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Our programs assist, inform, entertain, and enrich the lives of i ndividuals 55 years and older.
Night Bingo Returns
Tuesdays Beginning March 26 th – 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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3/20/24
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The Nelson-Mack-Narragansett Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 4651, one of three VFW posts in Cranston, was on the verge of closing until Garry Crum became the commander.
Crum, a 45-year-old …
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By RAYMOND BACCARI
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3/20/24
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Rhode Islanders can expect some financial relief this summer, as electricity bills are expected to go down starting next month.
Rhode Island Energy (RIE) is proposing lowering the default rates …
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By ROB SMITH / ecoRI News staff
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3/20/24
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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 …
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By RORY SCHULER
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3/14/24
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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 …
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By RORY SCHULER
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3/14/24
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Add the spark back into your life! Meet Sparky from Go Fetch Rescue. This young, handsome boy has all of the qualities that you look for in a pup! He's smart, friendly, adventurous, lovable, likes …
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3/13/24
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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 …
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3/13/24
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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 …
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3/13/24
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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 …
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By WILL STEINFELD
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3/13/24
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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 …
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By PAM SCHIFF
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3/13/24
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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.
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By PAM SCHIFF
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3/13/24
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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 …
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Staff Reports
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3/13/24
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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.
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By ADAM ZANGARI
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3/13/24
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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. …
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By JOHN HOWELL
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3/13/24
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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 …
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By ADAM ZANGARI
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3/13/24
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Hundreds came together to support Boy Scout Troops 6 and 66 Garden City this past weekend as they prepare for a week long trip to Washington D.C. this spring. MC’d by City Councilman Chris …
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3/13/24
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The walls of the community room at the Central Library are flush with color this month with pieces from every school in the district. The Cranston Public Schools Art Fest 2024 kicked off last weekend …
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3/13/24
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On March 6, Representative Seth Magaziner announced the House passage of $12,353,131 in federal funding requested by Rep. Magaziner for 14 community projects in Rhode Island’s 2nd …
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3/13/24
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Advocates, farmers, conservationists, land trusts, and environmental groups made their case to lawmakers Wednesday night for increasing the amount of open space and land preservation funding for this …
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By Rob Smith / ecoRI News staff
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3/13/24
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COVID and FLU Vaccine Clinic
Tuesday, March 19th – 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Provided by: The Wellness Company
Don’t Take the Risk! Get your FREE Covid and/or Flu …
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3/13/24
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