Good Day
Providence
Friday, November 22nd, 2024
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of November.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A victim of a shooting on Chad Brown Street in Providence on Nov. 20 is in critical condition, with the incident leading to an ongoing suspect search. ABC 6
- ➤ The Providence Board of Licenses is set to review the operation licenses of four local establishments following a series of violent incidents, including stabbings and a shooting. ABC 6
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Nibbles Woodaway, the Big Blue Bug, marks the start of Rhode Island's holiday season with its 32nd annual lighting ceremony, featuring Geraldine Perry. ABC 6
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A former city administrator argues that Providence public schools need leadership and accountability, not just increased funding, for genuine improvement. The Boston Globe
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Providence City Council convenes for the final approval of a comprehensive plan focusing on housing, environmental policy, and economic growth for the next decade. ABC 6
- ➤ Providence Mayor Brett Smiley may implement the city's first mid-year tax increase since the 1970s to address a budget shortfall exposed by a lawsuit requiring payment for the Providence School Department. Go Local Prov
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Wolverine Packing Co. is recalling around 167,000 pounds of ground beef nationwide due to potential E. coli contamination, following reports of related illnesses. ABC 6
LOCAL NEWS
- ➤ The series of news excerpts covers a range of issues affecting local communities, including educational funding challenges, environmental concerns like drought status upgrades, political developments such as mayoral election outcomes, student activism at Brown University, assistance for the underprivileged in Woonsocket, and debates over the Providence public school system's governance. The Public's Radio
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ WLNE-TV and URI Athletics expand their partnership to broadcast select men's and women's basketball games during the winter season. ABC 6
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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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A Christmas Carol: A Humorous Adaptation
Experience a lively adaptation of Charles Dickens' classic tale, featuring humor and energy that brings the story of Ebeneezer Scrooge to life.
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Destination Afropiano: The Blackout Edition
Experience an electrifying night of Afrobeats and Amapiano music featuring DJ Tunez and Afrobeat star Wande Coal at The Strand Ballroom.
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High-Intensity Zumba Class at Roger Williams Park
Experience a high-energy Zumba class with Kiki at The Gateway Center, perfect for fitness enthusiasts looking to have fun while exercising.
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Xtreme Hip Hop Step Aerobics Class
Experience an engaging fitness class suitable for all ages at the Roger Williams Park Gateway Center.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.
~ Carl Jung
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