Good Day
Providence
Monday, November 18th, 2024
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Animal shelters, including the Providence Animal Rescue League, are experiencing a 35% increase in animal intakes due to financial hardships, leading to a call for adoptions, donations, and foster volunteers. 10 WJAR
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man in his 40s was stabbed and robbed by two assailants in Providence's Jewelry district late Saturday night, marking the fourth stabbing incident in the city that day. Go Local Prov
- ➤ Providence police investigate overnight gunfire outside Club Mezzo, leading to a 72-hour closure of the establishment after multiple cars were found with bullet holes. Go Local Prov
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Tomaquag Museum, led by Executive Director Lorén Spears, actively preserves Rhode Island's Indigenous history and empowers Native communities through education and economic initiatives. Rhode Island PBS
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Assistant Professor Marques Zárate emphasizes the impact of local elections on daily life and the importance of voter participation. Brown University
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A report highlights a mental health crisis among high school students in Rhode Island, emphasizing the higher rates of anxiety, depression, and suicide attempts, particularly among BIPOC and LGBTQ+ youths. Rhode Island PBS
- ➤ Three Rhode Island physicians were reprimanded by the Rhode Island Department of Health for professional misconduct, including malpractice and unprofessional behavior. Go Local Prov
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Rochambeau Library's Local Author Fair
Celebrate the creativity of local Rhode Island authors at the Rochambeau Library's Fall Local Author Fair.
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Fall ESOL Classes
Learn English through in-person ESOL classes offered for free at the Community Libraries of Providence this Fall.
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Melo Green Live at Aloft Providence Downtown
Experience an evening with Melo Green at Aloft Providence Downtown in Providence, RI.
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November Plant Walk at Roger Williams Park
Learn about various plants during a guided walk in Roger Williams Park while the Museum of Natural History is undergoing renovations.
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A Conversation with Nitro Bar Co-Founder Audrey Finocchiaro
Learn from Nitro Bar's co-founder, Audrey Finocchiaro, as she shares her journey of building a successful coffee brand from humble beginnings.
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Xtreme Hip Hop Step Aerobics for Everyone
Experience a fun and engaging fitness class suitable for all ages at Roger Williams Park Gateway Center, offering free step aerobics each Sunday morning.
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High Intensity Zumba Class with Kiki
Experience a high-energy Zumba class every Tuesday at The Gateway Center, perfect for fitness enthusiasts.
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Wee-One Wednesdays: Toddler Exploration
Experience a fun and engaging weekly toddler program featuring exploration, story time, and craft activities at the beautiful Roger Williams Park Botanical Center.
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Rhode Island Family Turkey Trot 5K
Celebrate the spirit of Thanksgiving with a family-friendly 5K and Kids Run in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.
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Live Music at The Guild in 195 District Park
Experience live performances from local musicians in the vibrant PVD Beer Garden atmosphere.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A friendship founded on business is better than a business founded on friendship.
~ John D. Rockefeller
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