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ROADS SUBMERGED: Early Wednesday morning, Jan. 10, Mayor Joseph M. Polisena Jr. took this photo from “Old Pocasset at Briarcliffe.” According to the mayor, “There’s also large-scale residential flooding throughout Johnston.”
Johnston roads closed following fresh flooding; apartment building evacuated
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
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WHAT’S IN THE MASTER PLAN: The final build out plan for the south air cargo facility, as submitted to the FAA in the environmental assessment, shows an access to Main Avenue. RIAC is prepared to sign an agreement restricting air cargo vehicular traffic to the Airport Connector.
RIAC guarantees cargo traffic won’t access local roads
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
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THE ROAD AHEAD: Road and bridge contractor Cardi Corporation’s Lincoln Avenue headquarters in Warwick has been taken over by J.R. Vinagro Corp. of Johnston. Vinagro has also hired the former boss from the Central Landfill, ex-RIRRC Executive Director Joseph Reposa.
Former Central Landfill boss now heads J.R. Vinagro Corp.
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
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THE PLASTIC ALTERNATIVE: Annie Mechino displays one of the paper bags with handles that Sandy Lane Meat Market offers customers. (Warwick Beacon photo)
Getting a handle on paper
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
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FAMILY BEACH DAY: Sofia’s family poses in front of Easton’s Beach as swimmers get ready to brave the waters behind them. (L-R- Christa Skipworth, Sofia Skipworth, Ethan Skipworth, Andrew Skipworth, Nathan Skipworth)
Taking the plunge for Sofia
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
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READY TO RIDE THE WAVES? This addition to the Airport Connector divider greets those leaving the airport as they drive west. (Warwick Beacon photo)
DOT rolls out wave to welcome visitors
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
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RIVER’S STILL RUNNING: The Pawtuxet River flows behind the brewery’s parking lot, where the mud from the river’s recent flood still remains on formerly submerged signs.
Apponaug Brewing deals with fallout of flooding
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
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West Bay Chorale seeks singers, sets open rehearsal Jan. 15
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
Statewide single use plastic bag ban takes effect
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
Ample gas supplies keep lid on prices
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
BIRTHDAY GUEST: Mayor Frank Picozzi showed up to Pascarella’s birthday celebration and presented him with a citation for his honorable work. (Warwick Beacon photos)
‘No big deal’ centenarian says of accomplishments
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
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Bidding farewell to 2023, welcoming 2024
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
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GIVING TREE GIFTS: In Warwick, BankRI’s three branches combined to collect 753 gifts to benefit children at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Warwick. Statewide, the program saw its best year ever, leading to 7,576 to brighten the season for kids across the Ocean State. Pictured here from left are Lori Lepizzera, Jefferson Boulevard Branch Manager, BankRI; Lara D'Antuono, Executive Director, Boys and Girls Clubs of Warwick; Lynne DeSantis, Buttonwoods Branch Manager, BankRI; and Jennifer Kilday, Warwick Avenue Branch Manager, BankRI. (Submitted photo)
Holiday Giving Tree collects 7,576 gifts for local Kids in biggest year ever
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
TRIANGLES ON THE HORIZON: A fleet of 14 Sunfish wait for the wind near the Providence River channel off Edgewood Yacht Club Monday morning.
Drifting into 2024
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
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Family fireworks show at Rocky Point
The New Year’s Eve forecast of above freezing temperatures, light winds and a 20 percent  chance of rain promises for a great early evening of  fireworks at Rocky Point Park. The … more
PUTTING QUOTES TO PAPER: Scott Jablonski poses with his newest book open to two of its quotes. The quotes on the left and right pages respectively read “If you don’t go through life with an open mind, you will find a lot of closed doors,” from Mark Perrett and “Do what you can, with what you love, where you are,” from Theodore Roosevelt.
St. Rose teacher completes second book on year-round inspiration
St. Rose of Lima fourth grade teacher and local author Scott Jablonski’s second book is hitting the shelves shortly after his first one did. “Stand Out! Stand Out!” consists of … more
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Spay and neuter clinic wins $30K grant to help pet owners with vet costs
The Potter Spay and Neuter Clinic in Warwick is among nearly two dozen animal welfare programs across the state that is sharing $530,000 in grants from the Rhode Island Foundation. The funding will … more
No break in school renovations, high school projects
This past year has been marked with some major milestones in the rehabilitation of schools - namely, the reopening of Sherman Elementary School, the creation of “innovative spaces” at … more
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Galligan looks to unseat Testa as school chair
Having served as the District 1 member to the Warwick School Committee for a year, Shaun Galligan confirmed Tuesday night he is actively campaigning to become committee chair at the first meeting of … more
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NO MORE GRAVY TRAIN: Speaker of the Rhode Island House of Representatives, Warwick state Rep. K. Joseph Shekarchi, and his Director of Communications, Larry Berman, joined Beacon Communications editors for breakfast on Friday morning. (Beacon photo by John Howell)
Breakfast with Joe
The Speaker of the Rhode Island House of Representatives set his eyes on the biscuits slathered in sausage gravy across the table. “There’s no more … gravy train coming from … more
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