VOLUNTEERS: An crew met at 9 a.m. last Saturday to help beautify Ward 5, led by Ward 5 City Councilman Chris Paplauskas. In under two hours, five locations were greatly improved with weeding and flowers planted as well as mulching. On an early June 16 morning, volunteers showed up and were ready to work under the guidance of Chris Paplauskas, Councilman Ward 5 to clean up and beautify five different locations throughout the area. “I wanted to start a tradition for our neighbo

Mayor Allan Fung welcomed Bagel Express Deli & Café in the Village, located at 2190 Broad St., on June 19. They offer a variety of bagels and baked goods, deli sandwiches and beverages. Posing with the mayor during the ribbon cutting are (l-r) co-owner Ray Verrochio, Mikaela DiIorio and co-owner Anthony Lizotte. (Herald photo by Steve Popiel)

The Cranston Republican City Committee has announced the endorsement of a number of candidates for Cranston City Council for the November election. “We are proud to announce our endorsement of these fine people for the office of City Council. We fielded a diverse, dedicated and talented team focused on Cranston’s well-being, financial health, and business growth. These candidates are committed to combating the leftist, radical, progressive agenda that has taken the City’s Dem

CRANSTON, RI – The Cranston Republican City Committee is proud to announce that they have unanimously endorsed the following slate of candidates for the November election. Council President Michael J. Farina – City Wide Councilman Kenneth J. Hopkins – City Wide Amy L. Ricci – City Wide Christopher Sparks – Ward 1 Derik Tutt – Ward 3 Councilman Edward J. Brady – Ward 4 Councilman Christopher G. Paplauskas – Ward 5 Council Vice President Michael W. Favicchio – Ward 6 City Commi