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BACK ON THE TABLE: This solar project is slated for “new business” discussion at 6:30 p.m. during the Sept. 28 Johnston Zoning Board meeting. Go to https://clerkshq.com/johnston-ri for all the details.
Johnston Zoning Board considers same old solar development, with a slightly smaller scope
Next Thursday the Johnston Zoning Board will hear from developers who want to build a slightly smaller 157-acre solar farm along Winsor Avenue. “I would say if they’re going back to … more
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SLIME PROPRIETOR: At 12 years old, Penelope Santos may be one of the Ocean State’s youngest entrepreneurs. The founder of Angel Stars Slime LLC makes and sells all sorts of slime. She and her mother recently secured a business license from the town of Johnston. This weekend, on Sept. 24, Santos will be standing behind a table at the Mini Kids Entrepreneur Fair, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Farm Fresh RI, 10 Sims Ave., Providence.
12-year-old Johnston entrepreneur founds LLC and secures town business license
The proprietor’s a tween but her business is an infant heading toward toddlerhood. “Some parts are easy and some parts are hard,” Penelope Santos said after mixing a fresh batch of slime. “You have to take some risks to be successful.” more
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MAKING A CASE: Attorney Joseph Brennan of Brennan Law appeared before the Planning Board representing Gold Coast Properties seeking major land development approval for a 124-room Echo Suites extended stay hotel on Post Road across from the airport on Sept. 13. The board approved the development. Also pictured is Dana Nisbet, PE, from DiPrete Engineering. (Warwick Beacon photo)
Board agrees, city can use another hotel
Multi-million dollar projects, such as the proposal to build a dog lodge on Jefferson Boulevard or a garage for use by contractors to store vehicles and materials on Post Road, in Pawtuxet have a way … more
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A CAT’s CURIOSITY: Ella Simpson played with cats as her parents considered adopting. This one was especially intrigued by the camera. (Warwick Beacon photo)
RISPCA new home a haven for pets & people
By JOHN HOWELL Wayne Kezirian, president of the Rhode Island Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, was prepared for the opening of their new home on Plan Way in Warwick Thursday … more
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Funding plan, design up next for 2 schools
School Superintendent Lynn Dambruch and Assistant Superintendent William McCaffrey were still on Cloud Nine Tuesday morning following city council approval to issue bonds for new high schools Monday … more
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YOU KNOW WHERE HE STANDS: Jacob Madore displays were he stands on the issuance of $350 million in bond funds for new high schools at Monday’s Council meeting. (Warwick Beacon photos)
It’s a go for new high schools
At 10:11 p.m. on Sept. 18, the Warwick City Council voted 8-1 to release $350 million in bond funding to build two new high schools, slated to replace Pilgrim and Toll Gate High Schools. The … more
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Pros and cons of issuing $350 million in school bonds
GEBHART COMMENTS:   Made after the public comment session Tonight is about hope. It’s about being brave. It’s about the future. I heard two themes tonight, … more
ATWOOD RIVER: A family was rescued by firefighters in a boat from their stuck vehicle in the middle of Atwood Avenue during Monday night’s widespread flooding in Johnston.
Johnston's Atwood Avenue under water following flash floods
The water looks deep. But that guy made it through. I can’t back up now. Just accelerate and pray? Ocean State drivers find themselves in an increasingly familiar quandary. Drive … more
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MAKING A CONNECTION: Albert Pard of Burrillville and his family came to find the name of Henry R. Lambert on the wall. A cousin, Lambert was killed when the tank he was riding was hit by a hand grenade in October 1969. “He was just a young kid,” Pard said of Lambert who he remembers as being a fast runner, especially when chased by his (Pard’s) dog. (Warwick Beacon photo)
Traveling Vietnam Wall brings closure, remembrance to veterans
The American Veterans Traveling Tribute’s (AVTT) Traveling Wall stopped in Warwick from Thursday to Monday, and was host to a ceremony on Friday afternoon paying tribute to those who died in … more
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What could get cut so new schools don’t exceed $350M
By JOHN HOWELL As the City Council weighs whether to release voter-approved bonding for new Pilgrim and Toll Gate High Schools on Sept. 18, questions will focus on the projected costs of the … more
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Teachers take no confidence vote
Warwick School Superintendent Lynn Dambruch is mystified by reports that a group of teachers passed a vote of no confidence in her and Assistant Superintendent William McCaffrey last week and why … more
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THINK ICE: The site of the former City Hall Annex will be the home for a plaza anchored by a skating rink as envisioned in the architectural rendering. (Warwick Beacon photo)
Got money to name the rink?
With conceptual drawings and engineering plans nearing competition, the administration is moving ahead with advertising for the naming rights of Mayor Frank Picozzi’s dream for a City Hall … more
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HELPING HANDS: OLG Pastor Rev. Peter J. Gower joins and thanks Biagio Micheletti, Mecca Domenico and Louie Raso for their help last week when the Beer Garden was set up under the now 600-seat big top.
OLG Feast of La Madonna della DiFesa runs through Sunday in Johnston
Extraordinary expansion! Those two words best describe preparations for The Feast of La Madonna della DiFesa that begins tonight and continues through Sunday at a famed Festival field on … more
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OVERVIEW: Sen. Jack Reed talked about local, national and global issues at the Thursday meeting of the Warwick Rotary Club. (Cranston Herald photo)
Reed talks about issues from Warwick to Washington
Members and guests of the Rotary Club on Post Road in Warwick got the opportunity to talk with Senator Jack Reed, a Cranston native,  and hear more about the goings-on in Washington this past … more
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To what purpose are cops at council meeting?
When pulled to the side of the road for no apparent reason, Barry Cook says he feels “intimidated” when a uniformed police officer approaches his door with his hand resting on his weapon. … more
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Jim Palmisciano
Palmisciano aims to get this political party moving forward
Jim Palmisciano wants to give Rhode Islanders a new political party. Palmisciano, a graduate of Bishop Hendricken High School and Providence College, is chair of the Rhode Island Forward Party, … more
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Cost of new high schools is elusive
An executive summary provided by Ellana Construction Consultants shows the projected costs of building new high schools are higher than initially interpreted and portend heated deliberations on Sept. … more
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MOM AND DAD WERE THERE: When Madison Carlson and her brother Brayden arrived at Hoxsie School for the first day of the academic year, their parents Amanda and Chris were there to greet them.
Hot, but smooth start to schools
It was a hot start for Warwick schools Tuesday unless it was Sherman, Warwick Neck and one of the schools with HVAC systems. “It’s very toasty,” said School Committee member … more
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Scott Nerney
Telling Warwick stories
Highlighting the people of Warwick and their stories has become a passion for Scott Nerney- one that he finds particularly enjoyable. Nerney, who was born in Warwick, went to Warwick Veterans … more
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Council gives green light to Conimicut Light restoration
A Narragansett-based company that has a 40 year history in restoring aging buildings, including lighthouses, has been selected to bring new life to a Warwick icon that is showing its age and visually … more
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