Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Good morning, Warwick. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Garden City Center will soon house a new PopUp Bagels location, the chain's first in Rhode Island. The plaza will also welcome Anna's Taqueria & Sally's Apizza as it prepares for additional restaurant openings later this year. WJAR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local health reporter Jonny Williams explains why the flu is worse this year & outlines simple steps residents can take to protect themselves. The Providence Journal
- ➤ A winter skincare shopping guide highlights top-rated product picks that help local residents manage dry, sensitive skin when freezing temperatures fall, available online. The guide details morning and nighttime routines with customer favorites (from budget to splurge) to help shoppers layer smart and protect skin. The Providence Journal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A local developer bought the vacant lot where Duck & Bunny once operated, as shown in a video released recently. The sale may lead to future development plans for the site. The Providence Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Monday night at the revamped Flori Gymnasium, Coventry rallied from a first-half deficit to beat West Warwick 71-59, with Brayden Martin scoring 34 points and Riley Finegan adding 18. Both teams played sportsmanlike (steering clear of last season's on-field clashes) in a tightly contested matchup. The Providence Journal
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Alex Cohen Live at Basta
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Basta Italian Restaurant — Reservations encouraged — Enjoy an acoustic blend of classic hits and original tunes from the '50s to today.
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Date Night Calabria
6:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Chef Walters Cooking School — Check for pricing — Explore the culinary delights inspired by the scenic coast of Calabria, Italy.
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Snowflake Mandala Workshop
2:30-4:30 p.m. — MoonStone Art Studio — All materials provided — Unleash your creativity with winter-inspired mandala-making led by Beth Goulet.
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Customizable Zodiac Sign Painting with LED Lights
7-9:30 p.m. — Paint and Vino — Complimentary beverage included — Create and customize your zodiac sign while enjoying drinks in a fun studio atmosphere.
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Providence Restaurant Weeks
Lunch and dinner specials — January 25th to February 7th — Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau — Enjoy two weeks of dining deals from local restaurants.
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