Good morning Barrington! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
How a Barrington-announced bill could reshape police leadership training
Also on today's calendar: Purr-fect Family Fun: New England Meow Outfit Announces Annual Cat Show in Seekonk, MA and 7 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Tuesday: Humid; a stray p.m. t-shower, with a high of 83 and low of 64 degrees.
Wednesday: Partly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 88, low: 67. 🌶 Hot!
Thursday: Warm; a p.m. shower possible, with a high of 86 and low of 63 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Bill would create 'commander-level' training curriculum for LE agencies nationwide (police1.com) — From a Barrington dateline, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse is promoting a bill that would create a national, commander-level training curriculum and voluntary certification system for police leaders. The measure aims to improve accountability, officer wellness, and community relations, and has already passed the Senate unanimously while awaiting a House vote. Local readers may see its impact on Rhode Island law enforcement leadership training.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Hey, Can We Talk? In a world that often asks us to move quickly, Can We Talk… offers something different: a chance to slow down, share a meal, and connect with others… (Nextdoor )
Roger Williams University posted a job opening for Adjunct Faculty, Sports Marketing, Gabelli School of Business - Roger Williams University in Bristol. Apply here.
BJ's Restaurants, Inc. posted a job opening for Janitorial in Warwick. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Barrington here.
🗞 Nearby News
Warren
Catholic Bishops and the LGBT Agenda: The Church Is Not a Social Club (spectator.org)
East Providence
Yondr cell phone pouches coming to East Providence schools (eastbayri.com)
Who will be the D-II football champ in 2026? Vote for your preseason favorite (providencejournal.com)
RI Lottery Numbers Midday, Numbers Evening winning numbers for Aug. 16, 2026 (providencejournal.com)
Bristol
$13.5 million in federal funding headed to Providence Ferry Terminal (whatsupnewp.com)
Ok Barrington! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!