Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of June.
Good morning, Warwick.
FlightSimExpo is at the Rhode Island Convention Center and lets visitors try simulators that feel like real planes — local aviation schools support those learning flight skills.
The expo ends on June 29.
Today, T.F. Green Airport in Warwick is preparing for a busy Fourth of July travel week as AAA projects 72.2 million Americans to travel domestically and 5.8 million to fly between today and July 6 — a jump of over 1.5 million long-distance travelers.
The airport also celebrated being ranked sixth in the top ten by the Washington Post.
RIDOT will begin a new phase of demolition on Washington Bridge next week as crews remove the remaining river piers, and two lanes on I-195 will close from the Warren Avenue off-ramp to the Massachusetts line starting Tuesday night with overnight closures from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m.—work needed for structural health monitoring.
Rhode Island Public Transit Authority said it will hold public hearings from July 28 to Aug.
6 on service cuts and fare increases to fix a $17.6 million budget deficit; one hearing is in Warwick at the Community College of Rhode Island Knight Campus from noon to 1:30 p.m.—changes may include fewer buses and less weekend service. The board will review public input in August and vote on the cuts, which will take effect on Sept. 6 if approved.
Mike Calef made par at the 36th hole at the Rhode Island Country Club on June 27 to beat Jake Bauer and win the RI Amateur.
His win — marked by a close finish — highlighted his strong play throughout the tournament.
Today, Rhode Island FC beat Portland Hearts of Pine 4–1 at Centreville Bank Stadium—Albert Dikwa scored his first hat trick to keep the team undefeated in Jagermeister Cup Play.
Warwick Independence Day Fireworks
Nighttime — Oakland Beach — Free entry — Enjoy a spectacular display of fireworks over Narragansett Bay.
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.
Live Music: Steve Anthony
3-6 p.m. — Par & Tackle — Free entry — Experience an unforgettable afternoon of live music by Steve Anthony.
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