Tag: Blackstone Valley Tourism Council
AFTER ‘ALL THAT’: R.I. tourism holding its own this summer, but...
For Corey Barreira, this summer has been a test of resilience. The director of operations at the Newport Restaurant Group has seen a number...
RIFC Corner Kicks: Blackstone Valley tourism officials hope soccer can bring...
(Editor’s note: This is the 11th installment in a weekly series spotlighting Rhode Island FC and Centreville Bank Stadium from a business perspective throughout...
A new attempt to breathe life into R.I.’s main streets
The colloquial “Main Streets” are vital for community cohesion and small-business growth. Yet, these areas don’t develop naturally, and many local commercial corridors struggle...
Regional tourism leaders hopeful next R.I. marketing chief will build on...
PROVIDENCE – In March 2020, as much of the country’s economic activity was grinding to a halt due to the outbreak of COVID-19, the...
Pawtucket looks to hire firm to give it some hype
Rocked by the loss of the Pawtucket Red Sox in 2020 and reeling from the possible departure of toymaking giant Hasbro Inc., Pawtucket leaders...
Pawtucket attempting a historic downtown development
Pawtucket is searching for private partners with big pockets and big ideas.
In recent years, the city has acquired several properties totaling about 20 acres...
Local organizations, municipalities receive $364K to support summer events statewide
EAST PROVIDENCE – Local elected and R.I. Commerce Corp. officials on Monday at Crescent Park Carousel announced that $364,891 in new Rhode Island Rebounds...
Trolling for dollars: South County Tourism Council hopes artist’s work lures...
CHARLESTOWN – After a multi-year delay, a world-renowned artist is bringing his giant trolls to South County, part of a new $123,000 marketing initiative...
Regional tourism leaders optimistic new slogan can be ‘All That’ and...
PROVIDENCE – R.I. Commerce Corp. recently unveiled a long-planned statewide marketing campaign, announcing to the world the Ocean State is “All That” and a...
In Blackstone Valley, effects of national park designation still evolving
State, federal and local tourism officials have for years been working to make the Blackstone Valley and its attractions a source of economic stimulus,...
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