Posts Tagged ‘johnston war memorial park’
To Do in RI: Inclusive playground to open at Johnston Memorial Park
The Town of Johnston will hold a Grand Opening of their new inclusive playground this Wednesday, August 7th at noon at Johnston Memorial Park, 1583 Hartford Ave, in Johnston. Designed to provide an inclusive play environment for children of all abilities, the playground is being described as “a milestone event for the town, underscoring a…
Read MoreBringing Columbus home, in Johnston – John Cianci
Approximately 200 to 300 people filled the iconic island at the Johnston War Memorial Park for the unveiling of the Columbus Day statue. Open ceremonies started with Mayor Joseph Polisena Jr. who spoke to the crowd, saying the monument was a symbol of all Italians who died in wars, built cities and skyscrapers, as well…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Do you know? 05.10.23 (Community Care, Columbus statue, events…) – John A. Cianci
by John A. Cianci, veterans writer Editor’s Note: A packed article from writer Cianci this week – take some time to read all the information he has put together for you! Update: Military Police Event held September 29, 2023 – 20thanniversary of the death of 3 Rhode Island National Guard killed in action Almost 200…
Read MoreJohnston’s War Memorial Park opens its arms to an exiled Columbus
Yesterday, the controversial statue of Christopher Columbus found its final resting spot at the Johnston War Memorial Park, a park that has more war memorials than any other park in the state. It was moved into position in the early morning, from a storage facility at Johnston DPW. There ends the journey for Columbus, who…
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