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Warwick
Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Warwick. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ All Rhode Island ALDI stores, including in Warwick, will be closed on Easter Sunday (April 5) so shoppers must plan ahead, while stores operate regular hours on Good Friday (April 3) and Saturday (April 4). The Providence Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Real Housewives of Rhode Island premieres today at 9 p.m. on Bravo, featuring seven local women including Cranston’s town gossip Jo-Ellen Tiberi — a top aesthetic practice manager and busy mom. The series will stream on Peacock starting Friday, April 3. The Providence Journal
- ➤ James Woods grew up in Warwick and became a two-time Emmy winner. He started on Broadway+earned praise for films like Once Upon a Time in America and Hercules, showing how local talent can shine nationally. The Providence Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Frank Picozzi said funding new high schools will cost $12M a year for 26 years after voters turned down a $5-million bond for playing fields – steel for the new Pilgrim High School began rising at the site last Thursday. Warwick Online
- ➤ The Rhode Island Foundation has announced over $4M in scholarships as colleges send out financial aid packages. Eligible students are encouraged to apply soon+ for tuition support. Warwick Online
- ➤ Brown University's Department of Chemistry will host STEM Day, inviting local high school students to campus to learn from Brown students and faculty about science and technology. The event will give students hands-on insight into future academic paths. Warwick Online
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Rachel E. Beard joined Care New England as division chief of Hepatobiliary and Pancreas Surgery and began seeing patients Wednesday. Warwick Online
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Khano Smith spoke with media after RIFC beat Hartford Athletic in the U.S. Open Cup. The Providence Journal
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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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