April 2, 2025 e-EDITION

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NORTH ROAD TERRACE TENANTS ASSOC. ARTS & CRAFTS, BAKE SALE & RAFFLES

The Coventry Housing North Road Terrace Tenants Association (NRT) holding their Arts & Crafts, Bake Sale and Raffles event on Saturday, April 12, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at NRT, 30 Mulhearn Drive, Coventry. This event is open to the public. NTR is also looking for vendors. Vendor tables are $25.00 each. NRT is requesting that each vendor donate one item for the raffles. Deadline for table reservations is Tuesday, April 1. To reserve a table, please makes checks payable to NRT or North Road Terrace. Mail checks to: Geraldine Lane, Treasurer, 8108 Mulhearn Drive, Coventry, RI 02816. For more detailed information contact: Colleen 401-996-0191.

The Reminder

Registration 1675 Flat River Road

Requirements:

➔ Child must be age 5 on or before September 1, 2025

➔ Parent/Legal guardian must register child

➔ Your Child’s Birth Certificate

➔ A Parent Photo Identification ➔ Proof of Residency (examples):

Mortgage documents

A Lease

A Tax Bill

A Utility Bill

Visit www coventryschools.net to register online

Register Early!

School placement will be determined during the summer and families will be notified by the end of July at the latest.

Classesfillup quickly and students are registered on a first come first serve basis. In the event yourcommunity school becomes full, your child maybe displaced to another school.

If you need internet, the school department will have computers available for registration at Central Office located at 1675 Flat River Road, Coventry. For questions, please call Coventry Public Schools at 401-822-9400 (ext. 214). Monday–Friday 8:30am–3:00pm

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VOLUNTEER TOUR GUIDES NEEDED

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

SUPPORT OUR VETERANS

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: 401-828-9507 for information or visit our hall rental link on our website at www.vfw9404.org.

COVENTRY SENIOR BAND

The Coventry Senior Band is looking for Musicians. We are an all-volunteer band that plays at Senior Centers, Nursing Homes, etc. Dust off the old instrument and come have some fun with us! Must be 55 years young and have some weekdays free. Call/ Text David at 368-6895 or email walshdavid170@gmail.com.

WIDOWS SUPPORT GROUP

Church of the Apostles, 170 Fairview Avenue in Coventry, hosts a support group for widows and widowers to meet and support one another - whether you have lost a loved one recently or some time ago. The group meets the second Saturday of each month at 11:30AM.

COVENTRY DROPS

FREE WOOD PALLETS ON-GOING SUPPLY – You pick up. Side of building at 64 Hope Avenue, Hope.

FOR SALE: FRENCH DOORS. Still boxed. Primed white. $400 OBO. 401-826-1794.

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.

USE OUR FAX SERVICE to send or receive documents... it’s fast, easy, and affordable. Great for sending Insurance Forms, Mortgage Documents, Unemployment Forms, Time Sheets and any paperwork that needs to be received fast. Cost to send: S3 for 1st page, $l each additional page (+tax). Cost to receive: $.75/page (+ tax). The Reminder, 1944 Warwick Avenue, Warwick. Phone 8212216, Fax 732-3110.

TAX PREPARATION:

Personal and Sole Proprietor Business by David Gagnon. Over 30 years’ experience. Honest & dependable. Pick-up & delivery service available, as well as online & via USPS. Call or text 401215-5970.

FIREWOOD

FOR SALE: JW Studley & Sons. Cut & split seasoned wood. $250/ cord. Est. 1982. Not a fly by night! 641-0212.

“RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS...”

We could all use a little good news to brighten our day... Have you witnessed a “Random Act of Kindness” lately? “The Reminder” would love to hear about it. Please submit your entry in writing and we will print them anonymously on a space available basis. Please mail your “Random Acts of Kindness” (with contact information) to The Reminder, 1944 Warwick Avenue, Warwick RI 02889 or email your submission to mail@rireminder.com

LEAVES AND SPRING CLEAN-UP. Free estimates. Senior Discount. $75.00/ average. Call Sal: 401-8559028 or 401-256-2853.

CLEANING: THOROUGH & RELIABLE 18+ Years of experience. Satisfaction guaranteed. Call 2483839. **I am fully vaccinated**

Yearly multi-family yard sale at Westwood Estates, Liena Rose Way, Coventry. Saturday, May 3, from 8am1pm. Rain date: Sunday, May 4. Spaces are available for $15, payable on the day of the sale. No reservations needed. Questions: 401-499-6289.

• A garden manicure is what my mother calls it: When working with plants and dirt, rake your nails across a bar of soap. The soap prevents dirt particles from lodging under nails, and the soap washes away easily when you are finished. Happy gardening!

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• “If you have a spade with a long handle, you can transfer common measurements to the handle. Just lay a tape measure alongside the handle, and use a black marker to note common spacing, like feet and inches. Then, when you put in plants, you can check quickly whether they are spaced correctly. Very handy!” — P.E. in Arkansas

• Here’s a recipe for a quickie bird feeder or bath: Flip over a nice-size flower pot, and place the pot’s tray on the top. Fill with seed or water. The birds will thank you — maybe even by eating some nuisance bugs along with the seed.

It will keep the fibers together and stiffen it enough to be easily threaded.

• It is possible to save a bit of money on car maintenance if you can’t change your own oil. Learn common add-ons you will be offered at oil and lube places. Air filters are surprisingly easy to replace on your own, and so are windshield wipers. Very often, the staff of auto-supply chains will lend you tools or even assist you right in the parking lot.

• Got bug bites? Try these for some relief from the itching of insect bites: apple cider vinegar; a paste of baking soda and water, allowed to dry on the bite; a similar paste of meat tenderizer and water; or antiperspirant. Send your tips to Now Here’s a Tip, 628 Virginia Drive, Orlando, FL 32803. © 2024 King Features

• “Garden tool storage doesn’t have to be hard. Fill a wide-mouth bucket with clean sand. Add a half quart of motor oil and stir. Then use the sand to clean and store your garden tools like shovels, rakes or hoes. The sand/oil mixture helps clean the metal surfaces, and the heaviness of the container lets you stick them in the sand without fear of everything falling down, like it would if you leaned them along a wall.” — E. in North Carolina

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.

CRIBBAGE PLAYERS WANTED

The Coventry Resource & Senior Center, 50 Wood Street, Coventry, is seeking Cribbage Players for Thursdays at 1PM. If you want to learn, there is someone who can teach you on Fridays at 1PM. Call 822-9175 for more information.

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COMMUNITY GARDEN PLOTS AVAILABLE

Church of the Apostles, 170 Fairview Ave., Coventry, has plots available in its Sowing Seeds Community Garden and is taking applications for the 2025 growing season. Completely fenced in garden area with community hand tools and seedlings to help you get started. Great for families and groups. Learn more and sign up at www.apostlesri.org/sowingseeds

ONGOING FOOD DRIVE TO BENEFIT VETERANS

The High 5 Pantry at Flat River Tavern, 2260 Flat River Road in Coventry will have an ongoing Food Drive to benefit local Veterans. Please drop off your non-perishable donations anytime during their normal business hours. Call 407-2121 with any questions.

RIVERPOINT CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH THRIFT SHOP RUMMAGE SALE

Martha & Mary’s Thrift Shop will hold its rummage sale on Saturday, April 5, and Wednesday, April 16, at the Riverpoint Congregational Church, 75 Providence Street, West Warwick, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon. Kitchen ware, curtains, linen, books, toys, games, puzzles, small baby furniture, craft supplies & more. We also accept donations of gently used clothing, cleaned and in very good condition during Rummage Sale hours. For sale: Children’s clothing @ $.25 each piece, adult clothing @ $.50 each piece. We do not accept furniture, computers, printers or televisions.

Laura M. Krohn

For new clients, please send Laura an

Laura will host Medicaid and Estate Planning Seminars on the following dates:

April 11, 2025 – 10:00am-12:00pm April 25, 2025 – 10:00am-12:00pm

May 9, 2025 – 10:00am-12:00pm May 23, 2025 – 10:00am-12:00pm

Seating is limited to 12 attendees per seminar and reservations are required. Please call to reserve your seat. 420 Scrabbletown Road, Suite C | Scrabbletown Professional Center North Kingstown, RI 02852 | 401-398-8383

AARP CHAPTER 2210 TRIP TO 9/11 MEMORIAL & MUSEUM

AARP Chapter 2210 is sponsoring a trip to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum w/Lunch, Monday, May 12. Begin with a moving visit to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, then to the vibrant restaurant, Margaritaville Times Square, to enjoy lunch in a tropical-themed paradise. Sit back and relax on a luxury motor coach operated by DATTCO Coach & Tour. Pick up at 7 a.m. from Park & Ride, Hopkins Hill Rd. (Exit 19 off I-95), West Greenwich. Approximate return: 7:30 p.m. $159/person. Final payment due: Monday, April 14. Contact: Maureen Murphy 401-828-5188 or Anne Brien 401-263-4274.

GETTING READY FOR KINDERGARTEN AT COVENTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY

Children who will be entering Kindergarten in the fall of 2025 are invited to attend this series of story times. The library will be counting down to kindergarten with stories, activities and crafts! Getting Ready for Kindergarten will meet monthly until June 2025 at 6 p.m., on the first Tuesday of the month. Registration is required. To register, please call Youth Services at 822-9102.

LITERACY 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 8229103 or email lvkc@coventrylibrary.org for more information.

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SATURDAY GRAB & GO WEEKLY MEALS

Are you or is someone you know an elder in Coventry or West Warwick? St. Vincent de Paul Society is offering a warm meal from their Saturday Grab & Go weekly meals. To schedule a delivery or pick up of a warm meal, please call 828-3090 before 3PM on Wednesdays. If picking up your meal, please go to the OLC School Gym, 445 Washington Street in Coventry, between 11AM-12PM on Saturday.

MUSEUM PASSES AT THE COVENTRY PUBLIC LIBRARY

Did you know you can borrow passes to local museums from the Coventry Public Library? Our museum passes can be picked up from the library at 1672 Flat River Road, and allow free or discounted entrance to museums such as the Nathaniel Greene Homestead, the Paine House Museum, Mystic Seaport Museum, Plimoth Patuxet Museums, and more! Stop by, see our website, or give us a call at 822-6200 for more information. Passes are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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. 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.

AARP CHAPTER 2210 TRIP TO MARTHA’S VINEYARD

AARP Chapter 2210 is sponsoring a trip to Martha’s Vineyard, Thursday, July 10th. Begin with a ferry ride to Martha’s Vineyard and enjoy a 3.5-hour bus tour of the island. On the way home, enjoy a 3-course dinner at Bailey’s Surf N Turf. Sit back and relax on a luxury motor coach operated by DATTCO Coach & Tour. Pick up at 7 a.m. from Park & Ride, Hopkins Hill Rd. (Exit 19 off I-95), West Greenwich. Approximate return: 8:00 p.m. $164/person. Final payment due: Friday, June 13th. Contact: Maureen Murphy 401-828-5188 or Anne Brien 401-263-4274.

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.

Home renovations are significant undertakings. Though some projects require more sizable investments of time and money than others, all merit homeowners’ attention and inspire some excitement when pondering the finished product.

A finished product tends to offer more appeal when the project is overseen and undertaken by a professional contractor. Small projects may be in the wheelhouse of skilled doit-yourselfers, but most homeowners are best served leaving home renovations to the professionals. Finding the right contractor for a given job is of the utmost importance, and the following are some tips to help homeowners do just that.

• Seek word-of-mouth recommendations. Word-ofmouth advertising has long been recognized as an invaluable tool to attract customers, and for good reason. A 2025 report on the state of the roofing industry provided by Roofing Contractor, the official publication for the International Roofing Expo ® , found that 79 percent of homeowners identify word-of-mouth as the top way to find a roofing professional. Word-of-mouth is so valued because homeowners can ask friends or neighbors about their experiences with a given professional in a pressure-free setting. Word-of-mouth also can help homeowners cut down on the pool of potential contractor candidates, which is no small

benefit in markets flooded with renovation professionals.

• Secure multiple written estimates. It can be timeconsuming to speak to multiple contractors and secure written estimates from each one, but such legwork is well worth the effort if the end result is finding the right contractor. Secure multiple estimates even if the first one provided to you is below budget. Multiple estimates allow homeowners to compare what’s included, and not included, in each one. Some contractors offering low estimates may not include materials costs or additional factors that will increase the price. Others may seem more expensive initially but may prove more affordable than competitors if their estimates include all of the costs associated with the project. Only a direct comparison of multiple estimates, which should include details specific to the project and

an itemized list of what will be provided and performed by the contractor, can give homeowners an idea of what they’re paying for.

• Stay local when possible. Hiring local contractors is beneficial for a number of reasons. Hiring locals keeps money in the community and thus supports the local economy. And working with local contractors can make it easier for homeowners to keep lines of communication open. Many projects also require a little post-completion upkeep or even some tweaks, which is more easily accomplished when working with contractors based nearby. And finally, local contractors will be familiar with building codes and other details specific to a given town. That familiarity can ensure a project is done in adherence to codes and not stalled by permit- or inspection-related delays.

• Confirm their insurance. Travelers Insurance urges

homeowners to confirm a contractor is properly insured and bonded prior to signing a contract. Contractors should be willing to provide a certificate of insurance (COI) that indicates their provider, policy number and coverage limits. Travelers also notes homeowners can contact insurers directly to verify coverage and ensure the policy is current. Never hire a contractor who is uninsured or unwilling to provide proof of insurance.

Hiring a contractor to perform a home renovation may be a leap of faith, but homeowners can take steps to ensure they find the right professional for the job.

Home Improvement

A number of factors can affect how well a garden or lawn takes root. Watering is a key element of any landscape care strategy, and one that homeowners should educate themselves about if they want to maintain a lush, healthy lawn throughout spring and summer. Homeowners hoping to keep their lawns lush and green throughout summer can learn some effective watering strategies to achieve that goal.

Check the irrigation system

Water Sense ®, an EPA Partnership Program, advises following four steps at the start of spring: inspect, connect, direct, and select for clock timer-controlled irrigation systems. Make sure the system doesn’t have any clogged, broken or missing sprinkler heads. Examine points where the sprinkler heads attach to pipes or hoses to make sure there are no leaks. The EPA says even a leak as small as the

tip of a pen can waste 6,300 gallons of water per month. Adjust the sprinkler heads so that they only hit the landscape elements rather than sidewalks or driveways. Align the watering schedule with the seasons.

Invest in an impact sprinkler

An impact sprinkler on a tripod can be an effective option for those without built-in irrigation systems. These sprinklers rotate in circles to help deliver an even spray of water that mimics rainfall. It’s easy to adjust their spray pattern and a sprinkler on a tripod can spray over the top of bushes and flower gardens.

Drip irrigation systems are superior

According to Rainbird.com, drip irrigation tubing and emitters slowly distribute water to the right spots of a landscape. They can be placed at ground level or buried underground. Water soaks directly to the roots, minimizing water loss from runoff and evaporation. Some research suggests drip irrigation can effectively cover 25 percent more area than the average sprinkler system. It also tends to deliver more than 95 percent water efficiency.

Skip the schedule

Watering a lawn or garden should not be ruled by a schedule, but other factors that will determine when water is needed, suggests Family Handyman. Daytime temperatures, wind conditions, soil type, lawn type, and recent rainfall will determine how much water the landscape really needs. Overwatering can be just as bad as underwatering. For those with underground watering systems, water sensors can trigger the system to turn on rather than a time on a clock.

Avoid midday watering

The sun is hottest in the middle of the day. Watering during this time means that much of the water will be lost to evaporation before it can get to thirsty lawns and plants.

It pays to be smart about watering. Homeowners also can consider rain collection barrels or well water usage and be more eco-conscious about their watering efforts.

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.

SALVATION PRAYER

Dear Heavenly Father I know that you love me even though I have broken your laws. I have heartfelt sorrow for my sins and I ask that you forgive my sins and direct my life. I believe Jesus shed his blood and died for my sins, was buried and was bodily raised to life 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.

whole wheat roll, cake. Option: Chicken salad plate

Thurs. 4/3: Cauliflower tomato soup, roasted chicken thighs, roasted potato, sweet corn, whole wheat roll, sliced peaches. Option: Ham salad sandwich

Fri. 4/4: Minestrone soup, backed fish, Florentine rice, mixed vegetables, whole wheat roll, fruit cocktail. Option: Tuna salad sandwich

Mon. 4/7: Chicken soup, Sloppy Joe, pasta salad, whole wheat roll, brownie. Option: Ham & cheese on rye

Tues. 4/8: Minestrone soup, honey garlic chicken thighs, roasted carrots & broccoli, steamed white rice, whole wheat roll, fresh melon. Option: Tossed salad w/chicken.

Wed. 4/2: White bean soup, Mongolian pork, fried rice, broccoli florets, whole wheat roll, dessert. Option: Chicken salad plate

FREE ENGLISH TUTORING

Literacy Volunteers of Kent County is offering free English tutoring to individuals 18 and older. 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. All information exchanged remains confidential. For more information, please call or email Literacy Volunteers of Kent County (LVKC). 822-9103, lvkc@coventrylibrary.org

TOWN OF COVENTRY

1ST PUBLIC HEARING – CALL FOR PROPOSALS FOR THE CDBG ANNUAL APPLICATION

The Town of Coventry is considering the filing of applications for the Rhode Island Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Annual Application Funding and Housing Rehab through the rolling application process. Statewide, approximately $5,100,000 has been made available over a two year funding cycle to undertake a range of activities including:

1. Provision of employment opportunities for low and moderate income persons.

2. Provision of community infrastructure, facilities and public services principally benefiting low and moderate income families and individuals.

3. Planning only activities with a goal of benefitting low and moderate families and individuals.

A Public Hearing will be held on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. in the conference room located at the Town of Coventry Department of Planning and Development, 1675 Flat River Road, Coventry, RI 02816 for the purpose of obtaining the views of citizens on community development and housing needs; on past program performance and on proposed applications for activity types listed above. At this time, anyone wishing to apply for funding for a qualified activity should be present at the meeting or contact the Community Development Block Grant Program Manager in advance of the meeting. You may also provide comments in advance of the meeting to:

Geri Manning, CDBG Program Manager

Mailing address: 1670 Flat River Road, Coventry, RI 02816

Office Address: 1675 Flat River Road

Phone: (401) 492-9368

Email: CDBG@coventryri.org

Please call Geri Manning, CDBG Program Manager, between the hours of 8:30 and 4:30, Monday-Friday at 401-492-9368 with comments or to request more information.

The Public Hearing will also mark the ending of the 15-business day Comment Period.

The public is welcome to attend. 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.

Thurs. 4/3: Cauliflower tomato soup, roasted chicken thighs, roasted potato, sweet corn, whole wheat roll, dessert. Option: Ham salad sandwich

Fri. 4/4: Minestrone soup, backed fish, Florentine rice, mixed vegetables, whole wheat roll, dessert. Option: Tuna salad sandwich

Mon. 4/7: Chicken soup, Sloppy Joe, pasta salad, whole wheat roll, dessert. Option: Ham & cheese on rye

Tues. 4/8: Minestrone soup, honey garlic chicken thighs, roasted carrots & broccoli, steamed white rice, whole wheat roll, dessert. Option: Tossed salad w/chicken.

CUTEST PET

WEEK

This is Roman! Roman loves cuddling, fetching his tennis balls, chasing his favorite squirrel toy and watching his favorite show: Bluey! He was adopted from Stretch for Strays Inc. Cam & Rich Frazier-Tombs

LOCAL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT SDS Heating & Cooling

When Steve Schuttert, a lifelong resident of Coventry, was still in high school, his future was headed in an unusual direction. A skilled guitarist and composer of original music, Steve’s talents had been noticed by the famous Berklee College of Music when he was only 17. Steve went on to attend this prestigious college in Boston until he ultimately realized that, though his guitar would always play a part in his life, it would not BE his future.

Enter the career Steve Schuttert was born to do ~ a highly sought-after, highly trained technician who now owns his own company, SDS Heating & Cooling, who is constantly growing professionally and working to expand his business, and who holds a dual license as both Master Pipefitter and Master Refrigeration. The same dedication and discipline he demonstrated as a musician,

accompanied by the unbendable work ethic he inherited from his German immigrant great-grandfather, are now the trademarks of this successful heating and cooling specialist.

Today, SDS Heating & Cooling is a premier business that operates throughout the region. Steve officially began his career in 2001when he earned his Oil Burner license. In 2013, he became a Master Pipefitter, and in 2015, he incorporated SDS Heating & Cooling. Being a licensed Master Pipefitter requires a high level of skill, expertise, and training. As a Master Pipefitter, Steve worked tirelessly to build his business and to stretch himself professionally.

Last year, with years of experience under his belt, Steve completed the strenuous process of earning his Master Refrigeration license. A Master Refrigeration license signifies an even higher level of expe-

rience and expertise, allowing technicians like Steve to work without restrictions on the type of refrigeration equipment they can handle. With his years of training and experience, including receiving two national awards in 2024, Steve is licensed in all areas of heating and cooling, from residential to commercial properties. He installs, maintains, and repairs heating, ventilation, air

conditioning and refrigeration systems.

Lately Steve has been busy installing the increasingly popular Mini-split systems, including ducted systems, alongside his “bread & butter” jobs that involve boilers, furnaces, radiant heating and roof-tip replacement air filters, to name but a few. Everything Steve does, he does at a level of excellence that exceeds his competitors.

Steve could be described as the ultimate problem-solver who is reliable, honest, meticulous, and hard-working. To make himself even more accountable to his customers, Steve does an in-person Manual “J” report to determine the most accurate and optimal size of heating and cooling equipment needed for any building.

One of the best business decisions Steve ever made

was to partner with Synchrony Bank to help his clients finance their heating & cooling projects. Nothing should stand in your way. Steve Schuttert of SDS Heating & Cooling can be reached at 401-419-8752 (cell) or 401-304-6957 (work). You can learn more about SDS at the website www.sdsheating.com or on Facebook and Instagram.

HAVE A WILL? Don’t let the state of RI control what happens to your assets. Contact Roy & Cook, Attorneys at Law Today!

C OY OOK & Attorneys at Law

Edward C. Roy, Jr., Esquire edward_roy@hotmail.com Geralyn M. Cook, Esquire geri_cook@hotmail.com 577 Tiogue Avenue, 2nd Floor, Coventry, RI 02816 Phone:

Edward C. Roy, Jr., Esquire edward_roy@hotmail.com Geralyn M. Cook, Esquire geri_cook@hotmail.com 577 Tiogue Avenue, 2nd Floor Coventry, RI 02816

Phone: 401-823-0488 Fax: 401 -823-0486

Real Estate Transactions

Real Estate Transactions

CRANSTON

Nareg and Charchaflian, Kenar

131 Fordson Ave Lot 9 Gonzalez, Tomas O and Hall, Wendy J Palin Jr, Richard R

Haykuhi Baccari, Erik and Baccari, Lori A

WARWICK

WARWICK

135 Chestnut Ave Parsons Frances M Est and Lynch, William R Gurbanov, Salman

132 Fordson Ave Lot 1 Crossley, Deborah A Beeley, Theresa

192 Burdick Dr Doyle, Mark G Urena, Yumery G

132 Hoffman Ave Lot 102 Poghosyan, Haykuhi Baccari, Erik and Baccari, Lori A

135 Chestnut Ave Parsons Frances M Est and Lynch, William R Gurbanov, Salman

33 Melton St Mcevoy, Donald Jean, Edward and Jean, Marilyn M

192 Burdick Dr Doyle, Mark G Urena, Yumery G

36 Cliffdale Ave Dfn T and Ndiaye, Abdoulaye M Hidalgo, Michael L

33 Melton St Mcevoy, Donald Jean, Edward and Jean, Marilyn M

4 Amanda St Alger, Thomas A and Alger, Ghyllian Boone Jr, Wayne 1/14

36 Cliffdale Ave Dfn T and Ndiaye, Abdoulaye M Hidalgo, Michael L

46 Country View Dr Bruno, William and Brunnschweiler, Christine Bissanti, Christopher R and Santos, Scarlet 1/14

55 Circuit Dr England, Mark and Mcdonald, Jennifer Lewis, Brian D and Lewis, Anne L

4 Amanda St Alger, Thomas A and Alger, Ghyllian Boone Jr, Wayne

57 Stony Brook Dr Ri Hsng & Mtg Fin Corp Young, James

46 Country View Dr Bruno, William and Brunnschweiler, Christine Bissanti, Christopher R and Santos, Scarlet

67 Ellison St Stemile, Robert W and Stemile, Edwina F Draper, Jacob and Leazott, Courtney E

55 Circuit Dr England, Mark and Mcdonald, Jennifer Lewis, Brian D and Lewis, Anne L 1/11

57 Stony Brook Dr Ri Hsng & Mtg Fin Corp Young, James

73 Strathmore Rd Stetson, William D and Stetson, Melissa J Digiammarino, Frank P and Digiammarino, Carol A 1/14

80 Conley Ave Lot 8 Maintanis, James A and Maintanis, Linda B Saccoccio Ft and Saccoccio, Louis G 1/13

67 Ellison St Stemile, Robert W and Stemile, Edwina F Draper, Jacob and Leazott, Courtney E

73 Strathmore Rd Stetson, William D and Stetson, Melissa J Digiammarino, Frank P and Digiammarino, Carol A 1/14

876 Atwood Ave 876 Atwood Ave LLC Mec Cap Partners LLC 1/14

80 Conley Ave Lot 8 Maintanis, James A and Maintanis, Linda B Saccoccio Ft and Saccoccio, Louis G 1/13

876 Atwood Ave 876 Atwood Ave

Funare Raymond W Est and Funaro, Anthony P Avarista, Steven L

EAST GREENWICH

EAST GREENWICH

16 Verndale Dr Reed, Nancy Feinberg, Samuel and Feinberg, Brianna 1/11

16 Verndale Dr Reed, Nancy Feinberg, Samuel and Feinberg, Brianna 1/11

EXETER

30 Sheffield Hill Rd Young Jr William D Est and Gersteberger, Tobi E Rothwell, Megan and Roolf-Rothwell, Jeannette 1/17

30 Sheffield Hill Rd Young Jr William D Est and Gersteberger, Tobi E Rothwell, Megan and Roolf-Rothwell,

JOHNSTON

JOHNSTON

CESSPOOL SERVICE

CHEVALIER CESSPOOL CLEANERS: Cesspools and septic tanks pumped. New systems installed. Sewer connections. 736-8313.

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

ELECTRICAL

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.

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.

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.

WEST GREENWICH

WEST GREENWICH

PLUMBING & HEATING

JOHN P. KEOGH PLUMBING & DRAIN CLEANING: Electric sewer rooter service. Master Plumber Lic. #1881. 401-862-8810.

POWER WASHING

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

$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.

OFFICIAL NOTICE ANNUAL MEETING

The Western Coventry Fire District will hold its Annual Meeting on: Monday, April 14, 2025 – 7:00 pm (Alternate date due to inclement weather will be April 21, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.) Summit Station 1110 Victory Highway, Greene, RI 02827

The meeting will be for the purpose of election of three district board members. Approving a proposed budget of $1,239,955 and a fire tax levy of $987,540 resulting in an increase of 3.82% and conducting all other district business that may be deemed necessary and appropriate.

The annual meeting information packets will be available by Wednesday April 9, 2025 at the following locations: Summit Fire Station, 1110 Victory Highway, Greene, RI; Greene Public Library 179 Hopkins Hollow Rd, Greene, RI; and Koszela Lumber, 1284 Victory Highway, Greene, RI; also available electronically on the WCFD website located at http://www.wcfd.net, and available from the district clerk at clerk@wcfd.net.

Automart

Josh’s Garage LLC

I BUY JUNK VEHICLES

$ $ $ $ $ 401-499-8601

Real Estate

Real Estate Wanted Room Wanted

Apartments for Rent

WE BUY UNWANTED HOUSES Fast! Offer in 48 Hrs. CASH... Any situation. Any condition. Call today, 595-8703.

ONE ROOM FOR OLDER MAN: He is a non-smoker with no pets. He is willing to provide light jobs around the house in exchange for room payment. 401-320-8017

Buy, Sell, or Rent Your Property with a Reminder Classified Ad. 821-2216

COVENTRY: NICE, UPSCALE

1-BEDROOM with granite, S/S appliances, laundry, off-street parking. Great location. No pets/no smoking. Must have good credit. $1495/month. Tenant pays utilities. 401-5802947.

or

JUNK CARS WANTED: Up to $500 paid. Call 401-895-7351 for quote.

Autos Wanted Detailing

DAVE’S DETAILING: $80/ Car, inside & out. I am mobile. Call: 401-477-6177.

Classified ad deadline is Thursday at 3PM Monsignor DeAngelis Manor is now

Job Market

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.

CARPET CLEANING TECHNICIANS/ TRAINEES: $700+/ Week. Valid Driver’s License. BCI required. Call Joe, 401-258-9648

Msgr. DeAngelis Manor, is located on Wakefield Street in West Warwick, centrally located on the bus route and nearby stores. Financed by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for the elderly and disabled 62 years old and over.

Please enquire now at RHM Management Co. 401-828-8040

through the Coventry Police Dept. website,

STEAK FRY

to benefit

American Cancer Society Relay for Life

Saturday, April 26 • 7–11 p.m.

Club Jogues

184 Boston St., Coventry

$25pp • Call 401.486.3719 for tickets

Raffles • 50/50 • Music by The Smidge

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) With change dominant this week, don’t be surprised to find new emerging facts that could put a slant on a situation and offer you another choice. Think it through before you decide.

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RELEASE AUG. 19, 2024

These horoscopes are for use the 26, 2024

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) There could be some lingering problems from a previous matter that involved a decision you felt you had to make. Resolve the situation with your strong Taurean no-nonsense approach.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) The Gemini’s carefully made plans could be undone by someone’s unexpected decision. Getting the full story behind a surprise move can help you decide how to deal with the matter.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Recently uncovered information might put a new light on a situation you thought had been resolved. Keep an open mind about possible changes that you might have to consider.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) With a potential revision of an old agreement, you can’t beat the Big Cat for knowing how to sharpen a “clause” to the best advantage. Meanwhile,

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19)

22) Disruptive family disputes need to be settled so that everyone can move on. Avoid assuming this burden alone, though. Ask — no, demand help with this problem.

they might benefit from a revision. In other news, a workplace matter is close to a resolution.

someone close could have the news you’ve been waiting for.

Impatience with those who don’t keep up with you can cause resistance, which, in turn, can lead to more delays. It’s best to be helpful and supportive if you want good results.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Certain issues in the workplace could put you in the middle of a dispute you’d rather not deal with. Express your honest feelings before the pressure to take sides builds up.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) A surprise announcement from a colleague could put you on the defense. Gather your facts and respond. You’ll soon find the situation shifting in your favor.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You might feel uneasy disagreeing with someone you’ve been close to. But your relationship should be able to withstand and even thrive when you confront your true feelings.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) The time spent away from a project pays off with a new awareness of options that you hadn’t considered before. Weigh them carefully before deciding which to choose.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Consider confronting a personal conflict while there’s still time to work things out. A delay can cause more problems. A longtime colleague might offer to mediate.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A romantic situation seems to be creating more confusion than you can handle. If so, own up to your feelings. The sooner you do, the better your chances are for working things out.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Some emerging matters could impede the Lion’s progress in completing an important project. Best advice: Deal with them now before they can create costly delays.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) With change directing the Archer’s aim, consider a second look at your plans and see where

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Your aspect continues to favor an expanding vista. This could be a good time to make a career move, and taking an out-of-town job could be a good way to do it.

LIBRA (September 23 to October

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Patience is called for as you await word on an important workplace situation. A personal circumstance, however, could benefit by your taking immediate action.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) New contacts help you learn some important information about upcoming developments. The week calls for the Sea Goat to be more flexible than usual in a number of matters.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Don’t lose confidence in yourself. Those doubters are likely to back off if you demand that they show solid proof as to why they think your ideas won’t work.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) With both change and uncertainty in your aspect, you might feel less confident in a previous decision. This is OK. Check it out and see where it could be modified, if necessary.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) A temporary setback might cause some unsettling moments for the usually sure-footed Goat. But keep going! The path ahead gets easier as you move forward.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) There’s welcome news from the workplace. There could also be good news involving a relationship that has long held a special meaning for you.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Old relationships that seemed to be sinking are buoyant again, and new relationships are benefiting from Cupid’s loving care. This could be a good time to make a major move!

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You still might need to cut some lingering ties to a situation that no longer has the appeal it once held. In the meantime, you can start to explore other opportunities.

BORN THIS WEEK: You prefer making your own path, but you’ll go out of your way to help someone in need. You define what it means to be a true trailblazer.

BORN THIS WEEK: Your sense of what’s right can inspire others if you remember not to push too hard to make your case. Moderation works best for you.

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