Good Day
Providence
Saturday, January 17th, 2026
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of January.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Providence officials confirmed that a deadly fire on Princeton Avenue on Christmas Day claimed the lives of Emilia Severino and her son Yoel Morales; a GoFundMe supports displaced families while Severino’s other son remains hospitalized. 10 WJAR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Eureka Day is a satirical comedy now playing at the Gamm Theatre in Warwick until Feb. 1; it follows a school community dealing with a mumps outbreak and vaccine debate in a humor-filled, engaging style. Rhode Island PBS
- ➤ Two local voices show how to correctly say all 39 towns in the state. Edward Fitzpatrick from Rhode Island Report and North Providence Mayor Charlie Lombardi created an educational video to help listeners avoid mispronouncing Pawtucket. The Boston Globe
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brown University will name its soon-to-open indoor turf facility Penner Field House in recognition of a generous gift from the Penner Family Foundation later this month. The 76,000-sqft facility will replace Meister-Kavan Field and offer year-round athletic training and recreation for varsity and club teams. Brown University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island law lets you open and keep a package if it is addressed to you, but if it is for someone else or a past resident, you must return it to the post office. Federal rules say tampering with mis-delivered mail may lead to fines or jail time. The Providence Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Brown University professor and an emergency doctor say that Rhode Island should consolidate hospital inpatient services while keeping essential emergency care at two struggling hospitals. Their plan suggests shifting one hospital to a freestanding emergency department to protect access—this move could help workers and patients amid funding challenges. The Boston Globe
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Cranston’s Garden City Center announced that two new restaurants will open this year and two more sites will debut next year — offering meals from noodles to bagels to Mexican specialties. The center will host its first local dining options all in one spot. The Providence Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Friars came from behind to beat Big East rival Creighton at the AMP on Jan. 16, showing a comeback that raised team confidence ahead of upcoming games. The Providence Journal
- ➤ La Salle boys hockey beat Moses Brown in a close home game. The team played hard and secured the win at their rink. The Providence Journal
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Starlit Bottle Lamp Workshop
1-3:30 p.m. — Paint and Vino — Complimentary beverage included — Create your own bottle lamp while enjoying a drink in a relaxed studio setting.
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Technology Time at the Library
1-3 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free entry — Offering free tech help in Spanish to empower the Hispanic community with digital skills.
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Vibrant Visions
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Paint and Vino — Complimentary beverage included — Unleash your creativity in a fun paint and sip experience.
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Read More, Learn More!
6-7 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free entry — Unlock the magic of stories with Ms. Carol every week on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays.
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Suffs Theater Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Providence Performing Arts Center — Last-minute tickets available — Experience a thrilling theater production at one of Providence's favorite venues.
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A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Strand Ballroom — Ticket pricing available — Experience an electrifying performance from A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie in Providence.
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AS220 Presents: DD Island, Winkler, and Spirit Ghost
7-8 p.m. — AS220's Empire Street Complex — No cover charge — Enjoy an evening of eclectic performances by local artists in a vibrant community venue.
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Providence Restaurant Weeks
Lunch and dinner daily — Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau — Prices vary — Indulge in two weeks of delectable dining offers from local restaurants.
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Story Time for Young Children
10:15-11:00 a.m. — Wanskuck Library — Free — Enjoy stories, activities, and meet new families in a fun and engaging environment.
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Music and More! Toddler Group
10:15-11:00 a.m. — Wanskuck Library — Free entry — Enjoy interactive music, dancing, and crafts for toddlers and their caregivers.
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~ Benjamin Franklin
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