Woonsocket Mass Vaccination Site To Slow + Reopening Rhode Island

Happy Saturday, Woonsocket!

Welcome to the Woonsocket Patch Daily — the quickest way to get caught up on the biggest news and events happening in town.

In today's Daily, we share the latest news about the slowing of Woonsocket's mass vaccination site, the reopening of Rhode Island businesses, dozens of cats up for adoption in Woonsocket, potential COVID-19 test result delays this weekend, and a case of vandalism in North Smithfield.

First, today's weather:

Mostly cloudy, with a chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Temps: High of 89° & low of 64°.

Here are the top five stories in Woonsocket today:

1. The state-run mass vaccination site in Woonsocket will begin to slow operations next weekend. It is one of the first sites in the state to do so. (Patch)

2. Rhode Island entered its final phase of reopening yesterday, eliminating most restrictions for businesses. The state is now the closest it has been to "normal" since the start of the pandemic. (Patch)

3. Dozens of cats are up for adoption at the Woonsocket Animal Control Facility after they were seized from one woman's apartment. Jane Marie Felix, 58, was booked on one count of animal cruelty on Wednesday. (The Woonsocket Call)

4.The Rhode Island Department of Health is reminding residents that COVID-19 test results may be delayed this weekend. They delay is a result of the system being down for maintenance on Monday. (NBC 10)

5. Three people have been arrested in connection with vandalizing property at the old Dr. Harry L. Halliwell Memorial School in North Smithfield. (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. For more information and a list of participating restaurants, click here.
• Papo's Pub is hosting Saturday Karaoke from 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. The event is organized by WRIK Entertainment and is open to the public.
• The Boys and Girls Club in Woonsocket is hosting a Family Health Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thundermist Health Center will be offering dental sealants for kids and COVID-19 vaccines for children ages 12 and older. Register for the fair here.

-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.