Bernon Mills Complex + Weekend Shootings + Quahogging

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In today's Daily, we share the latest news about The Bernon Mills complex, Several weekend shootings, the closure of Rhode Island's last Jewish bakery, and the Providence River opening up for quahogging.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny, with a chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon. Temps: High of 75° & Low of 52° .

Here are the top five stories in Woonsocket today:

1. The Woonsocket Planning Board has approved Brisa Development’s plan to finish the conversion of the Bernon Mills complex into a mixed-use development with 60 apartments, commercial space, and a new recreational building. (The Woonsocket Call)

2. A man was shot dead on Randall Street in Pawtucket Saturday afternoon. Police say the shooting appears to be a "targeted" incident and they are not releasing the name of the victim at this time. (Patch)

3. Two men were shot on Camp Street in Providence Saturday afternoon and have been hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The victims were at the Billy Taylor Park playground with their children at the time of the shooting. No arrests have been made at this time. (ABC6)

4. The last Jewish bakery in Rhode Island closed for good Saturday after over 100 years of business. The owner of Rainbow Bakery, located in Cranston, announced his retirement last month. (WJAR)

5. State regulators are opening up part of the Providence River to quahogging for the first time in 75 years, a sign that the water is cleaner than its been in generations. (The Providence Journal)

Happenings and Events in Woonsocket:

• Rhode Island Quahog Week begins today, a week-long celebration that highlights the importance of Rhode Island's shellfish to the state's economy and culture. Participating restaurants and markets will offer specials and deals.
• Age-Friendly Rhode Island is hosting a workshop, Tools for Managing your Health and Well-being, at 6 p.m. via Zoom. More information can be found here.

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You're all caught up on what's happening today in Woonsocket. We'll see you in your inbox tomorrow. Have a great day!

-Annie

About me: I grew up in Central Massachusetts and graduated from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and Harvard University. I am passionate about music and the arts, creative writing and literature, and topics of social and political justice.