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PACKAGE DELAYED: These images of the Amazon construction site in Johnston, following the sunset, were captured by a drone piloted by Trevor Bryan, an FAA Licensed and insured drone pilot, the owner and operator of New England Aerial Services, on Sept. 21, 2022. The illuminated project has been taking shape on the Hartford Avenue hill overlooking Johnston, but its opening date has been pushed to late 2024.
Amazon wants to revise Johnston tax deal
Amazon’s looking to re-negotiate their tax deal with Johnston. The estimated opening date of Johnston’s Amazon has been bumped back several times. While the company says …
ARRESTED: Police arrested two suspects tied to an alleged “grandparents scam” in Warwick and throughout Rhode Island. Police identified the two suspects as Jason Rhodes, 34, of Flushing, New York (the alleged suspect at the residence)
Alleged ‘grandparent scammers’ arrested in Warwick
A pair of alleged “grandparent scammers” have been arrested by Warwick Police. According to Warwick Police Detective Capt. John McAniff, local victims nearly taken for more than …
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Here's what's happening around Cranston
Weekend Spotlight Mar. 17, Shop & Sip Marketplace will be held on Sun., Mar. 17, from 12 to 4 p.m. at NYLO, 400 Knight Street, Warwick. Discover unique items and gifts for every taste. Enjoy …
OneCranston Health Equity Zone at CCAP
We work to create a healthier, happier Cranston for all residents through events, workshops, resident-led working groups and The Huddle Center, our Cranston Family Support Center. Parents of …
V\CATCHING THEIR ATTENTION: Warwick quahogger Jody King came armed with a rake, lots of photos and his personal experiences documenting a decline in quahog catches. He spoke Tuesday before the Special Legislative Commission studying a decrease in quahog catches. (Warwick Beacon photos by Will Steinfeld)
Declining quahogs
After a half-year and counting, a Special Legislative Commission studying decreased quahog catch is nearing the finish line. The commission will discuss their recommendations in an early April …
HOME ON THE GRANGE: The Oaklawn Grange stands waiting for her makeover.
Grange members to give 110 year old building some TLC
When you’re an organization that is 110 years old, and the building that houses you needs some TLC, you become creative in the fundraising area. Luckily, the Oaklawn Grange has a great …
ONE HAPPY LEPRECHAUN: Celebrating the Thirsty Beaver Cranston’s 10 year birthday last year, was Devon Jacob.
Thirsty Beaver Cranston celebrates 11th birthday
 Who doesn’t like a party on St. Patrick’s Day? But, for the Thirsty Beaver Cranston, it is an even bigger day to celebrate. They are commemorating their 11th anniversary. …
Alleged ‘grandparent scammers’ arrested in Warwick
A pair of alleged “grandparent scammers” have been arrested by Warwick Police. According to a Warwick Police press release, on March 7, a victim reported to the department they were …
DISCUSSING THE DETAILS: IlluminOss chairman Mike Mogul (right) discusses the benefits of his company’s product with Speaker of the House Joe Shekarchi and Ortho RI CEO Michael Bradley.
Bones repaired without a cast: Ortho RI debuts new technology
The creators of a new medical technology developed in East Providence that they say could revolutionize how to  heal broken bones demonstrated their product at Ortho RI in Warwick on Friday. …
HIS DREAM: Bob Allen, left, conceived of the center run by the Grand Lodge of Rhode Island  that would accept donations of medical equipment and give them  out at no cost. The center opened in 2002 and has been operating ever since at the Masonic Youth  Center on Long St., Warwick. George Donahue, at right, now runs the center. (Warwick Beacon file photo)
New life for medical equipment
It would be impossible for George Donahue to keep count. “We were down to one bed and then all of a sudden we have 14,” he says surveying the lot and open garage at the Robert J. …
The stars will dance at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet
In less than a month, Rhodes on the Pawtuxet will play host to a cadre of local celebrities strictly coming to get down and boogie for charity. The annual fundraiser- Dancing with the Stars of …