Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of November.
Good morning, Warwick.
🎭 Culture
At Warwick’s Gamm Theatre, Terrence McNally’s play 'Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune' is showing through Nov.
30—featuring veteran actors Liliane Klein as Frankie and Anthony Goes as Johnny—offering an emotional look at two middle-aged people seeking a deeper connection.
🎓 Education
At Bain Middle School on Monday night, the school committee honored Mary Hopkins, a beloved math teacher who died in December 2019 after battling cancer, by issuing a special citation & dedicating a student wellness room in her name.
Community members and school officials recalled her over 20 years of service and kind smile during the emotional tribute.
🏛️ Government
Revity Energy has revised its Natick Ave solar project by moving the access road and centralizing equipment to increase the buffer from neighbors, and the plan has returned to the City Plan Commission for preliminary approval.
A public meeting at City Hall is scheduled for Nov. 19 at 6:30 p.m.—residents are set to offer comments on the changes.
The Rhode Island Pilots Association presented $20 gift cards to unpaid air traffic controllers on Tuesday evening—135 donors helped raise funds for 39 controllers who worked without pay for more than a month, with some taking extra jobs to support their families.
The gift cards were given during the association’s monthly meeting in Warwick.
A nurses union called on Governor Dan McKee and the state HHS department to stop interfering with a pending deal to keep three local healthcare facilities open – Our Lady of Fatima Hospital, Roger Williams Medical Center and Prospect Home Health and Hospice.
The union held a press conference on Tuesday at 3 p.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital and demanded that the CharterCARE Foundation turn over $6 million in charitable assets to support the effort.
🏈 Sports
Johnston football's Panthers beat North Providence 28 to 14 in the Division III quarterfinal game last week to earn a chance to face top-seeded Classical for a trip to the Super Bowl.
Freshman quarterback Ethan Archambeault led the team and receiver Yadier Grullon caught key passes—head coach Joe Acciardo said they will work on mistakes before the next playoff game.
Over the past two weekends, Rhode Island high schools crowned champions in most fall sports with strong wins in cross country, tennis, and field hockey—football stays in semifinal play later this week.
The Providence Journal reported on wins that showed both new champions and teams that kept winning.
High school football teams are set for exciting playoffs as Cranston West boosted its chance for a state title with a win over Portsmouth and will face La Salle in Providence, while Bishop Hendricken advanced after defeating St. Ray’s.
Toll Gate celebrated a historic double win last Sunday by capturing both the volleyball and boys soccer championships — a milestone that lifts the school’s spirits.
🎉 Warwick Events
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CTC-RI Conference: Advancing Primary Care
8:00 AM – 3:30 PM — Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick — Free entry — Dive into primary care innovations and healthcare strategies for better patient outcomes.
Northeast Swing Classic
November 20-23 — Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick — Registration required — Immerse yourself in a thrilling weekend of West Coast Swing dance workshops and social dancing.
Rhode Island Christmas Festival
10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Thomas A. Lamb Memorial Field House — Cost not specified — Browse over 150 local artisans while enjoying music and delicious food trucks.
RI Women's Expo
11 AM – 3 PM — Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick (Airport) — FREE for first 500 pre-registrations, $12 online or $20 at the door — A festive one-day event for women featuring health, wellness, shopping, and fun!
Modern Calligraphy Workshop for Beginners
6-7:30 p.m. — Cocktail Hour Essentials — Workshop Fee — Learn the art of modern calligraphy while enjoying a festive atmosphere with friends.
Aimee Mann and Ted Leo Christmas Show
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Greenwich Odeum — Tickets available — Celebrate the season with Aimee Mann and Ted Leo featuring special guests and festive delights.
Rhode Island Rams vs. Providence Friars Basketball
12:00 – 1:30 PM — Amica Mutual Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Witness an exciting collegiate basketball showdown as the Rams take on the Friars.
GB Con: Monthly Pop Up Shop
10 AM – 3 PM — West Warwick Elks Lodge #1697 — Free entry — Discover rare collectibles from amazing vendors in a lively community setting.
Brown Bears vs Providence College Friars Men's Basketball
7-8:30 p.m. — Amica Mutual Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Providence Friars take on the Brown Bears in a thrilling NCAA basketball showdown.
Wednesday Night Trivia
6-8 p.m. — Newport Vineyards & Restaurant — Reservations recommended — Gather your friends for five rounds of trivia and a chance to win prizes.
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