March 16: Masses in the Diocese of Providence are canceled until further notice. March 17: Raimondo shuts down in-person dining, bans gatherings of 25 or more. Elorza closes Providence Place mall. Health officials say "community spread" of virus is occurring in Rhode Island, though only 32 cases have been confirmed. March 20: National Guard activated to deliver food and assist in testing. March 22: Raimondo orders all public recreation and entertainment venues to close, as well as close-contact businesses such as gyms, barbershops and tattoo parlors. March 23: Public schools in Rh...