Providence offers multiple public transit options this summer, making it easy to get around without driving despite high gas prices and climate concerns. The Providence-Newport ferry has resumed service with four daily trips each way, fares at $12 one-way, and…
After more than 30 years of planning and development, Providence has completed a new one-mile section of the Woonasquatucket River Greenway along Kinsley Avenue. The project, celebrated on June 15, connects downtown Providence with neighborhoods like Smith Hil…
Providence, Rhode Island, has been recognized as the second most walkable city in America for three consecutive years by USA Today 10Best readers. John Kostrzewa, a retired Providence Journal reporter and editor, highlights two accessible walking trails in his…
Neutaconkanut Park, located on the western edge of Providence, has been designated as the city’s newest National Register Historic District, recognizing its rich historical and cultural significance. The park, known for its scenic views, skatepark, and natural…
Rhode Island is experiencing a worsening statewide drought that has left lawns brittle and dry across the state. The prolonged lack of rainfall has significantly impacted soil moisture levels, causing widespread stress to vegetation. Residents are noticing the…
On June 22, 2026, Providence Mayor Brett P. Smiley signed the Fiscal Year 2027 budget, affirming the city’s commitment to maintaining essential services without raising taxes. The budget supports emergency housing relief, public safety, infrastructure, librari…
Rhode Island lawmakers have passed a bill banning the sale of certain rat poisons, aiming to protect wildlife from accidental poisoning. The legislation responds to concerns raised by environmental advocates and wildlife experts, including Sheida Soleimani, Ex…
The Roger Williams Park Zoo recently welcomed the hatching of three Humboldt penguin chicks, marking a significant success for the zoo’s breeding program. These new arrivals are a positive development for the conservation efforts focused on this vulnerable spe…
State and city officials came together on Monday to mark the completion of a new segment of the Woonasquatucket River Greenway in Providence. This addition extends the popular multi-use trail, enhancing recreational opportunities and providing a safer, more ac…
Authorities confirmed cases of the H5N1 strain of avian influenza at Antonelli Poultry in Providence, Rhode Island. In response to the detection of the highly contagious bird flu, officials ordered the euthanasia of 445 birds at the facility to prevent further…
The Providence City Council has approved the Fiscal Year 2026 city budget, emphasizing fairer tax rates aimed at benefiting working families. The budget includes a modest increase in the tax levy while preserving the role of the Sustainability Department, ensu…
The Roger Williams Park Zoo announced that its twin red panda kits, Katara and Sokka, will be relocated. The young pandas, born at the zoo, are set to leave their current home as part of a conservation and breeding program. This move aims to ensure genetic div…
