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Sunday, May 31st, 2026

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Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 31st of May.

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Residents in eastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island heard a loud boom around 2 p.m. Saturday, May 30, and NOAA data suggests it may have been an atmospheric explosion over Cape Cod Bay. Local police in Brighton responded as officials have yet to explain the event.  The Providence Journal

SPORTS NEWS

  • North Kingstown boys volleyball swept Barrington 3-0 on Friday, May 29 in North Kingstown + the team advances to the semifinals and will face La Salle on Wednesday, June 3 at Rhode Island College’s Murray Center.  The Providence Journal
  • On Friday, May 29, Middletown pulled off a 2-1 walkoff win over Narragansett in the Division II playoffs with key hits by Cameron Carlisle and Noah Travers; their season continues Sunday as they face the Avengers and must win twice to advance.  The Providence Journal
  • Legendary World Cup captain Carlos Valderrama joined a surprise 5-by-5 match at Centreville Bank Stadium on Saturday, energizing fans at the 14th annual Adidas Gold Cup. He later met community members at Central Falls High School ahead of a summer tournament that boosts local youth soccer programs.  10 WJAR

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Wolves Of Glendale Concert

    7-10 p.m. — Alchemy — $28.84 — Experience original music and parodies from the quirky Wolves of Glendale.

    Mon, 6/1/26

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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.

    Wed, 6/3/26

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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!

    Thu, 6/4/26

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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.

    Sat, 6/6/26

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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.

    Mon, 6/8/26

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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!

    Tue, 6/9/26

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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.

    Wed, 6/10/26

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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.

    Thu, 6/11/26

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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.

    Fri, 6/12/26

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  • Dowba Montana Concert

    9 PM — SERIE 92 — Ticket info at Tickeri.com — Experience the vibrant sounds of Dowba Montana live in Providence.

    Sat, 6/13/26

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