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And on the Warwick Patch calendar - Purr-fect Family Fun: New England Meow Outfit Announces Annual Cat Show in Seekonk, MA

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Hello Warwick! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How one Warwick business owner turned old bikes into big smiles

Also on today's calendar: Purr-fect Family Fun: New England Meow Outfit Announces Annual Cat Show in Seekonk, MA and 3 more events.

Today's riddle: What is the longest word in the dictionary? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Cloudy with showers around, with a high of 73 and low of 64 degrees.
  • Sunday: Heavy rain in the morning, temps: high: 78, low: 63.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 82 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Warwick business owner gives away free bikes to families in need (wpri.com) — A Warwick business owner is giving away more than 21 refurbished bikes to local children and families who can't afford one, hoping a small gesture makes a big impact. Funded by his company and community donations, he's turning a childhood consignment shop memory into a feel-good boost for Warwick neighbors in need.
   

📸 Around Warwick

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Sunday August 23
  • Patio Party Fundraiser 5pm
    Willett Free Library 45 Ferry Road, Saunderstown, RI 02874
    • Monday August 24
  • Escada Restaurant & Bar – Johnston – RI →
    Escada Restaurant & Bar, 39 Putnam Pike, Johnston
    6:30 pm
  • School Committee Meeting
    Bristol Warren Regional SD MHHS Cafeteria
    7:00 pm
    • Tuesday August 25
  • Planning Commission Site Visit →
    North Kingstown, RI Calendar, 84 & 100 Pleasant Valley Road, North Kingstown
    7:30 am
  • BAH at Sombra
    East Greenwich Chamber of Commerce 580 Main St, East Greenwich, RI 02818
    5:30 pm
  • Zoning Board of Review Meeting →
    North Kingstown, RI Calendar, 80 Boston Neck Road, North Kingstown
    6:00 pm
    • Wednesday August 26
  • Elementary Schools Orientation Day
    Bristol Warren Regional SD Elementary Schools

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Attention Royal Crest Residents!
    An important package of food was delivered to apt 6 in one of our buildings, it was supposed to go to apt 6 in building 10 …. If anyone received this… (Nextdoor Royal Crest Folks)
  • I FOUND HIM/HER it is in my garage
    SIGHTED DOMESTIC RABBIT, WHITE WITH BLACK MARKINGS 1064 NARRAGANSETT PARKWAY, WARWICK. COULDN'T GET A PICTURE. (Nextdoor Governor Francis)
  • Chili's Grill & Bar posted a job opening for Busser - Warwick Chili's in Warwick. Apply here.
  • Panera Bread Company posted a job opening for Catering Lead in Warwick. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Warwick here.

🗞 Nearby News

West Warwick

  • Rippy's customer wins $30K on R.I. Lottery scratch ticket (thewesterlysun.com)
  • Republican CD2 candidates will debate after all; Mellor, Skoly accept invite from NBC10 • Rhode Island Current (rhodeislandcurrent.com)
  • Residents press town to look into banning pet sales (ricentral.com)

Cranston

  • Internship at Del's Lemonade juices Sydney Amaral '26's interest in brand marketing (bryant.edu)

East Providence

  • Providence Man Wanted On 1st-Degree Sex Assault Charge Captured: Cops (patch.com)

Ok Warwick! 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: Smiles, because it has a mile between "s". (Thank you Sharon M. for sending it in!)
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