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In a major step forward for one of Newport’s mos In a major step forward for one of Newport’s most high-profile waterfront projects, the city’s Planning Board unanimously approved a plan Monday night to transform Waites Wharf into a vibrant mixed-use development featuring a hotel, restaurant, wedding venue, and multifamily housing. The redevelopment proposal, led by property owner Thomas Abruzese, includes demolishing existing structures on the site to make way for an 89-room hotel, two residential buildings with a total of 14 units, and two additional buildings that will house a wedding space, retail, and restaurant space. All parking for the project will be provided on site. Marina operations at the wharf will continue as usual. The board’s unanimous decision clears a major hurdle, leaving only minor city permitting steps to be handled administratively by staff and the Technical Review Committee. No additional hearings before the Planning or Zoning Boards will be necessary. The proposal must still receive approval from the Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council (CRMC), but Monday’s vote represents a key milestone for a project that has been years in the making. If all goes according to plan, construction could begin in the near future, bringing new energy, amenities, and housing to one of Newport’s most iconic stretches of waterfront. This project will breathe new life into the waterfront while preserving its historic role in our city’s maritime economy. #waiteswharf #newportri #newportbuzz
In a move to boost tourism and business, Governor In a move to boost tourism and business, Governor Dan McKee announced the creation of Ocean State 2026, a new nonprofit organization focused on preparing Rhode Island for the economic windfall expected from next year’s World Cup. Rhode Island Commerce Secretary Liz Tanner will step down from her cabinet role to become Executive Director of the new organization. State Treasurer James Diossa will serve as chairman of its board. “This world-class soccer event presents a major opportunity to showcase Rhode Island on the global stage—and we’re ready to seize it,” said McKee. “With Liz Tanner and Treasurer Diossa leading the way, we have a strong team in place to help Rhode Island make the most of this moment.” Seven matches are scheduled at Gillette Stadium between June 13 and July 9, 2026. Organizers estimate more than 1 million people will pass through the Providence metro area, bringing over $330 million in projected economic activity. Ocean State 2026 will coordinate statewide efforts to attract visitors, support local businesses, and boost Rhode Island’s global visibility. The nonprofit will also lead sponsorship initiatives and collaborate with local governments, tourism bureaus, chambers of commerce, and Boston 2026. “This is bigger than soccer,” said Diossa. “It’s about investing in our future and ensuring every Rhode Island community shares in the benefits.” Tanner, who will leave her post on July 4, said it’s been “the honor of a lifetime” to serve in Commerce and is excited for this new chapter. During her tenure, she oversaw broadband expansion, small business support programs, and major economic development efforts. Governor McKee praised Tanner’s leadership and said an interim Commerce Secretary will be named by July 4. #worldcup2026 #worldcup #rhodeisland #newportbuzz
June 3, 1916 — Downtown Providence turned into a June 3, 1916 — Downtown Providence turned into a red, white, and blue madhouse as 54,000 people marched in one of the biggest parades Rhode Island has ever seen. The occasion? A full-throttle show of support for President Woodrow Wilson’s “Preparedness Movement” — a campaign to get the U.S. ready for war as Europe burned in World War I. It was six and a half hours of flags, fanfare, and full-on pageantry. The scene-stealer? 
A “living flag” made up of 1,560 schoolchildren, Civil War veterans, and band members who belted out patriotic songs in perfect formation outside City Hall. Because why wave a flag when you can be one? 5,500 women marched in their own section — a historic flex of civic power before they even had the right to vote. Even the Ivy League got in on the action: Brown University students formed military-style “platoons” and marched down College Hill like future doughboys. The whole thing was billed as a “spontaneous outburst,” but with that kind of turnout, let’s be honest — this was a well-oiled, flag-waving machine.
 The first marchers stepped off at 12:30pm. The last group joined at 6pm. By 7, the parade had dissolved back into the crowd. But the message was loud and clear: Rhode Island was ready. #OnThisDay #ProvidenceRI #PreparednessParade #RhodeIslandHistory #rhodeisland #newportbuzz
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