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Potential Lawsuit in South Kingstown | Point Judith's Waters to Power Over 350,000 Homes with New Wind Farm

Issue #043

17 Nov

In this South Kingstown Insider Issue…

👉 Together We Can End Hunger 👈

👉 Petta Lake Photography 👈

📅 The Big Event List

🌤️ South Kingstown Weather

👮 Mistaken Car Theft Report Leads to Wrongful Arrest and Potential Lawsuit in South Kingstown

💨 Point Judith's Waters to Power Over 350,000 Homes with New Wind Farm

💰Rhode Island's Surplus Slides to $98M, Signaling Tighter Fiscal Times Ahead

🏫 RAMS Sports

🤔 South Kingstown Trivia

🏛️ Support South Kingstown Local Businesses

Fighting Hunger Together with the Rhode Island Community Food Bank

As the season of giving approaches, we're reaching out to our community for a collective effort to support the Rhode Island Community Food Bank.
Our goal is ambitious but attainable: we hope to raise $1,000 to aid in their crucial work.

The Food Bank is a cornerstone in the struggle against hunger, providing sustenance to over 63,000 residents of our state each month through a robust network of 140 partner agencies, including food pantries and various programs that feed the young and vulnerable.

Our commitment to eliminating hunger is steadfast, and we invite you to stand with us.

A donation of any amount can help move us toward a future where no Rhode Islander faces the uncertainty of their next meal.

Together, we can fortify our community and ensure that the pangs of hunger are met with the comfort of community care.

Thank You To

Anonymous
Karen Parente Vieira
Anonymous
Steve Maciel

For donating to the Rhode Island Community Food Bank

Petta Lake Photography

Nestled on Pettaquamscutt Lake in Saunderstown, Petta Lake Photography has been capturing life's special moments for 8 years. Founded by Anne Cooney, Petta Lake Photography brings 20+ years of photographic expertise to every session.

With a focus on clients' needs and providing complete satisfaction, Petta Lake Photography delivers exceptional portraits. Anne's enthusiasm shines whether photographing beloved pets, new additions to the family, or preserving memories at community events.

Giving back is also important to Petta Lake Photography. They have donated their services to the Animal Rescue League of Rhode Island, local neighborhood associations, and other area organizations.

This busy fall, Petta Lake Photography is taking their services on the road to artisan fairs on November 19th, 25th, and December 2nd. Photo sessions will be available at special reduced prices.

To schedule your photo session or learn more, contact Petta Lake Photography at 401-269-9838, email [email protected], or find them on Facebook and Instagram.

Let Petta Lake Photography capture life's special moments for you!

Upcoming Local Events

November 18
- PLSIA Artisan & Bake Fair @ PLSIA Clubhouse 9 AM - 2 PM
- St Francis Holiday Bazaar 9 AM - 3 PM
- Shelter Training @ Broad Rock Middle School 9 AM - 1 PM
- Native American Heritage in Canonchet Farm @ South County Museum 10 AM - 11:30 AM
- Local Author Ann Diorio Book Signing at Wakefield Books 10 AM - 12 PM
- The Mariner Marketplace @ Narragansett High School 10 AM - 3:30 PM
- Hand, Foot, and Paw Print Ornament Workshop @ Rebekah Cook Art 10 AM - 12 PM
- Women’s Health Day @ SK Recreation Center 1 PM - 3 PM
- Sixth Anniversary with Four Bridges Band @ Shaidzon 4 PM - 7 PM
- Izzy @ The Pub in Matunuck 4 PM - 7 PM
- Cross Rhode Blues @ Sons of Liberty 6 PM - 9 PM
- The Narrow River Band @ Pump House 7 PM
- Much Ado About Nothing @ Contemporary Theater Company 7 PM
- Tom Petty-Won’t Back Down @ Courthouse Center for the Arts 7:30 PM

Got an upcoming event you want us to share?

Mistaken Car Theft Report Leads to Wrongful Arrest and Potential Lawsuit in South Kingstown

Jonathan Garvey, 60, faces the possibility of suing South Kingstown following his wrongful detainment by police this summer.

Garvey, was mistakenly stopped and detained by police investigating a reported car theft.

The incident, which began at a yard sale and led to Garvey's unjust arrest, has resulted in his attorney, who is also his brother, demanding a $3 million settlement from the town for the emotional and physical distress caused.

Point Judith's Waters to Power Over 350,000 Homes with New Wind Farm

Rhode Island is undertaking a significant renewable energy project with the construction of a new offshore wind farm, expected to be 20 times larger than its first.

Located off Point Judith, the wind farm will consist of around 100 turbines generating 704 megawatts, enough to power more than 350,000 homes.

Governor Dan McKee's visit to the Quonset Business Park marked the beginning of the cable-laying process, a critical step in connecting the wind farm to the state’s power grid.

Managed by Orsted, the project is part of Rhode Island's commitment to a renewable energy future, with the turbines expected to be functional by late 2025.

Rhode Island's Surplus Slides to $98M, Signaling Tighter Fiscal Times Ahead

Rhode Island's state government is on course to finish the 2023-24 fiscal year with a $98 million surplus, a noticeable decline from the large surpluses of previous years, largely fueled by federal money and heightened tax income.

This forecast, based on recent spending and revenue updates, represents the smallest surplus since the pre-pandemic fiscal year of 2018-19.

The state budget has grown to about $14 billion, reflecting the influx of federal pandemic aid and increased state spending.

As Governor McKee prepares for the next budget cycle, fiscal discipline is advised, especially considering potential shortfalls and the cessation of FEMA reimbursements.

RAMS

Women's Basketball Hits the Road for Challenging Matchups

The University of Rhode Island's Women's Basketball team is set to face off in two away games.

The first is tonight against Brown University at 7 PM, with live coverage available on ESPN+. They then take on NC State on Sunday at 2 PM.

Fans can look forward to welcoming the team back home when they go up against Quinnipiac on Thursday, November 30th.

Men's Basketball Gears Up for Prestigious Tournament

The University of Rhode Island’s Men's basketball team is headed to the renowned "Hall of Fame Tip-Off" taking place at Mohegan Sun Arena.

They're slated to play Northwestern on Saturday at 2:30 PM, which can be watched live on ESPN+.

Sunday's game will see them against either Mississippi State or Washington State, with the game commencing at either 1 PM or 3:30 PM

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