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Johnston hires new superintendent of schools

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Johnston hires new superintendent of schools

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JOHNSTON, R.I. (WPRI) — The chief of staff for Providence Public Schools is taking his talents to another district. Johnston Mayor Joseph Polisena Jr. told 12 News on Monday that Scott Sutherland has been selected to lead the town's schools. Prior to being named chief of staff in 2022, Sutherland served as the principal of several Providence schools, including Hope, Mount Pleasant and Central high schools and Gilbert Stuart Middle School. He suc…Read Article

Police: Vehicle hits a utility pole in Johnston

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Police: Vehicle hits a utility pole in Johnston

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JOHNSTON, R.I. (WPRI) -- Johnston police are investigating after a vehicle hit a utility pole Sunday afternoon. Police Chief Mark Vieira said the crash happened in the area of Hartford Avenue near I-295 around 4:30 p.m. The vehicle was driving westbound when it veered off the road and struck the pole, according to Vieira. The driver, a 21-year-old man, was extricated from the vehicle by first responders. The driver was taken to Rhode Island Hosp…Read Article

Stone Enders - streetsofsalem

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Stone Enders - streetsofsalem

I met several work deadlines last week so now it’s officially summer road trip season: about time! So yesterday I drove south to Rhode Island to see a very distinct form of its early architecture: stone enders. This is a very descriptive term: stone enders are late 17th century houses which feature one exterior and interior wall consisting entirely of an expansive side chimney. They are rare because they are so old, but also because in several d…Read Article

RI leaders mark opening of 'PVD2' Amazon facility in Johnston

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JOHNSTON, R.I. (WPRI) — A formal ribbon-cutting was held Tuesday to mark the grand opening of a new Amazon fulfillment center in Johnston. While the facility has been fully operational since November, local and state leaders gathered to celebrate the completion of a project that was in the works for years. "Rhode Island is a great state to do business. It offers a strategic location, a dedicated and talented workforce, an unparalleled quality of…Amazon · Johnston Read Article

Johnston police cruiser hits pole while pursuing stolen car

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JOHNSTON, R.I. (WPRI) — A Johnston police cruiser crashed while in pursuit of a stolen vehicle early Thursday morning. Police Chief Mark Vieira said the suspect was stopped just before 2 a.m. by an officer in a 7-Eleven parking lot on Plainfield Street in Cranston. The vehicle, according to Vieira, was reported stolen out of Warwick and had a stolen dealer's registration plate on the back. After being asked to get out of the vehicle, the driver …Johnston, Rhode Island · Johnston Read Article

Police Search for Missing 75-Year-Old Johnston Man

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SHS Class of 1990 will host reunion June 28

SMITHFIELD – The Smithfield High School Class of 1990 will host its 35-year reunion on Saturday, June 28, at 6 p.m., at Bar 101, 1478 Atwood Ave., in Johnston.Johnston, Rhode Island · Johnston Read Article

Bryant graduate killed in Johnston motorcycle crash

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JOHNSTON, R.I. (WPRI) — A 22-year-old man has died after a motorcycle crash in Johnston last week. Police say the crash occurred early Friday morning in the area of Route 6 to I-295. The motorcyclist, identified as Hunter Sande, just graduated from Bryant University this year with a degree in finance and a minor in economics. "Along with his family and friends, we mourn the loss of a promising young life gone far too soon," Bryant University Pre…Johnston, Rhode Island · Johnston Read Article

Johnston mayor: School district given one-time bailout

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JOHNSTON, R.I. (WPRI) — Johnston Public Schools is getting a one-time bailout from the town to fix its finances, according to Mayor Joseph Polisena Jr. Polisena Jr. said this move is due to a $5.4 million shortfall the district is facing for Fiscal Year 2026. The bailout, which comes from the town's rainy day fund, is equal to 8% of the district's budget. "I am enraged on behalf of the taxpayers of the town of Johnston," Polisena Jr. told 12 New…Johnston, Rhode Island · Johnston Read Article

State police temporarily close Johnston on-ramp overnight

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JOHNSTON, R.I. (WPRI) — Rhode Island State Police temporarily shut down an on-ramp in Johnston overnight. The ramp was blocked off in the area of Route 6 to I-295. A 12 News photojournalist at the scene saw a motorcycle on the ground in the area. This is a developing story. Check back for updates. Download the WPRI 12 and Pinpoint Weather 12 apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch 12 News Now on WPRI.com or with the new 12+ smart TV …Johnston, Rhode Island · Johnston Read Article

Middle School Outdoor Track: Broad Rock girls win state title

Broad Rock Middle School won the girls track & field state championship on Sunday, beating out a competitive field at Johnston High School’s venue. The Coyotes scored 67 points, 15 points ahead of second-place Barrington MS.Johnston, Rhode Island · Johnston Read Article