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Monday, August 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, August 17, a brown horse named Pacino escaped its stable in North Kingstown around 6:45 p.m.—drivers slowed down to let it pass as the animal returned home safely. 10 WJAR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Cranston Police and the Rhode Island Violent Fugitive Task Force arrested Jose Rivera on Aug. 15 when he allegedly threatened an 18-year-old by stealing a 9mm handgun during a retribution meeting after an assault at the Dominican Festival—he now faces charges of first degree robbery and larceny of a firearm. ABC 6
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lincoln’s Hearthside House museum hosted the Summer of Love event at the Great Road Heritage Campus with 1960s Chevrolet Corvettes and music exhibits that recalled its past as a private home—organized by the Friends of Hearthside—and celebrated the historic legacy of the Mowbray residents. 10 WJAR
- ➤ On Sunday, visitors picked sunflowers at Butterfly Farm in Lincoln as part of the annual Sunflower Fest started by owner Dan Flynn in 2019—25,000 sunflowers were planted on 5 acres. The festival will end August 23-24 from 9am to 3pm and features different vendors each weekend. 10 WJAR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Providence Mayor Brett Smiley launched a real-time crime center yesterday that uses security cameras and license plate readers to help police respond faster—its $1 million federal grant came from the previous administration. The new system integrates data from government and private cameras to modernize police work while addressing community safety concerns. Go Local Prov
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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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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.
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Creed Summer of '99 Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — Amica Mutual Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Experience the nostalgia with Creed and special guests Daughtry and Mammoth WVH.
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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.
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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.
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2nd Annual Jewish Culture Fest
Join us for the 2nd Annual Jewish Culture Fest — happening Sunday, September 14, from 11am–4pm at the Dwares JCC! This high-energy, family-friendly festival is back and bigger than ever, featuring live performances from Nefesh Mountain, the return of fan favorites Ezekiel's Wheels and the Rachel Linsky Dancers, and Rock-a-Baby rocking the stage in our expanded KidZone!
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