Good morning, Providence.

Providence Journal readers voted Pizza Mamma in Cranston as best pizza in Rhode Island on April 7 after nearly six weeks of contest among 32 pizzerias, with its brick oven pies earning 56.44% of 21,331 votes (the highest tally) against Johnston's Bar'Lino.

Wilbury Theatre presents The Comeuppance, a provocative play blending dark humor with frank reflections.

Running through April 12 at WaterFire Arts Center & 475 Valley St., the production directed by Don Mays features a local cast that engages Providence audiences in moments of eerie insight.

Wedding planner Tara Guérard confirmed on April 4 that Taylor Swift will not hold her wedding at Ocean House (Watch Hill) on the rumored June 13 date; fans expect the celebrity couple may choose another local venue for a summer celebration.

A recent Consumer Reports analysis found that grocery prices vary widely, with some chains charging more than 33%-higher rates than Walmart.

In Rhode Island, Aldi stands out with nine stores offering lower prices while Whole Foods tops the national list at nearly 40%-higher rates.

Lawmakers recommended returning control of Central Falls schools to the local community after over 30 years of state management.

The commission laid out enhanced reporting and board training measures, and the report will go to the legislature for votes before the change takes effect in July.

Brown University will distribute $50 million in grants to local workforce development partners (Building Futures and the Community College of Rhode Island) as part of its federal funding settlement, with funds set to expand apprenticeship and early education programs over the next decade.

URI introduced Colleen Mullen as the new women's basketball coach at the Ryan Center in Kingston on Tuesday, April 7.

She left Albany after eight seasons with a $400,000 base salary and will retain current players to build a championship team.

Providence men's basketball coach Bryan Hodgson prepared Tuesday as the transfer portal opened (with a 15-day window for new players) and junior Ryan Mela returned for the 2026-27 season.

High school sports saw busy play on Tuesday, Apr.

7 as local teams competed in baseball, softball, lacrosse, tennis and volleyball. Notable results include Chariho’s 3-0 softball win and North Kingstown’s 8-1 baseball victory among various local schools.

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.

Locked Shut Concert

7-10 p.m. — Alchemy — $16 adv — Experience live performances from local bands including Locked Shut, Rust, and Dropdead.

The Wolff Sisters Live

6-9 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — $20.40 — Experience harmonious tunes from a sister trio influenced by classic artists.

Stavros Halkias Comedy Show

7-10 p.m. — Providence Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a hilarious evening with one of comedy's rising stars.

Club 9Ball Performance

9 PM – 1 AM — The Parlour Providence — $13.60 — Experience an awesome local show with live music featuring Club 9-Ball.

An Evening with Alton Brown

7-10 p.m. — Providence Performing Arts Center — Ticketed — Enjoy a unique blend of humor, science, and food with Alton Brown's engaging performance.