Power Outages Close Several Warwick Schools Friday

Toll Gate High School, Winman Junior High School, and the Warwick Area Career and Technical Center are all closed Friday.

Police Look For Suspect Who Made False Threat At Warwick School

Police are looking to find who first spread the false threats.

Cranston Marks National Bullying Prevention Month

Learn more about National Bullying Prevention Month, which starts Monday.

Free School Supplies At Cranston YMCA

The event is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday Aug. 18

Cranston School Calendar 2018-19: First Day of School, Vacations

When's the first day of school in Cranston? Plus, other must-know dates for students, parents and teachers.

Rhode Island Breakfast Challenge Winners Announced

The Daniel D. Waterman School in Cranston won the "most improved" K-8 category.

Bay View Presents 'Manhattan At The Bay'

The fundraiser, in its 35th year, was sold out.

Teen in Cranston wins scholarship honoring Roger Williams

The Rhode Island Foundation selects Pichkatna “Hannah” Ung to receive a Carter Roger Williams Scholarship

School One Student Recognized For Civic Leadership

Daisy von Shrader received the award.

Cranston Students Make Honor Roll At Bay View

Students who earned all A's are given Highest Honors, and students who scored A's and B's are given Honors.

When This Rhodes School Student Talks, People Should Listen

A 10-year-old at Rhodes School has some tips for investors who care about the planet. She included them in an essay and won first prize.

Student Essay Contest Deadline Is May 4

Prizes are $1,000 and $250 scholastic awards, according to the RI Bar Association.

Cranston Republican Councilors To Tackle School Security Issues

The councilors are introducing a resolution to study five suggestions to keep the schools safe from gun violence.

Cranston Schools Will Relocate Edgewood Highland Children

Cranston East and Edgewood Highland Elementary will be closed again on Wednesday, due to water damage.

Two Cranston Schools To Resume Classes Thursday

It's back to school for Cranston High East and the Edgewood Highland Elementary School students, according to the district website.

School Closings For Jan 8

Here is the list per the Rhode Island Broadcasters' Association. Patch will continue following developments due to power outages Sunday.

Trinity Rep & School One To Offer Playwriting Class For Teens

The class is open to students in grades 9 through 12.

Cranston Libraries Closed For Christmas & Jan 1

The library is announcing the holiday schedule.

Cranston Schools Winter Schedule: So Many Days Off!

Good news for students, bad news for parents. See the vacation schedules over the next few months.

Sen. Reed To Host College Financial Workshop

The annual event helps families prepare for the cost of higher education and also identifies loan options and other resources.

School Open At Cranston East On Monday

Extensive tests today both by firefighters and a hygienist found no evidence of carbon monoxide. The building has been judged safe.

‘Bad Boy’ Makes Good

Ronald J. Bernier, author of The Class of 1969, will be at the Central Library Nov. 12

Calling Teen Authors: The Write Rhode Island Fiction Contest Is Back

Write Rhode Island will host free creative writing workshops at the Cranston Public Library on September 13, 20 and 27th.

Cranston Public Library Offers a Fresh Start to School-Aged Children Across the City

The program's meant to help children use the library and take advantage of services like help with homework.

Cranston School Calendar 2017-18: First Day Of School, Vacations, Conferences

When's the first day of school in Cranston? That, and other must-know dates for parents, students and teachers.

Training School Director Out: Kevin McKenna Has 'Stepped Down'

Former Training School Acting Superintendent Kevin Aucoin is taking over. A 60-day review is also underway.

Cranston West Grad Wins National Merit Scholarship

A Cranston West graduate and two Lincoln residents have won college-sponsored scholarships.

Two Cranston Students Win Scholarships Honoring Roger Williams

Taleen Donoyan and Diana Iglesias are among the first recipients of a new college scholarship through the Rhode Island Foundation.

State Announces Pre-K Lottery Opens May 1

Some 1,800 seats are available in 60 classrooms in 11 communities, including Cranston, East Providence, Johnston, Newport and Woonsocket.

Cranston School Budget Hearing Thursday Draws Crowd

The City Council's hearing on the public school budget drew so many people the meeting had to be moved to the Cranston East Auditorium.

Now Cranston Schools Will Not Comment on Reports High School Psychologist Has Been Placed on Leave

After being quoted by news outlets, Raymond Votto declined to speak about reports a Cranston West school psychologist was put on leave.

State Publishes High School Graduation Report Cards

RI has improved, and its high school graduation rate has now come up to U.S. average. How did your school do?

'Eight to 80' But Not Anyone Can Do it: Cranston Artist & Student Perform in 'A Story Showcase' on Feb. 22

The Working Stories Inter-generational Arts Program is part of the national Artful Aging movement

Cranston School Lunch Ladies Join Union

The Cranston school food service workers voted to join Unite Here Local 26, according to the union.

Mad about No Snow Day? Don't Post a Threat on Facebook

The police determined a Cranston East student's Facebook post was not a credible threat.

Deadline looms to apply for scholarships of up to $80,000 from Rhode Island Foundation

High school students have until Feb. 16 to come up with a letter of recommendation, a transcript, a personal statement and more.

Out with Recorders: In with Ukuleles: Ukuleles Are Part of Innovative Teaching in Cranston

Two Cranston teachers have received grants to pursue some innovative teaching strategies, the Rhode Island Foundation says.

Raimondo's Free College Plan? Mayor Fung Wants to See the Fine Print

Raimondo’s college tuition proposal might be too costly, Mayor Fung cautions, but he'd like to see students helped.

Governor Leads Free College Rally at Cranston East Wednesday Morning

Gov. Raimondo is following up on her State of the State address with a rally at Cranston High School East, her office said.

Going to Law School? State Bar Association Has Two Scholarships

The scholarships are for $20,000 each, and the application deadline is March 31. Here is the announcement.