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Thursday, April 17th, 2025

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Good morning, Warwick. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Autism Project will hold its 23rd annual Imagine Walk to start Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month on April 27 at Goddard Park (at 9 a.m.) with about 6,000 people expected to join. The event will support community efforts to provide better autism services.  Warwick Online

CRIME NEWS

  • Warwick police arrested four juvenile males on Tuesday night after an alleged knife attack outside Apple Cinemas on Bald Hill Road injured two adults at 11:49 p.m.; the suspects were ordered to a training school pending their Wednesday court appearance.  ABC 6
  • On Tuesday night, Warwick Police responded at 11:49 p.m. to a reported stabbing at Apple Cinemas on Bald Hill Road when four juveniles attacked three adults after being told to quiet down during a movie — the teens were turned over to a training school pending their Family Court appearance.  WJAR

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Rhode Island lawmakers approved a universal Pre-K bill to offer publicly funded preschool for 3- and 4-year-olds and the measure now moves to the House for review. The plan uses a mixed-delivery model (including Head Start, public school districts, licensed centers and family child-care providers) to serve at least 70% of eligible children.  Warwick Online

SPORTS NEWS

  • Senior Samantha Sainristil from Cranston finished third in the shot at 11.79m, third in the hammer at 47.30m and fifth in the discus at 36.55m as her RIC women’s track team competed at Southern New Hampshire’s Ed Daniels Invitational on Monday. The team will compete at Eastern Connecticut’s Bonnie Edmondson Classic tomorrow while other athletes also posted various placements in their events.  Johnston SunRise

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 4/25/25

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  • 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.

    Wed, 4/30/25

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  • 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.

    Wed, 5/7/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 5/8/25

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  • Red Island Marathon

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

    Mon, 5/12/25

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  • 6th Annual Backyard Art Show

    1-7 p.m. — 450 Pequot Ave, Warwick, RI — Free entry — Explore local artists showcasing unique artwork and healing jewelry in a charming backyard setting.

    Sat, 5/17/25

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