Morning
Warwick
Friday, January 30th, 2026
Good morning, Warwick. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After a heavy snowfall, Frank Hardy rescued a three-foot tegu lizard from a snowy street near Broad + Morton and warmed it with household items before contacting ET Reptiles in Warwick for professional care; veterinarians treated the lizard for frostbite and weakness from the cold. The Providence Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Trader Joe’s surpassed Publix as the top grocery chain in a new American Customer Satisfaction Index survey released today; the survey shows its score rising to 86% from 84% last year (indicating strong local support). The Providence Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Environmental officials follow strict guidelines to avoid dumping plowed snow into Narragansett Bay — a practice that once contaminated water and harmed aquatic life, so towns now select upland sites for disposal. The Providence Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State leaders including Attorney General Peter Neronha and Gov. Dan McKee have taken steps to facilitate a sale of financially troubled Roger Williams Medical Center and Fatima Hospital by proposing legislation for an $18 million reserve bond and expedited conversion if Centurion Foundation does not secure financing by Feb. 27. WJAR
- ➤ The Attorney General’s office issued a new rule on Thursday, Jan. 29 requiring medical groups to notify before mergers to help review competitive practices and safeguard care quality for Rhode Islanders. WJAR
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Nine restaurants offer romantic dining options across the state for couples seeking a memorable date night. The list features modern French eateries and historic bistros with unique menus + inviting atmospheres designed for intimacy. The Providence Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island high schools played basketball yesterday as South Kingstown girls beat Classical 60-51, La Salle edged West Warwick 51-21, and other teams recorded wins — coaches submitted game scores on time to keep the community informed. The Providence Journal
- ➤ On Thursday night, Bryant women's basketball lost 66-64 to Binghamton in overtime at Chace Athletic Center, marking their fourth straight defeat & a challenging period after an early season surge. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Local fans are ready to bet on Super Bowl 60 while Providence College professor Patrick Kelly warns that the rise in sports betting—common among young men—raises concerns over addiction and its social costs despite its potential to boost tax revenue. WJAR
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