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Providence
Sunday, March 16th, 2025
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A longtime West End deli is set to close temporarily as owner Bryan Rinebolt battles brain cancer. The deli remains open this weekend while staff search for someone to take over if his surgery goes well. 10 WJAR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Cranston police are investigating several crimes that happened Friday morning; officers went to a home on Cranston Street at 5:00 a.m. after an attempted break-in and later looked into larcenies and a car theft from vehicles on Vera Street and Woodland Avenue. 10 WJAR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On March 14th, top researchers gathered at Brown’s Engineering Research Center for a National Academy of Engineering symposium on neurotechnology and neural engineering—Brown hosted its first such event to discuss how engineering can help understand the nervous system and treat injury and disease. Presentations included breakthroughs like brain-computer interfaces that let ALS patients control devices and research on how anesthesiology techniques may offer new treatments—highlighting the event's focus on a multidisciplinary approach. Brown University
- ➤ Dozens learned about the science of the brain at Brown University's (annual) Brain Day on March 15, 2025. The event taught community members about brain health and functions through interactive activities (such as brain art and measuring brain waves). 10 WJAR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Bryant Bulldogs won the America East championship with a 77-59 win over Maine yesterday at the Chace Athletic Center—clinching an automatic NCAA Tournament bid after wins over Maryland Baltimore and Albany. Experts project the team will be seeded as a No. 15 seed—indicating they will face a No. 2 seed, likely Michigan State, when the brackets are revealed tonight. The Providence Journal
- ➤ JWU wrestling from Providence clinched the 2025 NCAA Division III National Championship Saturday night at Amica Mutual Pavilion—seniors Joziah Fry and Hayden Brown led wins in the 125 lb and 149 lb classes—giving head coach Lonnie Morris his first national title in 27 seasons. ABC 6
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Barbarian Live Performance at Alchemy
Experience the live performance of Barbarian along with Fathom Farewell, The Last King, and Devitalized at Alchemy in Providence.
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Thin Lear Concert
Thin Lear will perform live at Myrtle in East Providence, offering an evening of music entertainment.
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Storytime Sessions at Books On the Square
Storytime will be conducted every Wednesday and Friday at 11:00 a.m. for children and families.
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Dirty Dancing in Concert
Experience the classic film 'Dirty Dancing' like never before with a live performance of its iconic soundtrack alongside a digitally remastered screening.
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Melo Green Concert at Myrtle
Melo Green will perform live at Myrtle in East Providence, offering an evening of music starting at 7 PM.
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Enchanted Flight Art Session
Participate in an in-studio painting session where you will create a colorful hummingbird masterpiece while enjoying a complimentary beverage.
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GFree Fest: A Gluten Free Food Festival
GFree Fest is an annual festival in Providence dedicated to gluten-free products and restaurants, offering attendees a day of tasting and shopping.
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Zumba Fitness with Kiki
6:30-7:30 p.m. | Roger Williams Park Gateway Center | Registration required | Get moving with a high-intensity Zumba class led by Kiki in a lively setting.
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Wee Wednesdays at Roger Williams Park Botanical Center
Weekly program for preschoolers aged 2-4 featuring nature-themed activities, crafts, and exploration at the Botanical Center.
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JLC Live: New England Residential Construction Trade Event
JLC Live is a premier trade event for residential construction in New England, featuring hands-on clinics, product demonstrations, and networking opportunities for industry professionals.
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