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PLENTY OF SPACE: Zach McMillan loves the freedom of his expanded bathroom, a project made possible by the St. Peter Church community and Habitat for Humanity.
Gift of independence
Zach was ready to do wheelies in the bathroom. That wasn’t an option for the boy who is suffering from the rare genetic childhood disease ataxia-telangiectasia until now. If fact, the bathroom … more
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Police Log
STOLEN PHONEOn January 17 around 12:54 a.m. Officer Michael Walker met with a woman in the front lobby of police headquarters to report that her cell phone had been stolen.In her statement, the … more
Warwick man sentenced for molestation of 7-year-old girl
Henry Bozzo, age 62, of Warwick, was sentenced Jan. 20 to 45 years, with 18 years to serve and the remainder suspended with probation, for child molestation. Bozzo was found guilty in October 2016 of … more
EXPRESSIONS OF HOPE: A band plays and students dance in front of the State House.
Student protestors look to have their rights recognized
“Keep your tiny hands off our rights,” a sign declared. Its owner, a young blonde woman wearing bright blue lipstick, was one of the many students who walked out of her Providence high school … more
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TIME FOR TRUMP: With a break in customers, Alan Ferla listens to President Donald Trump deliver his inaugural address.
Customers tune into Trump at Louie’s Barber Shop
Barbers Mark Maggiacomo and Alan Ferla had the time to watch Donald J. Trump take the oath as the nation’s 45th president, as Louie’s Barber Shop in Conimicut was quiet Friday at midday. Usually, … more
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PEACEFUL TURNOUT: It was estimated by the Providence Police Chief HughT. Clements Jr., that 7,000 people turned out at the State House for the RIWomen’s Solidarity Rally.
RI women join in marches here & D.C.
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 … more
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They’re back
After an unexplained hiatus where they took off for places unknown, swans have made a return to Pawtuxet. Dave Chartier took this picture near the causeway at Salter Grove Park off Narragansett … more
Size matters?
A “friendly rivalry” between neighboring cities is sure to ignite, as Cranston looks poised to overtake Warwick as the second largest city in the state. “The mayor would certainly take … more
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Pumped up Patriots
Pumped up Patriots Michaela Mercurio was surprised to be greeted by Pat Patriot when she stopped for a coffee at the Wildes Corner Dunkin Donuts Tuesday afternoon. Team representatives handed out Patriots t-shirts and other mementoes as part of the One" more
New city phone system cause for some caller confusion
By JOHN HOWELL One point of the city's new phone system is to streamline calls so that instead of dialing 738-2000 and then an extension to reach a department, you can dial the department directly. But that hasn't always happened since the city more
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ELAINE YATES
Yates hopes daughters will want to meet him 31 years after disappearing from Warwick
By JOHN HOWELL The former Elaine Yates was back in Warwick Wednesday to face a charge from Oct. 14, 1988 that she had abducted her two daughters. Yates' apprehension in Texas on Monday was a long awaited break for Russell Yates, who for more than three more
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CATAPULT ROBOT: Team members Jovanni Costa, Kenny Capellan and Danny Wu collaborate on the construction of a basic robot. They will move on to more complex projects that may include a robot interlinked to a cell phone capable of performing multiple tasks.
Hands-on learning
Hands-on learning There's been no lack of interest since Toll Gate boosted classes in robotics, says technology/education department chair Dennis Dubee. Dubee credits the administration with coming through with about $25,000 for materials to get the more
ODOR FILTER: Earl Bond lifts a carbon filter from a manhole, one of 12 that have been installed in the Cedar Swamp neighborhood to eliminate sewer odors.
'Smoking out' nasty odors
By JOHN HOWELL Janine Burke-Wells has been smoking out some foul odors. The executive director of the Warwick Sewer Authority was on Haven Street Wednesday morning with a crew that was literally blowing smoke into city sewer lines. It is all part of an more
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City chases $7 million in unpaid taxes
By JOHN HOWELL The city is chasing down 26,000 people and companies that haven't paid their tax bills, going as far back as far as 2008, for a total of $7 million. If that sounds like hard work, it is, says City Tax Collector Kayla Jones. What makes more
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ALL NEW PROGRAM: The Boys and Girls Clubs of Warwick are planning to open a third clubhouse at the Lloyd Cooper Armory on Sandy Lane in September to exclusive serve middle school youths.
Reaching out to middle schoolers
By JOHN HOWELL As if what she has already disclosed isn't enough of a revelation, Lara D'Antuono says she has an announcement - surprise" - that she's keeping until Thursday evening. What the executive director of the Warwick Boys and Girls Clubs will" more
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Governor’s promise of free college gets positive feedback
Rhode Island students could get a significant financial boost under a “historic” proposal from Governor Gina M. Raimondo. The plan, dubbed “Rhode Island’s Promise,” would guarantee two … more
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CROWNED: Nancy DeShaies fits a crown on Frances Amico as Greenwood Terrace tenants gathered Saturday to celebrate Frances’ 102nd birthday. Nancy and Roseanne Andrews, looking on from back, planned the surprise party.
Candles no challenge for 102-year-old
By JOHN HOWELL Frances Amico has blown out many candles during her lifetime. There's only guessing how many. On Saturday evening she was faced with three more, which is a good thing because if there had been a true representation of her age the cake more
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POLITICS AND MEDICINE: Senator Sheldon Whitehouse took a moment following Sunday’s rally to talk with Brown University medical students.
Delegation vows fight to save best of Obamacare
By JOHN HOWELL Senator Sheldon Whitehouse had people laughing at a rally to save the Affordable Care Act. The Republicans have already taken the first steps to dismantle it in the wake of Donald Trump's election and their impending control of both the more
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Open again
Open again The fence that divided the Dave's Marketplace parking lot at Hoxsie Four Corners causing confusion and frustration last Tuesday was removed on Saturday, according to Sue Budlong, marketing and communications manager. The fence extended down more
UNCERTAINTY: The effect of the next four years of Donald Trump's presidency weighs heavily on the minds of Matt Donnelly and Jeff St. Germain, as it will affect every aspect of their lives and the lives of their children. Shown here with them is their son, Caleb.
Foster care family concerned by future with Trump
By JEN COWART The last few months have left Matt Donnelly and Jeff St. Germain unsettled and worried about the future, especially as the inauguration looms. Warwick residents and small business owners, Donnelly and St. Germain have been partners for 34 more
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PROTOTYPE: Allison DeGerlia holds one of the 3D printed prosthetic hands made at New England Tech. Like this one, the hands can be customized into different colors or sizes.
Students, adults join hands to help amputees
By TESSA ROY Local students have teamed up with area organizations to lend some helping hands to kids in need. Rocky Hill School's Interact Club and the New England Institute of Technology (NEIT) Rotaract Club, sponsored by East Greenwich Rotary's New more
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“I could hear my bones cracking, and blood was squirting out of my mouth...Oh my God, just take me.” Manny Gomes
Remembering the life of `The Mayor of Apponaug'
By BRIAN JONES Manny Gomes was celebrated at a memorial service Dec. 14 that recalled the many lives he touched after surviving a catastrophic accident while he was homeless and later becoming known as The Mayor of Apponaug" for the good works he did" more
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BOOMING BASS: Rev. James R. Bocchino was known for what Heidi Seddon (left) called his booming bass voice while he sang with the St. Barnabas Church choir. Here, he’s joined by Treasurer Stanley Schofield at the end of his final service Sunday.
St. Barnabas Church celebrates Father Jim's ministry
By PETE FONTAINE The St. Barnabas Church community loves Rev. James Robert Bocchino. From the time a four-member search community held a half hour telephone interview with Bocchino on Labor Day, Sept. 2, 2013 until the closing of Sunday's emotional more
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Police Log
KEPT THE CHANGE On January 11 at approximately 2:32 p.m., Officer Rose Michel met with a victim at police headquarters for a larceny report. The victim stated earlier that day, he had visited the Greenwich Avenue Stop & Shop. In the store, he walked to more
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Police Log
By TIM FORSBERG DISPATCH LEADS TO MARIJUANA SUMMONS On Dec. 23 at 10:18 p.m., Sergeant John Choquette and Officer Sokphannareth Chea were dispatched to 2043 Elmwood Avenue for a report that a male and a female were verbally arguing. It was determined more
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