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In today's newsletter:

  • What really happened in last week’s East Greenwich police calls?
  • How East Greenwich’s first female Eagle Scouts are reshaping local scouting
  • Can EG’s boys keep their hot streak going against Coventry Monday?

Today's riddle: What did the balloon say to the doctor? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Partly sunny and windy, with a high of 46 and low of 23 degrees.
  • Monday: Sunny, breezy and colder, temps: high: 34, low: 25.
  • Tuesday: Cloudy with a bit of snow, with a high of 36 and low of 32 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Police Log: Stray Cats No, Loose Ducks Yes (eastgreenwichnews.com) — Recent East Greenwich police logs detail arrests for disorderly conduct, DUIs, and domestic violence, along with everyday calls about pets, vandalism, and possible gunshots. The reports offer a clear snapshot of safety issues, scams, and odd calls affecting neighborhoods from Main Street to Frenchtown Road.
   

Find out what's happening in East Greenwichfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

2. East Greenwich's First Female Eagle Scouts Pave Way (eastgreenwichnews.com) — Two local teens, Corinne LeBlanc and Cadence Collette, have become East Greenwich’s first female Eagle Scouts, leading the way for about 20 girls now in Troop 2G. Their projects, from repainting Hanaford Elementary’s hallways to supporting women’s health in Providence, highlight how local scouting is shaping young female leaders right here in town.
   

3. They must be scientists, because chemistry isn't a problem for EG boys basketball (providencejournal.com) — East Greenwich High’s boys basketball team is building on last year’s playoff run with strong chemistry and a balanced offense, highlighted by an 81–67 win over Prout. Local fans can watch the Avengers try to keep that momentum going at home on Monday, Dec. 22, when they host a struggling but hungry Coventry squad.
   

4. GoLocalProv Foulkes Campaigns at Holiday Party With Bucci Just Hours After Cranston Politico's DUI Stop (golocalprov.com) — East Greenwich police are at the center of a high-profile DUI-related traffic stop involving Cranston Democratic leader Maria Bucci, whose comments to an officer were captured on body camera. Just hours later, Bucci appeared at a Cranston Democrats holiday party alongside gubernatorial candidate Helena Foulkes, raising questions about the campaign’s response while Bucci faces multiple driving-related charges and a January arraignment.
   

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  • Another fun day!
    Yesterday, I drove down to Home Depot to help get some supplies my client needed. Then, I drilled holes in the sidewalk to install reflectors for… (Nextdoor Cindyann)
  • Hello neighbors.
    Since the snow should be gone after today’s rain, looking to see if anyone would like last minute yard/gutter clean ups done this weekend or next… (Nextdoor Downtown)
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