Vaccine Clinic For Kids + PPP Fraud + $15-Per-Hour Minimum Wage

Happy Wednesday, Woonsocket!

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In today's Daily, we share the latest news about a Woonsocket vaccine clinic for kids, a case of PPP fraud, a bill that would raise Rhode Island's minimum wage to $15-per hour, the state's COVID-19 case levels, and the University of Rhode Island requiring on-campus students to get the COVID-19 vaccine.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. Temps: High of 83° & Low of 55°.

Here are the top five stories in Woonsocket today:

1. A vaccine clinic for children is scheduled for Thursday at Monsignor Gadoury Elementary School in Woonsocket. Local school districts said they are currently interested in sending approximately 350 kids to the clinic. (The Woonsocket Call)

2. A Massachusetts man has pleaded guilty to PPP fraud in Rhode Island court. David Adler Staveley and his partner were the first people in the country to be accused of fraud related to federal coronavirus relief funds. (Patch)

3. Rhode Island is on its way to approving $15-per-hour minimum wage in a bill that has been sent to Gov. Dan McKee's desk to be signed. The proposed law would gradually raise the minimum wage by about $1 per year until it reaches $15 per hour in 2025. (Patch)

4. Rhode Island's COVID-19 case levels have reached record lows, nearly having all three indicators at the safe threshold. (Patch)

5. The University of Rhode Island announced Tuesday that it will require students to get a COVID-19 vaccine before returning to campus in the fall. (Patch)

Happenings and Events in Woonsocket:

• Rhode Island Quahog Week began Monday, a week-long celebration that highlights the importance of Rhode Island's shellfish to the state's economy and culture. Participating restaurants and markets will offer specials and deals.
• Lops Brewing is hosting Lops Bingo Night from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Bingo cards are free with the purchase of a full pour or flight and winners will get to choose from a selection of prizes.

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You're all caught up on what's happening today in Woonsocket. We'll see you in your inbox tomorrow. Have a great day!

-Annie

About me: I grew up in Central Massachusetts and graduated from the University of Massachusetts Amherst and Harvard University. I have lived, worked, and studied in Boston for the last five years and cover stories in Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. I am passionate about music and the arts, creative writing and literature, and topics of social and political justice.