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Racing reaps profits in Newport
Among the positives during a busy summer in Newport, a corporate-outing windfall was realized as the City by the Sea played host to several major sailing events, including the America’s Cup World Series, tall ships and the 2012 Newport Bermuda Race. more

By Michael Souza
PBN Staff Writer | 9/24/12

WaterFire on firm financial ground
What a difference a year makes. Near the end of 2011 the driving forces behind WaterFire Providence, touted by many as the city’s signature artistic event, painted a picture of a desperate financial state that made them question the organization’s chances of returning for the next season. more

By Rebecca Keister
PBN Staff Writer | 10/1/12

Lila Delman, society launch Web application
NEWPORT – Lila Delman Real Estate and the Newport Historical Society launched “Explore Historic Newport,” a Web-based application that allows visitors to tour Newport’s diverse sites. more
10/1/12
Weekapaug Inn opens following $20 million renovation
The historic Weekapaug Inn re-opened on Sunday after a $20 million renovation, Ocean House Management LLC announced Tuesday. more
| 10/9/12
Nonprofit to take over Blackstone River Valley Corridor
The John H. Chafee Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor Commission, expected to expire on Oct. 11, will formerly transfer its mission to the nonprofit organization it created more than a year ago: the Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor Inc. more
| 10/9/12
R.I. to hold youth soccer championships in 2014
The United States Youth Soccer Region Championships will be held in Rhode Island in 2013 and 2014, bringing with it an estimated $6.6 million in economic impact for local businesses. more
Fall River shoots for Revolution stadium
Fall River Mayor William A. Flanagan sent a letter to New England Patriots and New England Revolution owner Robert Kraft, inviting the sports magnate to tour the city as he searches for a new home for the soccer team. more
| 10/17/12
Tourism campaigns should include long-term strategies, say feds
Destination management companies and tourism-related businesses shouldn’t be relying on marketing efforts alone to attract visitors and should instead be incorporating long-term strategic planning into their efforts, according to the U.S. Department of Commerce. more
Providence best ‘foodie’ city in America says Travel + Leisure
Providence was ranked the best foodie city in Travel + Leisure Magazine’s “America’s Favorite Cities” poll that ranks the vacation-worthiness of 35 cities from across the United States. more
PWCVB honors Singleton, unsung heroes at annual meeting
The Providence Warwick Convention and Visitors Bureau inducted J.L. “Lynn” Singleton, Providence Performing Arts Center president, into its hall of fame Wednesday afternoon at the organization’s annual meeting. more
| 11/8/12
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