Good morning, Warwick.

Rhode Island hosts music festivals that draw fans to venues like Fort Adams and Music on the Hill in Warwick, featuring jazz, folk, chamber and roots music that celebrate a long musical tradition—these events have evolved over decades to showcase both legendary artists and local talent.

Woods on a bluff overlooking Greenwich Cove in Goddard Memorial State Park hosted an overnight film shoot on August6 into August7 for M.

Night Shyamalan’s thriller Remain (crew shouted 'Happy birthday, Night!' for his 55th) (the team will finish filming before the weekend).

Business and Professional Studies Associate Professor Maureen A.

Murray received the ACBSP Teaching Excellence Award at the ACBSP Conference in Las Vegas in June—she has spent over 30 years advancing business education at CCRI.

Today, the RIPTA board delayed its vote on service cuts after Gov Dan McKee sent a letter asking for a new proposal that focuses on cutting low-performing routes—aiming to reduce the deficit to $10 million while exploring layoffs and workforce shifts.

Officials also discussed short-term changes such as reducing taxi services and reassigning drivers amid concerns over upcoming retirements.

Rhode Island will observe Victory Day on Monday, August 11 to mark the end of World War II with most state and local offices closed while federal offices and stores remain open.

Supporters honor Rhode Islanders' war efforts while critics question the focus on Japan's surrender and atomic bombings — a bill to rename the holiday to Peace and Remembrance Day was held for further study —.

On August 7, the RIPTA board postponed a vote on major service cuts after Gov. McKee asked for a new proposal that targets low-performing routes to help address the $10 million budget gap.

The board continued its discussion and allowed public input while reviewing efficiency data — no new vote date has been set.

Massachusetts manufacturer Hans Kissle recalled 66 units of its Tricolor Twist Pasta Salad after the top label mistakenly identified it as Red Bliss Potato Salad and did not list wheat, which can trigger severe allergic reactions—Stop and Shop stores in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, and Rhode Island sold the product and customers are asked to return any units for a full refund.

Rhode Island high school athletes from the past 25 years are being highlighted by The Providence Journal as teams ready themselves for the 2025-26 season.

Football teams will start practice on Aug. 14 & lists of top performers from fall, winter, and spring sports will be published before the season begins.

2025 Fall Pollinator Expo

10 AM – 2 PM — Clouds Hill Museum — Free entry — Celebrate nature and learn about pollinators at this outdoor event for gardening enthusiasts.

Live Music: Kevin Herchen

6-9 p.m. — Harbor Lights Dining Events Golf Marina — Reservations recommended — Enjoy fantastic live music and stunning sunset views with Kevin Herchen.

Apple Festival 2025

10:00 AM – 3:30 PM — Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick (Airport) — Free entry — Celebrate the flavors of autumn with delicious apple treats and family-friendly activities.