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Warwick
Thursday, August 14th, 2025
Good morning, Warwick. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 5th Annual July Cereal Challenge collected 2,106 boxes of cereal to benefit Westbay Marketplace run by Westbay Community Action, setting a new record in the fight against food insecurity. The event, led by Lincoln Smith of Lakewood Baptist Church and supported by Warwick Councilman Bill Foley + Mayor Frank Picozzi along with other local groups, shows strong community spirit this summer. Warwick Online
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Apponaug Village Creamery — located at 10 Music Lane — has enjoyed a successful summer after opening on April 12 and hosting the Scoops and Sirens fundraiser on Aug. 10, where Warwick Firefighters served ice cream and helped raise $2,000 for the local animal shelter. Warwick Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island’s school lunches are rated healthy, with a recent State of School Lunch Report by ProCare Therapy ranking the state 8th with a score of 62.38. The report noted that over 87% of schools serve locally grown food—showing strong support for nutritious meals. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Rhode Island public school districts set different first days for the 2025-26 school year following guidelines that require a start by the first Thursday after Labor Day—Warwick Public Schools begin on Aug. 28 while some districts start as early as Aug. 26 and others after Sept. 2. The Providence Journal
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A study by The Opportunity Atlas shows that people raised in Rhode Island had higher average credit scores than the national average of 681 for those born from 1978 to 1985, with scores ranging from 688 in Providence to 705 in Washington. The data compares these scores against regions with scores as high as 757 in North Dakota and as low as 593 in Louisiana — highlighting regional differences in credit history. The Providence Journal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Since March, a local altruist has left $50 bills around Providence with clues posted on the Instagram account @cashdropprov, drawing more than 30,000 followers. The cash drops occur every other day at landmarks like the Riverwalk — and sometimes venture to nearby communities such as Warwick where local businesses join to boost foot traffic. The Providence Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school football practices began today as teams across Rhode Island prepare for a fall season featuring key matchups—including title rematches and games with playoff implications—from a Week 0 opener to a Thanksgiving city rivalry between St. Raphael and Pawtucket. The schedule spans Division I to Division IV contests at local fields and may change as teams adjust their plans. The Providence Journal
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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.
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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.
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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.
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