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Coming up on the Portsmouth Patch calendar: RWU Law Providence Law School Fair

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  • Can Portsmouth's new lead runner keep a state title on Aquidneck?

Also on today's calendar: RWU Law Providence Law School Fair and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one strawberry say to the other strawberry? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 77 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and nice, temps: high: 75, low: 62.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 76 and low of 66 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Who will run away with cross country titles in 2026? Here's what to expect. (providencejournal.com) — Portsmouth cross country fans will see senior standout Orbon step into the team's lead role this fall after Sean Gray's graduation, with expectations for another strong showing at Class B and state meets. A statewide preview highlights top Rhode Island boys and girls runners, including Portsmouth's athletes, who could chase records and All‑State honors in 2026.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: If you weren't so sweet, we wouldn't be in this jam! (Thank you Patti F. for sending it in!)
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