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🏥 Tragic Mishap Outside South County YMCA | 🌊 Severe Storms Lead to Unprecedented Erosion | 🏫 South Kingstown Town Council to Host Public Hearings

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In this South Kingstown Insider Issue…

👉 We Want To Spotlight Your Business! 👈

📅 The Big Event List

🌤️ South Kingstown Weather

🏥 Tragic Mishap Outside South County YMCA Leads to Three Hospitalized

🌊 Severe Storms Lead to Unprecedented Erosion Along Rhode Island's Southern Shore

🏫 South Kingstown Town Council to Host Public Hearings on Capital Improvements and Rental Registration

🐏 RAMS Sports

🏀 South Kingstown High School Sports

🤔 South Kingstown Trivia

📍Support South Kingstown Local Businesses

Tragic Mishap Outside South County YMCA Leads to Three Hospitalized

An elderly person in a wheelchair was hit and injured by a truck in the South County YMCA parking lot. The incident, caused by the elderly driver's accidental acceleration, resulted in three YMCA members being hospitalized. The YMCA of Greater Providence CEO highlighted the YMCA's efforts to support affected staff and members, while the police are investigating the accident.
Minimal damage was reported to the YMCA building

Severe Storms Lead to Unprecedented Erosion Along Rhode Island's Southern Shore

Recent storms have led to severe erosion along Rhode Island's coast, the worst since Superstorm Sandy, according to coastal geologist Janet Freedman. The damage includes eroded beaches, destroyed roads, and damaged infrastructure in South Kingstown, Westerly, Narragansett, and Charlestown. The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management is concerned about the vulnerability of coastal homes and businesses to future storms, particularly in areas like Sand Hill Cove where natural barriers have eroded.
While some natural recovery is expected, the long-term outlook is concerning due to the anticipated increase in storm frequency and intensity.

South Kingstown Town Council to Host Public Hearings on Capital Improvements and Rental Registration

On January 22, 2024, the South Kingstown Town Council is set to conduct public hearings on two major issues: the Capital Improvement Program and the Rental Registration. A work session on Rental Registration is scheduled before the hearing. These sessions, to be held at the Town Council Chambers in Wakefield, offer a platform for public involvement in the town's developmental and housing policies.

Upcoming Local Events

Thursday - January 18

Friday - January 19

Saturday - January 20

Sunday - January 21

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RAMS

Men’s Basketball
Rhode Island 64, St. Bonaventure 99
St. Bonaventure dominated Rhode Island in a 99-64 victory, ending the Rams' four-game winning streak and handing them their first Atlantic 10 loss. St. Bonaventure's strong first half, aided by Rhode Island's turnovers, set the tone for the game. Charles Pride and Daryl Banks III led the scoring for St. Bonaventure, which maintained its lead throughout, peaking at 45 points.

The Men’s next game will be away against Dayton on Saturday, January 20th at 12:30 PM. This game will be on USA.

Women’s Basketball
Rhode Island 55, Fordham 44
Rhode Island's women's basketball team triumphed over Fordham with a 55-44 win, spurred by a critical 17-0 run between the second and third quarters and robust defense. Tenin Magassa's performance in the second quarter and a solid start to the second half were key to URI's victory, despite Fordham's late-game efforts to close the gap.

The next Women’s game will be home against Saint Joseph’s on Sunday, January 21st at 12 PM. This game will be streamed on ESPNU.

REBELS

Boy’s Basketball

The Rebels Boys Basketball next game will be home game against Providence Country Day on Thursday, January 18th at 5 PM

Girls Basketball

The Rebels Girls Basketball next game will be away against Portsmouth on Friday, January 19th at 6 PM

Please Support Our Local South Kingstown Community Businesses

Island Deli Sandwich Shop is a small locally owned restaurant specializing in freshly made deli sandwiches, wraps and breakfast sandwiches.

Order Online at theislanddeliri.com

Rebekah Cook Art and Paint Your Own Pottery Studio is a creative space for all ages and abilities to explore their artistic talents. Come and have some fun with friends and family as a walk-in at the paint your own pottery studio or schedule a special event.

🤔 South Kingstown Trivia

Yesterday’s question: What river’s power was harnessed to power the looms in Peace Dale’s mill?
Answer: Saugatucket River

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