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Rhode Island's aging meters are nearing obsolescence. It may cost ratepayers $200 million to replace the Ocean State's more than 525,000 electric meters.
Meter replacement carries $200M shock
Rhode Island Energy’s “advanced metering” proposal will cost the Ocean State nearly $200 million and require the manual replacement of approximately 525,000 electric … more
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FROM THE DARK SKY: These images of the Amazon construction site in Johnston, following the sunset, were captured by drones piloted by Trevor Bryan, an FAA Licensed and insured drone pilot, the owner and operator of New England Aerial Services, on Sept. 21. The illuminated project has been taking shape on the Hartford Avenue hill overlooking Johnston. 
Will Johnston’s Amazon deliver?
While empty Amazon warehouses litter the nation, the online mega retailer insists their Johnston distribution center will open as planned. And the company plans to hire “more than 1,500” local job-seekers. more
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PREPPING THE HELP: Roy Evans prepares volunteers to help with the cleanup. (Photos by Steve Popiel)
Volunteers help revitalize garden at Senior Center
New hours at Knightsville Library to begin Monday, April 3
The Cranston Public Library’s Knightsville branch will begin new hours of service on Monday, April 3, 2023. The new hours will be Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM. … more
These bubbles don’t burst, unless you want them to
Creme Brulee, strawberry matcha, butterfly pea and hochija are just a few of the delicious flavors of bubble tea available at Boba Lova, Rhode Island’s first seller of hip new ‘mochi … more
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PJ’s - A WELCOME SIGN: PJ’s Pub looks forward to having a 14th anniversary celebration to thank its customers for their patronage (Photo by Ed Kdonian)
PJ’s Pub celebrates 14 years
PJ’’s Pub will hold its 14 year anniversary celebration with a DJ, ice cream bar, ice luge and more on April 1 from 7 p.m. till 1 a.m. Though it opened its doors in November and not … more
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OF INTEREST: Chet Browning, left, past president of the Rhode Island Philatelic Society, looks over a “cover” brought to the show by Bill Zech of East Greenwich. Zech is looking to sell the stamp collections that are part of his parents’ estate.
Celebrating cancel culture
A stamped envelope can tell a lot of stories. Chet Browning, photographer for former Gov. Bruce Sundlun, knows. He found the prize of his stamp collection on e-Bay. It’s an envelope that … more
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THE WAY TO THE POOL: (above) Mayor Ken Hopkins watches on as Director of Public Works Richard Bernardo explains what the first phase of the mayor’s plan to remodel the pool facilities will require.
Hopkins: Small pool big splash
With the third largest swimming pool in the country as a backdrop, Mayor Ken Hopkins disclosed Monday a plan to redesign Budlong Pool and his intention to put the $3.5 million necessary for phase one … more
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Cranston schools requiring all visitors to check in
To go along with new policies, the Cranston School Committee has approved the deployment of signs at all public school informing visitors that all must check in at the main entrance upon arrival … more
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TIME VILLAINS AUTHOR VISITS PARK VIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL
On March 20, Park View Middle School students in 7th grade and their team teachers were treated to a virtual visit with Victor Pineiro, author of Time Villains, a favorite book of many of the … more
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