Good morning, Warwick.

State legislators introduced three bills to cut plastic bottle waste—one would add a 10-cent deposit refund on beverage containers similar to Oregon’s system and another would make companies handle recycling packaging.

Rep. Carol McEntee brought the combined bill in the House and Sen. Mark McKenney from Warwick plans to introduce a Senate version, with environmental groups backing the effort while industry groups oppose it.

Yesterday, the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management stocked hundreds of freshwater locations with 60,000 trout to launch the trout fishing season, a spring tradition for thousands of anglers.

Anglers aged 15 and older needed a fishing license and a trout conservation stamp, and those who caught a golden rainbow trout by May 6th were eligible for a golden trout pin.

Hummingbird Central is mapping the migration of ruby-throated hummingbirds as they near their typical late April arrival in Rhode Island; local experts urge residents to set feeders with a mix (one part sugar to four parts water) and clean them weekly with a 10% bleach solution to support the birds' journey.

Today, four state campgrounds are open for camping with Burlingame State Park, Charlestown Breachway, Fishermen’s Memorial State Park, and George Washington Memorial State Park offering a pre-check-in process to reduce wait times when booking through Reserve America.

The Department of Environmental Management is recruiting seasonal staff while East Beach State Campground will open on May 24.

House Bill 5883 is moving through the legislature and would require towns to join a parking app to track cars parked illegally in accessible spots+ show where more accessible parking is needed.

The bill also makes new signs use accessible parking instead of handicapped parking+ a change meant to bring fairness and clear guidance.

Trout fishing season began on Saturday, April 12 at Silver Spring Lake in North Kingstown — a fresh caught trout was featured in a local gallery that marked the start of the season.

The Providence Bruins beat the Belleville Senators 4-3 in overtime Saturday night at the Amica Mutual Pavilion—forward Dans Locmelis scored the game-winning goal with 14 seconds left and added two assists while Matthew Poitras and Oliver Wahlstrom also played key roles.

Rise and Thrive Women's Networking Session: Pajama Power Hour

7:30-8:30 p.m. — Brewed Awakenings Warwick — Free entry — Connect with local women in a cozy pajama-themed networking session.

Statewide Business After Hours Networking Event

1-3:30 p.m. — Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick — Tickets available at the door — Network with local businesses while enjoying delicious samples from restaurants and caterers.

Rhode Island Monthly's 2025 Top Doctors Celebration

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Audi Warwick — $75 for guests — Celebrate the outstanding physicians recognized by their peers in Rhode Island.

Modern Calligraphy for Beginners Workshop

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Cocktail Hour Essentials — Ticket required — Unleash your creativity with a fun introduction to modern calligraphy in a relaxed setting.

Red Island Marathon

6 AM — Warwick City Park — Registration required — Experience the challenge and excitement of Rhode Island's marathon races.