Tuesday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 78 and low of 58 degrees.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny and nice, temps: high: 78, low: 60.
Thursday: Humid with periods of sun, with a high of 79 and low of 66 degrees.
π° News we're reading
β’ Bodycam video shows aftermath of hectic Charlestown DUI arrest (wpri.com) β Charlestown police have released bodycam footage from a June DUI arrest in which a driver allegedly struck a local cruiser on Old Post Road before being taken into custody. The video shows officers confronting the suspect, administering field sobriety tests, and later confirming an elevated blood alcohol level. No injuries were reported, and a competency hearing is scheduled for October 14. Β Β Β
β’ Rhode Island school-zone speed cameras are turning back on: here's where they're located (wpri.com) β As school starts back up, Charlestown residents can note there are still no schoolβzone speed cameras in town and no current plans to add them. A statewide review shows which nearby communities are turning cameras back on, with varying approaches to automated enforcement. The piece also touches on possible expansion of traffic cameras in Massachusetts. Β Β Β
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So this is how well I'm doing tonight. I go to make myself a cup of coffee. I turned the Keurig on and of course the light goes on that tells me that I need to fill the water reservoir so⦠(Nextdoor Charlestown)
Howdy, Tamanaco neighbors. Our cat, Marshall, hasn't come home for 3 days. He's small and black and easily recognizable. If you happen to spot him bopping around, please let me⦠(Nextdoor Prosser)
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π Nearby News
Westerly
RI fugitive convicted of sexual assault to be sentenced this fall (wpri.com)
Crowds sing along and celebrate as Maroon 5 plays free beach concert hosted by R.I. philanthropist (bostonglobe.com)
10 Best Hole-In-The-Wall Spots For Chinese Food Across The US (tastingtable.com)
2026 Best of Rhode Island Editor's Picks (rimonthly.com)
New Shoreham
New Shoreham Man Charged With Felony Assault And/Or Battery: Cops (patch.com)
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