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By JOHN HOWELL Sally Gravino dressed for the occasion. In fact, she was better dressed than everyone else who showed up at Iggy's Boardwalk at 9 a.m. on July 4. Most of those in attendance were wearing shorts, short-sleeve shirts and sandals. There was more
SLEEPING IN THE GRASS On June 30 at approximately 6:38 p.m., Officers Christopher Gillis and John Zaborski were dispatched to the Norwood Baptist Church on Budlong Avenue to check on the condition of a man who was lying on the grass. At the scene the more
To the Editor: Working together to benefit the taxpayers of Warwick, last month the City Council passed an ordinance that will directly support local businesses. The ordinance addresses the solicitation of bids for the city. While reviewing bids on the more
To the Editor: I grew up in Buttonwoods. I went to Park School in the '60s. I rode my bike on Metropolitan Drive, playing with my cousins, who lived down the street. I have great memories of those days. I remember another time in Buttonwoods, too. more
Organic” best describes the development that has taken place since the state secured the future of the former Rocky Point amusement park from private ownership and opened it to public use. State … more
Rita Mckay and Sgt. Paul Hulkow Jr. were united in marriage June 17, 2017 at St. Rose & Clement Church by Father Matt. A reception was held at Valley Country Club. The bride is the daughter of more
By JOHN HOWELL The Speaker of the House has no intention of altering his plan to bring car tax relief to the owners of motor vehicles even though the state budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1 is in limbo. But Cranston isn't waiting for more
Warwick resident Richard Baribault, 42, one of two men accused in the slaying of Fernando Silva, a sailing nomad known affectionately as “Captain Fredy,” in the early morning hours of August 1, … more
By ETHAN HARTLEY Reverend Roland Simoneau couldn’t quite explain how, but he has known since he was a little boy that he was meant to be a priest. “The most significant day of my life was … more
By ETHAN HARTLEY The fate of whether or not municipal employees and teachers will have their contracts extended indefinitely until they reach terms for a new contract now lies solely in the hands of Governor Gina Raimondo, as the bill that originated in more
BANK ROBBERY On Sunday July 2 at 1:17 p.m., Warwick Police responded to the TD Bank located at 2625 West Shore Road for a report of a male subject who had entered the bank and passed a note demanding money. According to a press release, the suspect more
As of yesterday, the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) began offering free in-state commuter rail trips between Providence, Wickford Junction and T.F Green stations through the end of … more
By ETHAN HARTLEY A group of about 50 volunteers proved everybody can make a difference in the world, as they rolled up their sleeves, donned trash bags and plastic gloves while braving forceful gusts of wind and helped clean up large swaths of garbage more
Donna J. Conway, 57, passed away Saturday, July 1, 2017 at Women & Infants Hospital. She was the beloved companion of Deborah A. Carle. She was a daughter of the late Edward F. and Bertha M. … more
Raymond F. O’Rourke, age 91, of Audubon Road, Warwick, died on Saturday, July 1, 2017 at Brentwood Nursing Home. He was the husband of the late Laura M. (Shea) O’Rourke. Born in Providence, … more
The rain didn't stop them Warwick firefighters (from left) Rick Mernick, Mike Carreiro, Matt Richards and Joe D'Antonio assisted Ward 3 Councilman Tim Howe in cleaning up the yard of an 87-year-old constituent. Howe said he and the crew filled the more
A Tuesday without rain Tuesday cruise nights are back and in full swing at Oakland Beach thanks to the Greater Warwick Lions Club, but it really wasn't until last Tuesday that the good weather cooperated. The Tuesday cruise nights have been a part of the more
Last week, two pit bulls broke free of their enclosure and attacked a Warwick man and his small dog on Titus Lane, resulting in Warwick Police Officer John Zaborski discharging his firearm to cease … more
It's a warp The north shaft to the rental car and commuter parking garage on Jefferson Boulevard that ties into the Interlink is offering a glimpse of the future with an architect rendering of City Centre. The giant wrap was completed last week as part more
Should municipal employees and teachers in Rhode Island have their contracts automatically extended while new contracts are negotiated? That is the question being mulled by the Rhode Island House … more
By PETE FONTAINE It's summer, and Ruby Willis, Chris Regicorte and Serenity MCcArdle are getting an educational experience of their lifetimes filled with travel and music. But their days don't include things like soaking up the sun and enjoying a day at more
Standing behind a giant "Joe Trillo for Governor" sign, the former Republican State Representative and honorary chair of the Rhode Island for Trump campaign got the loudest cheer Tuesday night when … more
By JOHN HOWELL Tommy McGovern, Steve Wolfenden, Richard Cole and Derek Smith were working on the House of Horrors at Rocky Point Park Tuesday. Of course, as all those who know the history of Rocky Point, the House of Horrors closed when the amusement more
By ETHAN HARTLEY Eight of the 10 workers from the East Greenwich Northeast Region facility of Airgas USA, the country's leading single-source supplier of gases, welding equipment and related supplies, are entering their fifth week of striking in order to more
LARCENY On June 6 at approximately 8:40 a.m., Officer Christian Vargas was dispatched to the Gorton Junior High School at 150 Draper Ave. for the report of a storage shed having been broken into. Several pieces of lawn equipment were allegedly stolen, more
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