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Last year’s inaugural unified basketball game between Hoxsie and Park elementary schools tipped off before a full crowd at Warwick Vets. This year, 10 other elementary schools will join them for a tournament hosted by Bishop Hendricken.

Warwick schools blazing trail with unified ‘March Madness’

Last March, Hoxsie and Park elementary schools made history by playing the first-ever elementary school unified basketball game in Rhode Island. Now, enough of the city’s elementary …

Deloitte pays RI $5M in breach costs

The consulting firm that built and manages RIBridges has paid $5 million to the State of Rhode Island for expenses associated with the December data breach of the public benefits and health insurance …

School Committee balks at some budget cuts

The Warwick School Committee trimmed its projected deficit a bit by eliminating five positions and moving about $300,000 from its general fund to its grants budget during a special meeting last …

Animal Talk

Words can’t describe Zuko! I know when you look at him you just go “Wow, he’s gorgeous!” But when you meet him, you will also say “Wow he’s fabulous!” He’s just a young pup at only …

Pallet homeless shelters to open next week

The grand opening of 45 tiny cabins to provide housing for people with nowhere else to go assembled off Route 146 in Providence is finally coming – and at $1.3 million over budget. Nearly …

Councilman pushes for new schools vote

With groundbreakings for new Pilgrim and Toll Gate High Schools now planned for April and May, respectively, the City Council on Monday is expected to consider Ward 5 Councilman Ed Ladouceur’s …
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Matthew Pappas

Warwick grapplers stay busy on road

The Bishop Hendricken, Toll Gate and Pilgrim wrestling teams were on the road when they competed in out of state tournaments last weekend. Highlighting the action were the Hawks, who took first place …

Roundup: Pats come up just short in loss

Despite nearly regaining the lead in the final minute of action, being down one point with multiple possessions, the Pilgrim boys were unable to overcome the deficit as South Kingstown wrapped up the …

Athlete of the Week: Brandon Wolfenden

After winning his first state championship in the shot put last spring, Pilgrim’s Brandon Wolfenden is on track to claim another as he won the same event at the class championships last weekend …
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The company is proudly employed, a factor that Lamond says helps contributes to its success.

New CEO Places Trust In Culinary Experts

If executive Mick Lamond wants to meet someone for a business lunch, it shouldn’t be too difficult.  As the new president and chief executive officer of Newport Restaurant group, Lamond …
Ramon Herandez as Gary and Tim Bric as Barrymore in ‘I Hate Hamlet.’

Ghosts, gags and the bard at Barker

I Hate Hamlet is a sharp, delightful comedy that has all the right ingredients: a dash of Shakespeare, a pinch of New York theater world satire, and a whole lot of snark. Paul Rudnick’s script …
DAVE HOWARD

Singing, Laughing, Dancing Options for Valentine’s Night

Valentine’s Day tends to garner polarizing reactions. Those in a happy relationship are making plans to do something special with their significant other, while those who are single either poke …

Warwick Police Log

DUI On January 4 at 7:50 p.m., a WPD officer on patrol noticed a car hit the curb along Main Ave. before swerving over the yellow line and striking the curb again. Following that, the officer …

Police Log 1/30/25

DUI On Dec. 22 at 9:06 p.m., Warwick Police Department officers responded to a car crash in the area of 1245 Bald Hill Road. The driver of the car that struck the other was identified as …
Zachary Black

Police officers recognized for holiday safety efforts

December wasn’t just for the holidays. The past month was also a time when the Rhode Island Police Chiefs Association took to social media to honor the men and women in uniform who help keep our travels safe all year long. Every day of the month the Association...
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Here's what's happening around Warwick

Jan. 9, VFW Post #183 BINGO Doors open at 6 p.m. bingo starts at 6:30 p.m. $30 entry. Cash Prizes.  Please email vfwpost183bingo@gmail.com with any questions. Bingo is...
Obituaries

Flamand Jr., Joseph Charles

Joseph Charles Flamand Jr., 94, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 10, 2025. He was the beloved husband of the late Marion D. (Dusseault) Flamand for 56 years. Born in Providence, he was the …

Ayotte, Roger M.

Roger M. Ayotte, 70, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2025, surrounded by his loving wife Karen (Leblanc) of 38 years and his family by his side. Born in Woonsocket, he was the son of the late …
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The warmth of a deep freeze

Minus 9 degrees was the forecast for Sunday morning, and that’s what we got in Springfield Center, New York. The scene looking out on Lake Otsego was mostly white. Two to three inches of …
Will Corrente is supported by his family at the state championships. Submitted photo

Corrente pulls off upset to win heavyweight state title

His name is Will Corrente. He’s a big strong kid from Bristol. At 14 years of age, he has played three years of football, three years of wrestling and has been boxing since he was seven. Will …

A pragmatic, empathetic government program?

A shout out for good government policy is in order for the Rhode Island Division of Motor Vehicles, which last week announced that a new program meant to help improve interactions between police …