Good Day
Providence
Sunday, July 6th, 2025
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers paddled on Georgiaville Pond on Saturday to record water temperatures and locate cold springs believed to cause cramping that can lead to drownings—Patrick Taylor, who started a memorial near the pond, noted 25 drownings since 1866, including 19 in front of the island. He said the group will share its findings with officials so that swimmers can avoid the dangerous areas. 10 WJAR
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Providence Police Marine Unit crew rescued a man from the water near 25 Bridge Street on Friday night—he was taken to Rhode Island Hospital and remained conscious and alert. 10 WJAR
- ➤ On Saturday, July 5, 2025, firefighters responded to a second alarm fire on Douglas Avenue in Providence—ABC 6 News crews reported that multiple emergency vehicles were seen and the home had exterior fire damage. ABC 6
- ➤ The Providence Fire Department responded to a fire at two multi-family homes on Douglas Avenue on July 5 — one home is uninhabitable and 11 people were displaced — with no injuries reported as the investigation into the cause continues. 10 WJAR
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The first six months of 2025 brought drastic shifts to Rhode Island’s restaurant industry as Nicholas Schorsch’s group eyed the pending purchase of The Old Canteen and a local Italian restaurant chain planned major expansion while a study tied the Washington Bridge closure to a $114M hit and 1,300 hospitality jobs lost. Other changes included downtown openings like Track 15 at Union Station, closures such as Nico Bella’s and Vino Veritas, a fire at Matunuck Oyster Bar, and a new ownership at Tortilla Flats—each marking a significant turn in the local dining landscape. Go Local Prov
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Providence police arrested three people on July 4 after a large gathering on Smart Street led to a noise complaint—Kone Haziz and Lanaa Wilcox were charged with disorderly conduct and obstructing officers while Daunte Wilcox faced disorderly conduct and the property owner received an environmental summons. ABC 6
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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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Food Truck Friday at Roger Williams Park
5:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Carousel Village — Free entry — Savor a variety of local food trucks while enjoying live music and family-friendly activities.
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Lumanyano Mzi Trio Live Concert
6-8 p.m. — Roger Williams Park Boat House Lawn — Free entry — Celebrate the sounds of Africa with the award-winning Lumanyano Mzi Trio and opener Chris Monti.
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