What's up Cumberland! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️
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Also on today's calendar: RWU Law Providence Law School Fair and 7 more events.
Today's riddle: Where do math teachers go on vacation? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. 'No Criminal Activity' In Cumberland 18-Year-Old's Death: Cops (patch.com) — Cumberland police say their investigation into 18-year-old Angelina Rocha's June death found no signs of criminal activity, bringing some closure to her family and the community. Officials, working with the state medical examiner, emphasized the tragedy of the loss while confirming there is no ongoing criminal case tied to the Barrown Street residence incident.
2. Cumberland High School soccer players disciplined after alleged hazing incident (wpri.com) — Several Cumberland High School boys soccer players have been disciplined after an alleged hazing and bullying incident at an off-campus gathering, with consequences imposed under the school and athletic handbooks. The district says it is following Rhode Island's new anti-hazing law, has resumed team activities, and plans additional training to reinforce expectations for student athletes and coaches.
3. RI Veterans Voice: 03.09.26. Military records, Veterans Memorial, Local Events – John A. Cianci (rinewstoday.com) — Cumberland residents have a direct way to support local veterans through the Leave No Veteran Alone visits at Chapel Hill Senior Living on Old Diamond Hill Road, plus many other statewide events this fall. This detailed column explains how to update military records, highlights a new Vietnam memorial in Providence, lists free meals and benefits, and shares ongoing support groups and discounts for veterans and their families.
4. It was more than football on Friday night. Here's the scores (newportri.com) — Cumberland High athletes were busy Friday, with football edging West Warwick 13–6 while the field hockey team fell 5–1 to North Kingstown. Looking ahead, local fans can head to Tucker Field today for a girls soccer matchup between Cumberland and Lincoln, one of many Rhode Island high school games kicking off the new season.
5. Richard Jenkins (ign.com) — Oscar-nominated actor Richard Jenkins, known for roles in Six Feet Under, The Visitor, and numerous films, now calls Cumberland home. The profile traces his journey from Illinois theater to acclaimed screen work, highlighting his late-career breakthrough and continued success while quietly residing in town with his family.
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