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Proposed martini bar stirs debate

A Johnston resident is looking to open a martini bar on Atwood Avenue, but opposition from neighbors might have his proposal on the rocks. Ronald Webster made a case for his Classic Martini Bar …
The hard work of Verde, friends and volunteers pays off in the form of award-winning wines.

Here’s a corker

Jim Verde is used to surprising people. Owning and maintaining his own vineyard is impressive enough. But what astonishes people even more is that his vineyard is in Johnston, Rhode Island, …

Fortunato tapped as interim superintendent

The Johnston School Committee voted Tuesday night to appoint Georgia Fortunato as interim superintendent of schools. Fortunato will serve in the role until the committee confirms a permanent …
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Johnston man, company sentenced in scheme to defraud financially distressed homeowners

PROVIDENCE – A Johnston-based real estate investment firm, the company’s owner and an employee of the real estate investment firm were sentenced in U.S. District Court today [June 9] for …
Volunteers line up to enjoy at thank you lunch at the center last week.

Volunteers critical to senior center mission

From the flowers that bloom in window boxes to the dishes that are carefully placed before lunchtime guests, almost everything at the Johnston Senior Center relies on the work of volunteers. …

Johnston Senior High School Honor Roll - 4th Quarter, 2025

High Honors Michael Abbruzzi 2025 Melissa Aguilar 2025 Temitope Ajayi 2025 Skyla Almeida 2026 Eva Alves 2025 Lucas Anderson 2025 Samaya Anzivino 2027 Isabella …
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Skylar Batz hits the water with some young sailors

Edgewood Sailing School welcomes new director, adds STEM program

The Edgewood Sailing School is ramping up its preparations for another summer on the water and will be hosting some of its annual events along with some new additions as well. Taking the reins …
Mikhail Hulkow last year.

Hulkow battles back from surgery, takes 2nd at states

Bishop Hendricken wrestler Mikhail Hulkow made a splash his freshman season back in 2023 as he would go on to win the freshman state title. Things were looking up for the grappler as he was on the …

Ferri Jaguars have Dominant Season

The Ferri Jaguars completed their second undefeated season in a row with a 66-53 win over Deering Middle School last Thursday. Jordan Diclo led the team with 38 points, scoring more than half of …
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Scarborough, who ranked fifth in Cranston High School East’s class of 2022, attends Brown University and studies mathematics and theatre arts. Submitted photo

Backstage is front and center for tech hand

Nathan Scarborough loves Rhode Island. He was raised in Cranston, goes to school in Providence, and this summer he’s working in Matunuck. Scarborough is an assistant lead electrician at …

Politelli brings many elements together for new album

Art is often an extension of the creator. Along with the imagination and ideas, there’s also various emotions and feelings telling a story. In a musical sense, Cranston native and Providence …

Let’s talk about anything but politics

I have never been vocal about political issues, generally keeping my opinions to myself. However, in our current intense political climate, it seems that people are more riled up than I have ever …
Police Logs

Johnston Police Log, 7-10-2025

RECKLESS DRIVING, HIGH SPEED PURSUIT On June 24 at about 5 p.m., Johnston Police responded to Warwick Police Headquarters to take custody of a teenager wanted out of their department for …

Stolen truck’s driver escapes traffic stop

At about  1:50 AM on June 26,  a Johnston police officer conducted a motor vehicle stop of a gray Chevrolet Silverado traveling west near Plainfield Street and School Street. The vehicle …

Johnston Police Log 7-3-2025

DUI, WEAPONS POSSESSION On June 15 at about 9:29 p.m., Patrolman Patrick Gendreau and another officer observed a motor vehicle traveling roughly 10 mph above the speed limit on Atwood Avenue and …
Editorial

For veterans, actions speak louder than flags

Americans are a people whose majority will outwardly claim to respect their nation’s armed forces. It’s not surprising, considering our nation’s origin story is rooted in an …

A leader by example is confirmed at CCRI

Out of a search that ballooned to nearly half a hundred qualified candidates, the state Council on Postsecondary Education thankfully decided they already had the best candidate right under their …

The fairways just got safer

In a flurry of activity, the General Assembly finished its 2025 legislative session Friday night, passing many bills that will affect thousands of Rhode Islanders in the years to come. Among …