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Bike path resurfacing begins in Cranston
Mayor Ken Hopkins announced that resurfacing of the Washington Secondary Bike Path would in Cranston this coming Monday, April 8. As the resurfacing work on the bike path kicks off in Cranston, … more
Insurers should be required to pay a fair share of dental care
By Rep. JOSEPH McNAMARA A neighbor recently approached me and said, “I don’t think it’s right that I have to pay $6,000 to just chew my food when I have dental … more
INSIDE LOOK: Local jazz duo Tish Adams and Chris Taylor don’t need to put on a big show. The two of them together is enough to fill up the Blue Room with the joy and passion of great jazz. (Photos by Lauren Marsella)
Tish Adams and Chris Taylor brought jazz to life at The Blue Room
Adams is most known for her style of jazz and blues. At Rhode Island’s Providence Bookstore Cafe, she has produced a weekly live music series, additionally peering up with top jazz vocalists … more
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 Proposed Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan
CITY OF CRANSTON AMENDED NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Proposed Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan (20 Goddard Drive) The following is an amended notice of public hearings on proposed Ordinance No. … more
Charlie Hall
AAA: Rhode Island gas prices up five cents
Buckle up – northeast gas prices are about to hit a bump in the road. Gasoline prices, already on a seasonal upward trajectory, could spike by double digits this week once the switch to … more
We are making progress, I guess
An ongoing issue in the world of local high school sports coverage is the connection between the teams and media outlets in terms of reporting the scores and stats of games. In the past, it was … more
The Warwick School Committee has joined a national lawsuit suing major social media companies Meta, TikTok, YouTube and Snapchat, doing so in a 4-0 vote taken during Nov. 14’s School Committee meeting, following discussion in closed session.
Warwick schools join national social media lawsuit
The Warwick School Committee has joined a national lawsuit suing major social media companies Meta, TikTok, YouTube and Snapchat, doing so in a 4-0 vote taken during Nov. 14’s School Committee … more
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PROBATE COURT OF THE CITY OF CRANSTON
NOTICE Of Matters Pending and For Hearing In Said Court On the dates specified in notices below at 9 A.M. for hearing said matters Cranston City Hall 869 Park Ave, Cranston, RI 02910 3 rd Floor, … more
FROM THE AIR: These images from the vicinity Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation (RIRRC) Central Landfill and Material Recycling Facility in Johnston were captured last year by drones piloted by Trevor Bryan, an FAA Licensed and insured drone pilot, the owner and operator of New England Aerial Services. For more information on the Warwick-based company, visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/newenglandaerialservices. (Photos by New England Aerial Services)
Landfill says pay first, read later
The Central Landfill wants the Johnston Sun Rise and Cranston Herald to pay $900, in advance, to search for documents that may (or may not) exist, detailing the past business relationship between … more
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Proposed Zone Change
CITY OF CRANSTON AMENDED NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Proposed Zone Change (20 Goddard Drive) The following is an amended notice of public hearings to consider a proposed amendment, Ordinance No. … more
McKee selects legal team to go after those responsible for bridge failure
STORY OF THE WEEK: “We’re leaving no stone unturned as far as accountability,” Gov. Dan McKee said last Friday, as he unveiled Max Wistow and Jonathan Savage as the lawyers who will … more
In defense of the House Oversight Committee
Eight years ago, I was named chairwoman of the House Oversight Committee. It was a position I accepted with much excitement and, to be honest, just a little bit of trepidation. Unlike other … more
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A few takes on another busy week
This past week was quite busy in the local sports scene, and as I do every once in awhile, I am going to chat about a few thoughts I developed in that span. It is hard for me not to do a full-blown … more
Speed zones to save right whales
NOAA Fisheries announced the annual opening of a Seasonal Management Area (SMA) in Cape Cod Bay to protect North Atlantic right whales starting on January 1, 2024 to May 15, 2024. All vessels 65 feet … more
Rhode Island’s budget challenges, Part One
Housing affordability has become one of Rhode Island’s most serious challenges. Home prices are so high that ownership is out of reach for many Rhode Islanders. Nearly half of all renters spend … more
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Lizzy
Lizzy
What's black, white and happy all over?? The answer is Lizzy, who is a two year old Hound mix with the biggest smile around. Lizzy loves people, is playful and so pretty! Her perfect home would be … more
Time was right to move on from Belichick
Last week marked the end of perhaps the greatest era in professional football history as the New England Patriots and head coach Bill Belichick parted ways after 24 years together. You all have … more
Warwick should have at least one RIAC appointment
As reported in last week’s Warwick Beacon, Warwick residents and officials seeking to gain some more insight and accountability into the goings on of the Rhode Island Airport Corporation (RIAC) … more
Standing up for transparency
In recent months, Rhode Islanders have seen how critical it is to have ready and reliable access to public information. We’ve also been reminded of how frustrating and challenging it can be to … more
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