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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE City of Pawtucket Announces Dedicated Walk-In Hours for the Department of Commerce, Planning, and Redevelopment Pawtucket, RI – January, 1– The City of Pawtucket is pleased to announce dedicated walk-in hours for the Department of Commerce, Planning, and Redevelopment, designed to enhance efficiency, provide predictable service, and improve overall accessibility for residents, […]
Pawtucket’s Year in Review: A Look Back at 2024 As we step into 2025, we want to take a moment to reflect on the remarkable year we’ve shared together. Looking back, 2024 was a year defined by progress, resilience, and the strength of our close-knit community. It was a year that showcased the power of […]
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NEWS RELEASE Tuesday, November 19, 2024 Contact: Carol Donnelly, 401-556-7665 Email: [email protected] Twitter: @Gloria Gemma Facebook: www.facebook.com/GloriaGemma Instagram: @gloriagemmafoundation For Immediate Release “Scar Art” class empowers cancers survivors to use art as a tool for emotional healing LINCOLN, RI (November 19, 2024) The Gloria Gemma Breast Cancer Resource Foundation, a Rhode Island […]
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Mayor’s Weekly Recap Blog and Newsletter 11/07/25
Weekly Recap Pawtucket Residents: Join the Pawtucket Veterans Council at the Pawtucket Veterans’ Memorial (175 Roosevelt Ave) for a special ceremony honoring all who served, featuring tributes, music, a wreath laying, and a “Boots on the Ground” memorial for PFC Kyle J. Coutu. Thank you to all who contributed to

Mayor’s Weekly Recap Blog and Newsletter 10/31/25
Weekly Recap Pawtucket Residents: Thank you to everyone who joined us at City Hall-O-Ween! It was a joy to see our community come together for a night of fun and smiles. The event also kicked off our citywide food drive to support residents affected by EBT SNAP changes. Donations of

Mayor’s Weekly Recap Blog and Newsletter 10/24/25
Weekly Recap Pawtucket Residents: The Mayor’s Community Board invites residents to take the 2025 Residents Survey to share feedback and ideas that help shape Pawtucket’s future. Your input guides city decisions and strengthens our community! Pawtucket is now part of the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities, and we want to

Pawtucket’s Strategic Tree Canopy Plan
The City of Pawtucket has released its first-ever Strategic Tree Canopy Plan, developed in partnership with the Green Infrastructure Center (GIC) through a USDA Forestry Grant. This plan reflects over nine months of collaboration between City staff, community partners, and residents to better understand, protect, and grow Pawtucket’s urban forest. Using detailed land cover

Mayor’s Weekly Recap Blog and Newsletter 10/17/25
Weekly Recap Pawtucket Residents: Restaurant Week 2025 in Pawtucket runs October 20–25! Dozens of local restaurants are serving up special breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, making it the perfect way to explore our city’s diverse dining scene. Support local businesses, try as many spots as you can, and share your

Mayor’s Weekly Recap Blog and Newsletter 10/10/25
Weekly Recap Pawtucket Residents: The Pawtucket Redevelopment Agency has launched the Downtown Gateway Project RFP, a key step in revitalizing the city’s waterfront. The 20-acre site will build on the success of Tidewater Landing and Centreville Bank Stadium, creating new opportunities for housing, green space, and recreation while preserving Pawtucket’s