Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of November.
Good morning, Providence.
Scituate was settled in 1710 and became an official town in 1731; it is known for a reservoir that took nearly 40% of the town's land and an art festival each Columbus Day weekend—drawing over 300 local artists to display their work.
The town was once considered for the United Nations headquarters because its clear radio signals helped monitor secret transmissions during the war.
Developers plan to convert the former Asa Messer school on Messer Street into housing.
A video tour shows the building’s layout and features — key details that highlight the project’s potential to bring new homes to the community.
URI football, finishing the regular season 10-2 and winning its first outright Coastal Athletic Association championship since 1985, will host Central Connecticut in the first round of the FCS playoffs on Saturday at noon at Meade Stadium—while longtime athletics director Thorr Bjorn prepares to leave for UMass after 18 years at the school. This success sets up a major test for the Rams as they aim to build on their historic season.
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.
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.
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!!
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.
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.
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.
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.
Meghan Patrick Live
6-10 p.m. — Moonshine Alley — Limited menu available — Enjoy an intimate night of country music with CMT's Next Women of Country 2025 singing her hits.
Earth Wind and Fire Live Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Providence Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless hits of music legends Earth, Wind & Fire and groove to their unforgettable sound.
Dizgo with Nite Zero Band
7-8:30 p.m. — Fete Music Hall — $25 — Experience an exciting night of music featuring Dizgo and Nite Zero Band.
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