Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of June.
Good morning, Warwick.
🌲 Environment
Gov. McKee issued a statewide drought watch on Thursday, June 25 after the Drought Steering Committee cited precipitation deficits since June 2025, record–low streamflows, and declining groundwater levels.
Residents and businesses are urged to conserve water by fixing leaks — reminders include using proper appliance loads and shortening showers.
🏥 Health
The Rhode Island Department of Health reopened Oakland Beach for swimming after bacteria levels returned to safe levels.
The beach was closed on June 16 and RIDOH will monitor water quality through Labor Day (Briar Point Beach also reopened on June 19).
🏈 Sports
Logan Reilly made a hole-in-one on Thursday, June 25 at Wannamoisett Country Club during the Northeast Amateur tournament and later discussed his success in an interview.
🎉 Warwick Events
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Picante Salsa Bachata Weekender 2026
6 PM - 2 AM — The Event Factory Kitchen & Stage — Ticketed entry — An immersive weekend of rhythm, dance, and community celebration awaits in Warwick, Rhode Island.
Meditative Mandala Painting Workshop
2-5 p.m. — MoonStone Art Studio — Cost TBA — Relax and explore your creativity while painting colorful mandalas with Beth Goulet.
Whimsical Birds Painting Class
2-4 p.m. — MoonStone Art Studio — Cost varies — Explore your creativity with a fun painting class featuring whimsical birds.
Ponaganset High School 20th Reunion
7-11 p.m. — The Event Factory Kitchen & Stage — General Admission — Celebrate two decades of memories with a night of reconnecting, music, and fun.
🏠 Warwick Real Estate
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