Good morning, Providence.

Former Rhode Island fugitive Nicholas Alahverdian was found guilty of rape in Utah for an assault in 2008—he will be sentenced on October 20th and faces 5 years to life in prison.

Police responded shortly after noon Wednesday to an altercation at 457 Benefit Street in Fox Point—where a suspect with a box cutter slashed two people before fleeing onto Wickenden Street.

A Rhode Island man, Nicholas Rossi, who once faked his death to avoid rape charges, was found guilty of raping his ex-girlfriend in a 2008 trial in Salt Lake County—he will be sentenced on October 20 and faces another trial in September.

Ramsundar Ramkalawan, an Exeter man, was convicted in June 2022 of killing his 65-year-old roommate Donna MacDonald with a rock and is now serving a life sentence with no chance of parole—video evidence showed he discarded key evidence after the attack.

After a legal battle ended Jeshuat Israel’s 140-year occupancy of Touro Synagogue, the annual George Washington Letter Reading moved to Old Colony House on Sunday, Aug.

17 at 1 p.m.—where it will honor religious freedom with readings of letters by Washington and Moses Seixas and a keynote by Crystal Williams.

A new J.J. Abrams movie titled Ghostwriter will film next Monday in Providence with scenes shot on Benefit Street — city officials announced that Thomas and Angell streets will be closed from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Point Street Bridge will be closed from 8 a.m. on Aug.

24 to 9 a.m. on Aug. 25 for safety.

Today, Senator-elect Stefano Famiglietti will be sworn in at 4 p.m. in the senate chambers as the fourth district's newest senator, replacing late senate president Dominick Ruggerio who died after a battle with cancer on April 21—he won the August 5 runoff election.

Local farmers lost nearly $3 million in federal funds that helped schools and food banks buy local food, and a new bipartisan bill now aims to create a permanent grant program to support them—Senator Reed and Senator Justice back the effort.

A Rhode Island doctor was fined and sanctioned after performing laser eye surgery on a patient's wrong eye—RIDOH documents show he signed a consent order on Wednesday that requires a $1,100 fee and a pre-approved training course within six months.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Acoustic Performance by Milton J

12-6 p.m. — Doomed Records — Free entry — Experience thunderous beats and soul-stirring melodies from singer-songwriter Milton J.

Bonsai Workshop

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Rhodium Room Distillery Bar — Price TBD — Enjoy crafting tiny trees with friends while sipping drinks at the distillery.

Farmer’s Market at Dexter Park

3-7 p.m. — Dexter Training Ground — Free entry — Enjoy fresh produce and local goods while soaking in the community atmosphere.

Adjust The Sails Concert

5-8 p.m. — Alchemy — $15 adv. / $20 dos — Enjoy a night of live music with Nervous Surface at this all-ages event.

The Lemonade Stand 2025

4-10 p.m. — 195 District Park — Free entry — Celebrate local artistry and community spirit at this engaging showcase in Providence.