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Monday Essentials: Second Man Arrested in Johnston Kidnapping, Murder Case

Take a look at what's happening this week in and around Johnston.

Second Arrest: Johnston Police announced a second arrest in connection with the apparent double murder and kidnapping on Oaktree Drive that happened early Sunday morning. Two Providence men were being held as suspects by police in Providence and Fall River as of late Sunday afternoon.

Don't Toss Your Trash Yet
Monday, Aug. 12, is the observance of Victory Day in Rhode Island — and that means that Johnston's trash and recycling schedule is delayed one day.

Enjoy Some Vino: The North Central Chamber of Commerce is hosting its "Women and Wine Summer Soiree" on Tuesday starting at 5:30 p.m. at Nickle Creek Vineyard, 12 King Road, Foster. Tix are $25 per person. Contact the Chamber at (401) 349-4674 for more info.

Bridge Out: Starting this week, the Morgan Avenue bridge will be closed from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. for some DOT work. Detours are already going up on Central Avenue at Atwood.

How Do I Use It? Are you an Android user? The Verizon store next to Panera on Putnam Pike is hosting a free how-to seminar on using your Android device on Tuesday afternoon at 3:30 p.m.


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