Masks For RI School Kids On Tap + Central Falls Burger Wins Stars

Welcome to the Pawtucket Patch Daily — your quickest way to get caught up on the city's top stories. I'm your host, Mary Serreze. I can be reached at mary.serreze@patch.com. Feel free to send me your news tips, thoughts, and ideas.

First, today's weather: Rain in the evening and overnight. High: 78, low: 67.

Here are the top stories today in Pawtucket:

1. Masks will be recommended for all Rhode Island school children and staff this fall, regardless of vaccination status. The state's updated guidance is in keeping with new guidance from the CDC. (Patch)
2. Work in health care? Roll up your sleeve. Rhode Island hospital systems will require worker vaccinations. (U.S. News & World Report)
3. The Elisha Project and the City Of Pawtucket have officially joined forces to fight hunger. Mayor Donald Grebien announced the arrangement with an executive order. (Pawtucket Patch)
4. Morley Equities says that its purchase of a city-owned property could yield up to 500 new jobs in a warehouse and distribution center. The Valley Breeze has the scoop.
5. Stanley's in Central Falls has been named the top burger in Rhode Island by Food & Wine magazine. The venue, with its retro vibe and counter stools, was founded in 1932. (Patch)

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Today in Pawtucket

• Brass Attack performs at Notte Park in North Providence. Free, 6-8 p.m. Bring a lawn chair.
• Board of License Commissioners meets at 6 p.m. Police Captain David Holden will report on recent incidents at several venues. (agenda)
• A brief City Council meeting will follow the License Commissioner's meeting. (agenda)

Pawtucket Patch Notebook

• Pawtucket Police Department: "Serve, protect, and lifeguard! Our officers are happy to help ensure the safety of swimmers at Vets Swimming Pool." (Facebook)

That's it. You're all caught up. If you like this newsletter, sign up and tell your friends. It's simple, but it keeps us rolling. Let me know about your community events. Have a good day out there. -Mary

About me: Maine native, UMass Amherst Regional Planning alum. Stick-shift driver, explorer. I believe in good government and the public's right to know. Interested in just about everything. I still like paper maps. I can be reached at mary.serreze@patch.com.