Good Day
Providence
Friday, July 4th, 2025
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Providence fire officials said a house fire on Douglas Avenue Thursday morning displaced four people while no one was injured—investigation into the cause continues. 10 WJAR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ East Providence police arrested 27-year-old Joey Marsden after he allegedly stomped on a Cape Verdean flag during a city hall flag raising ceremony and charged him with vandalism and disorderly conduct plus authorities are investigating if his actions will be considered a hate crime. ABC 6
- ➤ A 27-year-old man from Lincoln was arraigned in East Providence on Thursday for allegedly stomping on a Cape Verdean flag during a Cape Verdean independence celebration, and police found a knife and a Nazi flag on him—he was released on personal recognizance. ABC 6
- ➤ Burrillville police arrested 40-year-old Nicholas Smith after he pointed a handgun at officer Kathleen Kelley's face on Thursday morning at 1425 Tarklin Road—he appeared heavily intoxicated, faces charges including assault with a deadly weapon, possession of a firearm while intoxicated, discharging a firearm within a compact area, simple assault, disorderly conduct and resisting arrest, and will be arraigned in Providence District Court on Thursday—. 10 WJAR
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island had been set to become a hub for offshore wind—developers spent $600 million on plans for nearly 150 turbines—but a new domestic policy bill in the House will cut federal subsidies and force projects to finish by 2027 to keep their tax credits. Lawmakers warn the change will likely lead to higher electricity prices and risk thousands of local jobs. Rhode Island PBS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Smithfield School District unblocked a local critic from its social media accounts and agreed to pay $12,000 in legal fees as part of a settlement with the ACLU reached Tuesday - the agreement requires the district to stop blocking users and allow open access to posts. The Boston Globe
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Law enforcement leaders in Rhode Island urged drivers today to plan safe rides and stay sober this Fourth of July weekend — officials will deploy a Blood Alcohol Testing Mobile Unit in Bristol and Providence to catch impaired drivers. 10 WJAR
- ➤ Rhode Island lawmakers passed an assault weapons law that bans the sale—manufacturing and distribution of certain high-powered firearms, although it does not prohibit possession. Governor Dan McKee signed the law last month after more than 10 years of debate, and it will go into effect in 2026. The Boston Globe
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Rhode Island Department of Health issued an advisory on Thursday about a recall by Kraft Heinz Food Company on over 350,000 pounds of fully cooked Oscar Mayer turkey bacon made from April 24 to June 11—alerts note potential Listeria contamination. The recalled packages, with varying use-by dates, were shipped nationwide and no illnesses have been reported. ABC 6
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Providence Journal is featuring 10 high school athletes who shine in three different sports for the 2024–25 school year and readers can vote for the best until July 11. The nominees were chosen from state awards — showing that athletes continue to excel across fall, winter and spring seasons. The Providence Journal
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Free First Saturdays In The Park
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Roger Williams Park — Free entry — A day of fun at Roger Williams Park with free admission to attractions and community events.
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Return of the Dinosaurs
8-9 a.m. — Roger Williams Park Zoo — Special sensory-friendly morning — Experience the dinosaur trail designed for families with autism spectrum disorders and sensory processing differences.
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Providence Art Club New Exhibitions
2-4 p.m. — Providence Art Club — Free entry — Explore vibrant new art exhibitions featuring local artists showcasing their creative journeys.
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Food Truck Friday at Roger Williams Park
5:00-8:30 p.m. — Carousel Village — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant evening filled with local food trucks, live music, and family-friendly activities.
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Live Music Night: Edict, Tarcil, Edjinn, Rose Lane, Voluntary Victim
5:30-11:30 p.m. — Alchemy — $15 tickets — Enjoy a night of energetic performances from local bands in a vibrant venue.
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Holy Roller at The Parlour
8 PM – 12 AM — The Parlour Providence — $19.27 — Experience the energetic southern rock sound of Holy Roller as they take the stage.
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Evening Sky Jazz Concert
7 PM – 1 AM — Red Door — Admission varies — Experience the soulful sounds of a Jazz/Roots Quartet featuring talented musicians.
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Weekly Woonasquatucket River Greenway Walk
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Riverside Park — Free entry — Enjoy a community-friendly walk along the scenic river greenway while learning about local flora, fauna, and history.
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Storytime Sessions
11 a.m. — Books On the Square — Free entry — Enjoy delightful tales during storytime for children at a cozy local bookstore.
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Jessie's Girl Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Providence Performing Arts Center — Ticket purchase supports a cause — Experience live music while contributing to A Just Harvest.
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Courage is being scared to death but saddling up anyway.
~ John Wayne
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