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Providence
Saturday, May 30th, 2026
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Portsmouth Town Council approved licenses for St. Anthony’s Feast to take place from July 16-19 at the Portuguese American Citizens Club—despite safety concerns following last year’s collapse that killed local teen Kelly Nevitt, with the investigation still ongoing. The Boston Globe
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A multi-family home collapsed as fire spread through three homes on Friday morning at 160 Carpenter St., displacing 8 to 10 residents. Officials confirmed all occupants safely evacuated — two firefighters were evaluated for minor injuries. The Boston Globe
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The new Whole Foods Market in Seekonk will open on June 25 at 8 a.m. at 940 Fall River Ave near the border and will showcase over 1,000 items from New England suppliers + offer free samples and tote bags for the first 300 customers. The Providence Journal
- ➤ PopUp Bagels opened its first Rhode Island location at Garden City Center in Cranston on Friday, May 29 with a grand opening event from 8 to 11 a.m. The new store offers hot, fresh bagels daily from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., including a special coffee milk schmear. 10 WJAR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ WaterFire Providence celebrates its 500th lighting today after sunset, featuring eight full and six basin lightings (a non-alcoholic toast and new musical debut are planned as international visitors arrive for summer soccer). 10 WJAR
- ➤ Providence Porchfest returns for its fourth year today from noon to 6 p.m. with hundreds of free live music performances held at dozens of homes on the East Side (rain or shine). 10 WJAR
- ➤ RISD student Darian Newman turned a Reddit comment about The Real Housewives of Rhode Island into a billboard for a class project; the sign is displayed downtown and is booked until June 4 (sparking lively local buzz). The Boston Globe
- ➤ Old Slater Mill in Pawtucket, the site of America’s first water-powered cotton mill, offers free ranger-led tours that include an eight-minute video and interpretive signs, with tours on Fridays and Saturdays in the spring and Thursdays through Sundays in the summer (check Visitor Information Station hours). The Providence Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Providence residents are invited to share graduation advice for the Class of 2026—submit your best advice by emailing [email protected] with your name, hometown and the phrase 'Graduation Advice' in the subject line. The Providence Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Brown University’s co-ed sailing team clinched the national title in St. Petersburg, Florida on May 22, with Caroline Keeffe-Jones earning a top individual honor. The roster is set to return next season to build on this historic win (the program’s first title since 1948). Brown University
- ➤ Rhode Island high school playoffs included baseball, softball, lacrosse and volleyball games on Friday, May 29. Matchups took place at various local fields featuring teams like North Kingstown and La Salle. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Freshman pitcher Molly Ganim led Lincoln to a 7 to 4 win over Kent County on Thursday, May 28 at Saylesville Elementary School by posting 4 1/3 innings in relief + setting the stage for today's Division II title game at Rhode Island College at 2 p.m. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Waterplace Park in downtown Providence is hosting PUMA's House of Portugal for the World Cup with celebrity and athlete appearances and fan events. The event remains open until Aug. 1. 10 WJAR
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Live Music at Myrtle
7:30-10 p.m. — Myrtle — Most shows are free — Experience a variety of live genres from jazz to indie rock in a local neighborhood bar setting.
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Wolves Of Glendale Concert
7-10 p.m. — Alchemy — $28.84 — Experience original music and parodies from the quirky Wolves of Glendale.
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Technology Assistance at the Library
1-3 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free entry — Providing technology help to empower the Hispanic community with skills in a bilingual setting.
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Chad Price Live
7-10 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — $17 — Don't miss this awesome lineup of talented artists for one of the best local shows in June!
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Rhode Island Anime Convention
10 a.m. — Rhode Island Convention Center — Tickets starting at $155 — Experience an unforgettable celebration of anime culture in Providence.
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Technology Time at the Library
1-3 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free entry — Offering free technology assistance in Spanish and English to empower the community.
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Citrus Design Crochet Coasters Workshop
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Community Libraries of Providence: Fox Point Library — All supplies provided — Create unique crochet coasters inspired by citrus fruits!
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Technology Time at the Library
1-2 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free entry — Offering tech assistance to empower the Hispanic community with skills in Spanish and English.
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Open Makerspace Studio for Adults
6:00 – 7:30 p.m. — Knight Memorial Library — Free entry — Explore a variety of makerspace equipment for your creative projects.
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WWE Friday Night SmackDown
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Amica Mutual Pavilion — Check for ticket prices — Watch your favorite WWE Superstars in action with exciting matches.
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