Friday, February 6th, 2026
Good morning, Warwick. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Warwick Weekend events offer a free movie today at 8 p.m. — with skating sessions all weekend, live improv and a Girl Scout cookie booth Saturday, and free zoo admission Sunday at Roger Williams Park Zoo. Indoor escapes include the Botanical Center and Natural History Museum in Roger Williams Park. Warwick Post
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Pizza Hut will close 250 stores nationwide in the first half of 2026 as part of its Hut Forward strategy — no Rhode Island location has been confirmed for closure yet. The chain currently operates four restaurants here, including one at 1627 Warwick Ave. in Warwick. The Providence Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Real Housewives of Rhode Island will debut on Bravo at 9 p.m. on Thursday, April 2, with new episodes airing each Sunday, and the first episode will be available on Peacock (starting Friday, April 3). The Providence Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Providence College's long-time track and cross country coach Ray Treacy, a Warwick resident known for guiding NCAA champions and Olympians, announced he will retire in June after 41 years at PC. The Providence Journal
- ➤ WJAR has challenged its sister station KOMO with a friendly wager over the Super Bowl as the Patriots and Seahawks face off on Sunday + the bet highlights the stations’ ongoing spirit of friendly competition. WJAR
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Cupid’s Calligraphy Workshop
4:00 – 5:30 PM — Not Your Average Joe's — Cost varies — Tap into your creative side with a modern calligraphy class themed for Valentine's and Galentine's Day.
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DIY Robin's Nest Wreath Workshop
6-8 p.m. — The Rustic Rhode — All materials included — Create charming needle-felted robins and a beautiful wreath in this cozy workshop.
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25th Extraordinary Woman Award Dinner
5-9 p.m. — Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick — Ticketed event — Celebrate the remarkable contributions of women in the community with a prestigious award dinner.
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