Candidates out in Force; Voter Turnout Low in Morning Voting

Polling places in Johnston reported light traffic this morning, with higher numbers expected later today.

What Do I Need to Know About the Primary?

From poll times to who's running, we've got your guide to the primary in Johnston today.

5 Things: 9-11 Anniversary

Two races will be decided by today's primary vote, which makes our 5 Things to Know for Sept. 11, 2012.

What Could Johnston Do With Landfill Money?

The town received about $43,000 in revenue from Rhode Island Resource Recovery last week — what do you think could be done with the money?

Sen. Frank Lombardo III

Lombardo is seeking his second term in Rhode Island Senate Dist. 25.

Hazardous Weather Warning Issued For Johnston

National Weather Service warns of heavy rain, thunderstorms this afternoon and tonight.

'Tri-mary' for Council Ward 1 Among Races on Tuesday's Ballot

A town council seat will be decided in tomorrow's primary vote, as will the state Senate seat in Dist. 25.

Johnston Planning Board Meeting Cancelled

Johnston Municipal Land Trust

RI Resource Recovery Corporation Business Meeting

Johnston Board of Assessment Review

Marian J. Mohr Library Board Meeting

Johnston Zoning Board Meeting

Johnston Waste Water Management Board

Johnston Town Council/Special Meeting

Johnston Municipal Land Trust Meeting

Tri-Town Community Action Agency

Johnston Town Council

Johnston Planning Board Meeting Cancelled

Johnston Memorial Park Memorial Weekend Service 2012

Johnston Zoning Board Meeting

Johnston Retirement Board Meeting

Johnston Municipal Land Trust Meeting

Marian J. Mohr Library Board Meeting

Johnston School Committee Meeting

Tri-Town Community Action Agency

Johnston Planning Board: May Meeting Cancelled

Johnston Zoning Board Meeting

RI Resource Recovery Coporation Business Meeting

Johnston Board of Assessment Review

Johnston School Committee Meeting

Johnston Town Council Meeting

Video: Education Commissioner Deborah Gist's Visit To Barnes Elementary School

The state commissioner of education stopped in at Debra Sgambato's third-grade classroom as part of her "listening and learning" tour.

Community Forum With Education Commissioner Gist Set For 5:30 p.m.

The state's commissioner of education, Deborah Gist, hosts a community forum as part of her "listening and learning" tour.

RIDOT Lists Traffic, Construction Schedule

The state Department of Transportation posts its weekly list of projects and traffic pattern changes scheduled through Friday, February 18.

Update: Maselli Sentenced To 27 Months For Bank Fraud

Former state Sen. Christopher Maselli faced up to 240 years in prison.

NECAP Scores Improve, But 'Not All Good News'

A majority of Johnston students scored at the "proficient" level in reading, while math scores were roughly split between the top two and bottom two categories.

Polisena Weighs In On Compassion Centers

Mayor Joseph M. Polisena says he agrees with the concept, but doesn't want to see a center in Johnston.

Johnston "Didn't Really Have An Issue," Says DPW Director

Advanced planning and fortunate timing allows the town to maintain passable roads through the 15- to 16-inch snowfall.

Town, School Holiday Closure Schedule

Johnston Town Hall will be closed on the Mondays after Christmas and New Year's Day.