Good Day
Providence
Wednesday, April 15th, 2026
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ New dining spots are launching as Maven's Delicatessen opens on Thayer St and Nitro Bar is set to debut at 134 Ives St on the East Side. Matunuck Oyster Bar reopens today under a tent on Succotash Road in South Kingstown & serves seasonal seafood. The Providence Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Gamm Theatre presents Martin McDonagh’s play 'The Cripple of Inishmaan' in Warwick. The dark comedy follows a young orphan seeking escape from an oppressive town in 1934 and runs through May 3 (tickets cost $70-$80). The Boston Globe
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Brown University researchers have launched a website that tracks real-time gasoline and diesel price hikes from Iran's war, showing an extra $150 for the average household. The tracker, based on AAA data and federal sources, helps local consumers plan for higher fuel costs. Brown University
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Most public schools across the state will observe spring break the week of Patriots' Day with most starting on Monday, April 20, while some districts, such as Barrington Public Schools, have set different vacation dates. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Central Falls may soon regain control of its schools after a study commission recommended the district return to local management beginning in July; Mayor Maria Rivera (whose term ends after 2028) led a plan that won support from Governor Dan McKee and legislative leaders while Providence schools remain under state control since 2019. The Boston Globe
- ➤ Brown University President Christina Paxson announced a committee will recommend a permanent memorial honoring Ella Cook and MukhammadAziz Umurzokov, the two students killed in December. The committee will gather input from students, faculty, staff & alumni and share its report by the end of Fall. 10 WJAR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 538 pothole damage claims have been filed with RIDOT this year, potentially costing tens of thousands if all claims are approved. Drivers must file within seven days with supporting documents to receive up to $300 in reimbursement. 10 WJAR
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Brown University plans to demolish four multi-family homes on Brook Street (Fox Point) to build a new economics building measuring 50,000 sqft; formal approval from the City Plan Commission is pending while local preservationists express concerns over losing housing options. Go Local Prov
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Providence College signed fourth guard Devin Vanterpool from Florida Atlantic on Tuesday, April 14. The redshirt sophomore averaged 15.8 points and 6.2 rebounds as his commitment came while teammate Jamier Jones transferred to Missouri. Go Local Prov
-
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.
-
Killer Queen - A Tribute to Queen
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Uptown Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary hits of Queen with an authentic tribute performance.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Good habits make time your ally. Bad habits make time your enemy.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Good Day Providence
Welcome to the Good Day Providence, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Providence, Rhode Island community. If you like the Good Day Providence, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Providence.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Providence and across Rhode Island. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Good Day Providence
A free Providence community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://gooddayprovidence.com/sitemap