Good Day
Providence
Sunday, August 10th, 2025
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A peace and remembrance ceremony was held in Jamestown on August 9 to mark the 80th anniversary of the Nagasaki atomic blast, where local leaders and keynote speaker John O. Pastore urged the use of diplomacy to disarm nuclear weapons worldwide—an appeal that comes as Rhode Island prepares to celebrate VJ Day on Monday. 10 WJAR
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A motorcyclist in Providence crashed on Silver Spring Street when a car hit his bike as he turned into Walmart at 10 p.m. on Aug. 8—both drivers received summonses while the rider suffered non-life-threatening injuries. ABC 6
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Providence police are investigating a stabbing on August 8 at Cranston Street—officers arrived at 6:30 p.m. to find a male victim taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. ABC 6
- ➤ Providence police investigated two separate stabbings that occurred last Friday—one on Cranston Street where a man in his 50s sustained an arm laceration and one on Barstow Street where a 19-year-old male was injured and taken to the hospital, and a suspect carrying a knife was taken into custody at that scene. Go Local Prov
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Air Force veteran Tom Jessop spoke with Mark Patinkin on a Providence bike path—discussing his military service in the 1970s and his philosophy on facing physical challenges today. The Providence Journal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A federal judge in Texas vacated the CFPB Medical Debt Rule that would have removed about $49 billion in medical debt from credit reports for roughly 15 million people. The ruling also nullified similar state rules, including in Rhode Island—raising concerns among consumer advocates. 10 WJAR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Providence Journal sports recap covers key events from last week and the upcoming high school season starting Aug. 14. The piece reviews Burrillville Little League’s 15-0 game loss on Aug. 3, reports on the potential relocation of the Connecticut Sun after Steve Pagliuca’s purchase and Gov. McKee’s meeting, surveys local golf courses, and details the Patriots' 48-18 preseason win over the Washington Commanders on Aug. 8 — all as the busy local sports scene builds for a new season. The Providence Journal
- ➤ TreVeyon Henderson returned the opening kickoff for a touchdown just 12 seconds into his NFL debut at Gillette Stadium on Aug 8, helping the Patriots to a 48-18 preseason win over Washington. He added crucial yardage on a later play+ showing promise as a rookie running back. The Providence Journal
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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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Board Games Afterschool Activities
3-5 p.m. — Rochambeau Library — Free entry — Stop by to play a variety of board games and make new friends.
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Live Music with Ron Giorgio
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Luigi's Restaurant & Gourmet Express — Cost varies — Experience Ron's powerhouse voice while enjoying a summer menu under the stars.
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Garden Volunteer Day at Mt. Pleasant Library
10:00-11:30 a.m. — Mt. Pleasant Library — Free entry — Help maintain the beautiful library garden and enjoy the outdoors while giving back to the community.
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Anthony Robustiano Live Comedy Show
7 PM – 1 AM — Comedy Connection — Check venue for pricing — Enjoy a night of high-energy stand-up comedy with Anthony Robustiano's relatable and vibrant storytelling.
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Providence Art Club New Exhibitions Opening
2-4 p.m. — Providence Art Club — Free entry — Explore vibrant new art exhibitions featuring various talented artists and their unique perspectives.
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Fungi Exploration Walk
6-7:30 p.m. — Washington Park Library — Free entry — Discover the wonders of fungi while exploring nature on a walk to Roger Williams Park.
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Apes of the State Concert
7-11 p.m. — The Met — Ticket pricing varies — Experience the energetic performance of Apes of the State live in Pawtucket.
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