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Green Giant Arborvitae Sale: Support SKLT | Traffic Alert: Newport Faces Street Closures

Issue #016

12 Oct

In this South Kingstown Insider Issue…

🎃 Partake in a Spooktacular 5K and Family Fall Festival on October 14th at South County YMCA in Wakefield, RI

📅 The Big Event List

🌤️ South Kingstown Weather

👉 Local Business Spotlight - Coming Soon

🌲 Green Giant Arborvitae Sale: Beautify Your Space and Support SKLT's Conservation Efforts This October at Greenwood Growers

🦪 Federal Funding to Fuel Research and Aid Sustainable Growth in Rhode Island’s Commercial Fishing Sector

🚧 Weekend Traffic Alert: Newport Faces Street Closures for Broadway Fair and Pell Bridge Run

🏫 South Kingstown High Sports

🤔 South Kingstown Trivia

🏛️ Support South Kingstown Local Businesses

Partake in a Spooktacular 5K and Family Fall Festival on October 14th at South County YMCA in Wakefield, RI

Immerse yourself in the enchanting colors of autumn while contributing to a noble cause at our inaugural Halloween-themed 5K Road Race and Family Fall Festival, commencing at 8:30 am from South County YMCA, 165 Broad Rock Rd, Wakefield, RI 02879. Our picturesque route unfolds amidst the vibrant fall foliage of Wakefield’s serene backroads.

But this event transcends a mere race; it's an invitation to tangibly impact our community. By participating, you directly facilitate the South County YMCA in saying "yes" to those in paramount need, with all race proceeds channeling into financial aid and scholarships, enabling access to vital programs, services, and resources for individuals and families alike. Your participation fortifies our community and underscores our inclusive mission. We promise a family-friendly and comfortably walkable event, offering more than just a race – it's an opportunity to galvanize communal spirit and amplify our capacity to welcome and aid all.

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Green Giant Arborvitae Sale: Beautify Your Space and Support SKLT's Conservation Efforts This October at Greenwood Growers

Tree sale at Greenwood Growers on the weekends of October 14-15 and 21-22 aims to support the South Kingstown Land Trust (SKLT) with all proceeds from the sales of $10, 18-24” 1-gallon Green Giant Arborvitae trees.

The event, running from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., is organized by longtime SKLT members Linda and Howland Green, specializing in cultivating evergreens known for their beauty and year-round carbon dioxide trapping and oxygen-producing capabilities.

The sales accept check or cash only, and specific directions and additional details can be obtained by contacting Howland Green directly or following signs to 242G Laurel Ln, West Kingston..

Federal Funding to Fuel Research and Aid Sustainable Growth in Rhode Island’s Commercial Fishing Sector

Rhode Island’s commercial fisheries and seafood sectors are significant contributors to the state, providing over 4,300 jobs and generating $420 million in economic impact.

To support and ensure the growth and sustainability of this sector, U.S. Senator Jack Reed has secured a $500,000 federal earmark for a comprehensive study by the Commercial Fisheries Research Foundation (CFRF) and the University of Rhode Island.

The study will tackle various challenges faced by commercial fishermen, such as climate change and ocean health issues. The funding will be utilized to modernize research initiatives, monitor marine species, implement squid jigging strategies, and continue removing ghost gear from Rhode Island waters.

Additionally, more local fishermen will be invited to participate in research initiatives, offering them a way to supplement their income. The earmark, part of the 2023 consolidated appropriations law, will be administered by the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

Weekend Traffic Alert: Newport Faces Street Closures for Broadway Fair and Pell Bridge Run

Broadway Street in Newport will experience closures from Gould Street through Washington Square on Saturday due to the Broadway Street Fair.

Additionally, a lane on the Pell Bridge will be closed on Sunday from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. to accommodate the Citizen's Bank Pell Bridge run, potentially impacting weekend travel in the area.

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South Kingstown High School Varsity

Upcoming home games for Varsity

Girls Tennis - October 12th, 4PM @ Broad Rock Middle School
Girls Volleyball - October 12th, 6PM @ South Kingstown High School
Boys Soccer - October 16th, 6PM@ Curtis Corner Middle School
Girls Volleyball - October 16th, 6:30PM @ South Kingstown High School

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