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Extended World Cup alcohol hours — Narragansett opts out
Summary
The state allowed towns to extend bar hours for the World Cup; Narragansett said no, citing safety and neighborhood impacts. Bars keep their existing license hours.
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Last discussed Jun 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
No direct fiscal impact; existing staffing budgets were set for current hours.
✅Who benefits
Residents of beach-adjacent neighborhoods who don't want bars operating into the early morning.
⚠️Who could be affected
Bar and restaurant owners who wanted to extend hours during World Cup crowds.
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