The Coventry Senior Band will Play at Greene Public Library on October 1 from 4-6PM. Don’t miss this entertaining band at Greene Library Farmer’s Market! Enjoy oldies, country classics and more!
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AARP CHAPTER 2210 PORTLAND SYMPHONY’S “THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS” TRIP
AARP 2210 is sponsoring a trip to see Portland Symphony’s “The Magic of Christmas” on December 15. The trip includes lunch at Boon’s Restaurant, orchestra seat at Portland Symphony’s “The Magic of Christmas” & motorcoach transportation. Cost is $185/person. Call Maureen, 828-5188 or Anne, 263-4274 for reservations or for more information.
THE PAWTUXET VALLEY PRESERVATION & HISTORICAL SOCIETY PRESENTS...
The Pawtuxet Valley Preservation & Historical Society, 1679 Main Street in West Warwick, will host John Kostrzewa on September 28, at 2PM. As author of “Walking Rhode Island”, a regular feature in The Sunday Providence Journal, he will share stories and images from his explorations of the geological features, wildlife and historical landmarks in our state. Public is invited. No charge.
MEDICAL EQUIPMENT
In need of medical equipment? The following locations are good resources: Robert J. Allen Masonic Medical Equipment Distribution Center, 116 Long Street in Warwick (across from St. Rose & Clement Church). Open Fridays from 9AM-12PM, pre-owned equipment - loaned at no cost. 451-0184. Ocean State Center for Independent Living, 1944 Warwick Avenue in Warwick. In need of wheelchairs, grab bars, walkers, transport chairs, toilets, wheelchair ramp, etc.? Call 738-1013, Ext. 13 or visit www.oscil.org Coventry-West Greenwich Lions, 8217219 or 392-3063.
VASA ORDER OF AMERICA ANNUAL STEAK FRY FUNDRAISER
RI District #3 Vasa Order of America, will hold their Annual Steak Fry Fundraiser on September 28 at 5PM at Little Rhody Vasa Park, 10 Boswell Trail in Foster. Donation is $30/adult & $5/child (children’s menu). Enjoy a 4-course dinner featuring a 12 ounce Choice Sirloin provided by Butcher Brothers of RI. Reservations needed by September 25. Call Linda Johnson at 486-4398.
MEDICARE EXPLAINED AT GREENE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Medicare Explained at Greene Public Library on October 1 at 6PM. Join Ed Collins from American Senior Benefits as he explains Medicare enrollment, how to avoid penalties and more. Get your questions answered now as the 2025 enrollment deadline is October 15. Please call 397-3873 to register.
CORNERSTONE OF FAITH UMC HARVEST BREAKFAST
Cornerstone of Faith UMC, 1081 Main Street, Coventry, will hold a Harvest Breakfast on October 5 from 8-11AM. Enjoy ham & beans, bacon, home fries & apple crisp. Cost is $8/adult, $4/child (ages 5-10), under 5 are guests of the church.
Leave Nothing to Chance
AARP CHAPTER 2210 ATLANTIC CITY TRIP
VOLUNTEERS OF KENT COUNTY OFFERS ENGLISH
LESSONS
Learn to speak, read & write English. Enroll in Literacy Volunteers of Kent County’s free learning program. In just a few hours per week, you can improve your English skills in speaking, reading and writing. You will be paired with a Tutor who will instruct you, one-on-one according to your individual needs. Lessons are scheduled at your convenience and all information exchanged remains confidential. Please call 822-9103 or email lvkc@coventrylibrary.org for more information.
AARP Chapter 2210 has planned a trip to Resorts Casino Hotel in Atlantic City from January 5-7. The Tour includes 2 nights accommodations, 2 meal credits (up to $20 value each) & $20 slot play. Bus pickup from the Exit 19 Park & Ride on Hopkins Hill Road at 7AM, return time is approximately 6PM. Cost is $299/person (double occupancy), $279/person (triple occupancy) or $399/ person (single occupancy). For more information call Maureen at 828-5188 or Anne at 263-4272.
WEST WARWICK FOOD CUPBOARD
The West Warwick Assistance Agency operates a food cupboard at 1293 Main Street serving all West Warwick residents living at or below three times the federal poverty level. We are open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10AM-2PM, unless there is a town-wide parking ban in effect. We offer standard amounts of core groceries based on household size as well as self serve selections of produce, bread and assorted other noncore grocery items we have on hand. If you have any questions, feel free to call us at 828-0310, and no appointment is necessary to visit our facility.
COINS! Local Coin Collector looking to buy some coins, or call me and I can give you an idea of what your coins are worth. 60-Year Coventry resident. My house, your house or Library. A Collector, not a Dealer. Call Mark, 556-4703.
AKC GERMAN
WANTED: Antiques and collectibles. Moving or just cleaning out? We pay more for your old jewelry, glassware, furniture, pottery, clocks, paintings, military items, crocks, post cards, cameras, photos, old coins, etc. For prompt and courteous service call Bill, 821-0381.
SHEPHERDS: Black/black and sable. Come with first shots and lots of love! $950. Call/text 401-216-6733. Yard Sales
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HERBAL PLACE ADD &
ADHD Natural Treatment: Call an expert! Inexpensive treatment for children & adults. Call 378-3580. $10 OFF 1st appointment.
CLEANUPS: Attics, cellars, garages, buildings, yards, leaves. Some cleanouts for content. Anything hauled away. Very reasonable. Reliable service! Free estimates. Call for your small moving needs. Lic. #37379/Insured. 30 Years of reliable service. 397-2781 or 741-2781.
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YARD CLEAN-UPS & Grass Mowing: Starting my own business. Very reasonable. Senior Citizens’ Discount. Free estimates. Please call 585-8128.
LANAI SET: Practically brand new! Large glass table with 4 high rise chairs, patio couch & chair. $350. Call 919-2507. LARGE YARD/ESTATE SALE! 54 Leuba Road, Coventry: September 28, 8AM-2PM. Furniture, kitchenware, collectibles featuring Annalee dolls, Kitty Cucumber music boxes, Cat’s Meow Village, Bradford Exchange plates, garden decor, etc.!
FIREWOOD FOR SALE: JW Studley & Sons. Cut & split seasoned wood. $250/cord. Est. 1982. Not a fly by night! 641-0212.
CLASSIFIED DEADLINE IS FRIDAY AT 4PM
OLD COINS WANTED: Indian $.01 & Buffalo $.05, Silver Dollars. High prices! 946-1070.
LAWNS CUT & TRIMMED: $35 Average. Free estimates. Senior Citizens’ Discount. Weekly/Bi-weekly. Call/ Text Sal at 855-9028. Leave message.
MAKE YOUR CLASSIFIED POP with a splash of color! For only $1.50 extra, you can draw more attention to your ad.
70 GLENDALE DRIVE, West Warwick: Saturday, September 28, 9AM-2PM. Consolidating two households. Lots of brand new items.
MULTI FAMILY! 34 Bramble Lane, West Warwick: September 28, 9AM-2PM. Household, tools, fishing, clothing & much more. Rain date October 5.
22 CHANDLER DRIVE, Coventry: Saturday, September 28, 8AM-1PM. A little of everything. Rain date Sunday, September 29.
NORTH ROAD TERRACE TENANT’S ASSOCIATION ANNUAL YARD SALE: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 & SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 8AM-2PM. 1000 MULHEARN DRIVE, COVENTRY, INSIDE BUILDING “C.” BOOKS TO CHINA, SMALL APPLIANCES TO DECORATIVE ITEMS, HOUSEWARES, MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND MUCH MORE.
292 TRIPPS CORNER ROAD, Exeter: September 28, 8AM-1PM. Sports cards, books, household, decorations. Rain date September 29
MOVING! 612 Knotty Oak Road, Coventry: September 27, 28 & 29, 8AM-3PM.
ESTATE & BARN SALE! 106 Old Plainfield Pike, Foster: Saturday, September 28, 10AM4PM. Collectibles Salmon Falls and Monroe pottery, vintage porcelain dolls, jewelry, craft items, two Trek bikes, two kayaks and paddles. Cash sales only.
HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (HEAP)
Have trouble paying your heating bill? The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) helps income eligible families pay their heating bills. The HEAP is a Primary Grant that is sent directly to your utility company or fuel provider, and it will be credited on your bill. You don’t need to have an unpaid bill, you can either rent or own your home, and must meet current gross income guidelines. Please call 732-4660, Ext. 175 for more information.
PROJECT FRIENDS
Project Friends is a State of RI licensed community based day service program developed in 1992 for adults with developmental disabilities. Each individual has a plan that offers choices of activities which build independence, adult daily living skills, socialization, self-esteem and confidence. Participants are supported by case aides. If you would like more information about Project Friends, please feel free to call Marlena or Lisa at 822-9144.
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COVENTRY SENIOR CENTER WEDNESDAY BINGO
The Coventry Resource & Senior Center, 50 Wood Street, Coventry, will once again hold Bingo on Wednesdays from 1:30-4PM. The cost is $6 for 8 games. Please note that prizes have gone up as well as adding an additional Special & Quickie. You must be 18 years or older to play.
DO YOU WANT TO LEARN TO KNIT?
If you knit or you would like to learn, join the Knitting Group at the Coventry Senior Center, 50 Wood Street, Coventry. The group meets on Wednesday mornings at 9:30AM. This is a great way to socialize and make new friends.
AARP CHAPTER 2210 FOLIAGE IN THE WHITE MOUNTAINS TOUR AARP
Chapter 2210 has planned a Foliage in the White Mountains Tour on October 3. You will enjoy lunch at the White Mountain Hotel, have time to browse the village of North Conway, then continue along the Kancamagus Highway through the White Mountains. Bus pickup from the Exit 19 Park & Ride on Hopkins Hill Road at 7AM, return time is approximately 7:30PM. Cost is $129/person. For more information call Maureen at 828-5188 or Anne at 263-4274.
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP AT COVENTRY SENIOR CENTER
The Coventry Resource & Senior Center, 50 Wood Street, Coventry will host a Grief Support Group on Tuesdays from 1-3PM. Please call 822-9175 to add your name.
Project Linus of RI invites you to participate in their Fall Blanket Making Day from 10:30AM-1:30PM on October 5 at William Hall Library, 1825 Broad Street, Cranston. Join Project Linus to learn to make a blanket, knot, crochet, and/or tie fleece and meet other “Blanketeers”. Bring along a sewing machine if you’re making a quilt or want to start a new project with provided materials. Snacks provided. Project Linus is a 100% volunteer non-profit organization. For more information email Martha at esholes@aol.com
WEST WARWICK PUBLIC LIBRARY COMMUNITY NEEDS PANTRY
The West Warwick Public Library, 1043 Main Street, West Warwick has a free Community Needs Pantry set up near the front entrance. Please take what you need! If you would like to donate, leave what you can (non-perishables only please). The Pantry is in need of milk (all kinds), cereal, oatmeal, peanut butter & toilet paper. For more information, call 828-3750.
COVENTRY RESOURCE & SENIOR CENTER OFFERS FREE NOTARY SERVICE
The Coventry Resource & Senior Center, 50 Wood Street, Coventry, offers free Notary Services to Coventry residents. Please call 822-9175 to ensure a Notary is available for you.
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All meals include milk, coffee or tea, bread/margarine
RICHARD J. PIZZI Electrical Contractor: 550 Providence Street, West Warwick. Residential Wiring (home repairs). No job too small. A145, insured. 580-8803.
FACSIMILE SERVICE
THE REMINDER’S FAX SERVICE. Now you can send or receive letters, statements, invoices, etc. in seconds by using The Reminder Fax Service. Want more details? Call The Reminder and ask about our fax: 821-2216. Fax Number: 732-3110. To Send: $3.00 (+tax) for the first page, $1.00 for every additional page. To receive: 75¢ ea. page (+tax).
FENCE INSTALLATION & REPAIR
VENTURA FENCE CO., INC.: Serving Rhode Island since 1975 for all your fencing needs. Insured. RI Reg #7260. Call anytime 821-7200.
K.C. FENCE CO.: There’s no job too big or too small... We do them all! Specializing in all types of fencing. In business for over 40 years. RI Reg. #15748. Insured. 397-5076.
FINANCIAL SERVICES
MOFFITT & ASSOCIATES, LLC.: Financial Services and Investments, Retirement Planning and 401K rollovers. www.moffittassociates.com
1260 Main St. (Rte. 117), Coventry (401) 828-0097.
HOME IMPROVEMENTS
LEWIS & CLARKE ENTERPRISES, INC.: New homes, additions, garages, kitchens, bathrooms, family rooms, roofs, and repairs. 345-3227. RI Reg. #5646.
LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE & CONSTRUCTION ALL SEASONS LAWNCARE, INC.: Full Service Landscape Maintenance and Construction Company. Now doing walkways, patios & firepits. 732-7993. RI Reg. #43492.
PEST CONTROL
WINFIELD TERMITE & PEST CONTROL: All your pest needs. 821-7800.
KENT COUNTY PEST CONTROL, LLC: Residential and Commercial. Certified in Industrial, Structural and Health Related Pest Control. 100% Guaranteed. 401-569-0212.
PLUMBING & HEATING
JOHN P. KEOGH PLUMBING & DRAIN CLEANING: Electric sewer rooter service. Master Plumber Lic. #1881. 401-862-8810.
A GOOD PLUMBER: Plumbing, heating, drain cleaning. 808-2284. RI Lic. #MP002399. MA Lic. #30436.
COAST TO COAST POWER WASHING: Everything residential. When quality and service matter. Who wants to pressure wash on their day off? Save yourself time. Call this week! Complete satisfaction guaranteed. Free price quotes. Ken, 401-413-0547. 20% OFF WITH THIS AD! RI Reg. #GC47967.
RATES & DEADLINE FOR AT YOUR SERVICE
$8.00 PER WEEK for 10 words (25¢ each add. word) Min. 1 Month. Deadline: Last Thursday of each month for ads starting the following month. Mail or bring your ad to The Reminder, 1944 Warwick Ave., Warwick, RI 02889. Phone: (401) 821-2216. Fax: (401) 732-3110.
ROOFING INSTALLATION & REPAIRS: Also gutters cleaned and leaf guards installed. Call 397-8729 or 749-1315 for a free estimate.
SEPTIC SYSTEMS
TLC SEPTIC SYSTEMS: Design & Installation, Foundation Digging, Land Clearing & Grading. Class 1 License. Registered Contractor. Free Estimates. Call 392-3300 or visit www.tlcrhodeisland.com.
TAX SERVICES
VICTOR MOFFITT & CO., INC.: Bookkeeping, Tax Services for individuals and businesses, 40 years experience. 1260 Main St. (Rte. 117), Coventry. 828-2155. www.victormoffittandco.com
This handy directory lists businesses by category. If you don’t see your category, we will happily add it for you. Call The Reminder at 401-821-2216 for
Can Your Home Withstand a Natural Disaster?
(StatePoint) With the frequency of natural disasters on the rise, it’s a good idea to think about the components of your house and whether they are built to withstand wicked weather.
Fortunately, manufacturers are stepping up to the plate to create home building products that are stronger and more reliable in the face of hurricanes, wildfires and other disasters. Here’s how you can take advantage of these innovations:
Roofing
If you’re building a home or reroofing your current property, be sure to talk to your contractor about what roofing products they are using, and ask about
innovative steel products bestsuited for your region. Whether you live in a hurricane-prone coastal community or in the path of wildfires, steel roofing can offer additional protection for your home. Steel roofs are non-combustible, have wind-resistant components and can help mitigate the risk of fire damage from chimneys, fire pits or wildfires.
In particular, U. S. Steel’s COASTALUME steel is engineered and warranted for coastal environments to bring an enhanced level of performance and protection against high concentrations of ultraviolet rays, excessive heat and rainfall, sea salt spray and hurricane-force winds.
COASTALUME combines Tedlar
PVF film, which offers improved flexibility and impact resistance with licensed GALVALUME steel, which provides excellent long-term durability, strength and corrosion resistance to protect a building’s roof and walls for decades. To learn more, visit ussteel.com.
Strong Windows
For optimal protection, you’ll want to ensure that your windows exceed your state and county’s strictest codes and requirements and are made from materials that will not only make a big difference during weather events, but also improve your everyday comfort and safety. For example, hurricane-impact windows that can withstand highspeed impacts typically offer more soundproofing than standard windows, dimming the roar of your neighbor’s early morning lawnmowing. They also make forced entry more difficult, providing an additional layer of security. And for those in wildfire prone areas, dual pane tempered glass windows provide protection against flames and embers while offering enhanced insulation, a great benefit in extreme temperatures. During key times of year, install storm shutters or
fire-rated shutters as an additional safety barrier.
Flooring
Just as your house’s exterior can benefit from the right materials, so too can your interiors. If you live in a coastal or other flood-prone area, traditional hardwood flooring is probably not the right choice for your ground floor or basement, as it can be prone to mildew, mold and warping. Instead, opt for newer flooring material options, such as vinyl meant to mimic the look and feel of real hardwood or engineered hardwood, made of composite materials with a thin, treated hardwood layer. Likewise, fire-resistant flooring can reduce the spread of flames through your home when every second counts. Thanks to the array of beautiful design options that are available today, popular fire-resistant choices include stone and concrete.
By relying on the latest engineering innovations, you can help safeguard your property from top to bottom.
Transfer switches installed. Master Electrician. RI #A4602. Insured. Call Jay, 826-2826.
Prevent Home Electrical Fires DIY?
reduce the risk of electrical fires at home.
Conduct a home electrical inspection. All homes more than 40 years old should be inspected to ensure their electrical systems can handle modern demands, says Nationwide. A qualified electrician can make recommendations regarding replacing breakers and suggest other modifications to improve safety.
• Rely on timers or smart devices. Timers and smart home devices can give homeowners control of electrical components like appliances or lights from a remote area. This enables users to turn an appliance on or off to reduce overheating or avoid additional risk factors for electrical fires.
• Install arc fault circuit interrupters. AFCIs are special types of circuit breakers that help prevent fires caused by nicked or frayed wiring. An AFCI gets tripped and cuts off power when an electrical problem is detected before a fire can start. In 2022, the National Electric Code started requiring AFCIs in bedrooms, and by 2017 they have been mandated throughout homes.
• Utilize a monitor. Ting from Whisker Labs monitors a home’s electrical network using a smart plug-in sensor that is designed to detect hazards. The company indicates micro-arcs and sparks that develop are precursors to electrical fires.
• Turn to automatic shut-offs. Homeowners can utilize appliances and additional devices that automatically shut off after a set period of time. This can reduce the risk of overheating.
• Don’t go DIY. Choosing to work with a professional electrician rather than doing electrical work oneself can help reduce electrical fire risk considerably. Electricians know how to work on electrical systems safely to prevent damage to wires and components, and also safeguard themselves against shock.
Risk for electrical fires at home can be reduced with technology and other strategies.
ELECTRICIAN:
DIY? Why It Pays to Hire Contractors
A sense of pride comes from a successful do-it-yourself home improvement project. However, quite often inexperience and time constraints lead homeowners to turn to professional contractors to make sure jobs get done correctly and on time. Allied Market Research reported in 2021 that the home improvement services market is predicted to reach $585.3 billion by 2030. The following are some reasons why renovation-minded homeowners benefit from the services of professionals.
• Tasks can be overwhelming: A home remodel is a large undertaking with many different steps. Contractors who have been around the block a time or two understand how to organize and manage time to get the job done. Plus, they’re devoting all of their attention and time toward the remodel when on the job. This differs from when a do-it-yourselfer tries to work on a remodel in between other responsibilities.
• Network of suppliers: A good general contractor will have a list
of material suppliers he or she routinely uses. Often contractors become preferred sellers, which means they get a lower wholesale rate, and will often pass those savings on to the customer.
• Licensed and bonded protection: Licensed and bonded contractors not only have the skills for the job, they have insurance protection behind them. Therefore, if an injury occurs or the job goes awry, the homeowner will be protected from liability. A license means the contractor will have to uphold licensing standards, which could mean staying current on trade practices and skills.
• Expertise: Experienced contractors have done the work they have been hired to do many times, which means their skills are fine-tuned. Knowing the correct way to do a job results in fewer errors (and thus fewer repairs), shorter time periods to get the work done, and potentially lower costs overall.
• Frees up time: Homeowners who hire out for remodels can utilize their time in other ways, such as on the job or spending time with family.
• Reduces stress: Putting the work in capable hands means homeowners do not have to educate themselves about how to do the task, purchase tools, prevent injuries, and/or deal with potentially negative outcomes. Certainly having extra people in the house can be challenging, but it may not equal the stress caused by tackling a job on one’s own.
There are many advantages to hiring contractors to renovate a home instead of taking the DIY route.
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Rock Steady Boxing — East Greenwich
Fighting back against Parkinson’s
For many people, the face of Parkinson’s Disease has been that of Michael J. Fox, an actor and activist who has been waging a public battle with Parkinson’s for over 30 years. His efforts have been credited for raising both money and awareness of the disease.
But for those who live with this neurological movement disorder in less visible ways, the face of Parkinson’s is someone closer to home. Those living with Parkinson’s locally will find an advocate and champion in Carolyn Kosiba-Quiterio.
Carolyn Kosiba-Quiterio is a certified Rock Steady Boxing coach and the owner of Rock Steady Boxing — East Greenwich (RSBEG). She opened this unique and closely regulated gym in 2019 where today she works
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tirelessly to support a closeknit community of adults who have Parkinson’s Disease. Carolyn is dedicated and dynamic, enthusiastic and energetic, but she is also highly trained in the methods and practices of this specific type of workout.
What exactly is Rock Steady Boxing? RSBEG is part of a nationwide affiliation of specialized gyms which use physical exercise to help mitigate and slow the progression of the symptoms of Parkinson’s. RSBEG and other affiliated gyms offer non-contact, boxingstyle fitness programs that “improve the quality of life, sense of efficacy and self-worth” of those living with the disease. The gym’s comprehensive website explains that these intense exercise programs have been proven to dramatically improve the ability of people with
Parkinson’s to live independent lives. The mission is clear, the results can be life-changing.
A tour of the gym reveals where this mission unfolds. When you enter RSBEG, you see that it is expansive, immaculate, and fully-equipped. Punching bags hang suspended from the ceiling, but there is so much more. Every piece of equipment is used to help the athletes build better eye-hand coordination, agility, strength, balance and more. Large and fine motor activities are incorporated to increase independence in activities of daily living which are often greatly compromised by the symptoms of Parkinson’s. There is something for every level of ability here.
What sets this gym apart, beyond its mission, is the community of support and friendship which is fostered here. Individuals with Parkinson’s can participate in support groups where the experiences and unique challenges of the disease can be shared, and mutually understood. It is said, “people come here for the workouts, and stay for the camaraderie”.
Finally, Carolyn is a fierce advocate beyond the gym walls. Through her persistent efforts, she has built community partnerships that have expanded access to services for the athletes at her gym. Some of these beneficial services include physical, speech and occupational therapies, (and yoga), all provided by volunteers which she recruits.
Rock Steady Boxing is located at 2240 South County Trail in East Greenwich, across from the old Stanley Bostitch building. For more information, visit their website at www.rocksteadyboxingri.com. Classes are held Tuesday – Friday. To schedule a personal tour call Carolyn at 401-203-5133.
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1. NEVER give your roofing contractor a dime until 100%job completion. Everyone knows someone that has been burned by a contractor!
2. ALWAYS confirm that your roofing contractor has workman’s compensation insurance that covers roofing work. If you skip this step and someone gets injured then you may lose everything, you could even lose your home.
3. NEVER negotiate with your roofer, instead demand their best and final no haggle price right up front. This will guarantee that you always get their best price and avoid their pricing schemes/games.
4. ALWAYS get a lien waiver from your roofer before paying for the project. If you skip this step then you may be legally obligated to pay for the roof TWICE! That’s crazy but true. 5. ALWAYS confirm in writing that the labor/workmanship warranty from your roofer lasts as long as the manufacturer’s material warranty. What good is a lifetime roof if it only comes with a 2 year or 5 year workmanship warranty? If they do not have faith in the quality of their workmanship then how are you supposed to have faith in their work?
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HOUSEKEEPER
WANTED: Part-time, location Richmond, RI. Approximately 15 Minutes from the Walmart in Coventry. Call 401-360-8197. Se busca ama de llaves, a tiempo parcial, ubicación en Richmond RI. Aproximadamente a 15 minutos de Walmart en Coventry. Llame al 401-3608197 Debe hablar inglés.
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DEADLINE IS FRIDAY AT 4PM
OIL TRUCK DRIVER WANTED: Local work. Must have CDL & Hazmat. Experience preferred but will train. Family owned company. Call 539-2900 or 821-4447 for details.
CLEANERS: 1st & 2nd Shift, 20-25 hours per week, Monday-Saturday. $15/hour. Must have valid Driver’s License, reliable vehicle and clean BCI. Great job for retirees! Call 301-1162.
AWESOME CLEANING: Get ready for the holidays! My services include construction cleanouts, junk removal, hoarder cleanouts, vacation rentals. move-in/move-out, one time deep cleaning. Reliable and experienced, thorough, excellent references. Weekly, biweekly or monthly. Free estimates. $25 Discount for 1st time clients. 662-4005.
MAKE YOUR CLASSIFIED POP with a splash of color! For only $1.50 extra you can draw more attention to your ad. Call 821-2216.
First Baptist Church of West Warwick, 1613 Main Street, has their Heavenly Heart Food Pantry open to all from 11AM-2PM on the 1st Saturday of every month.
TOWN OF COVENTRY
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT APPLICATION
The Town Council will address and approve the Community Development Block Grant applications at the Tuesday, October 8, 2024 Town Council Meeting. Comments from citizens, either written or oral, on community development and housing needs for the proposed activities under consideration for submittal to the State of Rhode Island Community Development Block Grant Application for the following activities are welcomed:
Community Development Block Grant Competitive Application
Roadway Improvements to (14) fourteen existing roads
Census Tract #20604-2
Community Development Block Grant Housing Rehabilitation Application
Coventry Housing Authority – Knotty Oak Village Renovation of 75 Kitchen Units
Total PY’23 Grant Funding Requested
You may also provide comments in advance of the meeting to: Geri Manning, CDBG Program Coordinator
Address: 1675 Flat River Road
Phone: (401) 492-9368
Email: CDBG@coventryri.gov
$495,944.50
$850,000.00
$1,345,944.50
The public is welcome to attend in person or via Zoom Technology. A Zoom link will be available when the Town Council agenda is posted. Participation by low– moderate income persons; residents of predominately low-moderate income neighborhoods; minorities; non-English speaking persons; and persons with disabilities is encouraged. If communication assistance is needed or any other accommodation to ensure equal participation, please contact the Town Clerk at (401)822-9173 at least two (2) business days prior to the meeting. The meeting room is handicapped accessible.
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Coventry-West Greenwich Elks
Saturday, September 28
Handmade Gifts, Seasonal Decor, Jewelry, Handcrafted Decor and Much More!
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM 42 Nooseneck Hill Rd., West Greenwich, RI 401-397-3700
THE PAWTUXET VALLEY PRESERVATION & HISTORICAL SOCIETY, 1679 Main Street in West Warwick, is pleased to announce that John Kostrzewa will be our speaker on September 28, at 2PM. As author of “Walking Rhode Island”, a regular feature in The Sunday Providence Journal, he will share stories and images from his explorations of the geological features, wildlife and historical landmarks in our state. Public is invited. No charge.
By Lucie Winborne
• Octopus wrestling was a popular sport in the 1960s. A diver would fight an octopus in shallow water and drag it to the surface.
• After an online vote in 2011, Toyota announced that the official plural of Prius is Prii.
• Each spacecraft sent to Mars is scrubbed and inspected before dispatch as part of a strict planetary protection protocol meant to prevent contamination from Earth.
• Ophiocordyceps unilateralis, a parasitic fungus, effectively turns ants into zombies. The fungus compels the ant to bite onto the underside of a low-hanging leaf, where it dies, and the fungus then sends a fruiting body out through the ant’s head to disseminate spores.
• Geckos can turn the stickiness of their feet on and off at will.
• And speaking of feet, during World War II, the United States began rationing shoes. Citizens were allowed three pairs.
September 27th – 1 to 9pm
• When Leonardo DiCaprio smashed his hand on the dinner table in “Django Unchained,” he accidentally crushed a small stemmed glass with his palm and really began to bleed. He ignored it, stayed in character, and continued with the scene. Quentin Tarantino was so impressed that he used this take in the final print, and when he called cut, the room erupted in a standing ovation.
• Though they are often used as vegetables in cooking, eggplants are botanically classified as berries.
• Charles Richard Drew was a Black physician who developed blood banks for military personnel during World War II. He quit working for the Red Cross after he learned that the military separated blood donations by race. (c) 2024 King Features Synd., Inc.
1 hour of Bowling & Shoe Rental for up to 5 people Saturday, September 28th – 1 to 9pm
Iggy’s Food Truck 4 to 7pm Guest Speakers - 5-6pm 1 hour of Bowling & Shoe Rental for up to 5 people Mayor Frank Picozzi, State Rep. Joe Solomon Jr, Councilman Ed Ladouceur & Senator Anthony Deluca Sunday, September 29th – 1 to 8pm
