Obituary: Lucy (Stravato) Findlay, 88
Lucy (Stravato) Findlay, 88, of Cranston, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2013 at West View Nursing Home in West Warwick. She was born in Cranston, a daughter of the late Joseph Stravato and Laura...
View ArticleObituary: Joseph J. Olivo, 93
Joseph J. Olivo, 93, of Cranston, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2013 at Kent Hospital in Warwick. He was the beloved husband of Eleanor (DeFusco) Olivo. Joseph was born in Providence, a son of...
View ArticleObituary: Thomas Bartolomeo Sr., 83
Thomas Bartolomeo Sr., 83, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2013 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Jeanne (Kelly) Bartolomeo and the late Claire (Gorgone)...
View ArticleDo You Want Al Jazeera America on Your Cable Provider?
A demystification of Al Jazeera America after the news network’s launch into U.S. homes.
View ArticleMap: Areas With Poverty & People Paying ‘Too Much’ for Rent
The map below shows a snapshot across town of the percentage of people living in poverty and the percentage of people who spent 35 percent or more of their income on rent.
View Article‘The Knockout Game': Real Threat or Viral Legend?
Facebook feeds and cable networks are full of coverage of innocent people being sucker punched. But there’s not much evidence of this “game” sweeping the nation.
View ArticleHoliday TV Guide: Find Out When Your Seasonal Favorites Air
Frosty, Rudolph and Charlie Brown are coming to town.
View ArticlePolice Beat: Officer Nearly Hit by Drunk Driver
A roundup of recent police action in Cranston.
View ArticleNew Police Contract in Limbo after Surprise Rejection by Finance Committee
But the full City Council might get to vote on it after all.
View ArticleMuch Warmer Today as Thanksgiving Washout Begins
Wet weather: It's going to be damp one. Showers will likely begin today, mainly after 5 p.m.,
View ArticleNow Hiring: Cranston Job Postings
Know of an opening that isn't listed here? Share the details in the comments section. You can also upload your own job postings to the announcement section here
View ArticleLast Week in Shoplifting: Sketchers, Pajamas, Tights and Knee Highs
Police charged Ginesi Australia Garcia, 38, of 221 Farmington Ave., Cranston, with shoplifting and habitual shoplifting Nov. 8 after she allegedly walked out of the Plainfield Pike Walmart with $378...
View ArticleBlack Friday Madness: There's an App for That
Get out your smart phone and start shopping.
View ArticleWhy December Is Prime Time For Your Job Search
Companies often 'find' money they must spend by year's end.
View ArticleAre You in A Floodplain? Find Out Here
The Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency offers a floodplain mapping tool to zero in on your neighborhood.
View Article5 Great Recipe Ideas for Holiday Leftovers [SPONSORED]
This year, skip the sandwiches and try these leftover transformations. Sponsored by Sony.
View ArticleHeavy Rain, Winds Expected Tuesday Into Wednesday
A strong system will bring rain and heavy winds to the area, starting Tuesday night.
View ArticleFirefighters Battle Riverbend Apartment Blaze
Update: Two Hospitalized after Riverbend Apartment Fire Members of the Cranston Fire Department responded to a fire in building
View ArticleTwo Hospitalized after Riverbend Apartment Fire
A fire that broke out in a second-floor apartment in building "J" at Riverbend Apartments this morning sent two people to the hospital for sm
View ArticleHow to Make Thanksgiving Fun for Kids
Tips on keeping kids content while you roast and relax on Thanksgiving.
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