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Southern New England’s Eclipse & Meteor Night | Providence News

Southern New England’s Eclipse & Meteor Night | Providence News

Published 1 week, 5 days ago
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Southern New Englanders witnessed a dazzling partial solar eclipse yesterday, with peak views around 1:55 p.m. at Frosty Drew Observatory in Charlestown, where telescopes showcased the sun’s hidden layers. But the cosmic fun didn’t stop there — just after the eclipse, the Perseid meteor shower peaked overnight, offering up to 100 shooting stars for skywatchers with clear skies. Attendees raved about the shared awe and community spirit, while observatory staff celebrated the turnout as a way to unite people under the stars — proving that even a partial eclipse can feel like magic when experienced together.

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