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Sunday, August 24th, 2025
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 24th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Barrington police continue to search for 17-year-old Cian Fearon, who was last seen Monday, August 18th at 7 p.m. (wearing a maroon shirt and a pink hooded sweatshirt) as officers expand efforts into nearby towns and states to locate him. 10 WJAR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Downtown Providence Park Network is launching an interactive walking trail that features five anchor sculptures with QR codes and 200 lamppost banners in downtown, with the public debut set for Sept. 21 from noon to 7 p.m. The displays will play Rhode Island-themed music while sharing stories of figures like Bernoon and Cicilline — a nod to Providence’s maritime past — and invite visitors to learn about local history. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Newport’s Easton's Beach, known as First Beach, is the oldest public beach in Rhode Island as it opened in 1887 and remains popular with visitors as summer wanes — non-resident parking costs apply from April through November. The historic site offers easy access to local attractions and a boardwalk that has been enjoyed for generations. The Providence Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ U.S. News and World Report ranked Classical High School in Providence as Rhode Island’s best public high school, placing it 166th among nearly 18,000 schools nationwide. The report used measures like test scores and graduation rates—resulting in a list of 20 top high schools in the state. The Providence Journal
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Three top real estate experts said that after three months with single-family home prices above $500K, a potential Fed rate cut could spur more refinancing for first-time buyers and push up sale prices for homes with multiple offers. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warned of inflation risks — experts noted that lower mortgage rates may intensify demand in a market with low inventory, driving prices higher. Go Local Prov
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island high school football teams started practice this summer — their first league game is set for Aug. 30 between La Salle and Chaminade. The Journal also held a school uniform contest after more than two weeks of voting and shared photos of top field hockey players from past years. The Providence Journal
- ➤ The Rhode Island Hockey Hall of Fame inducted the Class of 2025—honoring local hockey contributors Bill Army, Ross Brooks, Buster Clegg, Bob O'Connor and Tom Woodcock—and also recognized Edwin Yogi Gardiner with the Malcolm Greene Chase Memorial Trophy for his 50-year coaching legacy in Warwick. ABC 6
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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.
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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.
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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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lowheaven Live Concert
6-9 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — $15 adv. / $18 dos — Experience an eclectic night with lowheaven and supporting bands.
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Rhode Island Bitcoin Meetup
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Moniker Brewery — Free entry — Connect with fellow Bitcoin enthusiasts at the longest-running Bitcoin group in Rhode Island.
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Community Paddle Days
5-7 p.m. — Riverside Park — Free entry — Enjoy a brief canoeing experience with Spanish and English-speaking guides along the Woonasquatucket River.
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El Chaval De La Bachata Concert
9 PM - 3 AM — La Palmera Club — Ticketed event — Experience an exciting night filled with Bachata music from El Chaval.
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Houndmouth Concert
7:00-9:30 PM — The Strand Ballroom — Tickets start at $72 — Catch Houndmouth perform live at one of Providence's favorite venues.
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Guatemalan Festival 2025
11 AM - 7 PM — Roger Williams Park Temple to Music — Free entry — Celebrate Guatemalan culture with music, dance, and international cuisines at this family-friendly festival.
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