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First, a bit of Rhode Island trivia. Today’s trivia is brought to you by Perennial. Perennial’s new plant-based drink “Daily Gut & Brain” is a blend of easily digestible nutrients crafted for gut and brain health. A convenient mini-meal, Daily Gut & Brain” is available now at the CVS Pharmacy in Wakefield.

Now for some trivia. Did you know that Rhode Island native, John Clark Donatelli is a former professional ice hockey player and is the former head coach of the AHL's Wilkes-Barre /Scranton Penguins? Donatelli was a long-time minor league player in the American Hockey League and International Hockey League. He played 35 games in the NHL. Donatelli played for the American national team at several World Championships, and the 1988 and 1992 Winter Olympics.

Now, we turn our feature story….

Westerly's planning staff is working with the Town Council to tackle initiatives included in the revised Comprehensive Plan.

The new plan, which was adopted by the Town Council and approved by the state Division of Statewide Planning in May, sets out goals to reflect the development and preservation priorities. Reaching the goals requires input from the town's planning, zoning and other boards as well as the approval of the Town Council.

Todd Romano, the lawyer who represents the Zoning Board of Review, presented a schedule etched out by the Department of Development Services for getting proposals related to the priorities before the Town Council during the next 18 months. Council President Sharon Ahern invited Romano to make the presentation.

Ahern said: "I wanted the council to see it and the public to be aware that we are working on it, so that they see that it is in the works and that there is a path forward," 

Romano said: "It it is an aggressive schedule but we all believe this council all has the experience and knowledge.”.

There are five priorities: revisions to the aquifer protection overlay regulations; creation of a river overlay protection area; redevelopment of the downtown; a Route 1 study; the creation of a floodplain and special area management plan.

The proposed aquifer protection zone and regulation changes are expected to be submitted to the Town Council for its Oct. 25 meeting reflecting changes in how the Department of Environmental Management monitors and manages groundwater.

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There are a lot of businesses in our community that are hiring right now, so we’re excited to tell you about some new job listings. Today’s Job posting comes from Cargill in Westerly. They’re looking for shipping and receiving associates. You’ll be responsible for working in a fast paced environment packing meat products. Pay is up $20.00 per hour. If you’re interested and think you’d be a good fit for the role you can apply using the link in our episode description.

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Today we’re remembering the life of Nancy Kondracki left this world after a long illness complicated by COVID-19.

Nancy was born in Shrewsbury, Vermont and  is survived by her husband of 32 years, Steven; a sister, Bonnie; a brother, Ronnie; and her two beloved dogs, Tracker and Gabby.

Nancy was a very talented and creative individual, always positive and always full of life. She excelled in doing arts and crafts. Nancy loved all of God's creatures and took care of several wild animals in need. She was a huge fan of Elvis Presley.

Nancy loved social events, country music, going to the casino and fishing. She always made others feel welcome and comfortable in her presence.

Thank you for taking a moment with us today to remember and celebrate Nancy’s life.

That’s it for today, we’ll be back next time with more! Also, remember to check out our sponsor Perennial, Daily Gut & Brain, available at the CVS on Main St. in Wakefield!

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