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Hello, neighbors! It's me again, Karena Garrity, your host of the Pawtucket Daily.

First, today's weather:

Windy with clouds and sun. High: 56 Low: 40.

Here are the top three stories in Pawtucket today:

1. Looking to add a furry friend to your family and make a positive impact on the Pawtucket community at the same time? Perhaps it's time to adopt a pet! (Pawtucket Patch)
2. The Pawtucket Hall of Fame Committee is currently seeking nominations for the 2022 Pawtucket Hall of Fame. This annual signature event is a celebration to recognize those individuals whose efforts have made a positive lasting impact on the city of Pawtucket. (City of Pawtucket)
3. Enjoy a weekend of music in Providence as the Rhode Island Philharmonic will present "Beethoven's Ninth" in a season finale on Friday, May 6 and Saturday, May 7 at The Vets. Visitors will be treated to guest conductor Leonard Slatkin leading the 2021-2022 Amica Rush Hour Series concert on Friday at 6:30 p.m., as well as the 2021-2022 Taco Classical Series concert on Saturday at 8 p.m., featuring the Providence Singers. Be sure to catch at least one of these two final shows of the season. (Valley Breeze)

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Today in Pawtucket:

• Take & Make Kits - Pawtucket Public Library (12:00 AM)
• Bunny Scavenger Hunt - Pawtucket Public Library (12:00 AM)
• Baseball: Varsity League Scituate Slater Park - Pawtucket, RI McConnon Field (4:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Pawtucket Police Department: "It's that time again, time for the 9 pm routine! Make sure all valuables are removed from your vehicle, make sure your vehicle is locked, and check all exterior doors and windows to make sure they are also locked."(Facebook)
• News Café: Third annual outside artist market and flea this Sunday! Come hang in the sunshine and check out local made art, collectibles, and assorted crafts/ treasures! This event is free- outdoors- all age from 2 p.m.-6 p.m! (Facebook)
• Heritage Alliance of Pawtucket: Mineral Spring Cemetery Walking Tour on Saturday, April 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. (Facebook)

Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Karena Garrity

About me: I am a URI graduate and I have been a community reporter for the better part of the past 20 years. I love Pawtucket and I am honored to be a part of Patch.com. You can reach me at; karena.garrity@patch.com.

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