Two Miami artists have been chosen to create the public art installation on the Station District's Interlink garage. Some think their idea, a series of illuminated, multi-color ribbons, is great. Others, however, are not as pleased. In this week's editorial, we tackled the $270,000 ribbon debate… more

To some, there’s no better way to start the day than with a cup of coffee or tea and the morning paper. (We hope for all of you reading this that the morning paper you choose, at least on … more

Following a series of executive sessions, the School Committee has chosen not to renew the contract of Superintendent Peter Horoschak that expires next July, banished him from school property and … more

Mark Hayward took a cautionary stance … more

During the last month, the Warwick Beacon followed a story that involved neighbors squawking at one another about a 12-year-old umbrella cockatoo that one side claimed was screeching incessantly and … more

As the smallest state in the country, Rhode Island is often overlooked by its larger neighbors, but the Rhode Island Foundation’s Make It Happen forum proved that size isn’t everything. In … more

Today’s the day: Rhode Island’s primary election. To many, it’s a write-off. The “real” election isn’t until November. But that’s a notion that everyone should discard, since … more

In this week's editorial we discuss what Labor Day is really about, and how, with the nation's current joblessness rate, the holiday should serve as a reminder of what makes the U.S. truly great … more

Back in July, a home was raided. There were 35 Chihuahuas inside. It was an extreme case of animal hoarding. Thirty-five animals under one roof is almost unfathomable; to properly care for them … more

In this week's editorial, we talk about the wacky ways in which we might be able to make sustainable, clean power. Plus we answer the question, "What do coffee, cremation and cows have to with one another?" … more