Tag: Waterfire Providence
Beefed-up WaterFire looking for massive 250th anniversary turnout
After several years of scaled back programming, WaterFire Providence is looking to bounce back this year, and it's hoping to use the nation's 250th...
WaterFire Providence announces 2026 season
PROVIDENCE – The 2026 WaterFire season will include eight full lightings, six partial lightings and four Starts at Sunset lightings on the Micheal S....
For PBN summit panel, government’s role in economy a tricky balance
The role of government and the use of taxpayer money to spur the economy took center stage at Providence Business News’ 2026 Economic Trends...
Boutique hotels showing more room for growth
At Providence’s The Beatrice, travelers aren’t just booking a room. They’re booking a vibe. That’s according to Jennifer Curtin, the general manager of the...
City’s free Illuminate PVD celebration returns
PROVIDENCE – The city will ring in the new year on Wednesday with the 3rd annual New Year’s Eve Celebration and fireworks, co-hosted by...
City provides $3.75M spark for WaterFire; is it enough to keep...
The city of Providence is using a $3.75 million sale-leaseback deal to come to the financial rescue of the popular WaterFire Providence, and supporters...
Providence City Council advances Mile of History project amid fierce debate
PROVIDENCE – The City Council granted first passage Thursday to an ordinance that would fund major upgrades along Benefit Street as part of the...
Providence City Council approves $25M bond to purchase 444 Westminster St.,...
PROVIDENCE – On Thursday, the City Council voted 9-3 to approve a measure requested by Mayor Brett P. Smiley's administration authorizing the Providence Public...
Smiley unveils $624.2M FY26 city budget proposal, acknowledges ‘exceptionally difficult’ decisions
PROVIDENCE – Mayor Brett P. Smiley on Wednesday released his proposed $624.2 million budget for fiscal year 2026 that begins July 1, a 4% increase...
2025 WaterFire season slated to begin May 15
PROVIDENCE – The 2025 WaterFire season will include six full lightings, two partial lightings and four Starts at Sunset lightings on the Micheal S....
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