Good Day
Providence
Wednesday, September 24th, 2025
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of September.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Taylor Swift's Rhode Island mansion in Watch Hill—known as Holiday House—has hosted famous guests like Emma Stone and Blake Lively since 2013. Realtor.com columnist Kelsi Karruli reported that Swift and Travis Kelce have chosen the estate for a wedding next summer. The Providence Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ At a Providence event on Tuesday, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell warned that slowing hiring and high inflation leave no risk-free path for rate cuts—he noted that low immigration and modest tariff costs add to the economic challenges. The Boston Globe
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island’s largest snake— the Allegheny rat snake— can grow up to 8 feet long and is found in Hopkinton and Exeter. The snake is not venomous and lives in old barns, hollow trees, and outbuildings, showing its role in the local ecosystem. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Beech leaf disease is showing dark banding on beech trees in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut as it spreads into New Hampshire—experts say homeowners should keep trees healthy and consult certified arborists for treatment options. The Boston Globe
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former McKee adviser Mike Magee was exempt from lobbying rules after Secretary Gregg Amore’s office found insufficient probable cause for his role in steering a $5.2 million contract to ILO Group in 2021—Common Cause Rhode Island said the decision shows that the 2016 law needs clarification. Magee, who now leads Minerva University, was a volunteer adviser on McKee’s team and state officials are considering changes to ethics and bidding regulations. Rhode Island PBS
- ➤ Quidnessett Country Club filed a lawsuit claiming coastal regulators violated its constitutional rights by blocking its plans to restore a rock wall built to protect its golf course from erosion—seven restoration plans had failed. State officials will discuss enforcement actions on coastal rules at an upcoming meeting. Rhode Island PBS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former PawSox manager Buddy Bailey died Tuesday at age 68, and longtime PawSox beat writer Jo-Jo McDonald remembered him for his lasting impact on baseball—his career spanned 13 seasons with the Red Sox organization and notable success in Venezuelan winter leagues. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Tuesday's high school sports saw Lincoln rally to tie Mt. Hope 2-2 in girls soccer and Cranston West shut out Pilgrim 6-0 — other contests in soccer, hockey and volleyball produced key wins. Wednesday's schedule features cross country, field hockey, volleyball and tennis events at local high schools. The Providence Journal
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Thursday Night Comedy Vibes
8-10 p.m. — Kismet Improv — Affordable tickets — Enjoy a mix of improv, sketch, and standup comedy from local talent.
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Kismet Improv's Friday Night House Party
8-10 p.m. — Kismet Improv — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy a night of unscripted comedy from talented house teams.
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Micky Dolenz Performance
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Greenwich Odeum — Tickets available — Experience the multifaceted talent of Micky Dolenz with a captivating live performance.
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Lainey Dionne Live Performance
2-6 PM — Towne Tavern — Ticket information not specified — Experience the music of Rhode Island's own singer/songwriter Lainey Dionne.
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Rhode Island International Film Festival
8-10 p.m. — 195 District Park — Cost not specified — Experience diverse global storytelling with Oscar-qualifying films from over 60 countries.
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Music at the Blissful
10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Taft Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy lots of dancing and engaging music for all ages with Evan at this family-friendly event.
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Harry Potter and The Cursed Child
7-8:30 p.m. — Providence Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of theater with the most awarded play in history.
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Harry Potter and The Cursed Child - Providence
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Providence Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience the magic in the most awarded play in history and one of the defining pop culture events of the decade.
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Julie Rhodes Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — Check website for ticket prices — Experience soulful tunes as Julie Rhodes performs her latest hits.
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Haunted Boat Tours
11 AM–8 PM — Providence River Boat Company — Check for pricing — Experience a spooky cruise while exploring the historic heart of Rhode Island.
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