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Good morning West Warwick! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a stray python wound up in a West Warwick car engine

Also on today's calendar: Casting for RI Youth Theatre's production of A Christmas Carol, the Musical and 4 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the hospital? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 71 and low of 46 degrees.
  • Saturday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 67, low: 47.
  • Sunday: Turning out cloudy, with a high of 64 and low of 56 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Ball python recovering after rescue from vehicle engine in West Warwick (coastalabc.com) — A loose ball python that ended up trapped in a vehicle engine in West Warwick is now recovering after intensive veterinary care coordinated by ET Reptiles in nearby Warwick. Staff and customers spent nearly an hour freeing the injured snake, and local reptile experts are using the incident to urge exotic pet owners in West Warwick to seek help rehoming animals instead of releasing them outdoors.
   

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  • Are you – or someone you love – worried about or living with diabetes?
    We've got tools and strategies to help you live healthier and feel your best. This November, we're offering a free month of learning with virtual… (Nextdoor )
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🗞 Nearby News

Warwick

  • Warwick, RI School Committee — October 13, 2026 (meetingwatch.org)
  • Rhode Island fire officials warn of rising lithium-ion battery fire risks (wpri.com)
  • Lawyer: TF Green worker caught with gun was director of operations (wpri.com)

East Greenwich

Cranston

  • Cranston Man Wanted On Shoplifting Charge Captured: Cops (patch.com)
  • Cranston Man Charged With Check Fraud In 'Large Amounts,' Police Say (patch.com)

Ok West Warwick! 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: "Why did the cookie go to the hospital?" — Because he felt crummy. (Thank you Sanda J. for sending it in!)
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