South Kingstown's Dog Park Open, Over 100 Bridges in 'Poor' Condition, Shop Local

Issue #069

22 Dec

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📅 The Big Event List

🌤️ South Kingstown Weather

🐕 Use at Your Own Risk: South Kingstown's Dog Park Now Open

🌉 Over 100 Rhode Island Bridges in 'Poor' Condition, Echoing Washington Bridge's Plight

🚙 Middle Schoolers in South Kingstown Turn Art into a Message Against Impaired Driving

🏫 RAMS Sports

🏀 South Kingstown High School Sports

🤔 South Kingstown Trivia

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Use at Your Own Risk: South Kingstown's Dog Park Now Open

After a period of closure based on RIDEM's recommendations, South Kingstown has reopened its dog park.
However, dog owners are advised to use the park at their own risk, adhering to ongoing RIDEM advice to avoid dog parks and other areas where dogs can congregate and interact closely.

Over 100 Rhode Island Bridges in 'Poor' Condition, Echoing Washington Bridge's Plight

An analysis of federal bridge data indicates that Rhode Island faces significant infrastructure challenges, with at least 119 bridges currently in poor condition, a number that increases to nearly 170 when including smaller structures. This represents about 15% of the state's bridges, including the westbound Washington Bridge, which was recently closed due to the risk of collapse.
Despite improvements since 2016, Rhode Island still struggles with its transportation infrastructure, evidenced by a large number of bridges not inspected in recent years. While most bridges are rated as fair or good, the prevalence of those in poor condition is a concern.

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Rhode Island Bridge Conditions

Rhode Island Bridge Conditions 2023
Map from WPRI

Middle Schoolers in South Kingstown Turn Art into a Message Against Impaired Driving

Students at Broad Rock Middle School in South Kingstown have been engaging in a door-decorating competition for the last ten years to raise awareness about impaired driving.
This year, they paid tribute to Ryan Bourque, a police officer who lost his life to a drunk driver.
The project, initiated by Martha Barbera in memory of her niece, also a victim, serves as an educational tool for middle schoolers to understand the impact of drunk driving.
Ryan's mother, Lee Bourque, praised the students' efforts and emphasized the importance of responsible celebration, especially during holidays.

RAMS

Men’s Basketball
In a challenging matchup at The Ryan Center, the University of Rhode Island Rams were defeated 81-71 by the New Hampshire Wildcats, marking their fifth consecutive loss.
The game started with New Hampshire taking an early lead, which was briefly overturned by Rhode Island.
The Rams struggled with turnovers and shooting accuracy, particularly in the final minutes of each half, allowing New Hampshire to maintain control. Despite a strong performance from Zek Montgomery, Rhode Island was unable to close the gap, ultimately conceding the game to New Hampshire.

The Men’s next game will be home against New Hampshire on Saturday, December 30th at 1 PM, This game will be streamed on ESPN+.

Women’s Basketball
In a dominant performance, the Rhode Island Rams secured a 97-53 victory against Le Moyne. The Rams' defense was particularly effective, limiting Le Moyne to only eight field goals in the first half and establishing a significant lead by halftime. Key contributions from guards Teisha Hyman and Dee Dee Davis were instrumental in maintaining the Rams' lead throughout the game, with Le Moyne unable to close the significant scoring gap.

Next game will be home against Harvard on Thursday, December 28th at 6 PM, This game will be streamed on ESPN+.

REBELS

Boy’s Basketball

Next Rebels Boy’s Basketball game will be away against Scituate on Friday, December 22nd at 7 PM

Girls Basketball
South Kingstown 40, North Kingstown 51

The Rebels Girls Basketball next game will be home against Westerly on Wednesday, December 27th at 8 PM

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