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Warwick
Friday, March 27th, 2026
Good morning, Warwick. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Stop & Shop will lower hot bar prices from $10.99 to $9.99 per pound and add new protein options like black pepper steak and Thai coconut chicken thighs, along with sides from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at its 25 Rhode Island locations. The Providence Journal
- ➤ McDonald's begins offering new 'KPop Demon Hunters' meals on Tuesday, March 31, featuring a Huntr/X 10-piece Chicken McNuggets meal and a Saja Boys breakfast meal with Spicy Saja Sauce at local locations; a Derpy McFlurry debuts with berry sauce & popping pearls. The Providence Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Kylie Kelce said on the Conversations with Cam podcast on March 25 that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding details remain unknown. Rumors suggest a summer ceremony at a Rhode Island venue such as Ocean House — but nothing has been confirmed. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Bravo released a sneak peek trailer for the new season of The Real Housewives of Rhode Island that shows local spots — from East Greenwich Harbor to downtown Providence, Cranston dining areas, and coastal views near Jamestown — as the show premieres in a week. The Providence Journal
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ No one won the Powerball jackpot on March 25, leaving the prize to grow from $147 million to $166 million with a cash option of $75.2 million for Saturday's drawing; $2 tickets are available until 9:50 p.m. on draw night & Quick Pick remains an option. The Providence Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new bill introduced by Rep. Josh Giraldo would allow local bars to extend hours during the World Cup from June 11 through July 19, with 24-hour service permitted (except between 5 and 6 a.m.) and towns able to opt out by notifying local police 24 hours ahead. WJAR
- ➤ Gov. Dan McKee proposed doubling state funding for the Rhode Island Community Food Bank from ($1 million to $2 million) in his 2027 budget during a press conference Thursday morning. Food pantries have faced increased need and bills in the House and Senate could raise the allocation to $3 million. WJAR
- ➤ School Committee members met Tuesday in Warwick to review the school deficit plan that aims to reduce a $7.9 million gap, but they argued that $2.1 million from last year was left out of the city’s required support (the plan now awaits Auditor General approval). Warwick Post
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The Bark & Boogie
6-9:30 p.m. — Newport Marriott Hotel & Spa — Tickets required — A spirited celebration supporting pets and people with cocktails, food, live music, and dancing.
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Write to Grow Writing Workshop
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Warwick Center for the Arts — No cost listed — Engage in writing to enhance mindfulness and personal growth through poetry and sharing.
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Easy Pastel Painting Workshop
6-8 p.m. — MoonStone Art Studio — All materials included — Unleash your creativity while learning soft pastel techniques to paint a serene sand dune beach scene.
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Fourth Annual Izzy K Event
1:30-5:00 p.m. — 116 Long St, Warwick, RI — Donation goal of $50,000 — Support the mission to bring joy and care to patients and families in the community.
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