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What's up Lincoln! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Early-morning Lincoln traffic stop leads to warrant arrest and jailing
  • Wrong-way Route 146 crash in Lincoln leads to DUI charges
  • How close are Lincoln school buses to going on strike?

Also on today's calendar: RWU Law Providence Law School Fair and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the chicken go to the gym? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Sunshine and humid, with a high of 85 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Saturday: A shower or two; not as warm, temps: high: 76, low: 57.
  • Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 74 and low of 51 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Wanted North Smithfield Woman Arrested And Jailed: Cops (patch.com) — Lincoln residents are learning more about an early-morning traffic stop on Twin River Road where state police arrested a 45-year-old Smithfield woman on a warrant for failing to appear in court. She was processed at the Lincoln Woods Barracks before being taken to the Adult Correctional Institutions, highlighting ongoing law enforcement activity in and around town.
   

2. Wrong-Way Crash Probe Leads To Providence Man Arrest On DUI Charges: Cops (patch.com) — A wrong-way crash on Route 146 in Lincoln led state police to arrest a 67-year-old Providence man on DUI and reckless driving charges after a serious injury collision. He was processed at the Lincoln Woods Barracks, arraigned by a justice of the peace, and released with a notice to appear in court.
   

3. Potential school bus strike put on hold amid negotiations (turnto10.com) — Families in Lincoln could face serious school transportation disruptions if First Student bus drivers move forward with a strike, though union leaders have temporarily delayed any walkout while talks continue. Negotiations between the company, Teamsters Local 251, and state officials are ongoing, with final contract offers expected soon and no firm agreement yet in place.
   

4. People Moves: Silva to Succeed Retiring Welch as Amica Chief Claims Officer (insurancejournal.com) — Amica Mutual Insurance, headquartered in Lincoln, is preparing for a leadership transition as longtime senior vice president and chief claims officer Sean Welch retires after 41 years. Acel Silva, who has held a range of claims and operations roles since 2003, will assume the chief claims officer position on December 1.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Saturday September 5
  • NorthStar Special Olympics Team (SHS Track)
    Smithfield Senior High School Smithfield, RI 02917
    7:30 am
    • Monday September 7
  • HMIS/CES Office Hours
    Rhode Island Coalition for the Homeless https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81075354141?pwd=nkJ0zFv7mN6iiTVAbWt2tfya
    1:00 pm
  • ESOL Class (BVCAP) →
    Cumberland, RI Calendar, The Amaral Building 16 Mill Street, Cumberland
    6:00 pm
    • Tuesday September 8
  • Picture Day at LaPerche
    Raymond C. LaPerche School Smithfield, RI 02917
    8:45 am
  • Technical Review Committee →
    Cumberland, RI Calendar, The Amaral Building 16 Mill Street, Cumberland
    3:00 pm

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  • Hi friends
    I will be at the American legion post in Cumberland on sat and sun from 9 to 5band will be one of your venders Stop by and say hello So excited… (Nextdoor Saylesville Highlands)
  • Atria Senior Living posted a job opening for Server/Waitstaff in Lincoln. Apply here.
  • TJX Companies, Inc. posted a job opening for P/T - Merchandise Associate in Lincoln. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lincoln here.

Ok Lincoln! 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: He was working on his pecks (pecs). (Thank you W F C. for sending it in!)
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