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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 … more
It was a rare, stinging rebuke of state officials by an enforcement wing of the federal government. Then the Ocean State’s Attorney General weighed in, reddening the handprint left behind … more
UPDATED: The defendant has been identified by prosecutors as Manuel Garcia Dela Cruz. more
LARCENY On Feb. 1, Johnston Police Patrolman Matthew V. Leveillee spotted a black SUV traveling west  on Plainfield Street with dark window tint and an expired inspection sticker. He … more
On 02/06/2024 at 0252 hrs. Officers arrested Dionne Nalls (27) of 185 Sabin St. Apt 3 Pawtucket RI, for Shoplifting, Conspiracy, Obstructing an Officer in Execution of Duty, Disorderly Conduct, and … more
On January 29th, 2024, at approximately 1859 Hours, Officer(s) arrested Kaci-Anne Munoz, (44), of 26 Alto Street, Cranston, RI, for (1) count of Domestic Violence - Simple Assault/Battery and (1) … more
The prayers worked. Sister Daisy’s still healing but she’s back in her St. Rocco School classroom. “It’s a miracle,” said the nun and second-grade teacher. … more
Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced last week that a Johnston man has been found guilty by a Providence County Superior Court jury of the murder of Mario Diaz, stemming from a … more
On Tuesday, Rhode Island State Police announced the arrest Joseph L. Giudici, 40, of 7 Canonchet Trail, Johnston, for Driving Under the Influence after he struck two marked Rhode Island State Police … more
Too little too late or better late than never? Four months later and at least two subsequent significant flood events since September’s soaking storms, the Federal Emergency Management … more
On 1/21/24 at 0938 hrs., Officers arrested Ninoska Olmos, 53, of 80 Victoria Ave. Cranston, RI for Domestic Simple Assault and Domestic Disorderly Conduct. The arrest was the result of a disturbance … more
The water’s still waist deep and starting to freeze along Belfield Drive, cutting 10 Johnston homes — and around 30 residents — off from civilization, emergency services, fuel and … more
On 1/15/24 at 1825 hours Officers arrested Jean-Paul Liranzo (28) of 16 Randall St. Cranston, for Crank or Obscene Phone Calls. Arrest is the result of an attempt pickup at the aforementioned … 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
On 1/08/2024, at approximately 1509 Hours, Officer(s) arrested Damen Leonard, (23), of 11 Pleasant View Drive, North Providence, RI, for a (1) count of Shoplifting - Misdemeanor. The arrest was the … more
On 12/16/2023 at approximately 2259 hrs. Officers arrested Judy Caro (47) of 420 West Ave. Greenville, SC for Domestic Simple Assault and Domestic Disorderly Conduct. The arrest is a result of a call … more
On 12/11/23 at 1507 hours Officers arrested Jennifer Conway (31) of 910 Atwells Ave. Apt # 1 Providence, for Shoplifting. Arrest is the result of a pick up at the Rhode Island State Police Lincoln … more
James Harrison’s story does not stir sympathy. The Johnston man was accused of peeping through a young neighbor’s window in May. The next morning he allegedly killed his mother and a … more
Early Monday morning, Johnston Police spotted a vehicle wanted in connection to a Providence shooting. According to Johnston Police Chief Mark A. Vieira, they chased the vehicle; the occupants … more
On 11/27/23 at approximately 2331hrs, Officers arrested a 30-year-old Cranston man for (1) count of Domestic Disorderly Conduct, and (1) count of Resisting Legal or Illegal Arrest as a result of a … more
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