Posts Tagged ‘Cranston Mayor Ken Hopkins’
Save Newport Creamery & Spirit of Cranston’s Garden City. Petitions, Actions Show Strong Support
The AWFUL AWFUL kerfuffle (def. a commotion or fuss) has only gotten louder since it came out that WS Development will not be renewing the lease of Newport Creamery, which has stood at its present location, scooping ice cream and gathering neighbors and newcomers alike, for 63 years. Petitions are circulating – people are…
Read MoreGuardian Helmet Covers to Increase Safety for Cranston East and West Football Players
Legislative grant will fund soft shell helmet covers for football players at Cranston high schools House Education Committee Chairman Joseph M. McNamara (D-Dist. 19, Warwick, Cranston) joined other members of the General Assembly’s Cranston delegation to present a legislative grant, which will provide funding for football helmet covers at Cranston’s high schools. The $6,000 grant…
Read MoreCranston Mayor Hopkins budget address. A thriving, fiscally strong city, investing in children.
MAYOR’S BUDGET ADDRESS TO THE CITY COUNCIL, APRIL 1, 2025 This evening, I am, once again, very proud to report that the City of Cranston is thriving and is fiscally strong. That is so because, for the past four years, I am making sure that, with support of the city council, Cranston is a safe city for our residents and businesses. Our economic…
Read MoreHomeless in RI: Cranston issues EO to clear encampments, as Ord. Comm. fails to act. VIDEO
Cranston Homeless Encampment near Stone Hill Elementary School As school is set to begin, a notification from the school was sent out to parents warning them about a homeless encampment behind the school. When the Mayor found out he immediately toured the area, noting the open gated area. They could not immediately locate the encampment…
Read MorePhase 2 of Cranston’s Knightsville revitalization to begin
The renovation of the gazebo area in Knightsville was completed in a bipartisan way when Itri Park was launched 2 summers ago. At that time it was noted that this was but Phase 1 of revitalization planned for the area. On Monday, March 25th, Phase 2 will begin with a press conference at noon in…
Read MoreCranston begins its own inspection of 7 bridges and 7 culverts
cranston to conduct bridge inspections of its own
Read MoreAfter community delays, meetings, Cranston’s new Budlong Pool plans 2025 opening. Summer plans.
Mayor Kenneth J. Hopkins has announced an update on the Budlong Pool modernization as the city moves toward the receipt of formal bids to complete the planned upgrade and new pool experience for the community. Hopkins stated in the past week a pre-bid conference was held – at the site – with interested pool installers,…
Read MoreCranston Police Chief refutes Brown report on firing range noise, working with Mayor on changes
Cranston Police Academy shooting range causing noise problems for neighbors.
Read More“Topgolf Providence” changes name to “Topgolf Rhode Island” when Cranstonians call foul
“Say my name, say my name…” After several years of dialogue about bringing Topgolf to Cranston, Rhode Island, construction is nearing completion, heralded by the bright red blinking lights seen in the neighborhoods and prominently from Route 37. At the groundbreaking one year ago while signage said “Topgolf Cranston – Rhode Island”, the speeches from…
Read MoreA jewel for Cranston’s Knightsville – ahead of schedule (updated)
In the planning since pre-pandemic times, the Knightsville Park is about to be debuted – in all its glory. “Knightsville is an amazing, historic neighborhood that holds a special place in all of our hearts. The new park will serve our community as a gathering place to have arts festivals, farmers markets, concerts, meaningful community…
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