80% Of Money For Court Relocation Already In Place, Says Mayor

About $200,000 of the expected $250,000 needed to move the town's municipal court to the former Mohr Library is already budgeted.

Sneak Peek: The New Marian J. Mohr Library (Day 3 of 4)

Here's another early view of the new library, due to open April 9.

Sneak Peek: The New Marian J. Mohr Library (Day 2 of 4)

Here's another early view of the new library, due to open April 9.

Mayor Took First Complaints About "Swinger" Party Site

The event hall and catering business had no license allowing adult entertainment, Town Clerk Vincent Baccari confirmed.

Sneak Peek: The New Marian J. Mohr Library (Day 1 of 4)

Here's an early view of the new library, due to open April 9.

5 Things To Know Today: April 5

Four days and counting until the new library opens; story time at East Smithfield Library; day trip for seniors; skating in Smithfield; and today in history: the flame is re-lit.

Town Gearing Up For Grand Opening Of New Mohr Library

The April 9 ceremony is scheduled to start at 1 p.m.

R.I. Senate Bill 2011-0764: Cell Phones In School

If approved by the General Assembly, this bill would prohibit student use of cell phones during school hours and set up penalties for multiple offenses.

Week In Review: Big Name Visitors, Salmonella Claims One Life, Library Closes Until April 9

A look at the top stories from JohnstonPatch for the week ending April 1.

This Week In The General Assembly

A weekly round-up of legislative action in the Rhode Island General Assembly.

RIDOT Lists Traffic, Construction Schedule

The state Department of Transportation posts its weekly list of projects and traffic pattern changes scheduled through Friday, April 8.

JohnstonPatch Meets... David DeCesare, Johnston Police Deputy Chief

DeCesare has been overseeing some administrative functions of the fire department while the town completed its search for a new fire chief.

New Library Gets New Traffic Pattern

The entrance at Memorial and Atwood Avenues will now be two-way to the parking lot of the new Mohr Library.

One To Three Inches Of Snow Expected

The National Weather Service forecasts a mix of precipitation into Friday morning.

Update: RIDOT Revises Schedule For Morgan Avenue Bridge Closure

The bridge is scheduled to be closed beginning April 6 for inspection.

Patch Picks: Libraries In The Area

This week, JohnstonPatch lists the libraries in neighboring towns where you can pick up or drop off your books, CDs, and DVDs.

RIRRC Sells Compost Made From Yard Debris

Now you know where all those grass clippings and old leaves went!

R.I. Secretary Of State Visits Johnston High School

Sec. of State Ralph Mollis and Mayor Joseph Polisena speak to Johnston High School juniors and seniors about the importance of voting.

Ethics Commission Ruling 2011-18 Re.: Doug Jeffrey

The Rhode Island Ethics Commission issues an advisory opinion that Johnston Chief of Staff Doug Jeffrey may still serve as Chairman of RIRRC.

Congressman Visits Local Jewelry Manufacturer

U.S. Rep. James Langevin discusses the challenges facing American businesses with Anthony and Matt Giarrusso of AG&G Manufacturing.

News Brief: Langevin Promises He'll "Fight To Protect" Senior Programs

The U.S. Congressman visits the Johnston Senior Center at lunchtime to talk with elder constituents.

News Brief: Langevin Brings Anti-Bullying Message To Ferri Students

The U.S. Congressman reminds students of the importance of safe Internet use.

This Week In The General Assembly

A weekly round-up of legislative action in the Rhode Island General Assembly.

RIDOT Lists Traffic, Construction Schedule

The state Department of Transportation posts its weekly list of projects and traffic pattern changes scheduled through Friday, April 1.

Week In Review: School Budget Approved, False Report Of Robbery, Sump Pump Causes Library Closure

A look at the top stories from JohnstonPatch for the week ending March 25.

Update: Overheated Sump Pump Caused March 24 Closure of Library

Library staffers were sent home for the day on March 24 after seeing smoke in the basement. No injuries were reported.

Funaro v. Town of Johnston, R.I. Third District Court Case #05-2470

This is the civil rights case brought against the town by Gina and John Funaro in 2005. It was released by Mayor Joseph M. Polisena on March 23, 2011.

Town Gets $4.35 Million Damage Award Wiped Out

Solicitor William Conley succeeds in getting Providence Superior Court to reverse a decision imposed against the town stemming from bullying incidents that happened during the tenure of late former Mayor William Macera.

5 Things To Know Today: March 23

Big announcement from Johnston Town Hall; story hour at Mohr; blood drive in North Providence; public hockey in Cranston; and today in history: Hello? Mr. President?

News Brief: School Committee OKs $433,050 Budget Hike

The spending plan now goes to the mayor and town council for approval.

Lombardo Proposes Bill To Accept Out-Of-State Recycling at Landfill

The Dist. 25 senator says the prohibition on dumping out-of-state trash will remain in effect.

School Board Meets Tonight For Third Budget Review; Vote Expected

The Johnston School Committee has already held two budget workshops on the $49 million spending plan for fiscal 2012.

Revised Johnston School Budget Proposal For 2011-12

This version of the school department's spending plan for fiscal 2012 was released on March 16, 2011.

Week In Review: After-School Accident, New Fire Chief, Cuts To School Budget Plan, JNP's Title Run

A look at the top stories from JohnstonPatch for the week ending March 19.

RIDOT Lists Traffic, Construction Schedule

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

This Week In The General Assembly

A weekly round-up of legislative action in the Rhode Island General Assembly.

Video: Johnston School Board Discusses Budget Plan

Members of the school board held a second budget workshop on March 16.

Viewfinder: March 17

Here are our photos and videos from the past week — add yours!

Out-Of-District Tuition Among Top Increases In School Budget Plan

Members of the Johnston School Committee scoured the budget plan for fiscal 2012 at a workshop on March 16.

News Brief: School Board Trims 2011-12 Spending Proposal

After accounting for reductions and additions, the proposed school budget for fiscal 2012 is about $469,000 higher than the current spending plan.