Good morning, Warwick.

Rideshare drivers have unionized in Massachusetts, becoming the first group nationwide and will soon negotiate wages, work conditions, and deactivation rules with app companies - this includes drivers from Rhode Island who work in Massachusetts.

URI Cooperative Extension named the Fourth of July Tomato its plant of the year this morning.

Starter plants are available at local garden centers for gardeners planning a July 4 cookout (tomatoes mature in about seven weeks).

The Rhode Island Department of Health issued its first kratom manufacturer license to an out-of-state firm amid 20 applications received and 19 pending, following kratom’s legalization.

New rules require licensed vendors to keep products behind a counter + only sell to buyers aged 21.

Reports show lone star ticks are rising in Rhode Island, and their bites can trigger alpha-gal syndrome (a red meat allergy).

Health experts advise treating clothing with permethrin and checking for ticks after spending time outdoors as forests regrow and deer numbers increase.

Scooby, a sweet and smart young dog, is available for adoption through Rhode Home Rescue (a video shows his personality and explains how to meet him).

Local fishing guide Dustin Stevens recalled his Nantucket-style sleigh ride with a Brown shark in July 2025 off Rhode Island, offering a glimpse into the adventurous fishing experiences available for the community.

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.

Phoenix Magick Market & Psychic Faire 2026

11 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick (Airport) — $10 Daily Pass, $15 Weekend Pass — Explore a mystical gathering of vendors, psychics, and performances in a magical atmosphere.

Father's Day BBQ Celebration

12-3 p.m. — Harbor Lights Dining Events Golf Marina — Enjoy a buffet feast and cold drinks — Celebrate Father's Day with live music and games by the water.