This article describes the transformation of Providence, Rhode Island. For over a decade now, the words Providence and renaissance have been tied together so often it almost seems as if it is the city's new name: Providence-renaissance. Old-world sensibi...
The College Hill neighborhood is home to many historic and cultural sites and residences, as well as world-class educational institutions, such as the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) and Brown University. Filled with art and history, this iconic area has many treasures to visit. Where...
Providence was incorporated as a city in 1831 and became sole capital of Rhode Island in 1900, after having shared the duty first with four other towns and from 1854 with Newport. The city contains much of historic interest. The names of many streets (e.g., Benefit, Benevolent, Hope, Fri...
FootpathsGeography of the United StatesJohn ZurierPavementsProvidence, Rhode IslandSidewalkStreet FurnitureTransport PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) —There’s trouble underfoot in Providence, where the NBC 10 I-Team uncovered thousands of cracked, broken, damaged and overgrown sidewalks across the city. ...
Friday, September 6 Streets With Posted No Parking Starting at 5 a.m.: Weybosset St to Fulton St Washington St from Exchange to Dorrance St Fulton St from Eddy St to Exchange St Exchange Terrace from Exchange St to Francis St Dorrance St from Fulton St to Washington St Eddy St from Ful...
As you walk around the North Portico, examine the breathtaking cannon used by the First Rhode Island Light Artillery, Battery B, at the Battle of Gettysburg. 3. Benefit Street: The Heart of the 18th-Century Glitterati Take a stroll down Providence's Benefit Street and revel in the beauty ...
Copy My Trip: A festive weekend in Providence, Rhode Island Dec 14, 2023 • 5 min read Cocktails, coffee shops and yoga. Rachel Lewis discovers another side to Providence, Rhode Island. in partnership with getyourguide Book popular activitiesinProvidence ...
9 wounded in providence, rhode island, shooting police in rhode island's capital said nine people have been wounded in a shooting. by associated press | may 13, 2021 by associated press | may 13, 2021, at 10:55 p.m. save comment more police: 9 wounded in providence, r...
are planning a visit to see if the campus is right for you, or just like the vibe that a college culture brings to a city, Providence has it. The main campuses for Brown University, Johnson & Wales University, Providence College, Rhode Island College, and Rhode Island School of Design ar...
North Providence received grant money for a flood mitigation project on Wendell and Link Streets last year, but the project still hasn't started. a year ago On Your Dime: $4.3 million spent housing homeless in Rhode Island hotels Desperation has reached a boiling point in Rhode Island, as fu...