Good Day
Providence
Tuesday, December 17th, 2024
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island will inaugurate its largest veterans transitional housing facility, aiming to serve over 100 veterans yearly after a $4.5 million renovation. 10 WJAR
- ➤ In Rhode Island, the rising homelessness issue is being addressed by Crossroads Rhode Island through the construction of new apartments and emphasis on permanent housing as the key solution. Rhode Island PBS
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A multiple-vehicle crash on the Henderson Bridge led to traffic delays during the Monday morning commute into Providence. 10 WJAR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jules Sharpe, a RISD graduate and creator of Lost Bag News, seeks to celebrate and elevate Providence's existing artistic culture through their innovative DIY publishing projects. The Boston Globe
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ WPRI Channel 12 in Rhode Island experienced layoffs as Nexstar Media aims to reduce operating expenses despite recording high revenues. The Boston Globe
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rhode Island State Auditor's repeated warnings about IT security and cybersecurity risks were highlighted following a significant hack and data breach of the RIBridges/HealthSource RI systems. Go Local Prov
-
Xtreme Hip Hop Fitness Class for All Ages
This free fitness class offers an engaging Xtreme Hip Hop experience suitable for participants of all ages and abilities at the Roger Williams Park Temple to Music.
-
Ballet RI Presents The Nutcracker
Ballet RI's enchanting production of The Nutcracker features stunning sets, unique costumes, and performances by both young dancers and resident artists, providing a magical experience for the holiday season.
-
Providence College Men's Basketball vs. St. John's
This college basketball game features Providence College competing against St. John's at Dunkin'.
-
Goodwin Concert at Fete Music Hall
Goodwin will perform live at Fete Music Hall in Providence, Rhode Island.
-
Jazz Performance by Greg Abate
The acclaimed jazz musician Greg Abate will perform at the First Baptist Church in America in Providence.
-
Foundation Mondays: Dancehall & Reggae Night with Live Bands
Foundation Mondays offers a vibrant weekly gathering at The Parlour featuring live dancehall and reggae music alongside DJ performances.
-
Holiday Lights Spectacular at Roger Williams Park Zoo
Experience a stunning walk-through light display featuring over 3.5 million illuminated lights across 40 acres at the Roger Williams Park Zoo.
-
Wee-One Wednesdays at Roger Williams Park Botanical Center
This event invites preschoolers aged 2-4 to explore nature through activities like walks, stories, and crafts at the Botanical Center.
-
Glistening Twilight Painting Session
Participate in an in-studio painting session at Paint and Vino, which includes a complimentary beverage of your choice.
-
Holiday Lights Spectacular at Roger Williams Park Zoo
The Holiday Lights Spectacular is an annual walk-through event featuring over 3.5 million illuminated lights across 40 acres, running from November 29 to January 4.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Freedom is what you do with what's been done to you.
~ Jean-Paul Sartre
About Good Day Providence
Welcome to the Good Day Providence, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Providence, Rhode Island community. If you like the Good Day Providence, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Providence.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Providence and across Rhode Island. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Good Day Providence
A free Providence community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://gooddayprovidence.com/sitemap