Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of August.
Good morning, Warwick.
💼 Business
A Rhode Island pizzeria earned a spot in the top 15 of the 50 Top Pizza list after Pizzaiolo Pasquale Illiano impressed critics with his Neapolitan, New York, and Grandma pizza styles.
The ranking reflects the restaurant's strong local appeal.
Dunkin brought back its iced beverage buckets on Friday with 48-ounce options now available at local stores while supplies last — rewards members can also purchase a new bucket holder online.
🌲 Environment
Japanese beetles, aphids, snails, and slugs are expected to linger in gardens as the growing season changes in Rhode Island — local gardeners should monitor and manage pest activity.
Save the Bay's iconic swim celebrates its 50th year today — 360 swimmers will launch at 8:45 a.m. from Newport Naval Base to Jamestown’s Potter Cove to honor ongoing efforts to clean Narragansett Bay.
🏛️ Government
State officials reopened cannabis retail applications statewide after the legislature removed a residency rule following a court challenge.
Social equity certifications are due by Sep. 11 + retail applications remain open until Nov. 23, with licenses to be awarded by lottery.
🏥 Health
Rhode Island DEM and Health confirmed Jamestown Canyon Virus in Tiverton, where the virus circulates between deer and mosquitos and may cause no or mild flu-like symptoms in people.
Officials detected West Nile Virus in mosquito samples from Cranston (plus East Providence, North Providence, Providence, and Woonsocket) on July 27.
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