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Johnston’s own Derek La Fazia, Jr., a 17-year-old La Salle Academy student, is once again leading the La Fazia …
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4/3/25
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A bill recently sponsored by Representative Ramon A. Perez (D-Dist. 13, Providence, Johnston) aims to amend standards and procedures for allowing conjugal visits at state correctional facilities. The …
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By TIM FORSBERG
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4/3/25
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Honor Flight “Charlie,” the 32 nd Honor Flight for veterans since retired Providence Fire Chief George Farrell started the flights to Washington, D.C. in 2012, departed early Sunday from …
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4/3/25
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For Johnston Fire Chief David Iannuccilli leadership isn’t just about fighting fires—it’s about saving lives both off and on the field.
When he’s not commanding the …
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BY TIM FORSBERG
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3/27/25
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Romeo, a 2-year-old pug who went missing on March 9, has safely returned home.
When the 25-pound pug went missing with just his collar from the Brown Avenue area, the call went out on social …
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BY TIM FORSBERG
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3/27/25
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Any drivers who have careened around the “S curve” portion of Interstate 95 in Pawtucket have probably wondered why the road was built that way. What they may not know is that the …
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By BARBARA POLICHETTI
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3/27/25
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The ownership of property at 178-200 George Waterman Road -- the site of a proposed affordable housing complex -- is temporarily in legal limbo.
On March 14, Mayor Joseph Polisena …
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By BARBARA POLICHETTI
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3/27/25
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This past weekend, both of St. Rocco School’s boys basketball teams made local history by winning the coveted Pot of Gold tournament, a feat that principal Melissa D’Amico described as …
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BY TIM FORSBERG
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3/27/25
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Residents could soon see a new Dunkin’ to get their coffee fix as well as a couple of single homes should proposed planning changes be approved.
The Johnston Planning Board will next meet …
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BY TIM FORSBERG
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3/27/25
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The town’s recent use of eminent domain to acquire land slated for a 252-unit affordable housing complex has sparked debate among residents, developers, and state officials.
Representative …
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BY TIM FORSBERG
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3/27/25
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The Johnston cheerleading team has been rebuilding its program this school year and recently took its competition squad to the state championships, where it took fifth place in its division.
The …
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By ALEX SPONSELLER
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3/26/25
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At just 17 years old, Derek La Fazia, Jr. has already made a significant impact on his community.
A lifelong Johnston resident and junior at La Salle Academy, Derek is deeply involved in …
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BY TIM FORSBERG
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3/20/25
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Johnston Mayor Joseph Polisena Jr. is pushing back against claims that the town’s eminent domain proceedings for a municipal complex to be located on George Waterman Road are aimed at blocking …
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By TIM FORSBERG
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3/20/25
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Freshman Rhode Island House Representative Richard Fascia (District 42 - Johnston/Cranston) introduced his first piece of legislation (H 5925), a bill that would establish a 300-foot buffer …
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3/20/25
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The House of Representatives recently gave its approval to legislation introduced by Rep. Deborah A. Fellela (D-Dist. 43, Johnston) that would mandate automatic external defibrillators on golf …
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3/20/25
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John Guertin Jr. enlisted in the U.S. Navy in March of 1968, serving in the Naval Reserves before embarking on a long and distinguished career at the Quonset Point Electric Boat Division of General …
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3/20/25
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Many times here at the Johnston Senior Center, it has been said that our many volunteers are the lifeblood of our community. So much depends on so many, who give their time and talents …
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Submitted by Richard DelFino, Jr.
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3/20/25
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Governor Dan McKee and First Lady Susan McKee arrived at Park Elementary School on Friday to a crowd of excited second- and third-graders ready to learn about eradicating litter.
The two read …
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By ADAM ZANGARI
Beacon Media Staff Writer
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3/20/25
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Centerline Pickleball Club celebrated its grand opening last Saturday at its new facility in Warwick, which opened its doors to the public last month.
The state’s latest pickleball …
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By ALEX SPONSELLER
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3/19/25
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Despite a somewhat hazy history, there is absolutely no question that the Zeppole (ZAY-poe-lay) Italian pastry is beyond popular in Rhode Island, with local bakeries churning out tens of thousands …
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By BARBARA POLICHETTI
Beacon Media Staff Writer
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3/19/25
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