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Coffee in hand, Smithfield? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What changes are on the table for Smithfield's transgender student policy?
  • Could Smithfield students lock in a PA school seat early?
  • What Navigant's new lending leader means for Smithfield borrowers

Also on today's calendar: Smith-Appleby Open House and 4 more events.

Today's riddle: What has a cap but no head? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Turning sunny; less humid, with a high of 71 and low of 44 degrees.
  • Sunday: Cloudy, temps: high: 65, low: 53.
  • Monday: Partly sunny and breezy, with a high of 71 and low of 41 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Smithfield Hears Testimony on Transgender Student Policy (upriseri.com) — Smithfield residents are watching closely as the School Committee delays a vote on controversial changes to its transgender and gender non-conforming student policy, with a second reading expected next week. After more than an hour of passionate testimony, the committee left existing protections in place for now, while also approving an updated technology use policy and announcing new grant-funded health career programs and student transportation vans.
   

• Bryant Early Assurance Pathway gives future Physician Assistants a head start (bryant.edu) — Bryant University in Smithfield is rolling out a new Early Assurance Pathway in 2027 that lets selected undergraduates secure a conditional seat in its Physician Assistant master's program. Local students interested in healthcare careers can benefit from tailored advising, clinical exposure, and an integrated curriculum that links science, AI, and business skills to future patient-care roles.
   

• Navigant CU Promotes Brian Bouvier to First VP-Consumer Lending (thecudaily.com) — Navigant Credit Union, headquartered in Smithfield, has promoted Brian Bouvier to First Vice President of Consumer Lending, expanding his leadership over auto, boat, and credit card lending. His new role is aimed at strengthening portfolio performance and improving member experience, which could shape borrowing options and service for many Smithfield-area residents.
   

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What has a cap but no head?" — A bottle (Thank you Glo M. for sending it in!)
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