Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of November.
Good morning, Warwick.
💼 Business
Warwick's new Chick-fil-A near Showcase Cinemas will open in early 2026 with two drive-through lanes and 80 to 120 new jobs—while the Bald Hill Road location closed on Sept.
27 for renovations and is set to reopen before winter.
🏛️ Government
Local Italian restaurants may face higher costs if the government raises the pasta import tax from 15 to over 100 percent.
Restaurant owners on Federal Hill—who rely on imported pasta—are ordering extra supplies while Italian makers warn that consumers could pay more if the tax takes effect as early as next January.
🏈 Sports
Rhode Island FC won its second road playoff game on Nov.
8 — now they will face Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC at 6:30 p.m. today in the Eastern Conference Championship after five straight playoff wins.
Rhody Hoops Rundown reviews Rhode Island college basketball as Providence scored over 100 points in consecutive games while URI, Bryant and Brown have faced early season challenges with offense and defense.
Upcoming contests include PC hosting New Hampshire — a key test of their transition game—and URI playing at Yale as teams prepare for tougher nonconference opponents.
🎉 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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