Good morning, Warwick.

United Way 211 in Rhode Island earned national accreditation from Inform USA—after a nearly two-year review that confirmed 211 meets national standards for connecting neighbors with essential services like food, housing, and emergency help.

On Tuesday afternoon, Citizens and Habitat for Humanity gifted three customized playhouses to veteran and military families as part of Operation Playhouse—handmade by Citizens employees.

A survey of 1,151 organizations led to 19 being named Top Workplaces in Rhode Island for 2025.

The awards celebrate companies that value employee experience, with local winners such as Imperiall demonstrating strong workplace practices.

State police investigated a teacher at Ponaganset High School after Superintendent Dr. Renee Palazzo confirmed the investigation during a meeting on Oct.

7—who no longer works for the district—with officials offering no further details.

On Monday, the Rhode Island Library Association and the ACLU of RI hosted a Banned Books Week event in Warwick to discuss themes from George Orwell’s 1984 and address censorship issues.

The Central Library featured a banned books display—showing titles under challenge and outlining the recent Freedom To Read Act that protects local librarians and authors.

Trinity Rep announced its 49th annual production of A Christmas Carol, adapted from the Dickens novella with original music by Richard Cumming—co-directed by Richard Jenkins and Sharon Jenkins—and starring Stephen Thorne as Scrooge.

The show will run from Nov.6 to Dec.31 in the 250-seat Dowling Theater and include a youth artwork competition for artists ages 13–25 with entries due Oct.14.

Researchers at the Atlantic Shark Institute sought public help after a satellite tag detached from a young great white shark named Pedro off Rhode Island in August—this tag had transmitted detailed data on its movements before its battery died.

They offered $250 in merchandise as a reward and said the tag might wash up on a New Jersey beach as it moved south.

Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha said Friday he will not run for governor next year and will not seek any elected office after his term ends in 2026—he will remain focused on serving as attorney general until his term concludes.

Legislative leaders will hold a November oversight hearing to question Gov. Dan McKee’s handling of the 2023 westbound Washington Bridge shutdown and plan to put state officials under oath despite the governor’s objections—Attorney General Peter Neronha supports the move to hold responsible parties accountable. The hearing follows the release of a 64-page forensic audit that pointed to multiple lapses in monitoring the bridge’s condition before its closure.

Kent’s Hospital at Home program was paused as a government shutdown forced all 10 patients recovering at home to return to the hospital; U.S. Rep. Seth Magaziner said Medicaid+ACA subsidy cuts are likely to increase pressure on hospitals and drive up costs.

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.