Good Day
Providence
Tuesday, July 29th, 2025
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Higher Ground International opened its new headquarters at 7 Ninigret Ave. Monday at 10 a.m.+ Governor Dan McKee and Mayor Brett Smiley attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony as the nonprofit moved from the former St. Joseph’s Hospital facility, where it had operated for the past two years to serve West African immigrants, refugees, and other communities. Rhode Island PBS
- ➤ More than two dozen Rhode Island business owners announced a joint effort this month to create 'immigrant defense zones' that bar federal immigration agents from entering private business areas without a warrant — a plan focused mainly in Providence. The initiative, backed by the Rhode Island Deportation Defense Coalition, advises training staff to handle such encounters safely. The Public's Radio
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Alyssa Fournier, a recent graduate, launched Slangin’ Spots to connect small makers with retail brands so they can compete with online giants using a subscription model. The service started at Imagine Gift Store seven months ago (130 vendors joined) and will expand to a new location once operational challenges are resolved. The Boston Globe
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Providence’s only gondola company, La Gondola, was started in 1997 by Cynthia and Allen Days after unexpected events in Providence led them away from Florida plans—former Mayor Buddy Cianci helped secure the dock that launched the service. Owner Matthew "Marcello" Haynes joined as a gondolier in 1999 and expanded the fleet to four boats with nearly 20 gondoliers, and the team now offers seasonal rides for locals and visitors. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Wicked: The Musical is touring 19 cities through September 2026 and will visit the Providence Performing Arts Center from Mar. 4 to Mar. 22, with tickets starting at $202—tickets for other stops such as Milwaukee and Des Moines are also available. The Providence Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Providence City Council rejected a lease proposal to use the 140,000-square-foot Carl G. Lauro School for Excel Academy, leaving the school district to convert it into temporary swing space for Asa Messer students while covering full annual maintenance costs of about $300,000—this decision deepens debates over the best use of a historic public building. Community leaders and officials now face tough choices on how to fund future upgrades amid a divided City Hall. Rhode Island PBS
- ➤ RIDOT will reduce traffic on the Eddy Street Bridge to one lane starting Monday, August 4, as crews implement an alternating traffic pattern—this bridge carries Eddy Street over I-95—after it was deemed structurally deficient. ABC 6
- ➤ With Attorney General Peter Neronha term-limited, the race for his replacement is beginning as State Representatives Robert Craven and Jason Knight consider a run and Keith Hoffmann left his job as chief of policy to plan a campaign—he has not yet made a formal announcement. The Boston Globe
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Butler Hospital workers have been striking for two months after management proposals failed to address low wages, staffing issues, and rising workplace violence. The union—now 800 members strong—accuses hospital leaders of overspending on out-of-state replacements and expensive software while workers struggle with higher living costs. The Boston Globe
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Qualifying play at the Rhode Island Junior Amateur saw Rocco Capalbo earn medalist honors with a 2-under 67 and Olivia Williams secure the No. 1 seed by tying with Claire McTaggart after a 1-over 74 at Pawtucket Country Club on Monday — match play begins today as players prepare for scheduled rounds in both boys’ and girls’ brackets. The Providence Journal
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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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Arts and Crafts at Capitol Ridge
3:30-4:30 p.m. — Capitol Ridge at Providence — Free entry — Monthly arts and crafts session with residents for a creative community experience.
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Wee-One Wednesdays at RWP Botanical Center
9-10 a.m. — Roger Williams Park Botanical Center — Registration required — Bring your preschooler for nature-themed activities, crafts, and fun in the gardens.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Winston Churchill
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