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🌱 Patch AM: What will Woonsocket’s new $1 million ladder truck replace?

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Thursday October 1st Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Hello Woonsocket! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What will Woonsocket's new $1 million ladder truck replace?

Also on today's calendar: Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music! and 9 more events.

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

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid with clouds and sun, with a high of 77 and low of 63 degrees.
  • Friday: An afternoon shower or two, temps: high: 85, low: 54.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 71 and low of 45 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• RI Delegation Delivers Nearly $4.5 Million for Local Firefighters (senate.gov) — Woonsocket's fire department is set to receive $1 million in federal funding to buy a new state-of-the-art aerial ladder truck, replacing an aging, costly vehicle. The grant is part of nearly $4.5 million secured for Rhode Island departments to upgrade equipment, vehicles, and training, strengthening emergency response across the state.
   

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Ok Woonsocket! 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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