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Tuesday, November 18th, 2025
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Rhode Island Good Neighbor Energy Fund kicked off its 40th year fundraising campaign Monday to help families in temporary crisis pay for home heating — raising $567,000 from sponsoring energy companies while setting a $400,000 goal for the coming season. United Way of Rhode Island administers the program for households that do not qualify for state or federal aid. 10 WJAR
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Hope & Main held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new location on Westminster St in Providence where it will launch the West End Kitchens—a shared-use production kitchen for food entrepreneurs—with the facility set to open in 2026. 10 WJAR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Trinity Rep presents a fresh take on 'A Christmas Carol' at its 250-seat Dowling Theater (201 Washington St.) as it marks the final season of artistic director Curt Columbus. The play stars Stephen Thorne as Scrooge and features dynamic performances, lively music, and creative staging by co-directors Richard Jenkins and Sharon Jenkins as it runs through Dec. 31. The Boston Globe
- ➤ At BravoCon on Nov. 16, host Andy Cohen showed the first trailer for The Real Housewives of Rhode Island—revealing the full cast and hints of drama in a small state—and sparked local interest. The show—set to debut in 2026—will bring a fresh look at local life. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Andy Cohen revealed at BravoCon in Las Vegas the first trailer for The Real Housewives of Rhode Island, which will premiere in 2026 and follow local women as they navigate a close-knit social scene in the Ocean state. The cast includes Alicia Carmody, Rosie DiMare, Ashley Iaconetti, Liz McGraw, Rulla Nehme Pontarelli, Kelsey Swanson and Jo-Ellen Tiberi—Dolores Catania joins as a friend. 10 WJAR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Harrison Grigsby, founder of the Hope Scholars Initiative, uses hip-hop to help students who struggled in traditional classrooms build confidence and share their stories. His program partners with local schools and detention centers, including A-Venture Academy in Providence, to offer in-school and after-school mentoring and creative learning opportunities. The Boston Globe
- ➤ Education leaders will hold a groundbreaking for a new Pre-K to 8 school that will combine Asa Messer Elementary and West Broadway Middle School — Providence Mayor Brett Smiley and Education Secretary Angelica Infante-Green are scheduled to attend. 10 WJAR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Bankrupt CharterCARE hospitals received poor safety grades from Leapfrog and now face a potential closure order within 50 days—spokesperson Otis Brown said the survey did not reflect the true quality of care provided. Go Local Prov
- ➤ Barrington substitute teacher Marlene Prichard said she may not afford health insurance after ACA tax credits end this December—she fears her monthly payment will nearly double after her retirement in February and raised her concerns at a press conference with Congressman Gabe Amo. 10 WJAR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Five players were named as nominees for the Longplex Athlete of the Week for the football semifinals—nominations include Alec Hayes, Jabari Jackson, Dante Peno, Sam Perry, and Jayden Rabbitt—while voters may cast their ballots online from Monday morning until Friday at 11:59 p.m. with the winner to be announced next week. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Ten teams will compete in the RIIL Super Bowls this weekend at Cranston Stadium and the report identifies 10 key players—like Parker Howley and Alec Hayes—expected to shape their teams’ success during the games. The Providence Journal
- ➤ Bryant men’s soccer earned an at-large bid to the 2025 NCAA Division I men’s soccer tournament on Monday and received the No. 11 seed—marking their second appearance in the tournament following a 2023 entry. They will host the winner of the Seton Hall versus Siena game on Sunday, November 23 at 6 p.m. at Beirne Stadium. The Providence Journal
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Alaska Anchorage Seawolves at Brown Bears Men's Hockey
7-8:30 p.m. — Meehan Auditorium — VIP tickets available — Experience college hockey action with VIP packages for an unforgettable night.
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Glenn Miller Orchestra Concert
4:00 – 5:30 PM — The Greenwich Odeum — Tickets available — Experience the timeless sounds of the world-famous Glenn Miller Orchestra, renowned for its unique jazz melodies.
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Samantha Rae & Jay Acoustic Performance
9:30 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. — Moonshine Alley — Ticket info TBA — Enjoy an energetic acoustic night featuring local talents Samantha Rae and Jay.
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Berta Rojas Concert
7:30-10 p.m. — Music Mansion — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting melodies of Grammy-winning Paraguayan guitarist Berta Rojas in an intimate concert setting.
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Ornament - A Tribute to Trans-Siberian Orchestra
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Stadium Theatre — Tickets $28-$39 — Experience a dazzling rock orchestra tribute to the Trans-Siberian Orchestra with a holiday-themed production.
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Windborne's The Music of Pink Floyd
7-8:30 p.m. — Providence Performing Arts Center — $30+ — Experience the fusion of rock and classical as the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra and a full rock band perform Pink Floyd's iconic music.
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Farleigh Dickinson Knights at Providence Friars Basketball
7-10 p.m. — Amica Mutual Pavilion — Cost info not provided — Watch the Providence Friars take on the Farleigh Dickinson Knights in an exciting NCAA basketball matchup.
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The Planet Smashers Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — $22.66 — Catch this very special intimate show with none other than The Planet Smashers!!
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PVD Downcity Holiday Market (December 4-7)
This holiday season, from Thursday, December 4th, through Sunday, December 7th, Grant's Block Park and adjacent Westminster Street will transform into an enchanting outdoor marketplace for visitors and residents alike to meet, shop, drink, eat, and support local businesses. The Market will showcase a unique rotation of high-quality local and regional makers, artists, farmers, food vendors, entertainers, and more.
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Jason Ringenberg Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — The Parlour Providence — $17 — Experience the solo career of Americana legend Jason Ringenberg, frontman of Jason And The Scorchers.
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