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Johnston double murder investigation ongoing

Although the most likely suspect was shot and killed by police, the investigation into the events that unfolded on Ligian Court in Johnston on May 24 remain under investigation. “The …
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Painted for a parade

Never in recent history has Narragansett Parkway looked so good for the Gaspee Days parade that steps off Saturday from the intersection of Spring Green at 10 a.m. The red, white and blue line …
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Lining up for Special Oct. 3 Election

With the special election to fill the Ward 6 council seat left empty after Matthew Reilly’s resignation tentatively set as October 3, two candidates have come forward to throw their hat into …
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The Ghost of the Sprague Mansion

By robert porter lynch When my mom led the charge to save the mansion, we didn't have a caretaker living in the house. As a student at Brown, I volunteered. After all, what young man wouldn't …
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The Rhode Island Press Association presented 153 awards to journalists throughout the state for writing, design and photography in its editorial contest for 2022. Johnston Sun Rise Editor Rory …

What Cheer Flower Farm, an Olneyville-based nonprofit that farms and gives away upwards of 100,000 flowers a year, is set to expand their fields and grow their operation with help from grants …
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The Cranston Rotary Club held a social night on Wednesday, May 31, and joined to see the hard work they’d put in to sponsor a renovated gardening space for the Adult Day Services Center. Over …

In the 5/25 edition of the Herald, a layout error caused a photo to cover up text in a story regarding the Convocation at Cranston East. The error caused the text regarding valedictorian, Madeline …
Assault On 05/29/23 at 1019 hrs Officers arrested Elizabeth Davis (53) of 27 Zanfagna St, Johnston for Simple Assault and Disorderly Conduct. Arrest was the result of an incident at 1150 …
RHODYLIFE
“The Demon Barber of Fleet Street” is back after many years at Trinity Rep, where it is given a powerful new production under the watchful eyes of director Curt Columbus. Columbus …
Sports
Taking gold
The Cranston West relay team of Praise Mayson, Quiana Pezza, Ailani Sutherland and Amelya D’Errico won the 400 relay at the RIIL …
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Athlete of the Week: Ailani Sutherland
The Cranston Herald’s Athlete of the Week is West track star Ailani Sutherland, who put on a show at the state championships and …
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West grinding in DI playoffs
The Cranston West softball team is battling its way through the crowded Division I playoffs and split its first two games, beating …
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SCHOOL NEWS

Cranston West Quarter 2 Honor Roll 2022-2023

Highest Honor Grade 12:  Emily Abendroth, Hailey Bobek, Ava Boyle, Hannah Boyle, Alissa Burgos, Angelo Capaldi, Carolin Carrascoza-Velasquez, Milan Cesana-Marinosci, Michaela Consiglio, …
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Western Hills Middle School

Grade 8 High Honors Wesley Abatecola, Joshua Abrams, Adrian Acosta, Laila Alba, Kefaya Altaan Al Hariri, Saoirse Bacon, Jacob Bovay, Gage Burkemper, Amanda Chen, Ethan Davis, Cora Dempsey, Alayna …
Opinion

Amidst a flurry of legislative efforts being submitted in the home stretch of the general assembly’s session is one bill that simultaneously threatens the vitality of local newspapers, such as …
Obituaries

Elizabeth (Liz) Cristine Reich

Elizabeth (Liz) Cristine Reich, 73, of Cranston, Rhode Island passed away on May 31, 2023, at Brentwood Nursing Home in Warwick, Rhode Island. She was the wife of the late Steven Kenneth Reich. Liz …

McCarthy, Ellen F.

Ellen F. McCarthy, age 71, of Cranston, passed away June 5, 2023 in her residence, surrounded by her family. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Christopher and Helen (Moffitt) …
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Melody

Melody will bring music into your life! This beautiful year old Schnauzer mix is just waiting to steal your heart! Not only is she beautiful she is fun-loving too! She likes other friendly dogs, …

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Warwick city parks employee stops ‘cat-astrophe’

According to feline math, a Warwick Parks and Rec employee saved 81 lives on the job Monday. Paul Joutras gripped the cardboard box and aimed for his city trash truck. “But I heard …