SIMPLE ASSAULT At 5:28 a.m., July 16, Cranston Police Officers arrested Mykal Reyes, 20 of 575 Dyer Ave., Cranston, for simple assault and disorderly conduct. At the same time, Cranston Police also arrested Corday Darnley, 18, of 83 Victoria Ave., Cranston, for the same charges — simple assault and disorderly conduct. The arrests were the … Read more
July 18, Free Summer Concert Series with Kelly and the Poor Boys is being co-sponsored by the Cranston Parks and Recreation and Cranston Public Library on Thurs., July 18, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at the William Hall Library, 1825 Broad St., Cranston. Blankets and chairs are welcome. For more details or in case of … Read more
By RYAN DOHERTY Special to the Herald The historic Park Theater will be reopening its doors this October. The theater — which temporarily closed last year — is set to host multiple shows this fall, with more to be announced, the venue’s owners promised on Tuesday. The upcoming shows include Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert … Read more
The surprise announcement in February that the South Providence school would close roiled the community, as students and teachers said they weren’t given any opportunity for input before the decision was made. Students walked out of class to protest the closure, and the Providence City Council and Providence School Board both passed resolutions opposing it. … Read more
Aetna Bridge Co. has officially been given the green light to proceed with the demolition of the condemned Washington Bridge. The Warwick-based company was tentatively selected for the project by the McKee Administration last month over a bid from rival Manafort Brothers. The contract is valued at $45,777,000.00 According to their bid, Aetna estimates completing … Read more
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — The kitten that caused a brief traffic jam on I-195 East in Providence last week was rescued by a woman who spotted it while driving by, body-worn camera footage reveals. R.I. State Police troopers were seen on a Rhode Island Department of Transportation camera Thursday evening trying to catch the wayward … Read more
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Three suspects were arrested Tuesday morning after police received reports of gunfire during a robbery in East Providence. Shots were fired at the victim around 9 a.m. in the area of James Street, according to the East Providence Police Department (EPPD). The victim reportedly approached an officer after the incident … Read more
At a press conference held earlier today, Park Theatre staff and local officials announced the re-opening of the historic Cranston venue. Officials also announced the first round of concerts that includes five events scheduled for the fall, with more to be added soon. Media and members of the community welcomed Brandon Caron, Chief Operating Officer … Read more
This is a file photo of a sign at the East Providence Police Department. (WLNE) EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Three people were arrested on Tuesday morning after they allegedly tried to rob an individual at gunpoint. It happened at 9 a.m. when the victim approached an officer working a traffic detail in the vicinity … Read more
This is a file image of an East Providence police cruiser. (WLNE) EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Three people were arrested on Tuesday morning after they allegedly robbed an individual at gunpoint. It happened at 9 a.m. when the victim approached an officer working a traffic detail in the vicinity of James Street and gave … Read more