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Hi Warren! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • See how Warren artists reimagine community in Imago's new free exhibit.
  • What happened on Warren's streets in last week's police arrest log?
  • How Hope & Main's Providence expansion could reshape Warren's food business future.

Also on today's calendar: 2nd Annual Japan-America Friendship Festival is Back in Newport! and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Pleasant with periods of sun, with a high of 76 and low of 64 degrees.
  • Friday: Very warm with periods of sun, temps: high: 81, low: 56.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and not as warm, with a high of 71 and low of 45 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• New art exhibit at Imago explores the architecture of community (providenceonline.com) — Imago Gallery on Market Street in Warren is opening a free group exhibit exploring how art reflects community and the universe's underlying patterns, running Oct. 1 through Nov. 7. Local residents can drop in daily from noon to 6 p.m., or enjoy a complimentary opening reception on Saturday evening featuring work by several regional artists.
   

• Warren Police Log: Another busy week of arrests (eastbayri.com) — Warren residents can see a snapshot of recent police activity, with arrests tied to domestic disputes, disorderly conduct, DUI, and repeated license violations on familiar streets like Market, Arlington, Child and Munro. The weekly log lists each person's town of residence, charges, and upcoming court dates, offering a clear look at how local officers are responding to neighborhood incidents.
   

• Hope & Main grows West End Kitchens expansion in Providence (eastbayri.com) — Hope & Main's new West End Kitchens in Providence is the latest expansion of the culinary incubator that began in Warren and helped spark the town's Main Street food revival. Founder Lisa Raiola explains how the added urban facility will better serve Providence-area entrepreneurs while Warren remains home base to about 120 small food businesses and the state's highest concentration of food processing licenses.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Have you heard of Walk with a Doc?
    It's a fun and safe place to take a walk (at your own pace), learn health tips from local healthcare providers, and meet new friends. Join RIDOH's… (Nextdoor )
  • Has anyone had any dealings with the roofmax co.
    and if so, do you feel that it will actually add extended life to an older roof? (Nextdoor Kickemuit Shores)
  • Hardee's posted a job opening for Hardees of Warwick Village - Cashier / Cook / Crew in Warwick. Apply here.
  • Dunkin' posted a job opening for Production Baker in Providence. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Warren here.

🗞 Nearby News

Barrington

  • Fourteen-year-old Barrington boy calls police about e-scooter incident (eastbayri.com)
  • Letter: It's time to return to the financial town meeting (eastbayri.com)
  • Editorial: The Dec. 13 mass shooting does not justify the use of Flock cameras (browndailyherald.com)

Bristol

  • Candidates for Council, School Committee meet in forum (eastbayri.com)

Providence

  • Providence Man Charged With Driving On Suspended License: Cops (patch.com)
  • Providence Narcotics Probes Lead To Multiple Arrests, Gun And Drug Seizures: Cops (patch.com)
  • Pawtucket Man Wanted On Conspiracy And Shoplifting Charges Nabbed: Cops (patch.com)

Ok Warren! 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: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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