RIDOT: Traffic And Construction Updates

Find out about scheduled construction and road closures this week on the RI Department of Transportation's web site.

Boiler Contract Up For Approval

The school committee and town council are scheduled to meet in a joint session this afternoon at 5:30 p.m.

5 Things To Know Today: Oct. 20

3-D art at Mohr; girls' soccer on the road; JHS hosts redistricting committee; last few days for Jack-O-Lanterns at Roger Williams Park; and today in history:

School Board Approves Trips For Band, 8th Graders

The Johnston School Committee on Oct. 19 voted in favor of the JHS band trip to Hershey, PA, and the Ferri Middle School eighth-grade field trip to Washington, D.C.

Redistricting Commission To Meet At JHS [Poll]

Local Rep. Stephen R. Ucci is a co-chairman of the legislative panel.

Mazzulla Returning As Girls B-Ball Coach?

The school committee reappointed the parks and recreation director to the girls' varsity basketball post from which he announced his retirement in February.

5 Things To Know Today: Oct. 18

Medicare open enrollment; inspiring talk; land trust meeting; bugs and boxes at PCM; and today in history: Bare necessities.

Briarcliffe Gets Council Approval On Lot Size Waiver

The town planning board had previously approved the waiver to allow Briarcliffe to build on 16 acres of land, instead of the 20 mandated by town rules.

New Fire, Police Hiring Policies OKd

The town council on Oct. 11 approved several changes to how the police and fire departments consider and hire new applicants.

News Brief: Shutoff Threat Nets $139,000, Mayor Says [Poll]

Mayor Joseph Polisena told the town council on Oct. 11 that more than half of overdue water payments had been received as of Oct 7.

Housing Authority Gets New Commissioner

Martha Church was appointed to the local board on Oct. 11 at town hall.

Town Council Meeting — Oct. 11

Proposed ordinances that set guidelines for the police and fire departments are among tonight's scheduled agenda items.

5 Things To Know Today: Oct. 11

Full schedule at Mohr Library; Halloween fun at RW Zoo; volleyball match; town council meeting; and today in history: Artist formerly known as... unknown.

Traffic Forecast: Oct. 10 through 14

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation issues its weekly list of construction projects and road closures.

5 Things To Know Today: Oct. 10 (Columbus Day)

What is Columbus Day; where to find more info; closures; Scituate Art Festival continues; and today in history: a new face in coinage.

Still Time To Find Locally Grown Produce

Farmer's markets are winding down for the season, but there are still opportunities to find local fruits and vegetables.

Senior Center Hosts Medicare Open Enrollment

The Rhode Island Department of Human Services is sponsoring about 30 events across the state.

5 Things To Know Today: Oct. 4

Packed day at Mohr; girls' soccer; Manton seniors meet; planning board session; and today in history: Sharks get tanked.

Traffic Forecast: Oct. 2 To 7

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation issues its weekly list of construction projects and road closures.

Science Scores Up, DiLullo Announces

Johnston Supt. Dr. Bernard DiLullo told the school committee on Sept. 28 that local students' science scores have improved "across the board."

5 Things To Know Today: Sept. 29

Flu clinic at St. Rocco School; story time at the library; harmonica band; zoning board meets; and today in history: So THAT's what duct tape is for!

News Brief: Recycling Company To Move To Johnston, Mayor Says

Sims Recycling Solutions is expected to invest up to $50 million in two collection facilities near the Central Landfill.

Water Bill Deadbeats, Beware

Mayor Joseph Polisena announces that the town plans to shut off water service to people who owe back payments to the town's water department.

News Brief: Mayor Announces Start Of Tax Amnesty Program

Residents who owe back taxes from 1990 to 2009 can pay what they owe, without penalty, beginning Oct. 3.

Traffic Forecast: Sept. 25 to 30

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation issues its weekly list of construction projects and road closures.

RIDOT Issues New Bike Path Map

The state department of transportation releases its 2011 guide to where to ride.

5 Things To Know Today: Sept. 20

Storytime for little ones; soccer match on the road; land trust meeting; blood pressure checks; and today in history: a sweet #1 hit.

Traffic Forecast: Sept. 18 to 23

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation issues its weekly list of construction projects and road closures.

Storm Debris Deadline Set For 9/30

The town's Department of Public Works will pick up any remaining debris from Tropical Storm Irene through the end of the month.

Planned Funeral Home Can Proceed

The Rhode Island Supreme Court issued an order on Sept. 8 that upholds an earlier Superior Court ruling.

Video: Zone Change Hearing For Briarcliffe

The Johnston Town Council voted 4-0 on Sept. 12 to allow a zoning change which would allow Briarcliffe Manor to expand.

News Brief: Council OKs Briarcliffe Zone Change

The change clears one hurdle on the way toward an assisted living facility on Old Pocasset Road.

Town Council Meeting — Sept. 12

A zone change request for a proposed assisted living facility is among the items on tonight's agenda.

5 Things To Know Today: Sept. 12

NPO networking; farmer's market; car show; council meeting; and today in history: First ride for Taxi.

Where Were You On Sept. 11, 2001?

Do you remember the exact place you were on the morning of 9/11?

Traffic Forecast: Sept. 5 To 9

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation issues its weekly list of construction projects and road closures.

Senior Center To Hold Weekend Hours

The center will be open through Sept 5 to provide water and ice, and to allow residents without electricity to recharge their electronic devices.

5 Things To Know Today: Sept. 2

Three days, three cancellations; senior center open this weekend; help with e-devices; blood drive; and today in history: Cleveland rocks — officially.

5 Things To Know Today: Sept. 1

No school — again — in Johnston; trash pick-up reminder; blood drive; senior center board meeting; and today in history: the Trash-80 hits the market.

5 Things To Know Today: Aug. 30

One day until school starts; mayor's barbecue; concert at the Bridge; North Providence Rotary meets; and today in history: Marshall confirmed.