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Johnston has the lowest-paid mayor in the Ocean State. Should the town’s next mayor get a $50,000 raise, from the current $75,000 annual salary to at least $125,000, as several members of … more
As the Johnston Sun Rise went to the printers Wednesday morning, Johnston’s emergency management officials had barely finished celebrating good news from the federal government when a fresh … more
Shawn Finnigan was an early arrival at Rocky Point Park New Year’s Eve. He pulled in to set up about 1:45 p.m. As it turned out he needed all the time he could get. By 5 p.m. sweat poured off … more
Thanks to the generosity of Bank Rhode Island (BankRI) customers, staff and the community, the holiday season has been made brighter for underprivileged children across the Ocean State. The … more
Strong gasoline demand over the holidays and ongoing tensions in the Red Sea aren’t enough to prevent gas prices from ending 2023 with declines.  As oil markets continue to watch for … more
On Thursday, December 28, Stephen Edward Pascarella reported for work as he usually does. But there would be no working today. Instead, a special celebration was prepared in recognition of his 100th … more
The two feet of flooding at Apponaug Brewing Company receded in less than a day following the second-highest flood in the recorded history of the Pawtuxet River. Still, though, the scars of the … more
West Bay Chorale will hold their spring 2024 season kickoff and registration meeting Monday, January 15 at 7pm, with registration starting at 6:30 at St. Kevin Church,  333 Sandy Lane, … more
With the advent of 2024 came the enactment of legislation, including a law signed by Gov. Dan McKee in 2022 banning single-use plastic bags throughout the state. The legislation, enacted on the … more
Annie Mechino pauses; from a corner of her eye she’s spotted a customer standing by the orange-filled stand. He’s empty handed. “Billy will have it tomorrow,” she says … more
Twelve hours after ringing in the New Year, thousands were wringing water from their ears after jumping into the ocean for the Polar Plunge at Easton’s Beach in Newport. The annual event, … more
In a twist of developments and without any indication that it might happen, Mayor Frank Picozzi received Tuesday a proposed agreement from the Rhode Island Airport Corporation to build and make … more
The surf is always up when you leave Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport and get on the connector to Route 95. The rolling wave display, created by vertical blue pipes of varying … more
New Year ’s Day arrived as a whisper. The still waters of the Providence River reflected gray clouds. The Fields Point giant wind turbines stood tall, their blades frozen. The Edgewood … more
The ex-boss at the Central Landfill has taken over as CEO of J.R. Vinagro Corporation, following his resignation last month. And his new employer, Vinagro Corp. has now taken over road and bridge … more
Despite the national average rising by four cents last week, Northeast gasoline prices decreased slightly as millions of Americans prepared for their upcoming holiday celebrations and road trips. … more
House of Hope in Warwick is among eight nonprofits across the state to receive $20,000 from the Rhode Island Foundation to help residents stay housed this winter. The organization was selected … more
The following Winman Middle School students have achieved honors for the first quarter: High Honors Grade 6: Jocelyn Anderson, Cole Auclair, Saydee Bence, Rileigh Burrows, Cali Caruso, … more
Seniors wore their Christmas sweaters and dressed in reds and greens for last Thursday ‘s Christmas party at the Pilgrim Senior Center. They were entertained with live music, which inspired … more
Residential Properties Ltd. has announced the sale of 911 Frenchtown Road in East Greenwich for $626,000. Sales Associate Mark Ryan represented the seller as the listing agent in this transaction. … more
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