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Warwick
Friday, June 20th, 2025
Good morning, Warwick. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Warwick police said they are seeking two suspects who on Tuesday stole $200 worth of frozen shrimp from the Warwick Avenue Stop and Shop while walking north on Warwick Ave (witnesses should contact Sergeant Geoff Waldman). ABC 6
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Rhode Island DMV explained that since May 7, airline travelers must show REAL ID-compliant IDs at TSA checkpoints and that DoD IDs (Department of Defense IDs) can be used if TSA determines they are acceptable. Passengers using non-compliant state IDs can face delays and extra screening at the airport. The Providence Journal
- ➤ The Rhode Island Senate today is considering a payday lending reform bill that would lower allowed interest on payday loans to 36% APR from 260% APR—this proposal passed the House unanimously earlier and, if approved, will be sent to Gov. Dan McKee to take effect on Jan. 1, 2027. WJAR
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local experts shared tips on catching summer flounder in Newport, Narragansett Bay, and around Block Island by planning trips carefully, fishing near structure edges, and using different rigs and baits—advice aimed at helping anglers meet size and limit regulations. The guidance comes as the fluke bite intensifies this season, with local experts noting that successful catches depend on matching wind and tide conditions. The Providence Journal
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New England Chapter ISA Tree Climbing Championship
2 PM – 5 PM — Masonic Youth Center — Entry fees apply — Witness skillful climbers showcase their talents at the annual tree climbing championship.
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Warwick Independence Day Fireworks
Nighttime — Oakland Beach — Free entry — Enjoy a spectacular display of fireworks over Narragansett Bay.
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Beach Gong Bath Experience
6-7 p.m. — Rocky Point State Park — Free entry — Relax with soothing gong sounds on the beach surrounded by nature.
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