Morning
Warwick
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Warwick. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Two New England astronauts with Rhode Island ties are on an eight-month SpaceX mission at the International Space Station that began Feb. 10 as they conduct research to prepare for space exploration beyond low-Earth orbit — Hathaway trained in Newport and Meir studied at Brown. The Providence Journal
- ➤ On Monday, the NBC 10 Cares Community Blood Drive was held in Warwick - residents donated blood in honor of a local memory while supporting Rhode Island Blood Center amid a national shortage. Each donation can help up to three patients. WJAR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Muslim communities in the area are preparing for Ramadan, which is set to begin Feb. 18 or 19 depending on moon sightings, and will last 30 days until Eid al-Fitr (expected on Mar. 19 or 20). The Providence Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Some Rhode Island school districts are reviewing Lifetouch photo contracts after parents raised concerns over social media claims linking the firm to Jeffrey Epstein; Lifetouch said it shares images only for school records and provides SmileSafe cards to help locate missing students. The Providence Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Becker's Hospital Review reported that patients statewide waited an average of 220 minutes (3 hours and 40 minutes) in emergency rooms in 2024, tying with Massachusetts for the third-longest wait time in the nation. The Providence Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local high school girls basketball nominees for Week 9 of the Longplex Athlete of the Week award include standout players from Lincoln, Narragansett, Davies, Portsmouth, and Tiverton; readers may cast multiple votes until Friday with the winner announced after the division tournaments. The Providence Journal
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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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