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Thursday, November 20th, 2025
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of November.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Chad A. Verdi—a Rhode Island film producer—is teaming with Leonardo DiCaprio to make a documentary called 'Oz' that will show how the 1939 movie The Wizard of Oz was made. The film will start filming in June 2026 and use unseen footage as part of their fourth collaboration. The Providence Journal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Three Rhode Island teachers were honored with the 2025 RI STEAM Educator Award on November 19 — Erin Giuliano of Park Elementary in Warwick, Christopher Colson of Goff Middle School in Pawtucket, and Tiffany Risch of Coventry High School received a $1,000 classroom grant and a $500 personal award to support innovative STEAM teaching. Go Local Prov
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island’s Office of Veterans Services and Meals on Wheels of Rhode Island hosted a Veterans Café at the East Providence Senior Center on Wednesday, November 19 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.—veterans received free meals and help filing claims—and the next session will be held on December 17 at the Southside Cultural Center in Providence. 10 WJAR
- ➤ Rhode Island Energy withdrew its proposal to offer customers $75 monthly relief credits for January through March 2026 and 2027 after the approval deadline lapsed in a Public Utilities Commission meeting on Wednesday—its representative said the company will pursue other ways to lower energy costs for the coming winter. ABC 6
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Brown University researchers found that smoking cannabis with THC reduced alcohol use in a controlled lab trial in Providence. Participants who smoked lower and higher THC doses drank 19 percent and 27 percent less alcohol than those who smoked a placebo, but further research is needed to see if the effect holds outside the lab. Brown University
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Elton Castee bought the underlying mortgage for the haunted Burrillville property on Oct. 8 while paranormal investigator Jason Hawes began raising nearly $315,000 to help purchase the home—efforts that continue despite the deed remaining with Jacqueline Nuñez. The house’s future will change if Nuñez signs over the deed or the property is re-auctioned. The Boston Globe
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Roger Federer, a 20-time major champion, will be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame next summer in Newport— the celebration set for Aug 27-29 will honor broadcast journalist Mary Carillo, who is inducted via the Contributor Category. Tickets for the event will go on sale Feb 11. The Providence Journal
- ➤ The Providence Friars overcame a rough first half to beat UNH 98 to 66 on Nov. 18th at Amica Mutual Pavilion. Jason Edwards led with 25 points as the team closed the first half on a 6 to 0 run and made 10 straight shots out of the locker room — fueling a strong home comeback. The Providence Journal
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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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Providence College vs. URI Men's Basketball
12:00 – 1:30 PM — Amica Mutual Pavilion — Check the official site for ticket pricing — Watch the exciting rivalry as the Providence Friars take on URI in NCAA Division I basketball.
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Providence Bruins vs. Springfield Thunderbirds
3:05 – 4:35 PM — Amica Mutual Pavilion — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting matchup as the Bruins take on the Thunderbirds in a thrilling hockey game.
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