Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
Good morning, Providence.
💼 Business
Chef Ian Cappelano opens Grumpy Pies at Track 15 this month in downtown Providence.
The new pizzeria serves Roman-style pizza by the slice, half, or whole, with rotating charcuterie and European cheeses.
Hasbro detected unauthorized access to its network last Saturday and took certain systems offline while hiring cybersecurity experts to investigate the breach in Pawtucket.
The toy maker said it will use interim measures to keep operations running, though some order delays may occur in the coming weeks.
🎭 Culture
The Real Housewives of Rhode Island premiered today, showing local women dining and socializing at venues like Water Street Kitchen and Bar (a favorite local spot).
Episode two will air Sunday, Apr. 5 at 9 p.m. on Bravo, promising more insights into the housewives’ lives.
The James Beard Foundation announced its 2026 nominees on Tuesday, naming two Rhode Island finalists.
Loma (a local venue in Providence) and chef Derek Wagner from Nicks on Broadway were recognized in the Best New Bar and Best Chef categories.
InDowncity and local boutique Queen of Hearts unveil the Spring 2026 Fashion Guide in Providence.
Shoppers can explore the guide online or at 222 Westminster Street to find colorful jackets, sleek handbags and more to welcome warm weather — a fresh look for the season.
Actor, writer and director Tim Blake Nelson, a 1986 Brown graduate, returned to campus in late March for a Brown Arts Institute conversation at the Granoff Center for the Creative Arts where he discussed how his classics degree shaped his versatile Hollywood career.
📰 Economy
Rising fuel costs spurred by the war in Iran have pushed diesel prices at the Port of Galilee to $5.75 a gallon, a more than 50% increase since February.
Local fishermen now face higher fuel bills that threaten their already slim profit margins and the broader dockside economy.
🎓 Education
Brown professor Jim Head (a former Apollo contributor) said NASA’s Artemis II, which launched on Apr.
1 and circled the Moon with four astronauts before a future return, opens a new chapter in lunar exploration, and local students are developing a 500-day mission design project.
📰 Lifestyle
A local food writer explains the challenge of eating gluten free due to a sensitivity that causes tiredness and stomach aches.
They now check menus carefully and visit gluten‐free spots like Nicks on Broadway for safe dining.
🏈 Sports
Local experts say the surge in sports betting using the only legal app (Sportsbook RI) is raising risks of addiction and urge bettors to set budgets as 24/7 mobile access could lead to excessive wagering.
They stress careful use to avoid personal harm.
🎉 Providence Events
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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.
Joseph - Band Performance
7-10 p.m. — Uptown Theater — Tickets required — Experience the powerful harmonies and emotional depth of JOSEPH's latest music.
Exhorder Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Alchemy — $26.54 — Experience the powerful sound of Exhorder alongside Skinlab and Dead By Wednesday in an energetic live show.
Farseek, Everyone Disagrees, The Apothecary Live
7-10 p.m. — Alchemy — $15 — Enjoy an evening with local acts featuring Farseek, Everyone Disagrees, and The Apothecary at a vibrant venue.
Chair Yoga Classes
12:30-1:30 p.m. — Mount Pleasant Library — Registration required — Experience the benefits of traditional yoga with the support of a chair in this accessible class.
Randy's Cheeseburger Picnic Comedy Tour
7-10 p.m. — Alchemy — Tickets starting at $30 — Enjoy a night of laughter with Randy from Trailer Park Boys filled with comedy, songs, contests, and prizes.
Annual RI Home Show
April 10-12 — Rhode Island Convention Center — Admission varies — Discover home improvement ideas and enjoy the Specialty RI Flower Show and Garden Experience.
Bloom Flower & Home Market
12-5 p.m. — The WaterFire Arts Center — Admission includes a drink ticket — Celebrate spring with 90+ vendors of plants, home decor, and art.
PACE-RI Information Presentation
3-4 p.m. — Community Libraries of Providence: Washington Park Library — Free entry — Discover the benefits of enrolling with PACE-RI during this informative session.
The Outsiders Musical
7 p.m. — Providence Performing Arts Center — Tickets required — Experience the Tony Award-winning tale of friendship and belonging in 1960s Oklahoma.
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