🌱 Car Thief At Large + Hollywood R.I.+ School Bus Drivers Strike

Woonsocket RI

08 December, 2021

8:23 PM

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Hey Woonsocket: As you may know, Amazon Web Services experienced an outage on Tuesday that affected the Woonsocket Daily. Some of you might have received a late newsletter on Wednesday, or no newsletter at all. Please know this was unfortunately beyond our control, but know that we are fully back in business! — Kathleen Stoddart First, today's weather: Clouds giving way to some sun. High: 40 Low: 27. Here are the top stories in Woonsocket today: A suspect is still on the loose after leading police through a high-speed 42-mile chase in a stolen vehicle. A Woonsocket police report states the pursuit started after an officer ran the registration of a 2018 White Hyundai Tucson, that was pulled over on the side of the road near the Woonsocket Municipal parking lot. The suspect did not heed the officer and instead, drove off beginning the high-speed chase. There is no further information shared at this time. (WLNE-TV (ABC6)) " Hocus Pocus 2" will continue filming in RI until Christmas. Friday evening through Saturday morning, it will be filming on Federal Hill. Crews have been building sets around the state since October. (Turn to 10)A strike has been authorized for bus drivers across the state. General Teamsters Local 251 shared on its Facebook page that bus drivers, monitors, and aides are prepared to send a "loud and clear message" to First Student and Durham School Services as they continue their fight for fair wages, benefits, and better working conditions. It is unclear whether employees, not within the union may strike in sympathy. The union has been practicing in Smithfield. (ABC 6) Today's Woonsocket Daily is brought to you in part by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez today. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) Today in Woonsocket: Stadium Theatre hosts Divas of Drag tonight (7:30 pm)Southwicks Zoo's Festival of Illumination runs now thru Christmas. It is New England's largest and premier lantern showcase. (5:30 pm)Slater Park, Pawtucket hosts Winter Wonderland. It's a 30-acre Christmas display located within Slater Park making it the largest Christmas display in all of Rhode Island.Holiday Lights Spectacular at Roger Williams Park Zoo in Providence — a new walk-through experience. Select nights through January 2, 2022, for an amazing light display, featuring larger-than-life luminous displays and over 3 million illuminated lights. Tickets are timed-entry and available for purchase online only. (5 - 9 p.m.) From my notebook: Blackstone River Valley National Historical Park is seeking a Science Communication Assistant. This internship is ideal for someone who is passionate about science and connecting with people. (Facebook) Woonsocket Historical Society shares that during the late 1950's, Woonsocket built 3 new elementary schools, Bernon Heights, Citizens Memorial, and Globe Park. As a result of their opening, many neighborhood schools were closed and either torn down or repurposed. (Facebook) Woonsocket Parks & Recreation shares that Basketball Registrations are filling up. If you are interested do not delay much longer. Space is limited. (Facebook) Woonsocket Harris Public Library has its Holiday Book Sale at the Library from Dec. 13th through Dec. 30th during normal business hours. (Facebook) RI Hospitality Association offers FREE RIPTA BUS PASSES to member businesses to share with their staff. A monthly RIPTA pass costs riders $70. Offering free monthly bus passes is a great way to help employees secure reliable transportation. (Facebook) Woonsocket Harris Public Library: Time for Tunes-N-Tales Two for Tuesday on December 14 at 10 am join on Zoom. Have the app installed on your device then email [email protected] so they can send you the code. (Instagram) Loving the Woonsocket Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Send me a news tip or suggestion at [email protected] That's it for today! See you all tomorrow morning for your next update. Your neighbor, Kathleen Stoddart.