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Warwick
Thursday, April 9th, 2026
Good morning, Warwick. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Target will host its annual car seat trade-in event from April 19 to May 2 at local stores, where customers can trade in any car seat—including expired or damaged ones—for a 20% bonus on new baby gear via Target Circle. The Providence Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Warwick CTC students earned SkillsUSA medals during the awards night held on March 31 at the Veterans Memorial Auditorium in Providence. Families, advisors & industry partners supported the recognition of their skills and hard work. Warwick Online
- ➤ Local high school culinary teams will compete in the annual Seafood Cook Off on April 15, showcasing original recipes using locally caught seafood — a chance for students to display their skills in a community celebration. Warwick Online
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Care New England announced a $97M construction project at Kent Hospital that will upgrade the Emergency Department, main entrance and ambulatory services. Construction will begin this month *with minimal disruption* and is set to finish in March 2028. Warwick Post
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island native and Dodgers legend Davey Lopes (a renowned base stealer) died Wednesday at 80; his former wife, Lin Lopes, informed the team of his passing. WJAR
- ➤ During Wednesday's high school games across RI, local teams secured wins and shutouts in baseball, softball, lacrosse, tennis, and volleyball while Mount Pleasant edged East Providence in unified basketball. Today, fans can catch games starting at 4 p.m. across local fields. 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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Rhode Island Women's Expo
11 AM – 3 PM — Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick (Airport) — $12 online, $20 at the door — Celebrate women's lifestyle with shopping, wellness talks, and delicious tastings.
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