URI And RI Department Of Health Holding Workshop For Well Owners

CHARLESTOWN, RI — The University of Rhode Island and the Rhode Island Department of Health are holding a free workshop for well owners on how to protect and test their water.

The workshop is Thursday, July 23, from 6-7 p.m. at the Cross’ Mills Public Library, 4417 Old Post Road in Charlestown.

"This program is held in partnership with the Charlestown Conservation Commission and the Cross’ Mills Public Library," the university said in a post on its website.

"Attendees will learn about well maintenance and protection, the importance of regular well water testing, and resources available to interpret results," the post said.

"Attendees can also order a private well water test kit from the RIDOH State Health Laboratory and pick up the test kit at the library on July 29 or 30," according to the post. "Orders must be received by July 27 to ensure kits are available. Interested homeowners are invited to return their water sample to the library a week later, when URI staff will be available to bring the sample with a completed order form and test fee to the State Health Laboratory in Providence."

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