Tuesday: Mostly sunny and beautiful, with a high of 79 and low of 58 degrees.
Wednesday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 78, low: 60.
Thursday: Mostly cloudy and humid, with a high of 80 and low of 68 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• RI fugitive convicted of sexual assault to be sentenced this fall (wpri.com) — A former Rhode Island anesthesiologist convicted of sexually assaulting a Westerly woman aboard his yacht will finally be sentenced on Nov. 2, after spending two decades as a fugitive. He was captured in July off New Jersey and now faces up to life in prison, alongside additional charges related to his long flight from prosecution.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
What is the latest LEGAL interpretation on access to the PUBLIC who are non Fire District land owners or guests. Specifically Weekapaug Beach east of Weekapaug Point and west of the West Beach Road Breachway at the peninsula adjacent to Quonochontaug Pond. Both… (Nextdoor Wadchu Rd)
On 8/22/26 I still need help building a deck, patio, bathroom reno, kitchen refacing, and replacing a slider. In turn for help I can help you do your project. Start early finish early 5-6 hours max per day worked. I am a retired electrician and CDLA… (Nextdoor Wadchu Rd)
Trillium Staffing posted a job opening for CNC Machinist in Westerly. Apply here.
Aramark Corporation posted a job opening for Food Service Worker - Westerly Public Schools in Westerly. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Westerly here.
🗞 Nearby News
Charlestown
Bodycam video shows aftermath of hectic Charlestown DUI arrest (wpri.com)
Rhode Island school-zone speed cameras are turning back on: here's where they're located (wpri.com)
South Kingstown
Crowds sing along and celebrate as Maroon 5 plays free beach concert hosted by R.I. philanthropist (bostonglobe.com)
10 Best Hole-In-The-Wall Spots For Chinese Food Across The US (tastingtable.com)
2026 Best of Rhode Island Editor's Picks (rimonthly.com)
New Shoreham
New Shoreham Man Charged With Felony Assault And/Or Battery: Cops (patch.com)
Ok Westerly! 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: If you weren't so sweet, we wouldn't be in this jam! (Thank you Patti F. for sending it in!) Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!