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HEADED TO WASHINGTON: Aaron Mackisey has worked for Mayor Frank Picozzi’s administration since he first took office, and said that while moving on is tough, he’s looking forward to the challenges that working in Washington will bring.

Mackisey looks to DC to do even bigger things

Warwick Chief of Staff Aaron Mackisey is set to leave Mayor Frank Picozzi’s administration within the coming months to take a job in Washington, D.C. While an official date hasn’t … more

By ADAM ZANGARI | 5/16/24

Finances headline school meeting, 5 teachers get pink slips

Warwick School Committee took action on multiple financial matters, including the school’s lunch money debt and layoffs of teachers under consideration Tuesday. The committee approved the … more

By ADAM ZANGARI | 5/16/24

City GOP has hopes but few candidates for 2024

Warwick’s City Republicans met last Thursday in their Airport Plaza headquarters to strategize for the 2024 election. While only one Warwick Republican currently holds office – … more

By ADAM ZANGARI | 5/16/24 | 1 comment

WHAT’S PLANNED: A rendering of the South Air Cargo facility and the proposed road with access to the Airport Connector. This early plan does not include a rotary enabling traffic to access the connector which is under design.

Private property included in airport plan

It was the late 1990s when a resident whose Field View Drive home backed up on Green Airport, turned to the news media to voice concerns about the noise and fumes of aircraft idling and revving their … more

By JOHN HOWELL | 5/16/24

Huckle

Huckle is one of the cutest pups you'll ever see! He is one of a large litter of pups with Friends of Homeless Animals. There are both males and females available and yes, they are all this adorable! … more

5/15/24

DECORATED OFFICER:  Zeus, led in this photo by his handler Cranston Police Sgt. Gregg Bruno, “left a lasting impact on so many over the years and was responsible for the seizure of narcotics, firearms, and US currency,” according to CPD. He “also successfully tracked both criminals and missing persons. He was the star of many community demonstrations. He will be greatly missed!”

Sgt. Bruno on Zeus: ‘Suddenly the tables turned & I became the protector’

Now that I have finally had the chance to catch my breath, I would like to extend my most sincere appreciation and gratitude for the outpouring of support that my family and I have received during … more

5/15/24

FEMA deadline approaching: ‘Don’t delay, apply today’

Homeowners and renters in Kent, Providence and Washington counties who had damage from the severe storm and flooding that took place from Dec. 17-19, 2023, and Jan. 9-13, 2024, have just one … more

5/15/24

Learn365RI a political hot potato

Johnston is the only Ocean State municipality not participating in Gov. Dan McKee’s Learn365RI initiative. According to McKee’s Press Secretary Olivia DaRocha, “38 out of 39 … more

By RORY SCHULER | 5/15/24

MISSED AT J&T'S: Longtime J&T’s Breakfast & Lunch waitress Crystal Vizcaino, of Johnston, has been diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer. She has three kids and the bills are piling up. She posed for photos with some of her beloved patrons and fellow waitresses at the George Waterman Road restaurant last week.

Fundraiser set for Johnston mom of 3 living with Stage 4 cancer

Crystal Vizcaino tried not to cry. She rubbed at an uncomfortable false eyelash while sitting in the back booth at J&T’s Breakfast & Lunch. Vizcaino’s used to waiting tables … more

By RORY SCHULER | 5/10/24

And the winners are...

Gene Valicenti stepped from the evening news show he co-anchors on Channel 10 Thursday night to another show at Cheleo's Restaurant on Post Road Warwick where the Rotary Club of Warwick held its cash … more

5/10/24

Look what's happening around Warwick

Weekend Spotlight May 9, The Warwick Republican City Committee Meeting is holding a Candidate forum/meeting on Thurs., May 9, at 6 p.m., at RIGOP Headquarters, 1800 Airport Rd., … more

5/9/24

Spring display

The ornamental flowering trees on West Shore Road, albeit too brief if the winds kick up, have put the bloom on Conimicut Village. It won’t be look before the village association follows up … more

5/9/24

Study finds child population declining, increasingly diverse

An annual report released by Rhode Island Kids Count, a children's advocacy group lauded by state and local officials for their in-depth analyses, was unveiled Monday at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick. … more

By TYLER JACKMAN Special to the Herald | 5/9/24

SHE MADE A PRINT: Jaylyn DeLeon’s sash that she will wear at Commencement, with the handprints of her third grade students at Warren A. Sherman Elementary School where she student taught. (Submitted photo)

Student teacher created welcoming environment for Sherman students

Jaylyn DeLeon will be wearing a very special accessory when she walks across the stage to receive her bachelor’s degree in elementary education from the University of Rhode Island’s … more

5/9/24

Airport Connector, Post Road sidewalk work this week

The Department of Transportation is scheduled to place rip rap and mulch requiring right shoulder closures on the Airport Connector, from I-95 North to Post Road, this week from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. … more

5/9/24

2 elected to CCRI Alumni Assn., Board of Trustees

The Community College of Rhode Island Foundation and Alumni Association have elected Sergio Sousa, Regional Vice President of Marketing for Bally’s Twin River Lincoln Casino Resort and … more

5/9/24

TEAM PLAYERS: Jen Thomson, Vice President of Sales and Marketing and the first female vice president of ABS, at far right is joined from left by co-workers Lily Silveira, HR Coordinator; John Papa, Production Print Specialist; and David Aulisio, VP of Business Development. (Submitted photo)

Jen Thomson is first ABS female vice president

Hard work, dedication and perseverance has truly paid off for Jennifer Thomson of Warwick. She recently became Automated Business Solutions first female Vice President in their 32-year history. She … more

5/9/24

Off to the derby

The Elizabeth Buffam Chace Center didn’t have a seat to spare for the 17th annual Run for the Roses dinner, auction and live streaming of the Kentucky Derby held Saturday at the Warwick Country … more

5/9/24

Restoring the dunes

More than 25 volunteers under the direction of Wenley Ferguson, director of restoration at Save the Bay have planted 10,350 beach grass plants and are starting to plant native goldenrods and switch … more

5/9/24

Gange joins Obstetrics, Gynecology at Women & Infants

Michele Gange, MD is joining the Division of Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology at Women & Infants Hospital. She attended Brown University for undergraduate and medical … more

5/9/24

June 2, 2024