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Coming up on the Jamestown Patch calendar: OktoberVets 5K and German Festival

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Good morning to you Jamestown! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How today's bridge restrictions could disrupt Jamestown drivers' plans

Also on today's calendar: OktoberVets 5K and German Festival and 1 more event.

Today's riddle: What are the two favorite words for a shark to hear? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Periods of rain, some heavy, with a high of 69 and low of 61 degrees.
  • Monday: Periods of rain, temps: high: 65, low: 56.
  • Tuesday: A morning shower; cloudy, with a high of 65 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• RITPA issues travel restrictions on bridges (wpri.com) — Travel across the Jamestown Verrazzano, Newport Pell, and Mt. Hope bridges is restricted for high-profile vehicles due to stormy conditions, which could significantly affect Jamestown residents' plans. Box trucks, trailers, and RVs are currently prohibited, and motorists turned away will be helped to safely turn around. Residents should plan alternate routes and stay alert for updates.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • With strong winds and heavy rain expected from the approaching nor'easter, power outages are possible across Rhode Island.
    If you use a generator, always operate it outdoors and at least 20 feet away from your home, doors, windows, and vents. Never use a generator inside… (Nextdoor )
  • Maloney Properties, Inc. posted a job opening for Maintenance Technician in Newport. Apply here.
  • Sodexo, Inc. posted a job opening for Bartender - Salve Regina University $16-$19 in Newport. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Jamestown here.

🗞 Nearby News

Newport

  • Newport museum founder championed American illustrators (wcvb.com)
  • Leidos Wins $9.9M Air Force Contract for Medusa Counter-Drone System Integration (envzone.com)
  • 13 Rules Chefs Say Home Cooks Shouldn't Break (tastingtable.com)

Middletown

  • North Providence football stays unbeaten with second straight shutout (newportri.com)

Ok Jamestown! 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!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "MAN OVERBOARD!" (Thank you M J. for sending it in!)
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