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Providence
Thursday, October 30th, 2025
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The RI Community Food Bank released an updated list in October that gives contact numbers and street addresses for food pantries and meal sites in Rhode Island and Bristol County—helping residents find food support quickly. This resource is a practical guide for those seeking local food assistance. 10 WJAR
- ➤ Support is growing in southern New England as local groups prepare by expanding food pantry hours and hosting pop-up markets ahead of tens of thousands of people losing SNAP benefits on November 1st. Local businesses, including pizza parlors and hair salons, are also stepping in — efforts to ensure residents do not go hungry. 10 WJAR
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Providence Place announced that Apple Cinemas will open on Saturday and will soon transform the space—renovations will include luxury recliners, an updated IMAX system, a bowling lounge, and a trampoline park that will finish by winter. 10 WJAR
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Dan McKee and state leaders received their flu and COVID-19 shots at Coventry Pharmacy on Oct. 29—launching Rhode Island’s fall vaccination campaign as officials stressed vaccines for everyone 6 months and older. 10 WJAR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ New test results show that a classroom at Classical High School still has radon levels above the safe limit, with readings falling from 6.1 to 4.9 pCi/L, and the room remains closed for safety—officials plan to work with a vendor to install a mitigation system while teachers and parents call for more transparent testing. Further tests are expected soon as the district looks into long-term solutions. 10 WJAR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, Moses Brown beat Barrington 4-0 at Cranston Stadium—showing strong early scoring and teamwork that earned them a spot in Sunday's state final. In the nightcap, La Salle rallied from an early deficit to win 3-1 over East Greenwich as Ella Hyland's key goals drove the comeback. The Providence Journal
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Halloween Havoc Costume Contest
7-11:59 p.m. — Fete Music Hall — $20 — Enjoy a spooky night with costume contests, games, and raffles at this Halloween bash.
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CJ Clementine Live Music Night
9 PM - 1 AM — Platinum City Gaming — Check local listings — Enjoy an exciting blend of live music and gaming entertainment.
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Charlotte Checkers vs. Providence Bruins
3:05 – 4:35 p.m. — Amica Mutual Pavilion — Watch the action live on FloHockey as the Checkers face off against the Bruins.
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Kismet Improv's Thursday Night Vibes
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Kismet Improv — Ticket prices may vary — Enjoy an evening of improv, sketch, and standup comedy featuring local talent.
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The Mallett Brothers Band Live
8-11 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — $28.33 — Enjoy a night of Americana and rock with the dedicated Mallett Brothers Band from Maine.
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LØLØ YOU TOUR ME ON
7-9:30 p.m. — Fete Music Hall — $20-$95 — Experience a night of music with LØLØ and special guest Alex Porat, including VIP packages for an exclusive experience.
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Customer Service Live Music Event
8-11 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — $15 — Dance the night away at a nostalgic slow dance event with Corvus.
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Relax with RICBA
4-5 p.m. — Community Libraries of Providence: Rochambeau Library — Free entry — Enjoy cozy reading sessions of the Rhode Island Children's Book Awards nominees on bean bags.
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Penn Quakers vs. Providence College Friars Men's Basketball
1-4 p.m. — Amica Mutual Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Witness an exciting NCAA Division I basketball clash between the Quakers and Friars.
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Hartford Wolf Pack at Providence Bruins
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Amica Mutual Pavilion — Tickets available — Experience an exciting AHL matchup with the Hartford Wolf Pack facing off against the Providence Bruins.
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