Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 13th of July.
Good morning, Providence.
Dumas lost his handmade wedding band at East Matunuck State Beach and his wife contacted local metal detectorists—Wayne Aguiar and Ethan Kincaid—to search for it; they recovered the ring after a stormy day on the beach.
While cleaning her garage this summer, Lauren Malloy (a K-9 handler) found an old crash report from 2009 and reconnected with Sgt. Dan O'Neill (the State trooper who helped after the Washington Bridge crash); they now work together in searches for missing people.
A total solar eclipse will occur on Aug.
12 at 11:34 a.m. ET; Providence residents, along with other U.S. viewers, will see a partial eclipse that makes the sun look as if it had a bite taken out of it. Residents should use approved eclipse glasses to view it safely.
Emergency crews responded at Lincoln Woods State Park on Sunday, July 12, where teams on shore (and in the water) conducted a search; officials are expected to share more details soon.
A fire on Branch Avenue began at 11 a.m. on Sunday, July 12 when a garage blaze forced two families from their multi-family home — the Red Cross aided three adults and six children — and no injuries were reported.
Cumberland's Ashton Mill produced Beta cloth for Apollo missions, a fabric that protected spacesuits + capsules and is still used by NASA, showing Rhode Island’s lasting mark on space travel.
The mill’s legacy highlights the state’s deep manufacturing roots.
URI's Translanguaging Lab is mapping over 100 languages from local signs to showcase the state's rich linguistic mix and support bilingual education initiatives.
Professor Steve Przymus said the visual project will help schools and policy makers better serve multilingual students.
Yesterday in Newport, Jacob Fearnley won his fifth ATP Challenger title by saving six match points, while Tatjana Maria won the women’s final with a straight-sets victory over Katie Volynets on grass courts.
Rhode Island FC defeated Brooklyn FC in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw on Saturday night at Centreville Bank Stadium.
Koke Vegas scored the winning penalty + his strong performance sets the team on track for the USL Championship playoffs.
Moniker Brewery Watch Party
3-5 p.m. — Moniker Brewery — Free entry — Catch all the action of the semi-finals in a lively atmosphere with fellow soccer fans.
Moniker Brewery Soccer Watch Party
3-5 p.m. — Moniker Brewery — Free entry — Enjoy the semi-finals match while sipping craft brews with fellow soccer fans.
Open Makerspace Studio for Adults
6:00 – 7:30 p.m. — Wanskuck Library — Free entry — Explore your creative side with access to various makerspace equipment and art supplies.
Felipe Esparza Stand-Up Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Comedy Connection — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughter with renowned comedian Felipe Esparza on his 'At My Leisure' tour.
Northeast Traffic Live Concert
Evening — Uptown Theater — Tickets available — Experience a night of original music with Northeast Traffic, Atticus Allen, and Dust Ruffles.
Puerto Rican Bay Fest
All day — India Point Park — Free entry — Celebrate Puerto Rican culture with live music, delicious food, and family-friendly fun.
Knit Fish Pouch Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Creative Reuse Center of Rhode Island — Materials provided — Create a charming Rybka pouch from scrap yarn and learn fun knitting techniques.
Monthly Reading Club
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Mount Pleasant Library — Free entry — Engage in monthly discussions about literature that highlights diverse voices and experiences.
A Day in the Life Concert
5-7 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free entry — Enjoy the smooth sounds of the R&B Preservation Hall Band in a community-friendly setting.
Summer Sacred Concert
7:00 – 11:59 PM — Fete Music Hall — $15 ADV & DOS — Experience a vibrant night of music featuring Jesse Neptune and OzTheKid.
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