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Providence
Friday, December 20th, 2024
Good morning, Providence. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At Women & Infants Hospital, Santa visited NICU families, brought gifts and keepsakes in a tradition by Project Sweet Peas. The Providence Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ John Dorsey and Mark Russo, with property manager John Zilliken, are revitalizing Providence Place Mall by enhancing security, increasing cleanliness, and introducing new attractions to increase visitor numbers, aiming to continue the mall's legacy despite past challenges. The Boston Globe
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Attorney Zachary A. Cunha announces an agreement addressing violations of federal disability laws for children with disabilities in Rhode Island state care, following an investigation into the state's practices. ABC 6
- ➤ Repeated failures to address audit-reported deficiencies in Rhode Island's UHIP system have led to significant eligibility errors, costing the state an estimated $100 million annually. Go Local Prov
- ➤ Common Cause Rhode Island filed a complaint alleging an ally of Gov. Dan McKee failed to register as a lobbyist while influencing a $5.2 million education consulting contract award to ILO Group. The Providence Journal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Brown University researchers are evaluating the effectiveness of the first state-sanctioned overdose prevention center in Providence, Rhode Island, focusing on its impact on health outcomes, community safety, and cost efficiency. Brown University
- ➤ The Rhode Island Department of Health has put nursing assistant Alexandrea Berthiaume on probation for a year for patient abandonment and submitting a forged attendance signature. Go Local Prov
- ➤ The U.S. Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against CVS, citing practices that prioritized profit over health standards by disregarding red flags to fill opioid prescriptions excessively, amidst broader implications involving Rhode Island politics. Go Local Prov
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rick Pitino reflects on his transformative time coaching Providence College to the NCAA Final Four in the 1980s, emphasizing the enduring lesson that 'anything is possible', ahead of St. John’s matchup against Providence. The Boston Globe
TECHNOLOGY NEWS
- ➤ T.F. Green International Airport in Rhode Island, anticipating a record number of holiday travelers, is the first in the state to introduce GoodMaps, an AI-based navigation system. ABC 6
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Goodwin Concert at Fete Music Hall
Goodwin will perform live at Fete Music Hall in Providence, Rhode Island.
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Jazz Performance by Greg Abate
The acclaimed jazz musician Greg Abate will perform at the First Baptist Church in America in Providence.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Glistening Twilight Painting Session
Participate in an in-studio painting session at Paint and Vino, which includes a complimentary beverage of your choice.
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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.
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Ballet RI's Spectacular Performance of The Nutcracker
Experience the beloved holiday production of The Nutcracker, featuring enchanting performances, stunning sets, and engaging characters suitable for all ages.
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Brown Bears Ice Hockey vs. Long Island University Sharks
Watch the Brown University Bears face the Long Island University Sharks in a men's ice hockey match at Meehan Auditorium.
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Holiday Lights Spectacular at Roger Williams Park Zoo
Experience a dazzling annual walk-through light display featuring over 3.5 million lights across 40 acres at the RWP Zoo.
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