OAK LAWN COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH 156th MAY BREAKFAST
Oak Lawn Community Baptist Church, 229 Wilbur Avenue, Cranston, will hold its 156th May Breakfast on Thursday, May 1st, from 7–11am. Clam cakes, scrambled eggs, ham, cornbread, coffee, juice and apple pies. Served family style. First come, first served. Adults/$10 and Children/10 yrs. and under $5. Come along and bring a friend!
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The banquet hall at VFW Coventry Memorial Post #9404, is available to rent for all occasions: birthdays, weddings, meetings, memorials, etc. Hall rentals help support local Veterans, Post Operations and Veteran Programs. The hall can accommodate up to 125 people. Call: 401-828-9705 for information or visit our hall rental link on our website at www.vfw9404.org.
PINK AND POWERFUL FUNDRAISER
PINK and POWERFUL: A Night for Susan Bedard will be Friday, May 2, 6–10 PM at The Falls Event Center, 3 Bridal Ave, West Warwick. Join us for an inspiring evening to support Susan Bedard in her fight against cancer. Enjoy live music by Dr. Slick, food trucks, raffles, a photo booth, and more! Tickets for a suggested donation of $50pp. Venmo@SusanBedardFoundation (Include your name & number of tickets). Proceeds benefit the Gloria Gemma Foundation.
MEDICARE EXPLAINED WITH ED COLLINS AT GREENE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Join us for an informative presentation by Ed Collins of American Senior Benefits on Tuesday, April 29, at 6 pm at the Greene Library, 179 Hopkins Hill Road, Greene. Ed will explain the Medicare and Medicaid enrollment process, eligibility, how to avoid penalties, and more. Registration is required by calling 397-3873.
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.
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. 401-451-0184. 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 401-738-1013, Ext. 25 or visit www.oscil.org Coventry-West Greenwich Lions, 401-821-7219.
HARRINGTON
Join Daniel Harrington to hear the harrowing tale of the Larchmont shipwreck off Block Island in 1907. With eyewitness accounts and never-before-seen photographs, the horror and heroism of the worst maritime disaster in New England history comes to life. Come hear the tale of the night the Larchmont steamship collided with the Harry Knowlton, a three-masted schooner, in zero-degree weather. Free and open to the public. Thursday, May 1, from 6 – 7:30 pm at the Coventry Public Library, 1672 Flat River Road, Coventry. For more information contact Jessica at 822-9104 or JCoppa@CoventryLibrary.org.
The Chorus of Kent County will present their Spring concert “Rise Up Singing: A Celebration of Nature & Hope” on Saturday, May 3, at 7 p.m. and on Sunday, May 4, at 2 p.m. at the West Warwick High School Auditorium, 1 Webster Knight Drive, West Warwick. Tickets are $17 in advance and $20 at the door. $10 for children and under 2-years free. To purchase tickets in advance, call 401-862-3105 or visit www. chorusofkentcounty.com. Please bring a nonperishable food item for Project Hand Up.
Tabernacle Baptist Church, Hope (Scituate), is looking for donations of Christmas items for Christmas in July sale. Call Barbara: 401-827-8054.
Homeschooled children ages 4 to 12 are invited to a monthly gathering. Jane from Animal Rescue RI will present “Who Lives in Your Backyard” on Tuesday, April 29, at 1 pm. Learn about wildlife animals in your area during this fun program. You may get to meet one in person! Please register by calling 397-3873.
COVENTRY DROPS
FREE WOOD PALLETS ON-GOING SUPPLY – You pick up. Side of building at 64 Hope Avenue, Hope.
WANTED: JUNK
LAWNMOWERS & air conditioners. Take for free. 401-829-0377.
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.
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2014 SKYLINE SKYCAT CAMPER TOY HAULER: 18’. In good shape. Needs some work. Many amenities. Call Bill: 401397-4884.
YARD CLEANUP/DOG WASTE REMOVAL. Reasonable rates. Call: 401525-6851.
FREE HORSE MANURE. Excellent for compost. Will help with large loads. West Greenwich. Contact between 9am – 5pm. 401-569-6541. Leave a message.
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LEAVES AND SPRING CLEAN-UP. Free estimates. Senior Discount. $75.00/ average. Call Sal: 401-8559028 or 401-256-2853.
CRAFT SHOW: Saturday, May 3, 9AM–4PM. Set up at 8AM. 20 Woodland Drive, Coventry (behind Ocean State Credit Union). Parking around the island. Vendors needed - $20/table. Call Helen: 401470-4587.
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. 3972781 or 741-2781.
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YARD MOWING WEEKLY/ BI-WEEKLY: Senior Discount. $35.00 average. Hedge/bush trimming. Mulching. Free estimate. Call Sal: 401-855-9028 or 401256-2853.
ESTATE - LIFT RECLINER, like new: $750. Misc. antique furniture, clocks, vases, Encyclopedia sets and books. Bedroom set: $150.00. Call: 401-480-6744.
FIREWOOD FOR SALE: JW Studley & Sons. Cut & split seasoned wood. $250/ cord. Est. 1982. Not a fly by night! 641-0212.
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WESTWOOD ESTATES presents their annual yard sale and outdoor craft show on Saturday, May 3. Rain date: Sunday, May 4. The yard sale is from 8am – 1pm. $15 a space. Craft show is from 10am – 3pm. Many great gifts for Mother’s Day. Questions: 401-499-6289.
SATURDAY, MAY 3, 8am – 3pm. 5 Harbour Avenue, West Warwick. Lots of home goods. Something for everyone.
160 HOWARD AVENUE, Coventry. 8AM. Saturday, April 26. Rain date: May 3.
HIGH-END WOMEN’S CLOTHES. Nothing over $10.00. 99 Tower Road, West Warwick. Saturday, April 26, 9am – 2pm.
Classified Ad Deadline is THURSDAY AT 3PM
on the third day. I ask Jesus to be my Savior and my Lord. I pray in the NAME of JESUS, Your Beloved Precious Eternal SON. Amen.
The US Coast Guard Auxiliary, Flotilla 07-08, is offering a one-day boating class that meets all the requirements for the RI DEM Boater Safety Identification Card. The class is May 10, from 8am - 5pm, at the Warwick Police Department Community Room, 99 Veterans Memorial Drive, Warwick. Class is limited to 22 students. REGISTRATION IS MANDATORY. No walk-ins. For reservations: 508-343-0235. Cost: $50 in cash or check made out to: USCGAUX Flotilla 0708. Checks will be accepted 7:30am - 8am, before class that day. Bring photo ID as the USCG and RI state test will be administered during the class. The RI DEM will mail all who pass a RI Boating Safety Card. Please bring your own lunch and note taking materials.
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.
Church of the Apostles, 170 Fairview Ave., Coventry is hosting a May Breakfast and Easter Sing on Saturday, May 3, at 9 a.m. Following breakfast, there will be a program of contemporary and traditional praise and worship music. No cost; free will offering accepted at breakfast.
The Woodridge Congregational United Church of Christ, 546 Budlong Rd., Cranston, is holding their 41St Almost May Gourmet Breakfast on April 26, from 8 to 11 a.m. Continuous Seating. The menu includes scrambled eggs, frittatas, Johnnycakes, waffles, ham, sausage, home fries, Holly’s baked beans, strudel, muffins, assorted pastries, juice, milk, coffee and tea. Tickets are $20/adults, $10/ children 5 – 12. Tickets will be available at the door. ALL YOU CAN EAT
If you are in need of food, you can call the RI Community Food Bank at 942-6325 or you can visit www.rifoodbank.org for a complete list of open pantries statewide.
AARP Chapter 2210 is sponsoring a trip to Maine, Tuesday, August 12th. Savor a delightful lobster bake luncheon at Bull N Claw in Wells, Maine. After lunch, enjoy free time for shopping in Kennebunkport, ME. Sit back and relax on a luxury motor coach operated by DATTCO Coach & Tour. Pick-up at 8:15 a.m. from Park & Ride, Hopkins Hill Rd. (Exit 19 off I-95), West Greenwich. Approximate return: 7:00 p.m. $124/person. Final payment due: Tuesday, July 22nd. Contact: Maureen Murphy 401-828-5188 or Anne Brien 401-263-4274.
Saints John & Paul Parish, 341 S. Main St., Coventry, will offer “Lectio: Evangelization and the Acts of the Apostles,” bible study, every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. All are welcome to attend free of charge. No need to register, just come and bring friends and family! Refreshments & study guides will be provided.
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 8229103 or email lvkc@coventrylibrary.org for more information.
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT APPLICATION
The Town Council will address and approve the Community Development Block Grant annual applications at the Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Town Council Meeting at 6:00pm. Comments from citizens, either written or oral, are welcomed 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:
Community Development Block Grant Competitive Application
Roadway Improvements to (14) fourteen existing roads Census
PY’23 Grant Funding Requested: $1,686,454.90
Note: Additional community submissions may be received prior to or at the Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 6:30pm. You may also provide comments in advance of either meeting to:
Geri Manning, CDBG Program Manager
Address: 1675 Flat River Road
Phone: (401) 492-9368
Email: CDBG@coventryri.gov
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.
(NAPSI)—Weather is more unpredictable than ever before, and homeowners should take stock of the outdoor power equipment they have in their garages and sheds to handle ensuing damage left behind. Preparation is key—before a storm and unseasonable weather hits a community.
“Today it’s not enough to just prepare for each season. We’re seeing powerful storms in places that normally don’t get them—and too often leaving behind crippling damage,” says Kris Kiser, President and CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI). “Being equipped with the right outdoor power equipment is critical for when hurricane-force weather events bring water and wind, ice and snow put you at a standstill, and power goes out.”
To help people prepare, OPEI encourages homeowners to
education themselves by visiting WeatherItBetter.com, which includes tips on having the right outdoor power equipment, severe weather and emergency cleanup, and safety measures, such as:
Have the right equipment on hand—before you need it. Acquire equipment based on weather, seasons and individual preferences before an emergency arises.
Know all equipment is not the same. Understand your equipment and its unique safety and usage requirements before using it. Review your owner’s manual and follow all instructions.
Inspect equipment before use . Check the air filter, oil level, gasoline tank or batteries. Stored equipment should be put away without fuel in the tank. Watch for missing or damaged parts. Tighten chainsaw chains. Replace damaged parts or take equipment to a qualified service representative.
Walk through your yard and work areas. Seek and remove
objects, sticks, dog toys, and other items that could create a hazard. Always keep children and pets away from running equipment. Hire a professional if a job is beyond your abilities.
Never alter or disable equipment’s safety protection. Stay safe and follow the manufacturer’s safety measures at all times.
Use fuel and batteries designed for the equipment. Use E10 or less in gasolinepowered equipment unless it’s designed otherwise. Only use batteries or chargers that are manufacturer-specified.
Store fuel and batteries safely. Use containers designed for fuel and label them with the purchase date and ethanol content. Use up fuel before it’s thirty days old, and run equipment dry of fuel before storage.
Keep battery packs away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, or screws, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Keep batteries stored away from one another.
Clean equipment before storing. Remove dirt, oil or grass before using and storing equipment. Store it in a dry place, avoiding damp or wet environments.
Plan ahead for safe placement of generators. NEVER place a generator in a home, garage, carport, or near an open window
For more information go to opei. org. OPEI is an international trade association representing manufacturers and suppliers of power equipment, small engines, battery power systems,
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(Family Features) There are countless ways you can make your contributions felt this Earth Day. If you’d like to join millions of others in the fight for the environment, consider one of the most popular gifts given back to the world each year: planting a tree.
With hundreds of millions of trees planted since the first celebration in 1970, per earthday. org, you can be part of one of the largest civic events on the planet. Consider these tips to properly plant a tree in your own yard.
Depending on where you live and your desired outcome, choosing the right tree and planting location are critical factors. Larger shade trees help cool homes in warmer climates, evergreens provide privacy and fruit trees offer a grocery store right in your backyard. Consider your available space along with conditions that will impact the tree itself, such as soil conditions, sun exposure, drainage and more.
Before digging, remember that proper tree placement requires factoring in underground utility
lines, overhead power lines and proximity to sidewalks, driveways and homes. Dial 811, the national call-before-you-dig number, to locate underground utilities and consider contacting an arborist or tree care professional to make sure you’ve weighed all the important factors.
Dig a hole that’s roughly 2-3 times wider than the root ball of your tree and equally as deep as the root ball. Be sure the trunk flare (where the trunk expands at the base of the tree) is partially visible when planted. Remove any wrapping or cover from the root ball and trunk. Lift from the root ball, not the trunk, to place in the hole then straighten vertically and firmly backfill soil around the root ball to stabilize.
Mulching helps maintain moisture and improve soil conditions while controlling weed growth. Place a 2-3-inch layer in a 3-foot radius around the base of the tree without touching the trunk itself.
Keep Soil Moist
Make sure your tree has enough water to grow strong by keeping the soil moist. Typically, this means watering just once per week, barring rain, but may require more frequency during especially hot weather.
Find more tips for giving back to Mother Earth at eLivingtoday. com.
JMD LANDSCAPING
#001732056. Call: 401-688-4242.
LAWN CUTS AND CLEANUPS. 401-696-9662.
SPRING CLEAN-UP: Yards raked, lawns mowed, shrubs trimmed, trees cut down, brush hauled
debris hauled away. Quality work. Excellent rates. Doug, 401-826-3444
TOPS CHAPTER #38 (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets Thursday mornings at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 99 Pierce Street in East Greenwich (lower level). Weigh-in begins at 9:30AM, the meeting is from 10-11AM. Enter from the side parking lot, go down stairs to the kitchen area. All are welcome, as well as donations of canned goods. For more information, call Angela Henderson at 401-225-6174.
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF WEST WARWICK
HEAVENLY HEART FOOD PANTRY
First Baptist Church of West Warwick, 1613 Main Street, has their Heavenly Heart Food Pantry open to all from 11AM-1PM on the 1st Saturday of every month.
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.
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.
& SENIOR
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.
Parlons Francais meetings will be held from 6-8PM on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the West Warwick Youth Center, Factory Street, West Warwick. Anyone wishing to revive their French-Canadian heritage is welcome. Please call Edith at 9190075 or Linda at 580-7832 with any questions.
Wed. 4/23: Escarole & bean soup, creamy garlic pork chops, mushroom rice pilaf, buttered corn, whole wheat roll, brownie. Option: Seafood salad sandwich. Thurs. 4/24: Fresh fruit cup, beef stew, roasted vegetables, whole wheat roll, cookie. Option: Chopped salad w/chicken.
Fri. 4/25: Cauliflower tomato soup, sausage & pepper sandwich, chips, cole slaw, whole wheat roll, peaches. Option: Tuna salad plate.
Mon. 4/28: Vegetable lentil soup, fajita style chicken w/peppers & onions, white rice, whole wheat roll, sliced pears. Option: Cobb salad.
Tues. 4/29: Vegetable barley soup, pork scallopini, roasted potatoes, green beans, whole wheat roll, fresh fruit. Option: Turkey sandwich
Wed. 4/23: Escarole & bean soup, creamy garlic pork chops, mushroom rice pilaf, buttered corn, whole wheat roll, dessert. Option: Seafood salad sandwich
Thurs. 4/24: Fresh fruit cup, beef stew, roasted vegetables, whole wheat roll, dessert. Option: Chopped salad w/chicken.
Fri. 4/25: Cauliflower tomato soup, sausage & pepper sandwich, chips, cole slaw, whole wheat roll, dessert. Option: Tuna salad plate.
Mon. 4/28: Vegetable lentil soup, fajita style chicken w/peppers & onions, white rice, whole wheat roll, dessert. Option: Cobb salad.
Tues. 4/29:Vegetable barley soup, pork scallopini, roasted potatoes, green beans, whole wheat roll, dessert. Option: Turkey sandwich
CESSPOOL SERVICE
WEST WARWICK PUBLIC SCHOOLS MENTORS NEEDED
West Warwick Public Schools is in need of in-person volunteer mentors for students in Grades K-12. The time commitment is 1 hour per week. Anybody who is interested in volunteering can call or email me, Dana Papitto, Mentor Coordinator, at: (401) 825-6530 or dpapitto@ww-ps.com
CHEVALIER CESSPOOL CLEANERS: Cesspools and septic tanks pumped. New systems installed. Sewer connections. 736-8313.
CHEVALIER CESSPOOL CLEANERS: Cesspools and septic tanks pumped. New systems installed. Sewer connections. 736-8313.
CUSTOM APPAREL & FIVE-INK, INC.:
CUSTOM APPAREL & PROMOTIONAL SOLUTIONS
FIVE-INK, INC.: High Quality Custom Apparel. Dedicated support. Personalized On-Site Services. Timely Delivery. Guaranteed 15% savings! Women & Veteran-owned. len@five-ink.com
savings! Women & Veteran-owned. len@five-ink.com
ELECTRICAL
ELECTRICAL
JADE ELECTRIC: Wiring, emergencies. Prompt and courteous. 828-5908, 738-7835. Lic.# A1538. Insured.
JADE ELECTRIC: Wiring, emergencies. Prompt and courteous. 828-5908, 738-7835. Lic.# A1538. Insured.
RICHARD J. PIZZI Electrical Contractor: 550 Providence Street, West Warwick. Residential Wiring (home repairs). No job too small. A145, insured. 580-8803.
RICHARD J. PIZZI Electrical Contractor: 550 Providence Street, West Warwick. Residential Wiring (home repairs). No job too small. A145, insured. 580-8803.
FACSIMILE SERVICE
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).
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).
VENTURA FENCE CO., INC.: Serving Rhode Island since 1975 for all your fencing needs. Insured. RI Reg #7260. Call anytime 821-7200.
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.
MOFFITT & ASSOCIATES, LLC.: Financial Services and Investments, Retirement Planning and 401K rollovers. www.moffittassociates.com 1260 Main St. (Rte. 117), Coventry (401) 828-0097.
MOFFITT & ASSOCIATES, LLC.: Financial Services and Investments, Retirement Planning and 401K rollovers. www.moffittassociates.com 1260 Main St. (Rte. 117), Coventry (401) 828-0097.
LEWIS & CLARKE ENTERPRISES, INC.: New homes, additions, garages, kitchens, bathrooms, family rooms, roofs, and repairs. 345-3227. RI Reg. #5646.
LEWIS & CLARKE ENTERPRISES, INC.: New homes, additions, garages, kitchens, bathrooms, family rooms, roofs, and repairs. 345-3227. RI Reg. #5646.
WINFIELD TERMITE & PEST CONTROL: All your pest needs. 821-7800.
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.
KENT COUNTY PEST CONTROL, LLC: Residential and Commercial. Certified in Industrial, Structural and Health Related Pest Control. 100% Guaranteed. 401-569-0212.
JOHN P. KEOGH PLUMBING & DRAIN CLEANING: Electric sewer rooter service. Master Plumber Lic. #1881. 401-862-8810.
JOHN P. KEOGH PLUMBING & DRAIN CLEANING: Electric sewer rooter service. Master Plumber Lic. #1881. 401-862-8810.
THOR’S PRESSURE & SOFT WASH: Commercial & Residential. Roof & Exterior Cleaning. Fully licensed and insured. RI Registration GC-46062. Free Estimates. Call Thor, 401-441-8672. facebook.com/ThorsHouseWash
RATES & DEADLINE FOR AT YOUR SERVICE
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.
$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.
INSTALLATION & REPAIRS: Also gutters cleaned and leaf guards installed. Call 397-8729 or 749-1315 for a free estimate.
INSTALLATION & REPAIRS: Also gutters cleaned and leaf guards installed. Call 397-8729 or 749-1315 for a free estimate.
SYSTEMS
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.
By JENNIFER COATES
While New England weather can be unpredictable and erratic, there is no doubt about it, spring is finally here! Now that we have made it past the March 21st mark, we see our lawns and properties from a fresh perspective. Patchy and weed-filled lawns that have emerged from the muddy ground, pesky piles of leaves and random sticks that are tangled in bushes, hedges that are beginning to awaken after a season of dormancy, garden beds that should be mulched as seedlings will soon be planted — all of this, and so much more, awaits you as spring blossoms in all its glory.
With so many demands on your time this spring, you do not have to tackle all
this yardwork on your own. Now is the time to call in the help of Randy Bodick and his crew at Fresh Perspective Landscaping. This dynamic team is hard-working, thorough, and trustworthy. Randy, who incorporated this landscaping business in 2019, has been cutting lawns and tending to customers’ properties since he was a young teen. He has worked diligently and steadily to build a base of loyal customers and to earn a reputation as someone who will go above and beyond what is asked of him.
One of the things Randy is most proud of is his commitment to communicating with his customers. When you call him, if he is out on the job, you can be 100%
certain that he will return your call within 24 hours. In this competitive market, this respect for your time counts for a lot.
Fresh Perspective Landscaping offers a broad range of services, including:
• SPRING CLEAN-UPS
• Thatching and aerating your lawn
• Cutting and edging your lawn
• Cleaning and mulching your flower beds
• Trimming your hedges
• “Whacking” your weeds
• Leaf blowing and
• Debris/brush removal
If you need a one-time clean-up or want to get on Randy’s weekly or bi-weekly schedule, now is the time to reach out.
There are many advantages to setting up a weekly management schedule with Fresh Perspective Landscape — they are reliable, dependable, detail-oriented,
professional and respectful. No reminders are ever needed — if you ask, it will be done. This is a no-hassle approach to lawn maintenance! It leaves you the time to do the things you love in the growing seasons of your lives.
Business picks up quickly once the season is in full swing and you will not want to miss the opportunity to work with Fresh Perspective. Randy will come to your home or business to give you a free estimate, so call and book your appointment today. Many will be happy to know that Fresh Perspective also does junk removal. As Randy says “Just make the call, we do it all!” And he really means it.
Fresh Perspective Landscaping and owner Randy Bodick can be reached at 401-558-8688.
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By Lucie Winborne
• Like humans, male kangaroos flex their biceps to impress females.
• The word “sock” comes from the Latin word “soccus” -- a loose-fitting slipper worn by Roman comic actors.
• In Europe, nickel is banned in all alloys for widespread allergy reasons.
• The New York Times predicted that humans wouldn’t be able to fly for at least a million years ... in 1903, the same year as the Wright brothers’ first manned flight.
• The first American alarm clock was invented in Concord, New Hampshire, in 1787 by Levi Hutchins. It was never patented and rang only at one time, 4 a.m., to rouse him for work.
• The pressure in a champagne bottle is three times higher than that of a car tire.
• When in danger, a hairy frog will break its own bones in order to create claws that it pushes through its skin to scratch a predator.
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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.
The Paine House, 7 Station Street in Coventry is looking for volunteer Tour Guides to share this unique historical site with the general public. Can you spare a few hours once or twice a month? All training and materials will be provided, no special skills required. This opportunity is suitable for High School students to adults. Training classes for the 2022 season will begin soon. If interested, call Bob at 439-7513 or email info@ westernrihistory.org.
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WEST WARWICK/ CLYDE: Huge 2bdrs, 3rd floor, heat & hot water included. Appliances. Parking. No pets. $260/ weekly. Security deposit: $1000. 401-301-4465.
COVENTRY: NICE, UPSCALE 1-BEDROOM with granite, S/S appliances, laundry, offstreet parking. Great location. No pets/no smoking. Must have good credit. $1495/month. Tenant pays utilities. 401580-2947.
WEST WARWICK: 1bdr. Kitchen/Living Room Combo. All utilities included. Appliances. Parking. No pets. $200/ weekly. Security deposit: $500. Call: 401-301-4465.
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Prefer a female. Includes ALL. $950 plus security. Call: 401-771-3936.
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MAN: No pets, non-smoker. Willing to provide light jobs around the house in exchange for room payment. 401-320-8017.
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 Joe, 401-301-1162.
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BUSINESS: Help needed, part-time. Flexible hours. 401649-2244.
CARPET CLEANING TECHNICIANS/ TRAINEES: $700+/ Week. Valid Driver’s License. BCI required. Call Joe, 401-258-9648
NEW STRAWBERRY FARM in Coventry. Need help planting 10,000 plants. Work standing up. Flexible hours. Call: 401826-4873.
JUNK CARS WANTED: Up to $500 paid. Call 401-895-7351 for quote.
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PART-TIME BARTENDER needed for seasonal wedding venue in West Greenwich. Must be T.I.P. Certified. Email resume: steppingranch@ gmail.com.
BIG JOHN LEYDEN’S TREE FARM, West Greenwich: Looking for good workers to join our staff to help plant, prune and mull. Must enjoy outdoors and interaction with customers. Positive attitude and reliability a must. Previous landscaping or outdoor skills a plus. Hours: Mon-Fri 8am - 4pm. Text name and credentials: 401-258-9246.
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1. Which artist released “Jimmy Lee”?
2. Name the duo who released “To All the Girls I’ve Loved Before.”
3. Who were Lola, Rico and Tony in Barry Manilow’s “Copacabana” in 1978?
4. Which group had a hit with “United We Stand”?
5. Name the 1980 song that contains this lyric: “Whenever dark has fallen, you know the spirit of the party starts to come alive.”
Answers
1. Aretha Franklin in 1986. The song was released on her “Aretha” album and rose nearly to the top of the R&B chart.
2. Willie Nelson and Julio Iglesias in 1984. It was a first for Iglesias with an English language song and a big hit for Nelson in Europe, successes that netted them Duo of the Year by the Country Music Association.
3. Lola was a showgirl who was approached by a mobster named Rico. Tony was the bartender, Lola’s jealous boyfriend, who was killed by Rico.
4. Brotherhood of Man, in 1970.
5. “Give Me the Night,” by George Benson, in 1980. The song was Benson’s first No. 1 hit on the Soul Singles chart. It also climbed the charts in Switzerland, South Africa, Netherlands, Norway, France, Australia and others.
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SATURDAY APRIL 26, 2025
DPW 1670 FLAT RIVER ROAD 8:45 a.m. – Registration 9:00 a.m. – 12 p.m. Earth Day Cleanup
We will provide gloves, safety glasses, safety vests, trash bags, face masks, safety guidelines
Please email: Lindsay – DPW Recycling Coordinator Recycling@coventryri.gov or call (401) 822-9183 Walk-ins welcome.
BBBS of R.I. will be joining us this year collecting donations of clothing, shoes, fabric items, blankets, sheets, towels and curtains. Ripped and stained articles are accepted as long as it’s clean and odorless.
