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Providence College President’s Statement on Gavitt’s Death

Sunday, September 18, 2011

GoLocalProv Sports Team

Providence College President Fr. Brian J. Shanley, O.P. released the following statement this evening on the passing of Dave Gavitt:

Big East Sadness: Dave Gavitt Dies As Syracuse & Pitt Look To ACC

Saturday, September 17, 2011

Scott Cordischi, GoLocalProv Sports Editor

On the same day that Syracuse & Pitt look to bolt for the ACC, Big East founder Dave Gavitt passes away at the age of 73.

Basketball Legend Dave Gavitt Dies

Saturday, September 17, 2011

GoLocalProv Sports Team

David "Dave" Gavitt who lead Providence College to the final four, helped to create the Big East Conference, developed the Olympic Men's Basketball "Dream Team" died after a long illness. The basketball hall of famer was an icon in Rhode Island sports.

He was born on October 26, 1937 in Westerly. He coached Dartmouth College for two years and then joined PC for the 1969-70 season. But, it was his famous run in 1973 that lead PC basketball to the NCAA Final Four with Marvin Barnes and Ernie D., that made him one of college basketball star coaches and Rhode Island's most famous.

New “Comedy Monday” Series Launches at Roots Cafe

Saturday, September 17, 2011

GoLocalProv Features Team

Things are about to get a whole lot funnier in downtown Providence. At least on Mondays. Roots Cultural Center has announced the launching of Roots Comedy Monday, a regular night of stand-up and improv, every other Monday, beginning this coming Monday, September 19, at 8pm.

Hundreds of RI Volunteers Give Middle School New Life

Saturday, September 17, 2011

GoLocalProv Features Team

Serve Rhode Island, the state’s largest volunteer service organization, mobilized hundreds of volunteers on Saturday, September 10 to make much-needed improvements to the Gilbert Stuart Middle School in Providence. The effort was part of a National Day of Service in recognition and remembrance of the 10th Anniversary of September 11th.

Spa Week: Sweet Deals at RI Top Spas

Saturday, September 17, 2011

GoLocalProv Lifestyle Team

Spa-lovers, it's the deal of the year. Spa Week is coming back to Rhode Island, and three of the state's most deluxe spas will be taking part and offering top shelf treatments for just $50.

10 Things You Have to Do this Fall

Saturday, September 17, 2011

GoLocalProv Features Team

With this weekend's air crisp and dry, and the beginning of color hitting the trees, it's time to dig into the fall's favorite activities. We've got the 10 things you've got to do to get the most of this beautiful season in Rhode Island.