Good morning, Warwick.

Mayor Frank Picozzi announced a $2.1M budget adjustment that increased school funding to $143,594,746 after tensions rose during a protest by 300 teachers outside City Hall.

The extra funds, which do not use city reserves, are expected to help schools nearly balance their budgets as the council reviews the FY26 budget tonight — officials said the move averted a major crisis.

Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha said Barletta Heavy Division paid $11 million to settle an environmental lawsuit over dumping contaminated fill during a 2020 construction project—settlement funds will pay for dental care services for Providence youth.

The Rhode Island Department of Health said Bedner Growers Inc. recalled cucumbers sold between April 29 and May 14 because of a multi-state salmonella outbreak—no related cases have been reported in Rhode Island.

RIDOH urged those who cannot verify the cucumbers come from Bedner Growers to throw them away and contact a healthcare provider if symptoms arise.

URI Baseball (winner of the Atlantic 10 regular-season title) earned postseason honors on Wednesday as head coach Raphael Cerrato was named Conference Coach of the Year for the third time and six student-athletes made postseason teams.

Gaspee Days Arts & Crafts Festival

10 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Pawtuxet Park — Free entry — Experience a vibrant arts and crafts festival with local artisans, music, and delicious eats.

AMC Narragansett Spring Fling

1-4 p.m. — Goddard Memorial State Park — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful picnic with games, prizes, and outdoor camaraderie at this annual spring event.

Rhode Island's 14th Annual Esophageal Cancer Walk/Run

9 AM – 12 PM — Warwick City Park — Registration required online — Walk or run to support esophageal cancer awareness and research.

Creeping Beauties of the Woods

6 p.m. — West Warwick Public Library — Free entry — Explore a hauntingly entertaining journey through creepy fairy tales and undead adventures.

Modern Calligraphy Workshop for Beginners

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Cocktail Hour Essentials — Ticket required — Explore modern calligraphy with a fun workshop and take home your own beginner's kit!