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Bombing boosts security concerns for event planners
In the aftermath of the deadly bombing at the Boston Marathon, security is being defined, redefined and arranged, as spring takes hold in Rhode Island and civic leaders prepare for crowds expected at marathons, 5K walks, food festivals and Providence’s signature crowd-pleaser – WaterFire. more

By Rhonda Miller
PBN Staff Writer | 4/22/13

R.I. projects receive $1.5M in trail grants
PROVIDENCE – The state has awarded 28 projects a total of $1,524,725 in recreational trail grants from federal transportation funds. more
5/6/13
Public forums begin on Rocky Point park
Now that control of the land has been decided, the next step is determining what type of public use and amenities to allow on 120 acres of prime waterfront land that was once home to the former Rocky Point Amusement Park in Warwick. more

By Rebecca Keister
PBN Staff Writer | 5/13/13

Road races help keep nonprofits running
For cash-strapped nonprofits, there are lots of ways it can pay to hold local races. more

By Rebecca Keister
PBN Staff Writer | 5/20/13

A passion for fitness leads to thriving business
Fitness is the mission of Denise Chakoian-Olney’s two Core studios in Providence. Fitness is also the guiding principle of her business plan – lean, consistent and responsive to the intricate and vital movements of her financial muscles. more

By Rhonda Miller
PBN Staff Writer | 5/27/13

R.I. joins Wildlife Violator Compact
PROVIDENCE – The Senate has passed legislation that would make Rhode Island the 40th member of the Interstate Wildlife Violator Compact, an agreement between states that promotes uniform wildlife law enforcement across state boundaries. more
6/17/13
Big East changing name; downsizing possible
Mike Aresco, commissioner of the athletic conference known for 34 years as the Big East, speaks fondly of Providence, but he can’t promise how long the league he’s reinventing will remain in its historic home. more

By Patrick Anderson
PBN Staff Writer | 6/17/13

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