Good morning, Warwick.

Cabo Verde Airlines began a nonstop flight from T.F.

Green International Airport to Cape Verde on Monday. The airline may add another weekly flight soon to offer more travel options.

Warwick Mall announced Monday, May 4 that two new local businesses have joined the mall.

Rocky Point Chowder House now offers coastal flavors in the Carousel Food Court, and The Chocolate Boutique opened next to Kay Jewelers to provide sweet treats.

Stargazers in Warwick can watch the Eta Aquarids meteor shower peak today and tomorrow in the pre-dawn hours (10 to 30 meteors per hour) as clear skies aid viewing.

The shower, linked to Halley's Comet, began on Apr. 19 and runs until May 28.

Gas prices in Warwick jumped to $4.49 a gallon on Monday as supply shocks kept costs high for drivers; state leaders announced a $24 million electric vehicle investment that will add more than 100 charging stations and 200 ports (including in Warwick) to boost local alternatives.

Rhode Island colleges are hosting graduation ceremonies that recently took place and will continue through early June.

Johnson & Wales and New England Institute held ceremonies on May 2 to 3 while Community College, Bryant University, Roger Williams, URI, Brown and RISD have upcoming events at campus and public venues.

Warwick police and firefighters are monitoring special alerts from T.F.

Green — where mechanical concerns in incoming planes prompt a review of response times. Officials say the inquiry aims to refine emergency protocols.

Providence women added Spain international Davi Mindoudi Ongbakahoumb and Taylor Barner, while Bryant men gained Georgia Tech guard Eric Chatfield Jr. URI women also hired Megan Methven as associate head coach—moves that reshaped Rhode Island college basketball transfer activity.

The Longplex Athlete of the Week vote for boys volleyball is now open with five nominees honored for their strong displays in recent games.

Votes submitted by Friday (11:59 p.m.) will decide which standout player earns bragging rights on the court.

Nominees for Week 5 Longplex Athlete of the Week in Baseball were announced online on May 4; fans can vote until Friday to crown the top performer — the contest offers social media exposure and bragging rights.

LEADS Lunch Networking Event

12:00 – 1:30 PM — Urban Air Adventure Park —Registration required — Enjoy lunch and network with local business professionals in a vibrant setting.

Red Island State Marathon (New England Challenge)

N/A — Warwick City Park — Registration Fee Required — Experience a scenic marathon route through beautiful Warwick City Park with views of Narragansett Bay.