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A BIGGER TERMINAL? Scott Tumolo of C&S reviews possible plans for the expansion of the Sundlun Terminal with Warwick City Council members Anthony Sinapi of Ward 8 and Jeremy Rix of Ward 2.
Planning for a busier airport, all within the current fence Planning for a busier airport, all within the current fence
Bigger planes, additions to the terminal, relocated and wider taxiways and another parking garage are all part of the plan for the future of Green Airport. But longer runways and the acquisition … more
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Coco
Adoptable Pet of the Week
Coco is in search of a loving, kind and patient home! She would also love to have a doggie friend to help build her confidence. She is shy when you first meet her, but she has so much love inside … more
He’s back by popular demand
It is often said that history repeats itself. I respectfully suggest that history has a little fun doing it sometimes. In June of 1772, when John Brown and Abraham Whipple and the boys met … more
Gallison pleads guilty to 9 felonies
Former state Rep. Ray Gallison pleaded guilty to nine felony charges Thursday, and now faces the prospect of several years in federal prison. Chief Judge William Smith accepted Mr. gallison's plea … more
Patrick McCarthy, representing a group of Bristolians on the waiting list for a public boat slip, said it’s unacceptable that the town is delaying plans for a public marina for at least a year.
Boaters: Marina delay wastes time, money
When voters approved a $17 million bond referendum last November, it included $2 million to build a new public marina to help curtail the long waiting list of boaters seeking a public place to tie up … more
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Sparky
Adoptable Pet of the Week
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 … more
THE FLOCK: Drake Patten shepherds a small flock of Leicester Longwool sheep. Her Johnston Historical Society talk will be called “Woolen-u-like to talk about it? The history and tradition of fiber farming on a small Rhode Island Farm.”
From every fiber of their beings
After morning chores at Hurricane Hill Farm, owner Drake Patten took a moment to appreciate her surroundings. “What draws the eye is the sheer beauty of the place — its woodlands and … more
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Scarlett
Adoptable Pet of the Week
This face, how can you not fall in love with those eyes and those velvety ears! Bloodhounds are such unique and beautiful dogs! Scarlett wants to grace you with her presence every day! She loves to … more
Bill Silas
Passion for comedy, helping others has raised $10M in 10 years
I’ve been funny my whole life,” said Warwick native Bill Silas. For Silas, who has been a comedian for 16 years, March 23 will be a “huge night:” a sold out celebration … more
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Santiago
Adoptable Pet of the Week
Have you been searching for some puppy love, well here you go! Meet Santiago, this little chunky boy is everything you could ever want. He's fun, playful, smart, currently in a foster home with … more
Bristol Police: Multiple warrant arrests in town
The Bristol Police Department made the following arrests last week:John Manuel Almeida, 42, of 2 Scott Lane, Bristol, was arrested on a Superior Court bench warrant Feb. for failure to appear in … more
FINAL CLASS: The Rockland “Class of 1916” class photo shows Helen O. Larson in the front row, third from right.
Memories bob to the surface
Helen O. Larson scrawled her first poem on the schoolhouse chalkboard as the building was dismantled. About a century ago, someone bought Rockland’s school for $12, Larson told her son. It … more
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Chipotle
Adoptable Pet of the Week
Chipotle has the biggest smile and it matches his big heart! Playful should be his middle name. This two year old mixed breed has a gorgeous black and white coat accented by his sparkling chocolate … more
Griffin
Adoptable Pet of the Week
Are you ready to get outside and enjoy exploring with a new puppy? Then meet Griffin, he can't wait to join your family! He is an adorable seven-month-old mixed breed puppy with a fun loving … more
Cici
Adoptable Pet of the Week
Cici is a beauty queen, all dressed in her pearls and ready to be part of your family! She was rescued with her eight puppies that were born under a porch. Luckily for Cici someone stepped up to … more
JUST THE FACTS: Led by Johnston native Christopher B. Frenier, Probation & Parole Supervisor for the Rhode Island Department of Corrections (DOC), the FACT (Fostering Alternative Choices and Thinking) program has been going strong for close to a decade. They spoke to Johnston eighth-graders two weeks ago, and Cranston West high schoolers last week.
Cold, hard facts
Alex Snow loomed large in the prison yard. On a recent Friday morning, he looked even bigger in the Johnston High School auditorium. In prison, Snow cultivated the friends he needed to watch his … more
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Mike Stanton
Why journalism is so vital to democracy
GWM: Mike, let’s start with today. You live in Rhode Island and are a journalism professor at the University of Connecticut.   Tell us about your responsibilities and the courses you … more
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Buddy
Adoptable Pet of the Week
Have you been searching for a little buddy...well my name is Buddy! This young pup is only nine months old and is ready to join your family! He loves life and everything about it! He is playful, … more
UPDATE: Some rain could lessen snowfall; major blizzard still expected
A winter storm warning and blizzard watch are in effect as a major winter storm moves into the area Tuesday morning. More than a foot of snow is likely to fall throughout the region when all is … more
Dragons & Mythical Creatures is an immersive experience featuring over 60 life-size animatronic wonders that will ignite your imagination.
Magnificent creatures in our magnificent zoo
I went for a walk in our magnificent Roger Williams Park Zoo. It was a bright sunny day and the marvelous elephants and monkeys were out, alongside magnificent dragons and mythical marvels from … more
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Jim Wilson’s Cole Street property sits on top on the Tanyard Brook, which runs under his yard and garage. Floods, like this one in 2005, were common in his yard until the town installed an anti-backflow valve on the sewer lines near his home. His yard and garage will be torn up to access the brook below.
Tanyard Brook project to resume in 2018
Town officials continue to negotiate with private property owners and plan to begin construction on the Tanyard Brook rehabilitation project in Spring 2018. Engineers have been working for years … more
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TEAM LEADERS: Gail Davis, Dona Damian and Vin Cullen at a recent lunch outing in East Providence.
Breaking the mold
The Community College of Rhode Island boasts some of the top women’s athletic programs in the country and offers sports in all three seasons each year. It is common practice for junior … more
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Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey Circus is at the AMP April 26 through April 28.
The circus is coming! The circus is coming!
The circus is coming! The circus is coming! I still remember when I was a young boy hounding my parents with those words every year when the circus came to town. I remember the circus train … more
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No state of emergency, but governor asks residents to 'stay home'
Gov. Gina Raimondo declined to declare a state of emergency or issue a travel ban, but urged Rhode Islanders to stay off the roads as a "major snow event" bears down on the state. "Stay home, stay … more
RESTOCKING THE LIBRARY: New books are added all the time, and the Ritz family is looking forward to seeing new visitors to their library on Laura Circle.
One for the books
Little Free Libraries are increasingly popping up all over the world, as the community-building spirit of “leave a book, take a book” gains momentum. Although the story behind the start of … more
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