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OUT OF THIS WORLD: Planetary was the wardrobe theme for West Warwick Library staff. (Photo by Barbara Polichetti)
Getting a ‘safe’ peek of solar show
The solar eclipse was the main event Monday, with day turning to dusk as the moon slid between the earth and the sun in a rare astronomical event which will not … more
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HISTORIC: About 60 people attended Monday's special presentation by the Cranston Historical Cemeteries Commission on the forgotten graves from the old state farm. (Photos by Barbara Polichetti)
The Poorhouse Graves of Route 37
Silent no longer. For decades, no one knew that Route 37, which traverses Warwick and Cranston, covered a dark secret. It was only after early summer rains and erosion caused skeletal remains to … more
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Display your RI independence
Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State are encouraging Rhode Islanders to display Rhode Island state flags during the month of May in recognition of Rhode Island … more
BEAUTIFUL BONNETS: Ward 6 Councilwoman Donna Travis was thrilled her daughter and granddaughters were the winners of the bonnet contest. “I wasn’t a judge,” she said with a laugh. With Travis (left) are Gianna, 9, an Oakland Beach fourth grader, Tina, and Ava, 2.
Easter rabbits and raffles [Photo gallery]
It was a hopping time at Oakland Beach Elementary School … more
FEMA, SBA to address flood recovery funds Thursday
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will hold a town hall meeting Thursday April 11 from 5-7 p.m. in the Sawtooth Annex Building. The main focus of the meeting will be on recovery … more
So they can grow their own [Photo gallery]
Cindy and John Morris of Morris Farm on Warwick Avenue have found more and more of their customers looking to grow their own vegetables and to give them a good start, the farm has an extensive … more
THE FROZEN CLAM: Ryan McGowan, owner of Laid-Back Fitness and creator of The Frozen Clam, poses for a photo with the Frozen Clam ice sculpture and Jo-Ann Schofield, senior vice president of the Rhode Island Mentoring Partnership.
Baby it’s cold outside [Photo gallery]
It was a balmy 34 degrees Monday afternoon, when about 50 people hit the water at Goddard Park Beach for the second annual Frozen Clam. The Frozen Clam was the brainchild of Ryan McGowan, owner of … more
Planet Fitness gets three bomb threats in three weeks
The Planet Fitness on Warwick Ave. has been the target of three bomb threats in three weeks, with the location having to evacuate on March 28, April 4 and April 9. According to Warwick Police … more
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Warwick gets out for Earth Day
Many organizations aren’t waiting until Earth day, Monday, April 22, 2024 to pay some special  attention to the environment. The annual observance, which first began in 1970 on April 22, … more
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Insane Zane [Photo gallery]
No, actually Zane who was rescued from the animal shelter 12 years ago, stayed on dry land Tuesday as his master Mike Motulski took the Pit Bull Plunge with scores more at City Park Beach raising … more
Contractors agree to rebidding skating rink, Bentley expected to win contract
The question of which of two local construction companies will win the contract to build an outdoor skating rink and plaza behind City Hall is expected to be resolved this evening when the City … more
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KICKOFF: Dr. Corvi officially announces his candidacy at Rocky Point Park. (Warwick Beacon photo)
GOP candidate for Congress makes bid official
Dr. Steven Corvi officially kicked off his campaign as a Republican candidate for Rhode Island’s Second Congressional District Saturday at Rocky Point. “Foundational goal of my … more
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New Year's Tutus [Photo gallery]
A group of Pit Bull Plunge participants dances to get warm after retreating from the icy waters. They are, from left, Scott Henshaw, Mark Ready, Ann Marie Rakovic, Jen Saker and Kerri Lopes, who made … 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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Trails in the sky: Steve Johnson, who keeps an eye on the sky, sent along this photo of the eclipse framed by contrails
Many pick Rocky Point to view solar show
Rocky Point drew a crowd of about 400 Monday afternoon for a rare solar show. With the eclipse reaching 92% totality at 3:29 p.m., Warwick was closer to seeing a total solar eclipse than … more
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LACE UP: A 3D rendering of the proposed ice rink. (Photo provided by the City of Warwick)
Outdoor rink, Warwick Plaza groundbreaking set for April 25
A groundbreaking for Warwick’s outdoor ice rink is set for April 25 at 11 a.m. after an unusual series of events that saw council approve a contract only to have a competing contractor contest … more
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SEAWALL SIDEKICKS: Amy “Elvis” Beth (left) of Cranston provided some entertainment prior to Monday’s Seawall Splash at Oakland Beach. The countdown was kept by Priscilla Ingram, who carried an oversized clock leading to the annual plunge into Greenwich Bay.
For some, making a splash is a time-honored New Year tradition [Photo gallery]
Brave swimmers took to the water for the annual Sea Wall Splash at Oakland Beach on New Year's Day. (Warwick Beacon photos by Pete Fontaine) more
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McAllister: First the budget, then a decision on running for mayor
City Council President Steve McAllister knows the election clock is ticking if he intends to run for mayor, but for the moment he’s putting it aside as he concentrates on the city budget. … more
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Former Warwick mayor resigns from RIPTA post
Scott Avedisian, Warwick’s longest-serving mayor, resigned from his post as CEO of the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) on Thursday. The resignation follows Avedisian’s … more
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PINKED OUT: Dash, a yellow Labrador retriever, napped near the 2013 Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Calendar girls as they autographed the month they represented. The calendar focused on women under the age of 40 who dealt with breast cancer early in their lives as the Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Foundation launched their campaign that breast cancer is “not just your grandmother’s disease.” Photographed by Lisa Bruno of 64degrees Photography, the calendar captures 12 young breast cancer survivors featuring locations throughout Rhode Island.
Flames of Hope burn bright in RI [Photo gallery]
The annual Flames of Hope Celebration... more
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