Morning
Warwick
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Warwick. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island celebrates Memorial Day weekend with parades on May 25 in several towns and a Boots on the Ground for Heroes 5K at Fort Adams on May 23. Meanwhile, the Gaspee Days Arts & Crafts Festival at Pawtuxet Park and the Rogue Island Comedy Festival in Newport offer events. The Providence Journal
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Build-A-Bear Workshop will open at Warwick Mall on Wednesday, May 27 at 10 a.m. located next to PINK and across from Claire's, bringing a new creative shopping option to the area. WJAR
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local lawns are seeing more dandelions this spring as early flower-heads spread across yards. Experts advise that a thick, healthy lawn and timely mowing can help limit the weeds (which also benefit pollinators), offering homeowners a practical tip for a vibrant summer. The Providence Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Anglers are advised to try catching early-season fluke today at local spots like Warwick Light and drift lines near Newport Bridge based on tide & wind conditions; experts recommend multiple rigs & baits to boost success while noting good bites on striped bass & tautog at nearby piers. The Providence Journal
- ➤ On Thursday, May 21, high school teams competed in softball, baseball, tennis, lacrosse and volleyball — each game offering key plays that fuel playoff hopes. Frankie Arnold delivered a walk-off hit for Westerly softball and Barrington advanced in boys tennis with strong doubles play. The Providence Journal
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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.
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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.
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Gaspee Days Parade & 5K Foot Race
5k Foot Race — Morning — Gaspee Days Committee — Registration Required — Experience the thrill of running alongside a cheering crowd as you kick off the Annual Gaspee Days Parade.
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