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The Weekly: 5/8/25 Guide to Downtown Providence

In Providence, there’s always something interesting going on! And we understand how challenging it can be to wade through all the happenings and decide what events to attend, where to eat, and…
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Mother’s Day 2025 in Providence: Brunch, Lunch & Dinner

Tacos and empanadas at Cielito Mexican Kitchen (Photo by Abigail Clarkin/InDowncity) This Sunday, May 11 is Mother’s Day. Whether you’re celebrating your Mom, Grandma, or another mother figure in your life, this…
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HIP-HOP LEGENDS CYPRESS HILL TO PERFORM WITH THE RHODE ISLAND PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA: An exclusive interview with the group’s Eric Bobo

What began as a running sketch on a 1996 episode of The Simpsons has turned into a multi-cultural milestone. On July 10, 2024, the iconic hip-hop group Cypress Hill made The post…
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Moses Brown School teacher retiring after 43 years

James Skillings is calling it a career.
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Mayor Brett Smiley Announces Agreement Between City of Providence and Laborers Local Union 1033

Friday, May 2 Mayor Brett P. Smiley today announced that the City of Providence has reached an agreement with the Laborers Local Union 1033. The agreement includes fair wage increases, The post…
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The Weekly: 5/1/25 Guide to Downtown Providence

In Providence, there’s always something interesting going on! And we understand how challenging it can be to wade through all the happenings and decide what events to attend, where to eat, and…
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Downtown Providence Spring 2025 Cafe Specials

We’ll be the first to say that having a little treat can fix an awful lot of our problems… And trying new seasonal treats? Even better! The cafes in downtown Providence, RI…
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Mayor Smiley and the Providence Fire Department Announce the Return of the Emergency Medical Services Bicycle Program

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 Mayor Brett P. Smiley, Providence Fire Department Chief Derek M. Silva and EMS Chief Zach Kenyon, along with Providence Fire’s leadership team and community members, announced The post…
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Pedals & Plates: Rhode Island bike paths that feed the soul (and stomach)

RI’s bike paths are one of the state’s best-kept secrets — especially if you’re the kind of cyclist who rides for the snacks. From converted rail trails to scenic coastal The post…
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MNH World Migratory Bird Days

The birds are back in town! Join the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium in Roger Williams Park on Saturday, May 10 and Sunday, May 11 for World Migratory Bird Days! Enjoy The post…
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Humboldt penguins arrive at Roger Williams Park Zoo

The Roger Williams Park Zoo last had penguins in 2013 and will now be one of only 24 facilities in North America to care for this specific species.
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Mayor Brett Smiley Announces 2025 Prescription Drug Take-Back Day  

In observance of National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, Mayor Brett P. Smiley and Housing and Human Services Director Emily Freedman today announced community-wide and safe opportunities for the disposal of The post…
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The Weekly: 4/24/25 Guide to Downtown Providence

In Providence, there’s always something interesting going on! And we understand how challenging it can be to wade through all the happenings and decide what events to attend, where to eat, and…
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Mayor Brett Smiley, American Cruise Lines Announce Return to Providence with New Port of Call 

PROVIDENCE, RI — Mayor Brett P. Smiley and American Cruise Lines (“American”) today announced that Providence will be a port of call for its New England itineraries, marking the return The post…
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Longtime donor gives 100th gallon of blood

A longtime blood donor marked a major milestone Thursday morning.
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The Weekly: 4/17/25 Guide to Downtown Providence

In Providence, there’s always something interesting going on! And we understand how challenging it can be to wade through all the happenings and decide what events to attend, where to eat, and…
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Mayor Brett Smiley’s FY26 Budget: Strengthening Financial Stability and Reassurance in Local Government

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 Proposed FY26 budget includes responsible cuts, new revenue and lower than expected tax increase to fund critical city services and community priorities    Mayor Brett P. The post…
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Providence principal surprised with award

The RI Association of School Principals, joined by city leaders at Vartan Gregorian Elementary School, named Principal Matthew Brown the state's outstanding first year principal.
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Mayor Brett Smiley Releases Providence’s Plan for Our Schools: Building a Brighter Future

Thursday, April 10, 2025 Report Outlines Integration of Systems, Operations and Management for a Successful Transition to Local Management Mayor Brett P. Smiley today joined City Council Pro Tempore Juan The post…
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Providence’s Plan for Our Schools: Building a Brighter Future

Please use the website’s translation tool to translate this report to: Spanish, Chinese, Hatian Creole, Khmer and Portugese. April 2025 LETTER TO THE COMMUNITY As Mayor, there is no priority The post…
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The Weekly: 4/10/25 Guide to Downtown Providence

In Providence, there’s always something interesting going on! And we understand how challenging it can be to wade through all the happenings and decide what events to attend, where to eat, and…
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Kane Brown plays with adoptable puppies ahead of Providence show

Five Rhode Island shelter dogs had the time of their lives meeting country superstar Kane Brown over the weekend.
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WWII veteran takes Honor Flight to D.C. after surprise offer

It’s not every day you get to thank a veteran with a trip to the nation's capital, but that’s exactly what happened after U.S. Navy veteran Will Barbeau was featured on 12…
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Mayor Brett Smiley Proposes Citywide Replacement of Trash and Recycling Carts

Thursday, April 3, 2025 City proposes investment in waste management improvements to enhance quality-of-life, streamline city services and build a more sustainable Providence Mayor Brett P. Smiley and Councilman Jim The post…
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