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Thursday, October 24th, 2024

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Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • ➤ A memorial in Providence, dedicated in 2020, honors the Rhode Island Nine, Marines who died in the 1983 Beirut barracks bombing, sharing their personal stories and legacies.  The Providence Journal

CRIME NEWS

  • ➤ A Woonsocket man faces arraignment on felony DUI charges after a crash that resulted in one fatality and two injuries.  ABC 6
  • ➤ Joshua Torres, an inmate who escaped from a work assignment at the Adult Correctional Institutions in Rhode Island, has been apprehended nearly two weeks later.  ABC 6

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • ➤ The critical failure of the westbound Washington Bridge, due to lack of proper inspection and maintenance, has spotlighted significant leadership and operational flaws within Rhode Island's transportation department, creating widespread impact across the state.  Go Local Prov

HEALTH NEWS

  • ➤ The Rhode Island Department of Health suspended the license of nursing assistant Lovely Soloe, arrested for assaulting a dementia patient.  Go Local Prov

SCIENCE NEWS

  • ➤ Brown University astronomers documented the rare appearance of Comet Tsuchinshan–ATLAS and extraordinary auroras in Rhode Island's night sky, captivating spectators with celestial phenomena.  Brown University

SPORTS NEWS

  • ➤ Providence will host a marathon, half marathon, and 5K in May 2025, serving as a Boston Marathon qualifier with a limited field of 2,500 runners, avoiding previous challenges including the Washington Bridge closure.  The Providence Journal

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT

  • Jack O'Lantern Spectacular: Trivia Edition

    Experience the enchanting Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at Roger Williams Park Zoo, featuring thousands of creatively carved pumpkins and trivia questions for a fun-filled fall outing.

    Mon, 10/28/24

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  • Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular: Trivia Edition at Roger Williams Park Zoo

    Experience a captivating journey through thousands of creatively carved pumpkins while testing your trivia knowledge at this beloved fall tradition.

    Tue, 10/29/24

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  • Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular: Trivia Edition at RWP Zoo

    Experience the enchanting Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular featuring thousands of creatively carved pumpkins and brain-teasing trivia at Roger Williams Park Zoo.

    Wed, 10/30/24

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  • Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular at Roger Williams Park Zoo

    Experience a mesmerizing display of creatively carved pumpkins combined with trivia challenges in a magical fall setting at Roger Williams Park Zoo.

    Thu, 10/31/24

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  • Experience Divey's Dreamy Lo-Fi Music

    Experience the enchanting lo-fi soundscapes of Providence-based artist Divey as they celebrate their new album 'Slugger' at New Harvest Coffee & Spirits.

    Fri, 11/1/24

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  • Brown Bears vs. Pennsylvania Quakers Football Game

    Experience the thrilling college football matchup between the Penn Quakers and the Brown Bears at Brown Stadium.

    Sat, 11/2/24

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  • The Ophelias Featuring Eliza McLamb

    Experience the musical journey of singer-songwriter Eliza McLamb as she takes the stage at Fête Music Hall.

    Sun, 11/3/24

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  • Providence Drum Troupe Performance in 195 District Park

    Experience a vibrant performance by the Providence Drum Troupe, featuring drummers, dancers, and circus artists encouraging community participation and celebration.

    Tue, 11/5/24

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  • Afternoon Reading Club

    Experience engaging discussions on literature and new friendships at the monthly afternoon reading club.

    Wed, 11/6/24

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  • Jurassic Quest: A Journey Through the Ages

    Experience America's largest and most realistic dinosaur event, where guests can journey through the Cretaceous, Jurassic, and Triassic periods.

    Fri, 11/8/24

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