SAWYER SCHOOL CLOSING: We didn't see this coming? The Rhode Island Office of Higher Education, the state agency responsible for monitoring educational institutions above the high school level in … more

Weekend snow puts a strain on municipal budgets, but town officials say snow removal from Saturday’s storm went smoothly as Johnston had its first real dose of winter weather. “It went pretty well. Our guys did a tremendous job,” said Director of Public Works Arnie Vecchione. “They worked around the clock… more

Is the American Dream slipping away for too many Rhode Islanders? Recent data finds that many workers cannot afford to make ends meet every month, let alone put money away for emergencies, a home, … more

Gun control legislation has been the topic of conversation throughout the state and Chief of Police Richard Tamburini offered his opinion on the latest bill that would require individuals to register … more

Secretary of State A. Ralph Mollis has reminded local nonprofit corporations that state law requires them to file annual reports with his office in June. More than 7,900 nonprofits ranging from … more

Stop & Shop opened their 91st fueling station in Johnston yesterday morning at 11 Commerce Way off Atwood Avenue. “We’re just thrilled to be here in Johnston,” said Paula Besso, Stop & … more

A bill Rep. K. Joseph Shekarchi (D-Dist. 23, Warwick) introduced last week would prohibit the Rhode Island Economic Development Corporations (EDC) from guaranteeing any loans and obligations, an … more

This week instead of dragging a shopping cart… more

"Small,” as in Rhode Island, was used a lot Friday and Saturday, as more than 300 gathered at the Rhode Island Convention Center to come up with ideas to turn the state’s economy around. The … more

The District 1 Town Council race has become more contentious this week, as the disability settlement of candidate Ed Cardillo has been called into question. “With him having a disability … more