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Warwick
Friday, September 19th, 2025
Good morning, Warwick. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Warwick Center for the Arts will offer a three-week drawing course that teaches beginners to capture light and shadow and understand perspective. Classes will run every Wednesday from October 1 to October 15 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. — cost is $110 for members and $125 for non-members. Warwick Online
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Attorney General Peter Neronha challenged steep health insurance rate hikes for 2026—rates that could force households to spend about 30% of their income—saying the review process does not consider family impacts. He said his office is drafting new legislation for a public payer option to boost competition. WJAR
- ➤ Rhode Island and Massachusetts announced on Thursday that they joined the Northeast Public Health Collaborative—an effort that brings together nine states and cities to boost shared public health strategies and science-based policies. This step aims to improve disease prevention and restore trust in public health. WJAR
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ At the Oakland Beach planning board meeting last week, neighbors expressed worries about two duplexes planned for 19 Wood St—citing concerns over lot size and parking—though the board approved the special-use permit. Planning Director Thomas Kravitz said he will propose zoning changes in November to give the board more oversight on duplex projects. Warwick Online
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nick Coit was let go from ABC6 after its parent company merged with WJAR 10 — a change that has weakened local high school sports coverage. Columnist Eric Rueb shared his football picks for Week 2 and warned that fans will soon see fewer high school games on TV. The Providence Journal
- ➤ The Providence Journal sports team released its Week 2 high school football picks with experts Bill Koch, Jacob Rousseau, Eric Rueb and Bill Corey selecting winners for every game. They predicted wins in matchups including East Greenwich at Central Falls and Pawtucket at West Warwick—standings show Koch with a top record—and expect the season to heat up. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Thursday, Rhode Island high school teams played several sports as Moses Brown won 4-0 in boys soccer when Jack Kirkman scored two goals at Conley Stadium — wins, ties, and shutouts also marked games in soccer, field hockey, volleyball, and tennis. Coaches must send in game results by 10 p.m. on weeknights, and Friday's schedule lists many matches throughout the state. The Providence Journal
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WCFA's 50th Anniversary End of Summer Social
5-8 p.m. — Warwick Center for the Arts — Festive food, beverages, and live entertainment — Celebrate 50 years of creativity with great music and a silent auction.
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West Warwick JV Volleyball Match Against Toll Gate
4:30 p.m. — 1 Webster Knight Dr, West Warwick, RI — Free entry — Cheer on the West Warwick JV volleyball team as they face off against Toll Gate in a spirited match.
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Ocean State 5K Trail Race
8:00 – 10:00 a.m. — Goddard Memorial State Park — Entry fee not specified — Celebrate local sports and honor a beloved coach at this scenic 5K trail run.
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Hocus Pocus: Modern Calligraphy Workshop
12:00 – 1:30 PM — Blissful Selfie Spot — Ticket required — Embrace your spooky side and learn the art of modern calligraphy in a fun, festive atmosphere.
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Rhode Island Networking Night
5-8 p.m. — Apponaug Brewing Company — Attendees responsible for their own beverages — Engage in an evening of networking with peers in a relaxed atmosphere.
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Encounter God Weekend
6-9 p.m. — The Haven — Registration required — Experience a transformational weekend retreat aimed at renewing your relationship with God.
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