found himself immersed in the local hip-hop scene. more
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Italian Favorites Get the Rhode Island Treatment at Cucina Rustica
Though it’s outside of the usual Providence radius, if you are up for a dining adventure, you should definitely check this one out. more
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‘Bristol’s Night to Shine’ kicks off holiday season
Buy your holiday gifts locally, and you could end up with a gift for yourself — a $500 cash gift. The 15th annual Bristol Holiday Preview — “Bristol’s Night to Shine” … more
Zoning Board Agenda
JOHNSTON ZONING BOARD AGENDA November 17, 2016 Notice is here by given that the Zoning Board of Review will hold its monthly meeting on November 17, 2016 at 6:30 pm, at Johnston Senior Center, … more
DEFEATED: East Providence celebrates after Pattie Aaliyah buried the game-winner in the shootout to lift the Townies over Johnston.
Townies down Panthers in shootout for D-III title
East Providence girls' soccer did what no team, including the Townies earlier in the season, was able to do all year on a couple of accounts. East Providence dropped undefeated, top-seeded Johnston in the more
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East wide receiver Jake Palazzo lines up in the slot against Portsmouth. Palazzo reeled in a touchdown pass in the fourth quarter.
Turnovers doom East in playoff loss
Cranston East didn't give the ball away much during the regular season, but it suffered from a turnover problem at the worst possible time on Friday night. The situation wasn't ideal, either, as the 'Bolts were more
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ON THE MOVE: West quarterback Cam Alves looks to escape pressure.
Falcons fall short in freshman Super Bowl
The Hendricken Hawks beat the Cranston West Falcons, 54-30, in the freshman Super Bowl on Saturday afternoon at Cranston Stadium. more
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La Salle Academy to induct eight alumni into the Hall of Fame
Eight distinguished alumni will be inducted into the La Salle Academy Hall of Fame at a dinner and ceremony held at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick on Nov. 17. More than 300 alumni family, friends, and supporters of La Salle are expected to attend the more
LITTLE ELF: Maria Manzi, president of the Ladies Auxiliary, shows the White Elephant Room at the Holiday Bazaar.
Scenes from St. Mary’s Bazaar
Scenes from St. Mary's Bazaar From a cute dog getting homemade dog biscuits to future newlyweds picking out their first Christmas wreath, it was all happening at the at the St. Mary's Feast Society Ladies Auxiliary's Holiday Bazaar held Nov. 5-6. All more
Making a difference in the future of all students
As many residents have observed, there have been significant changes designed to improve our special education programs at the junior high and high school levels. These changes were made due to school consolidation but more more
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Book Depots Around Rhode Island
You'll be at the mercy of readers who came before you,but Providence's book depots have some real gems more
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A letter writer asks why those who marched in the recent yoga pants parade did not show up for the Veterans Day event in Barrington? "My hope is that next year, they and others will attend the ceremony on Veterans' Day to show their gratitude to the men and women whose service affords all of us the right to show our displeasure in the form of a public protest."
Letter: To yoga pants paraders, where were you on Friday?
To the editor: On Nov. 11, 2016, I attended a service at our town hall, organized to remember all those who have served our country in the military.  It was a short, but impactful … more
“There is a huge time commitment to this position. It can really be a full-time job in itself.” - Janice Ruggieri
An unusual school election phenomenon in Cranston
By JEN COWART Last week's presidential election has been deemed a historic election with unprecedented results, and it is has consumed voters' attention in the past many months. Meanwhile, here in Cranston, one local election had an unusual aspect that more
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Acme Video Lives On...
Festivals, graduation and more more
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OPEN FIELD: East running back Malik Gavek tries to get by East Providence defensive back Justice LaDuke. Gavek rushed for two touchdowns in a lopsided win for the 'Bolts.
'Bolts shut out Townies in crossover matchup
The Cranston East Thunderbolts rolled over the East Providence Townies 42-0 Friday night under the lights at Cranston Stadium. more
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Brown University features "Untitled (Bear/Lamp)" by Urs Fischer
One of the newest members of Brown University's community has been generating a lot of attention. more
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