Good Day
Providence
Thursday, February 12th, 2026
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ It is the one year anniversary of Echo Village, a temporary housing site using pallet shelters for up to 45 people in Providence (providing safe shelter). The nonprofit House of Hope extended the lease through September 2026 (approved unanimously by the State Properties Committee). 10 WJAR
- ➤ The RISPCA is launching its third Love Stinks fundraiser in Warwick ahead of Valentine’s Day to fund care for shelter cats; donors can contribute $10 and submit names to spark playful feline retribution (retripution) this year. Rhode Island PBS
- ➤ Rhode Island’s 2-1-1 hotline answered nearly 100,000 contacts last year and made thousands of referrals for housing, food, and utility help while celebrating 2-1-1 Day on Feb. 11. The 20-person team at United Way continues helping locals find support + resources during hard times. The Boston Globe
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Trinity Brewhouse in Providence reopened after renovations this week. Owners updated the brewpub with modern wood panels & a fresh green look while keeping its original charm. 10 WJAR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Ryan J. Boisvert, a 48-year-old from Narragansett, was found dead on Washington Street in late January (early on Jan. 28) after temperatures dropped into single digits, prompting renewed calls for a coordinated emergency response to extreme cold. The Providence Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island is gearing up for an AI future. A report from the AI Task Force outlines plans to upgrade government work + train workers on new tech, as the state moves to boost digital skills and modernize services. Rhode Island PBS
- ➤ U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth visited General Dynamics Electric Boat's Quonset Point shipyard on Feb. 9 where workers build nuclear submarines for the Navy + company official Charlie Montalbano escorted him through the facility. The Providence Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A summit at Brown University on Feb. 11 brought together health care leaders, policymakers, and community stakeholders to discuss access to primary care and affordability challenges. The event underscored the need for more residency spots & increased federal funding to address statewide issues. Brown University
- ➤ Freezing weather does not curb ticks and spotted lanternflies as these pests survive winter by sheltering in leaf litter (URI expert Tom Mather) and using natural antifreeze tactics, while spring moisture and land management shape their numbers in Rhode Island. The Providence Journal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The historic Merchants Bank building is on the market at 20 Westminster St. in downtown Providence amid a shifting financial district + built in 1855, the brownstone features ground-floor retail and ten rented apartments near landmarks such as the Textron tower and iconic Superman building. The Boston Globe
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Brown University's new Penner Field House opened in January, providing a 76,000 sqft indoor turf facility for varsity teams, club sports and recreational play during harsh winter conditions; it now supports more training sessions and intramural sports with plans to expand offerings this semester. Brown University
- ➤ Historic Pawtucket rivals Shea and Tolman played their final boys basketball game on Feb. 9 — ending a longstanding clash that had energized local fans. The Providence Journal
-
Simon and Garfunkel Through The Years
6:59-11 p.m. — Stadium Theatre — $31, $36, $41 — Experience an enchanting tribute to Simon & Garfunkel's timeless hits performed by Bookends accompanied by a live string quartet.
-
Convoluted Music Showcase
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Alchemy — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an eclectic mix of sounds featuring performances from Convoluted, Depopulatemontana, and others.
-
Lovely Gnomes Painting Class
1-3:30 p.m. — Paint and Vino — Complimentary beverage included — Unleash creativity with a fun family painting session featuring adorable gnomes.
-
Read More, Learn More!
2:30-5:30 p.m. — Community Libraries of Providence: Washington Park Library — Free entry — Unlock the magic inside every story with Ms. Carol every week.
-
Crochet Snowflake Workshop
6-7:30 p.m. — Fox Point Library — Free entry — Create your own crochet snowflake in a cozy evening workshop for beginners.
-
DePaul Blue Demons vs. Providence College Friars Women's Basketball
7-9 p.m. — Peterson Recreation Center — Tickets available — Catch the heated rivalry as the Blue Demons take on the Friars in women's basketball.
-
Sam Morril Stand-Up Comedy Show
7-11 p.m. — Comedy Connection — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with New York City's stand-up comedian Sam Morril.
-
Belleville Senators vs Providence Bruins
7:05-9:05 p.m. — Amica Mutual Pavilion — Check out the streaming options to catch the game live or on replay.
-
RI VegFest
12-5 p.m. — WaterFire Arts Center — Early entry tickets available — Explore Rhode Island's first fully vegan festival featuring 85+ vendors and a welcoming atmosphere for all.
-
Black Violin Full Circle Tour
7-10 p.m. — Uptown Theater — Cost not specified — Experience a unique blend of classical music and hip-hop with Grammy-nominated duo Black Violin.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The reason to win the game is so that you can be free of it.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Good Day Providence
Welcome to the Good Day Providence, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Providence, Rhode Island community. If you like the Good Day Providence, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Providence.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Providence and across Rhode Island. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Good Day Providence
A free Providence community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://gooddayprovidence.com/sitemap