Tuesday: Cooler with plenty of sun, with a high of 60 and low of 39 degrees.
Wednesday: Sunny; breezy in the p.m., temps: high: 62, low: 56.
Thursday: Plenty of sun, with a high of 69 and low of 51 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Middletown, RI Zoning Board of Review — October 27, 2026 (meetingwatch.org) — Middletown's Zoning Board of Review has conditionally approved a site plan, requiring a revised landscaping plan and other conditions that will shape how the project is built. Residents can review the linked minutes, reports, and meeting video to understand exactly what was decided and how it may affect nearby properties and future development in town.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
I'm looking for a housemate. Prefer female naval war college. No smoking or drinking. Must have references and working. Bedroom in 3 BR 1.5 BA house. Shared kitchen, bathroom,… (Nextdoor Mitchell Ln)
Recall Alert! EAK Distribution is recalling HOME GROWN Green Sprouting Calabrese Broccoli Seeds, 8 oz, Heirloom, because it has the potential to be contaminated… (Nextdoor )
Michaels posted a job opening for Part- time Merchandise Manager in Middletown. Apply here.
Advantage Solutions posted a job opening for Part Time Product Demonstrator in Middletown. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Middletown here.
🗞 Nearby News
Newport
Nearest Airport To Newport Rhode Island: The Complete Guide For Travelers (fsu.edu)
Business Beat: Newport Restaurant Group Celebrates 30 Years of Employee Ownership in 2026 (rinewstoday.com)
The Vanderbilt hosts its annual Halloween soirée, themed 'Ghosts of the Atlantic: Drowned Pirates Ball" on Oct. 30 (whatsupnewp.com)
Jamestown
Jamestown Bridge work shifts to daytime (wpri.com)
Ok Middletown! 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: "Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!