Good Day
Providence
Tuesday, March 24th, 2026
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Roger Williams Park Zoo mourns the loss of its golden lion tamarin, Raff (aged 12), who died last week from complications during pregnancy. The zoo continues to care for her partner Kyle and her youngest offspring, Colin and Nora, ensuring they receive full support. The Boston Globe
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ General Dynamics Electric Boat will hire 8,000 workers this year at its Quonset Point, North Kingstown, and Groton facilities to boost submarine production, including 3,250 new hires at Quonset Point + over 1 million sqft of manufacturing space planned in North Kingstown. The Providence Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The report traces Point Street Bridge (dating to 1872) and its evolution from a pivoting structure that once allowed ships and horse-drawn wagons to cross, with major updates in 1907 and 1927 altering its operation along the Providence River. The Providence Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brown University mathematicians created an artificial neural network that reproduces five quadruped gaits including walking, trotting, and pronking, showing how animals adjust their pace on varied terrain. The study published March 23 may boost efforts to build more autonomous quadruped robots for offline use. Brown University
- ➤ Brown University physicist Loukas Gouskos received an $850,000 DOE Early Career Award to build AI tools for studying collision data at the Large Hadron Collider — tools that will help scientists learn about the Higgs boson and its role in the universe. Brown University
- ➤ Croft School faces a financial crisis as a board announcement confirms teacher payroll is secured only until March's end (with no tuition refunds) and parents voice frustration over a leadership gap; the school remains open through March 31 as a restructuring team works on solutions. The Boston Globe
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Brown University’s free dashboard uses low-cost sensors to deliver real-time flood alerts and air quality data to officials and residents in Providence, Barrington, Bristol, and the Port of Galilee – helping them prepare for rising water levels. The Boston Globe
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Some Cranston neighbors blame a sinkhole — caused by a cracked drainage pipe on Thunder Trail — for basement floods, while city officials attribute the issue to rain, melting snow, and a high water table, with a contractor working on repairs without a set timeline. 10 WJAR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Trader Joe’s is recalling frozen meals in Providence and Warwick stores after the FDA found glass in rice packets (1-pound bags). The recall now covers nearly 37 million pounds of meals, so customers should check their products. The Boston Globe
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island’s Tammi Reiss was hired by Florida as its new women’s basketball coach on Monday, Mar. 23, tasked with rebuilding a struggling team — she led URI to a record 28 wins and its first NCAA appearance in 30 years. Rhode Island PBS
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Technology Time at the Library
1-3 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free entry — Offering free tech help in Spanish and English to empower the local Hispanic community.
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Jamie McLean Band Live
7-10 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — $22.66 — Experience an energetic blend of New Orleans soul and Delta blues with the Jamie McLean Band.
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John Mulaney: Mister Whatever
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Providence Performing Arts Center — Prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with Emmy Award-winning comedian John Mulaney in an engaging stand-up show.
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Kids That Fly - Spring Tour 2026
5-8 p.m. — Alchemy — $23.08 — Experience a lively performance by Kids That Fly with special guest SUM SUN and local support from IMMUTER.
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Jay Pharoah Stand-Up Comedy
7:00 PM – 12:30 AM — Comedy Connection — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening filled with laughter as Jay Pharoah brings his comedic talents to the stage.
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Carter Anderson Live Comedy
7-11 p.m. — Alchemy — $28.84 — Enjoy a night of laughter with Texas comedian Carter Anderson, known for his engaging style and viral videos.
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ServSafe® Alcohol Certification Class
6-8 p.m. — Woonsocket Elks Lodge #850 — Free entry — Enhance your bartending skills with a certified alcohol training class open to all professionals.
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Goldpine with Jake Hunsinger & The Rock Bottom Band
9 PM – 12 AM — The Parlour Providence — $17 — Experience bold harmonies straight from Nashville with award-winning Americana music.
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Kaleb Cohen Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Fete Music Hall — Cost TBA — Experience the unforgettable talent of Kaleb Cohen in an electrifying night of music.
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Joseph - Band Performance
7-10 p.m. — Uptown Theater — Tickets required — Experience the powerful harmonies and emotional depth of JOSEPH's latest music.
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