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Providence
Saturday, March 29th, 2025
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Gary Gromkiewicz and Michael Lambert were sentenced to life today for the 2022 murder of pregnant Leila Duarte Da Luz after cell phone data tracked them from Brockton to Carbuncle Pond in Coventry—Gromkiewicz tried to represent himself by saying he did not kill her, but the judge denied his request. ABC 6
- ➤ Two men convicted of murdering Leila Duarte Da Luz—the pregnant woman from Coventry in 2022—were sentenced to life in prison on Friday. ABC 6
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Screenings of 'Secret Mall Apartment' have been extended through April 2 at Providence Place — the documentary details how eight artists created a secret apartment in the mall. Michael Townsend, the artist behind the project, now holds surprise Q&A sessions as the film also shows at Showcase Cinemas in Warwick and North Attleboro. The Providence Journal
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, a partial solar eclipse begins before sunrise in Providence and lasts until 7:06 a.m.—cloudy skies may hamper views, so NASA advises protecting phone sensors by using a solar filter or holding eclipse glasses in front of the lens when recording the event. The Providence Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Jack Reed criticized the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services plan to cut 10,000 jobs and close half its regional offices as a risk to public health. He said the cuts will weaken agencies like the CDC and FDA—potentially leading to reduced Medicaid and Medicare services and a heavier burden on local communities. The Providence Journal
- ➤ RIPTA is planning a new bus hub in downtown Providence and has selected two locations near the train station — one on Park Row West and one on Francis Street. The agency will study the Francis Street site further as it works to overcome a budget gap after strong support for moving the hub out of Kennedy Plaza emerged. The Boston Globe
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Live Music Event Featuring Voices In Vain, Cooked, Edict, and Wichita Pete
The Hammer Collective presents a matinee live music event featuring local bands Voices In Vain, Cooked, Edict, and Wichita Pete & the Washboards at Alchemy in Providence, Rhode Island.
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Date Night - Tuscany
6:00 – 8:30 PM — Chef Walters Cooking School — $ — Experience the flavors of Tuscany in a beautifully themed culinary evening.
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The Tempest
7:30-11:30 p.m. | Trinity Repertory Company | Ticket prices vary | Experience a captivating performance of La Tempestad live from the iconic Trinity Repertory Company.
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Big Spring Book Sale at Rochambeau Library
3:30-4:30 p.m. — Rochambeau Library — Free entry — Enjoy reading aloud and crafting activities for kids of all ages during April's Battle of the Books.
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La Tempestad in Providence
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Trinity Repertory Company — Ticket prices vary — Experience an engaging performance of La Tempestad at the renowned Trinity Repertory Company.
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Will Dailey's Album Release Party with Mary McAvoy
8-11 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — Tickets available — Experience eight-time Boston Music Award winner Will Dailey performing songs from his new album, Boys Talking.
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KPOP Night Dance Party
8 PM – 12 AM — Fete Music Hall — Entry fee varies — Enjoy a night of dancing to the latest K-pop hits spun by the hottest local DJs.
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La Tempestad in Providence
6:00 PM — Trinity Repertory Company — Ticket prices vary — Experience a unique performance while supporting a cause of your choice.
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Annual Rhode Island Home Show
Various times — Rhode Island Convention Center — Admission fee varies — Explore Southern New England's largest home improvement showcase featuring gardens, energy solutions, and brewing innovations.
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Foolproof Friday Songwriter Series with J. Michael Graham
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Foolproof Brewing Company — Check for any applicable fees — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring J. Michael Graham and special guest performances.
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