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Greetings Cranston! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Cranston's crisis teams turn 911 calls into help, not handcuffs
  • Which Cranston homes just sold, and for how much?
  • What to expect when Andy Grammer hits Cranston this November.

Also on today's calendar: The Rhode Island Small Business Coalition Fall Job Fair and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do an island and the letter "t" have in common? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Cloudy with afternoon rain, with a high of 65 and low of 57 degrees.
  • Monday: Mainly cloudy, temps: high: 66, low: 50.
  • Tuesday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 61 and low of 50 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Why some of Cranston's toughest 911 calls end without an arrest (southcoasttoday.com) — Cranston's police crisis intervention teams are reshaping how officers handle mental health 911 calls, often resolving situations without arrests and with on-scene clinicians. The nationally recognized program, run with Gateway Healthcare and local partners, has expanded training for Cranston officers and now operates at a top certification level, aiming to secure more grant funding and reduce strain on patrols and hospitals.
   

• What's the most expensive property sold in RI? Sep. 19 real estate transactions (providencejournal.com) — Cranston homeowners and buyers can see dozens of local properties that just changed hands, including single-family homes, condos, and investment properties with exact sale prices and closing dates through early September. From Wellington Avenue to Mountain Laurel Drive and beyond, this roundup shows how active the market is and what your neighborhood homes are actually selling for.
   

• Andy Grammer Releases 'Love Showed Up' From Album BIG STUPID HEART (broadwayworld.com) — Cranston music fans will get a close-up look at Andy Grammer when his one-man "Greater Than Pt. II" tour stops at the Park Theatre and Event Center on Friday, November 6. The show supports his new album Big Stupid Heart, built around themes of loss, resilience, and staying open-hearted, and promises a mix of hits, storytelling, and audience interaction.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Found this little kitty at the end of Friendly Road near Doric Ave in Cranston.
    Seems to be calling her mommy. Very timid but does not appear to be hurt. Anyone know who he/she belongs to? (Nextdoor Auburn)
  • So this morning, I found some awesome FREE events happening Sunday down in Narragansett, hosted by Narragansett Parks & Recreation, the Historical Society, and the land trust.
    Lots of options, something for everyone, and absolutely nothing coming out of your wallet. My favorite kind of plans: free, fun, and requiring only… (Nextdoor Scituate Ave)
  • Burlington Stores posted a job opening for Customer Service Lead - Part-Time in Cranston. Apply here.
  • Babki posted a job opening for Part-Time Game Tester in Cranston. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Cranston here.

🗞 Nearby News

Johnston

  • Algae advisories lifted at Lake Tiogue, Oak Swamp Reservoir (turnto10.com)
  • The strangest places to find historic cemeteries in Rhode Island (providencejournal.com)

Providence

  • Here are the 10 most-booked restaurants in Providence, OpenTable says (providencejournal.com)
  • Drake Maye and Ann Michael give $15K to Providence school for classroom supplies (patsfans.com)
  • Providence's first frost could be closer than you think (providencejournal.com)

Pawtucket

  • 2 Charged In Connection With Pawtucket Drive-By Shooting: Cops (patch.com)

Ok Cranston! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They are both in the middle of water. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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