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Providence
Tuesday, July 15th, 2025
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Tiverton police said a Massachusetts woman allegedly left her 15-month-old baby and small dog in a white Toyota parked at Bally’s Casino while she played slot machines for over 30 minutes on Saturday at 7 a.m.—the baby was taken to Hasbro Children’s Hospital for evaluation before being released to a family member and the woman faces a cruelty to or neglect charge. 10 WJAR
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A report from Environment America found that nearly 60% of Rhode Island’s 66 beaches were unsafe for swimming in 2024 because of fecal contamination, and officials said aging sewer systems and stormwater runoff contributed to the problem — urging federal and state funding for upgrades. Local health authorities have closed some beaches temporarily after high bacteria readings were detected. Rhode Island PBS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Providence Police chief Col. Oscar L. Perez Jr. will hold a press conference this afternoon to answer questions about police involvement in two incidents—an ICE detention on July 13 at Silver Lake that drew criticism from state Rep. David Morales and an arrest on West Friendship Street on July 5 during which officers admitted striking a man. The Providence Journal
- ➤ The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority announced that the Mount Hope Bridge between Bristol and Portsmouth will close from 7 p.m. on Aug. 14 until 5 a.m. on Aug. 18 for a repaving project—emergency vehicles cannot cross and detours have been arranged while work is set to be rescheduled to September if weather interferes. Rhode Island PBS
- ➤ Providence police chief Colonel Oscar Perez held a press conference Monday afternoon at the Public Safety Complex to address a Sunday ICE raid at 55 Alverson Avenue and an earlier incident on West Friendship Street. Officials clarified that police did not assist in any arrests and only documented multiple vehicle accidents during the events—remarks that followed a statement by Representative David Morales regarding a breach in protocol. ABC 6
- ➤ After officers were filmed near an ICE arrest following a multi-vehicle crash at 55 Alverson Avenue on Sunday, Police Chief Col. Oscar Perez said his team documented the accident and escorted a woman and her children—he stressed they do not assist federal agents—and noted they receive no advance notice of ICE operations. The Public's Radio
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ URI psychology professor Amy Stamates is leading a five-year study that compares college students with ADHD to those without to see how lower executive functioning relates to alcohol use disorder. The study is funded by an NIH grant (using real-time surveys) to help explain why young adults with ongoing ADHD symptoms may face more alcohol challenges. The Boston Globe
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Governor McKee met with state officials last Friday to discuss relocating the Connecticut Sun to Providence from the Mohegan Sun Arena as the franchise, which struggled this season, may be sold by the Mohegan Tribe—local business leader Bill Daugherty, an NBA veteran, shared insights on the league’s early decisions. The Boston Globe
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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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Keith JG McCurdy, Matt Charette, June Star Performance
7-11 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — $13.60 — Enjoy three awesome local acts showcasing their talents in a vibrant setting.
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Herreshoff Sailing Session 6
8:45 AM - 3:30 PM — Herreshoff Marine Museum — Full day program for ages 7-15 — Experience sailing and marine education at a renowned local museum.
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Historic Boat Tours of Providence
11 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Providence River Boat Company — Ticketed event — Explore the Providence River while uncovering the city's rich history and stunning architecture.
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Tomaquag Museum's 22nd Annual Honoring and Cultural Celebration
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Crowne Plaza Providence-Warwick (Airport) — $150 — Celebrate Indigenous excellence with awards honoring community leaders and artists.
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Oddities & Curiosities Expo
10:00–11:30 a.m. — Rhode Island Convention Center — Admission prices vary — Explore the bizarre at the world's largest traveling oddities event featuring unique vendors and artists.
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Providence Architecture Boat Tours
4:00 – 5:15 PM — Providence River Boat Company — Ticketed event — Explore 300 years of architectural history while cruising the scenic waterways of Providence.
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