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Providence
Wednesday, March 5th, 2025
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two children, an adult, and a dog were rescued from a two-alarm house fire in Providence's Hartford neighborhood. Go Local Prov
- ➤ All lanes of Interstate 195 West at the Rhode Island and Massachusetts border are closed due to a serious traffic accident, causing significant traffic disruptions. The Boston Globe
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A coalition in Rhode Island advocates for a new surtax on incomes over $625,000, aiming to generate $190 million in revenue annually. ABC 6
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ La Salle boys hockey team advances to the Frozen Four semifinals with back-to-back shutout wins over Barrington, setting up a match against Hendricken. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Lincoln School triumphed over Prout with a 39-24 victory to clinch their first-ever RIIL Division III Girls Basketball championship, led by a standout performance from Reign Whiteing. The Providence Journal
- ➤ The 2025 RIIL Division I boys and girls basketball championship games feature top-ranked teams competing at The AMP on Tuesday, highlighting high-stakes matchups with North Kingstown vs. Ponaganset for girls and La Salle vs. Hendricken for boys. The Providence Journal
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Lawrence Concert at The Strand Ballroom
Lawrence will perform live at The Strand Ballroom & Theatre in Providence, featuring their popular soulful music.
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The Lotts with Atlantic Thrills
Experience greasy garage rock from the UK at The Parlour in Providence.
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Meera Raphael Concert at Red Ink Community Library
Experience a live performance by Meera Raphael at the Red Ink Community Library in Providence.
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Irish Sundays at Aidan's Pub
Experience traditional Irish music, sea shanties, and original tunes in a lively atmosphere at Aidan's Pub.
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The Surfrajettes Live at Alchemy
The Surfrajettes will perform live at Alchemy in Providence, showcasing their unique sound and style.
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Fool's Gold, SorryWe'reClosed!, and Buggy Boy Live
The Hammer Collective hosts a live music event featuring Fool's Gold, SorryWe'reClosed!, and Buggy Boy at The Parlour in Providence.
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Story Time with Mrs. Toni
A free program for children ages 2-5 to enjoy fun stories, bilingual songs, and social connections with parents and caregivers.
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Charles Wesley Godwin Concert at The Strand Ballroom
Charles Wesley Godwin will perform live at The Strand Ballroom in Providence, featuring his unique sound and musical style.
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Love in Bloom: Create a Beautiful Sunflower Bouquet
Participate in a creative painting session where attendees can craft a sunflower bouquet while enjoying a complimentary beverage.
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Brant Bjork Trio with Spirit Mother
Brant Bjork will perform live at Alchemy in Providence, featuring music from his latest projects.
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