Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of October.
Good morning, Warwick.
Today, the Rhode Island Law Enforcement Torch Run in Warwick hosted its first Heroes Pull fundraiser for Special Olympics Rhode Island.
Teams pulled a fire truck and police car 40 feet; the top two teams then faced off in a tractor trailer pull—Wyatt Detention Facility winning first prize with all funds raised going to the charity.
Rhode Island Department of Transportation announced it will resume nightly closures on I-95 and I-295 for bridge reconstruction in Warwick starting Monday, with closures running from 10:00 p.m.-5:00 a.m. The department said closures will begin later on Monday to ease holiday travel and detour directions will be provided.
Fans of local high school sports are invited to vote in the Providence Journal’s fifth girls volleyball athlete of the week ballot, with voting closing Friday at 11:59 p.m.—last week, Coventry’s Emily Spadoni led with 54.53% of the votes while standout players from Barrington, Portsmouth, Bay View, Tolman, and East Providence join the contest.
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.
Encounter God Weekend
6-9 p.m. — The Haven — Registration required — Experience a transformational weekend retreat aimed at renewing your relationship with God.
Millennial RI's 10th Anniversary Celebration
5:30-9:00 p.m. — Farm Fresh Rhode Island — Tickets from $10 — Celebrate a decade of networking and community building with food, drinks, and entertainment.
Halloween Bash at Valley Country Club
6:30-10:30 PM — Valley Country Club — Limited menu available — Celebrate Halloween with costumes, music, and a chance to win prizes in the costume contest.
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