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A ribbon cutting ceremony celebrated the completion of the Doreen Salk Boardwalk and Dock at Cunliff Lake in Roger Williams Park on July 15—providing enhanced water access for visitors.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 15 celebrated the opening of the Doreen Salk Boardwalk and Dock at Cunliff Lake in Roger Williams Park – a project that restored safe water access and improved the local stormwater system.

A sinkhole opened Tuesday night at a construction site near Blackstone Boulevard & Irving Avenue, and Providence police asked drivers to avoid the street while crews assessed the opening with its reopening still uncertain.

Tasting Table named Chengdu Taste the state's best Chinese restaurant after praising its Szechuan specialties.

The restaurant (495 Smith St.) is a local favorite for dishes like dan dan and cold sesame noodles.

Brown University researchers published a study on July 21 that shows birds flying in a V formation use less energy by reducing the amplitude of their wing flaps, with trailing birds needing 11% less power than flying alone (findings that may inform future drone designs).

Providence native Alex Razo, a MET High School graduate, won the Ocean State Media Scholarship and will attend the Rhode Island School of Design this fall to pursue visual storytelling — receiving a $15,000 award through a partnership with the Rhode Island Foundation.

The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management will close about 700 acres of Prudence Island shellfishing waters from Friday through sunrise on July 31 — a step to lower the risk of sewage issues from high boat traffic at Aquapalooza.

The RI AnchorHome program run by the Treasurer’s Office offered 3.99% mortgages with no PMI requirement and used $81 million in state deposits to back 89 loans until funding ran out on Tuesday, July 21; the office said it is exploring Phase Three to better serve local buyers.

Researchers at Brown University in Providence developed a fully automated system called Pathogen2Read that cuts bacterial DNA sample prep from hours to 45 minutes — helping labs join outbreak detection networks with faster genetic sequencing.

Morgan MacLeod beat her mother Angel 4-and-3 in the first round of the Rhode Island Women’s Amateur held Tuesday, Jul.

21 in East Providence. Morgan is set to face 11th seed Lily Dessel at 7:50 a.m. today in the quarterfinal match.

The Providence College men’s basketball team announced its 2026-27 non-conference schedule on Tuesday.

The Friars will start with two exhibition contests — Pittsburgh on Oct. 17 and Georgia Tech on Oct. 24 — and open the season at home against Maine on Nov. 2 at the Amica Mutual Pavilion.

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.

Wayne Hancock with The Soapbox Saints and King Sickabilly

5-8 p.m. — Alchemy — Tickets available — Experience a night of rockabilly and country fusion with Wayne 'The Train' Hancock and his friends.

Rhode Home Rescue Adoption Event

10 AM – 12 PM — Rumford Pet — Adoption fees apply — Meet some amazing dogs looking for their forever homes.

Ocean State Brewers Fest 2026

2-5:30 p.m. — Bristol Golf Park — Tickets available — Celebrate Rhode Island's craft beer at this unique golf-inspired festival!

Read More, Learn More!

2:30-5:30 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free entry — Discover the magic of storytelling with Mrs. Carol every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.

Technology Help at the Library

1-2 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free entry — Get assistance with tech skills and job applications in a bilingual setting.

Open Studio Makerspace for Adults

6-7:30 p.m. — Knight Memorial Library — Free access — Explore creative projects with cutting machines, sewing tools, and more in a community makerspace.

Recycled Sewing Workshop

3-5 p.m. — Wanskuck Library — Free materials provided — Enjoy a hands-on sewing experience for all ages focused on recycling and creativity.

One Big Rodeo

3-9 p.m. — Mezzo Lounge — Free entry — Experience Southern hospitality and festival vibes with bull rides, games, and food trucks.