Good morning, Providence.

Community leaders are set to revive a Providence asset as they lead a tour of the Cranston Street Armory at 9 a.m. May 4 and stage a presentation by Scout Ltd. leaders at 4 p.m. May 3.

The effort aims to transform the 1907 building into a community hub.

Advocate Helen Hames founded Age Ambassador to help families plan for senior living, providing personalized guidance on home care and community options (with attention to financial and legal needs) and expanding her service throughout New England.

Cannabis cultivators and cooperative dispensary applicants say the Cannabis Control Commission has taken too long in processing licenses (raising concerns over future operations) and they expect regulators to offer clearer timelines soon.

College Hill’s steep terrain has spurred creative transit solutions over the years; Providence once tested cable cars (and later electric trolleys and a tunnel) to ease climbs, and today residents including RISD student Buck Buettner navigate shortcuts amid ongoing bus service changes.

Brown seniors Zein Faheem and Caelle Joseph will serve as orators at the 258th University Commencement on Sunday, May 24.

They will reflect on building community — a tradition spanning over 250 years — as they address their fellow graduates.

Ocean State Climate Alliance, led by Michael Kadish and Rachel Roseneck — experienced energy advocates — will organize businesses to support energy reform with a bill to speed up solar permitting at the State House.

Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce and AFL-CIO back the group, which will support candidates later.

Governor McKee has proposed changes to let pharmacists prescribe treatments for common conditions and to ease Certificate of Need reviews by raising the capital threshold to $50-million, aiming to improve care access and lower costs for families.

Doctors at Brown's Warren Alpert Medical School said that taking several psychiatric medications together may raise overdose risks — they urge patients to tell their doctors about all their prescriptions to help prevent harmful interactions.

Newport Hospital announced it will keep the only local hospital-based birthing center open to save families a 40-minute drive amid mounting financial pressures from its recent Massachusetts acquisitions, and advocates are pushing for state funding plus a clear plan to ensure long-term sustainability.

Local eateries, breweries and shops welcome dogs with outdoor dining and special menus (like a cocktail for canines) across Providence.

The guide shows pet perks available now and advises visitors to call ahead for details.

Former Providence coach Kim English (after a season marked by mixed results) joined Michael Malone’s staff at North Carolina on Monday, leaving the Friars to help the Tar Heels rebuild their men’s basketball program.

High school softball games on Monday saw teams including Moses Brown, Westerly, and Cranston West competing in key duels as standout performers such as Will Haggerty and Izzy Marcano drove success—statewide matchups produced scores from shutouts to high runs.

Local fans now vote for Week 2 Longplex Athlete of the Week in Softball featuring nominees Frankie Arnold, Erin Popowich, Trinity Provencher, Mia Ruggieri, and Lucia Whyte.

Voters must cast their vote online (no emails accepted) until Friday and the winner will be revealed next week.

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.

Relax with RICBA

4-5 p.m. — Wanskuck Library — Free entry — Discover exciting children's literature and help choose your favorites in the Rhode Island Children's Book Awards.

Project Chick Presentation

1-2 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free entry — Engage in a hands-on presentation about Dominique chickens and eggs led by a Casey Farm educator.

Appliqué Leaves Workshop

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free entry — Explore the Woonasquatucket Watershed while creating appliqué leaves for a community quilt.

NENE LA AMENAZZY Live Concert

9:30 PM - 1:30 AM — Serie 92 RI — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating sounds of NENE LA AMENAZZY in a vibrant Providence setting.

PanCAN PurpleStride Rhode Island 2026

9 AM — Temple To Music — Free entry — A family-friendly walk to support pancreatic cancer research and honor survivors and loved ones.