Crime & Safety

5 Things, Feb. 15: Vandals Handled, St. Pat's, More Sun, Tennis, BBs

Beware the Ides of March — especially if you haven't read our 5 Things To Know Today.

Handled: The identities of two local men accused of vandalizing local sports fields was . Raymond Zinno and Costanzo Caparrelli, both 18, face misdemeanor charges of destruction of public property — and the consternation of Mayor Joseph Polisena and other local officials, who vowed to pursue full restitution from the two men.

St. Pat's: There's just one more day to vote in our Readers' Choice poll on the best place to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Click here for the article and poll.

Sun: Another foggy morning, giving way to party sunny skies and temps in the 50s, is on tap for today, according to the JohnstonPatch WeatherBug forecast. Chance of rain Friday morning.

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Tennis: The Johnston Parks and Recreation Department is hosting registrations for its spring tennis program today starting at 8 a.m. For ages 6 to 12; $40 per player.

BBs: On this date in 2011, we reported on a North Providence teen arraigned for allegedly shooting a BB pellet gun at walkers in Memorial Park.

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