Good morning, Warwick.

Local patriotic dog Buck delights crowds by driving a children's electric car during neighborhood parades and visits; he will lead Bristol's annual Fourth of July Parade later this week as his owner Chris Berard and Kathy Berube share his unique charm at parks and community events.

Saugy Inc. (established in 1869) uses a time-tested German recipe to produce New England's first hot dogs, distributing its signature links from Cranston to local restaurants and grocery stores.

Mary O’Brien now leads the company as it maintains its proud heritage among local food fans.

Vintage Journal photos revisit 1976 bicentennial events, featuring parades in Warwick and tall ships in Newport that drew large crowds.

The images capture children in Gaspee Days costumes and historic commemorations that continue to shape local heritage.

State leaders gathered Tuesday at Roger Wheeler State Beach to celebrate improvements, including a new ADA-compliant 1,200-foot boardwalk and bulkhead (built with $11.1 million from a voter-approved bond) that modernizes the family-friendly beach experience.

Three Rhode Island dogs advanced to the national Best Pet contest after winning state awards last week in Warwick and Providence.

Voting is open until Thursday, July 2 & proceeds from votes will support Best Friends Animal Society as the nation’s best pet is crowned in August.

Rhode Island athletes earned 5 gold medals at the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis — highlighted by Thomas Poirier’s viral 400-meter finish and a softball team comeback that rallied after injuries as the events wrapped on June 26.

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.