Good Day
Providence
Thursday, July 24th, 2025
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Providence Parks Department and One Neighborhood Builders opened sustainable public restrooms in Merino Park on July 17 after residents voted to add these amenities through participatory budgeting. The bathrooms use urine-diverting dry toilets that send urine to be turned into fertilizer by Wasted* PBC and have increased staffing at local parks while plans for additional installations are under review. The Providence Journal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Providence will host a free RWP Pops Concert at the Temple to Music in Roger Williams Park on August 6 featuring the Rhode Island Philharmonic—organizers have set a rain date for August 7 and will kick off the event with a morning gathering on Wednesday. 10 WJAR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ San Miguel School of Providence, a Lasallian middle school for boys from diverse backgrounds, offers a holistic program that supports academic, social and emotional growth while preparing students for top local high schools—its over 400 graduates show its success despite the challenge of raising $2 million annually for tuition and resources. The school welcomes daily visitors, mentor volunteers and donor support, and it will launch an Integrated Life Skills course next year. The Providence Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island will receive no federal funding to restore beach sand after storms, forcing state and local taxpayers to cover all costs—officials confirmed. Past projects like Hurricane Sandy used mixed funds, but rising erosion and sea-level rise now threaten to drive future expenses even higher—local leaders warned. Go Local Prov
- ➤ David Welch, a South Kingstown beachfront homeowner, filed a lawsuit on June 27 in Washington County Superior Court against the Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council, arguing that the permit conditions to repair his storm-damaged home force him to record a public beach and allow ongoing inspections—requirements he says violate his property rights and constitutional protections. Represented by the Pacific Legal Foundation, Welch claims that without a new permit he could face substantial fines and an uncompensated taking of his property. The Boston Globe
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Tania and Talia Santos, twins who were once preemies at Women & Infants Hospital’s NICU, now work there as nurses caring for tiny fighters — they are in a 16-week orientation and will soon cover overnight shifts, continuing the hospital's long legacy of advanced care. The Providence Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island officials are urging local business and political leaders to unite behind a bid to bring the WNBA’s Connecticut Sun to Providence — Gov. McKee toured The AMP with a potential buyer and plans to build an AAU sports facility that could double as a professional team training center. The Boston Globe
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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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Aurora’s Reflection Painting Session
7-9:30 p.m. — Paint and Vino — Complimentary beverage included — Unwind with a creative in-studio painting experience while enjoying drinks.
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Community Paddle Days
5-7 p.m. — Riverside Park — Free entry — Enjoy a brief paddle ride on the Woonasquatucket River with friendly guidance.
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Reckoners Concert with Dread Buffalo
7-10 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — $20 adv, $25 day of — Experience a night of soulful rock 'n' roll with Boston supergroup Reckoners and special guests Dread Buffalo.
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Museums on Us by Bank of America
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — RISD Museum — Free entry for cardholders — Access over 225 museums nationwide with your Bank of America card.
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Providence Flea
11 a.m. - 3 p.m. — 195 District Park — Free entry — Explore local vintage finds and handmade goods in a vibrant community market setting.
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Elegant Peacock Glass Art Class
1-3:30 p.m. — Paint and Vino — Includes complimentary beverage — Create your own unique glass art masterpiece in a fun atmosphere.
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Providence Flea Market
11 AM – 3 PM — 195 District Park — Free entry — Explore local vintage goods, artisan crafts, and delicious food amidst a vibrant community atmosphere.
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Outdoor Bubble Play
2:00 – 2:30 PM — Wanskuck Library — Free — Enjoy bubbles, sidewalk chalk, and fun outdoor activities for toddlers in a safe environment.
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The fool wonders, the wise man asks.
~ Benjamin Disraeli
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