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Also on today's calendar: **Postponed: September 26 Newport Comedy Series show** and 9 more events.
And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Tammy L.!
Today's riddle: Riddle: David's parents have three sons: Snap, Crackle, and what's the name of the third son? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. People's Credit Union holds 3rd annual Day of Purpose (cuinsight.com) — North Kingstown High School students recently took part in Rachel's Challenge, a national anti-bullying and kindness program funded by People's Credit Union as part of its statewide Day of Purpose. A visiting speaker reached 1,300 students, volunteers helped hundreds sign a kindness pledge banner, and a new Friends of Rachel Club was formed to keep the effort going locally.
2. Courage Builder for RI's workforce (pbn.com) — A North Kingstown-based firm, Courage Builder, is helping local students and early-career workers plug into Rhode Island's fastest-growing industries, from the blue economy to life sciences. With more than $500,000 in recent grants, the two-person team has launched hands-on programs, externships, and K-12 initiatives that connect residents to real employers, new ocean tech labs, and even early-stage startup support.
3. High school scores, stats, recaps from September 25 games in RI (newportri.com) — North Kingstown field hockey fans can celebrate a strong 4–1 win over South Kingstown, highlighted by two late goals from Aleya Olmstead and sharp goaltending from Lily Dillon. The roundup also notes that Saturday's high school games statewide were postponed or moved to Sunday because of the storm.
4. RI Veterans Voice: 24.09.26. Gary Sinise in RI, Local Veterans Events, Resource Info – John A. Cianci (rinewstoday.com) — Rhode Island veterans and their families can tap into a wide range of upcoming events, benefits, and volunteer opportunities, from a Gary Sinise concert in Newport to free meals and outreach programs. The column also explains how 100% disabled veterans can get free state park passes through the headquarters on Tower Hill Road in North Kingstown, along with hunting, fishing, and counseling resources statewide.
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