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Gaudet Open House Fun

The open house Thursday night at Gaudet was packed with families, fun and food. Thanks to everyone who attended along with all our community partners, donors and sponsors, who help make #MiddletownRI an even better place to live, work and play.

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GAUDET OPEN HOUSE FAMILY FUN

MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (SEPTEMBER 22, 2023) – Gaudet Learning Academy an...

Gaudet Middle School Public Tours Available

Come get a behind-the-scenes look at Gaudet Middle School next week, the first of our public tours of the local schools. Hear from those who work in the building every day in #MiddletownRI. Reservations required for Sept. 29 tour. Call 846-6395 for more.

Induction Weekend For Middletown Athletic Hall Of Fame

Congratulations to the seventh class of the #MiddletownRI Athletic Hall of Fame, which will be inducted Oct. 27-28. Inductees: the 1993 Gymnastics Team, Christine Martin Clancey ('96), Dan MacGregor ('03), Rico McCray ('11), Coach Jo Maguire (1978-2002).

Middletown Police Open House

#MiddletownRI Police Chief Anthony Pesare listens as former New England Patriot and Super Bowl XLIX champ Eric Martin Jr. speaks during a recruiting open house Tuesday night. Visit https://mdl.town/Police to learn more. Application deadline Sept. 26.

Prelude To Hurricane Lee

This footage was shot and compiled by #MiddletownRI Public Affairs Officer Matt Sheley prior to Hurricane Lee on Sept. 15, 2023. It shows the heavy wave action at Surfer's End of Second Beach before the storm. Visit https://mdl.town/Lee for more.

"The Island Oasis" Food Pantry Officially Opens

Thanks to the hard work of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center and the #MiddletownRI schools, there's a new food pantry at MHS. On Wednesday, "The Island Oasis" officially opened to help students and their families in a positive way.

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Middletown Police Open House

Looking to learn more about the #MiddletownRI Police and what goes into being a police officer? Stop by Tuesday night from 6-8 at the Middletown Police Station and hear former New England Patriot and Super Bowl champ Eric Martin Jr. and more.

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Weather Makes For Tough Opening Of School

Gaudet Principal Billy Niemeyer said warm weather in #MiddletownRI made for a tough first week of school, although everyone did their best. "Our teachers and maintenance staff were scrambling and it caused problems everywhere because the building is old."

Early Childhood Programs Available Now

The East Bay Community Action Program is enrolling for early childhood programs now at Aquidneck and Forest Avenue schools in #MiddletownRI. Visit EBCAP online for more.

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Family Day Is On The Way

The 14th annual #MiddletownRI Family Day is Oct. 7 sponsored by the Middletown Prevention Coalition. Visit Family online for more.

Tips For Parents

The #MiddletownRI Prevention Coalition knows parenting isn't easy and offers tips to help youngsters and families with the beginning of the 2023-2024 school year. Visit MPC for more.

Prepare For Hurricane Season

#MiddletownRI emergency responders remind everyone it's never too early to prepare for a hurricane or other potential disasters. Visit https://mdl.town/Ready for proven advice and suggestions about how best to be ready in case of emergency.

Teaching Is Tough In An 85 Degree Classroom

Shannon Dugan said teaching isn't easy, but when it's 85 degrees in her Aquidneck School classroom, it's next to impossible. "This morning, everybody's gone to the water fountain three times and some kids are sitting on the floor because it's cooler."

Middletown Remembers

The Town of #MiddletownRI remembers the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001 on our nation. Never forget.

Board & Committee Members Needed

Several volunteer boards and committees in #MiddletownRI need help. Visit Help to learn more and sign up. Without our volunteers, the town would never be able to accomplish nearly as much.

Bicycle Safety Event

Get in on the fun and festivities during a Sept. 30 "Bicycle Safety Event" sponsored by the Middletown Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee. Visit BPAC online for more.

School's Open -- Drive Safely

#MiddletownRI Police remind everyone that school is back in session and to drive safely with more youngsters out and about. Visit Safe for more.

Tips For A Successful School Year

The #MiddletownRI Prevention Coalition offers tips for students and families to thrive and make the 2023-2024 school year the best yet. Visit https://mdl.town/MPC for more.

Mark Your Calendars For Middletown Family Day

"Family Day" for #MiddletownRI will be here on Oct. 7 before you know it. Make sure to mark your calendars for family fun sponsored by the Middletown Prevention Coalition. Visit https://mdl.town/MPC for more.

Welcome To Forest Avenue School

New Principal Becky Silveira welcomes everyone to the opening of Forest Avenue School in #MiddletownRI High on Sept. 6. Don't worry, there are still weeks of summer before school starts. Visit https://mdl.town/ForestAvenue to see a video with more.

Welcome To Aquidneck School

Principal Erica Bulk welcomes everyone to the opening of Aquidneck School in #MiddletownRI on Sept. 6. Don't worry though kids, there are still weeks of summer and fun before school starts. Visit https://mdl.town/Aquidneck to see a video with more.

Welcome To Gaudet Middle School

Principal Billy Niemeyer welcomes everyone to the opening of Gaudet Middle School in #MiddletownRI on Sept. 6. Don't worry though, there are still several weeks of summer remaining before school starts. Visit https://mdl.town/GMS to see a video with more.

Welcome To Middletown High

New Principal Donna Sweet welcomes everyone to the opening of #MiddletownRI High on Sept. 6. Don't worry though kids, there are still several weeks of summer and fun remaining before school starts. Visit https://mdl.town/MHS to see a video with more.