Saturday, April 11th, 2026
Good morning, Warwick. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ramona is a 6-month-old playful puppy available for adoption at the EGAPL Heart of RI Animal Rescue League. You can meet her on Wednesdays from 3-7 p.m. or Saturdays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. by calling 401-467-3670. The Providence Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Meteorologists from Colorado State University forecast a below-average hurricane season for Rhode Island, predicting a 14% chance of a tropical storm and a 5% chance of a hurricane, with some counties like Washington seeing up to a 13% tropical storm risk (the season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30). The Providence Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor McKee's FY27 Budget proposes a $60M bond for a Workforce Innovation Center at CCRI's Knight Campus (400 East Ave). The new 44,000 sqft facility will offer state-of-the-art training labs and flexible classrooms to expand workforce training and connect local students with good-paying jobs. Warwick Post
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A new guide highlights eight brunch spots across New England, featuring Cranston’s Makmak Eatery and Portsmouth’s The Old Salt. Local diners can explore these options when planning their next weekend outing. The Providence Journal
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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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