🌱Marijuana Okayed In Pawtucket + Flying Non-Stop From R.I. Got Easier

Hey, neighbors! Karena Garrity here with your brand-new edition of the Pawtucket Daily.

First, today's weather:

Times of clouds and sun. High: 60 Low: 40.

Here are the top stories in Pawtucket today:

1. It was announced Friday that Mother Earth Wellness Ltd. was officially awarded the sixth and final new medical marijuana dispensary license by the state Office of Cannabis Regulation. The business reportedly plans to open a retail business at 125 Esten Ave., in Pawtucket. It now has nine months to meet all necessary requirements for operation, including all fire and security regulations and approval from local zoning authorities. (Providence Journa)
2. The coronavirus is holding on in the ocean state with a reported 6.4 positivity rate. The Rhode Island Department of Health reported 457 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday. (WLNE-TV (ABC6))
3. Doubling the number of non-stop flights it had in 2016, T.F. Green airport got two more non-stop flights added to its list. The flights are on Frontier Airlines to Denver and Raleigh-Durham. (Patch)

From my notebook:

• Boys & Girls Club of Pawtucket: "Our members are SO EXCITED about Hasbro's incredible sensory walk! We have been wanting one at the Club for years, and we are so grateful to Hasbro for making that dream come true!" (Facebook)
• Pawtucket YMCA: It's Healthy Kids Day at the Y! It is the perfect opportunity to get kids moving and learning, creating healthy habits they can continue while they’re away from the classroom. There will be tons of free, fun games and activities. (Facebook)
• Pawtucket Central Falls Health Equity Zone: "Ready for warm weather and creativity with The Empowerment Factory!" (Facebook)
• Pawtucket Central Falls Health Equity Zone: "Youth Health Equity Leadership Group Interested in making change in your community? Join us and Pawtucket YMCA to promote health justice and make our voices heard in Pawtucket and Central Falls Orientation Meeting." (Facebook)

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with 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.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Pawtucket Daily? Contact me at karena.garrity@patch.com