Sunday: Mostly sunny with a shower, with a high of 71 and low of 51 degrees.
Monday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 79, low: 56.
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 82 and low of 56 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Potential school bus strike put on hold amid negotiations (turnto10.com) — Families in Smithfield could still face major school bus disruptions as more than 750 First Student drivers statewide continue contract talks with Teamsters Local 251, though a strike has been temporarily delayed. The dispute covers drivers serving Smithfield and several other Rhode Island districts, and state leaders are urging both sides to reach a quick agreement so parents aren't forced to find last-minute transportation.
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What your neighbors are talking about on social media
I've met over a dozen nice, friendly, fun people in the last two months because of learning Mahjong. They're my peers. I'm glad to be introduced to a friendly tribe at my ripe age of 64 :) It's not easy to make new friends, and it's even more… (Nextdoor Esmond)
Dunkin' posted a job opening for Shift Leader in Lincoln. Apply here.
Bento Sushi posted a job opening for Food Production Supervisor in Lincoln. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Smithfield here.
Republican congressional candidates debate voting security, DEI on '10 News Conference' (turnto10.com)
Keveun Mason had 158 yards, 2TDs and Temple adds two pick-6 scores in 38-14 win over Rhode Island (apnews.com)
Home prices dropping fastest in major US cities — and they're not the ones you think (nypost.com)
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