THE CEREMONIAL TREE topper is hoisted to mark the highest point of construction at the Residence Inn Providence on Sept. 18. / COURTESY NEW HARBOR GROUP
PROVIDENCE – Construction of a nine-story hotel in downtown Providence reached a ceremonial point this week. A ‘topping-off’ ceremony was held Tuesday to mark the completion of the steel framing. The hotel, owned by The Procaccianti Cos., will be a new Residence Inn as part of the Marriott families. The 176-room hotel, located on West…