Good morning, Providence.

An outdoor holiday winter market will run Dec.

3-Dec. 6 at Grant’s Block Park (corner of Union and Westminster), featuring over 25 rotating local vendors offering artisan crafts, food trucks, and cocktails to add seasonal cheer.

In Survivor 51 Episode 2 aired Sept.

30, Rhode Island contestant Rob Antonson tried to vote for himself at Tribal Council, but a producer stopped him — and the tribe eliminated Canadian Ana Sani by a 6-4 vote.

Thousands of glowing pumpkins are on display at Roger Williams Park Zoo for the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular, featuring over 5,000 hand-carved pumpkins and a theme filled with puns.

Members previewed the trail on Thursday and the event runs nightly until Nov. 1.

A LendingTree study released today shows Providence ranked 46th out of 50 metro areas and last for work and earnings after a 29.4 percent rise in unemployment.

The report indicates that many Southern cities scored higher in overall boomtown measures.

U.S. News rankings show Brown ranks 16 nationally and URI 148 while Providence College and RISD placed 3rd and 4th regionally; all nine four-year RI schools are listed and Bryant graduates earn the highest median salary after Brown.

A new food pantry opened at Juanita Sanchez Education Complex yesterday to provide nutritious food for students and families—sponsored by the Bruins and supported by community partners.

District officials say placing pantries in schools removes barriers to food access.

Brown University engineers built a brain-inspired imaging system (tested on Sept.

29) that uses a retina-like sensor and spiking neural network to see objects through fog. The technology may help self-driving cars, rescue drones, and medical imaging where standard cameras struggle.

Providence announced new winter electricity rates for its Community Electricity program on Thursday, effective with November meter reads until April; the fixed rate of 16.929 cents per kilowatt-hour includes 5% renewable energy sourced locally and credits to keep bills at or below summer costs.

Newport Mental Health is building a care network in Newport County, expanding mental health, substance use, and crisis support services.

The agency earned CCBHC status in 2024 and will receive the Keeper of the Dream award next month (recognizing its strong community partnerships) as it works to support local residents.

La Salle field hockey player Amaya Devine was diagnosed with leukemia at age 5 and battled cancer for years.

Now nearly 18, she shares her journey to inspire young patients in Providence — providing hope to those fighting illness.

The Providence women's basketball team was picked seventh in the Big East preseason poll at Media Day.

Entering its fourth season under coach Erin Batth, the Friars aim to improve on a 15-18 record from last season.

Brown and URI are set for a noon kickoff Governor’s Cup clash tomorrow.

Brown enters after a 28-21 win last year and strong play recently, while URI, reeling from two FCS defeats (first time since 2023), looks to avoid a season-altering setback as Gov. Dan McKee prepares to present the trophy.

Providence men's basketball, led by new coach Bryan Hodgson, was picked fifth in the Big East preseason poll.

The team will host a Late Night Madness event Saturday at Amica Mutual Pavilion and begin with exhibitions on Oct. 17 and Oct. 24.