Good Day
Providence
Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Doug Lane, honoring the memory of his wife Christine and son Spencer killed in last year's mid-air crash, works with victim families to improve aviation safety + plans a dog park in her memory at Haines Memorial State Park in Barrington. The Providence Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island was named by explorers: Dutch explorer Adrian Block called it 'Roodt Eylandt' for its red clay (another theory suggests Italian explorer Giovanni da Verrazzano linked it to Rhodes). Settled in the 1630s, it became the last of the 13 colonies to join in 1790. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Director Lynne Collinson presents Shelagh Stephenson’s play The Memory of Water at Burbage Theatre Co. (59 Blackstone Ave, Pawtucket) through Feb. 8. The production follows three estranged sisters gathering to lay their mother to rest and face deep family wounds with moments of dark humor; tickets are $35 with fees. The Boston Globe
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Heavy snowfall led crews in Cranston to clear sidewalks and roads so that schools could open Tuesday—some districts offered two-hour delays while Providence Public Schools gave a second snow day. 10 WJAR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Snow removal crews began clearing Providence streets on Tuesday after heavy snowfall left many roads down to one lane & schools closed. Mayor Smiley said crews will widen streets and the city is preparing for extra snow from a potential weekend storm. The Boston Globe
- ➤ A Rhode Island legislative commission recommended establishing a URI medical school to address the local primary care shortage and boost the local economy. The commission proposed $20m in seed funding for fiscal 2027 + recurring annual support from 2029. The Boston Globe
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The sister of the Conjuring House owner has dropped her bid to block Jason Hawes' purchase of the Burrillville property + a pending guardianship hearing set at 8:45 a.m. in Boston and a separate receivership case keep the sale in contention. The Providence Journal
- ➤ The Providence Board of Contract and Supply is recommending Richard Gavranich and Mark Albert’s $1.5 million bid to convert the old Humboldt Fire Station into three residential units and secure storage for their classic car collection, with completion planned by summer. The project is subject to restoration standards. The Boston Globe
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Native Seed Sowing Workshop
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Community Libraries of Providence: Fox Point Library — Free entry — Get hands-on experience in sowing native seeds to support local pollinators and create a beautiful garden.
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Sporting Concert
6-10 p.m. — Alchemy — Tickets available — Experience the melodies of Sporting with energetic music and engaging performances.
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Rhode Island Brew Fest - Session 1
1-4 p.m. — The WaterFire Arts Center — Ticketed event — Celebrate craft beer with samples from over 50 breweries and 200 styles.
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Anthony Rodia Live Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Comedy Connection — Tickets start at $69 — Experience the hilarious skits and relatable humor of the 'King of Off the Boat Comedy'.
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Tech Time at the Library
1-3 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free entry — Offering bilingual tech assistance to empower the Hispanic community through essential skills.
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Chatty Cats Gathering
4-5 p.m. — Wanskuck Library — Free entry — Engage with fellow cat enthusiasts through discussions, snacks, and creative activities.
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Cider Vibes Presents: Debutants and The Whistles
8-11 p.m. — Fete Music Hall — Entry fee varies — Experience a night of bluegrass and cider-themed melodies from The Debutants and The Whistles.
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Lunar Tide Art Session
7-9:30 p.m. — Paint and Vino — Complimentary beverage included — Unleash your creativity while enjoying a drink in a fun artistic atmosphere.
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Aurora Sky Painting Session
7-9:30 p.m. — Paint and Vino — Complimentary beverage included — Unleash your creativity in a relaxing atmosphere with friends.
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Technology Time at the Library
1-3 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free entry — Offering free tech assistance in Spanish and English to empower the local Hispanic community.
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