Could a ‘nightlife manager’ help revitalize Providence’s after-dark economy?
The sector is a critical part of the city’s character, but revenue remains below pre-COVID levels and business owners say ...
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Mayor Smiley discusses economic impact of ‘life at night’ in Providence
On Monday evening, Mayor Brett Smiley spoke at the Crib, an event space in Providence, to discuss the city’s nightlife and ...
The other 9-to-5: What a new report says about Providence’s ‘night economy’
A new report found that overall, Providence’s night economy contributes a little more than $990 million annually.
Providence expands nightlife with new discounts, safety measures
At a press conference held at CRIB PVD, an event space on North Main Street, Smiley introduced a new partnership with Spin, ...
Community Focus: Providence Mayor Brett Smiley
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Providence Mayor Brett Smiley joined 12 News at 4 to talk about what’s ahead for the capital city ...
Will Providence's taxes go up? Here's what Mayor Smiley wants to do.
Mayor Brett Smiley said he plans to ask the General Assembly to raise the city's taxes above the 4% threshold.
Providence nightlife generates almost $1B a year, but are businesses in trouble?
PROVIDENCE – Between the city’s restaurants, bars, nightclubs, theaters and performance venues, Providence nightlife ...
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Providence officials tout night culture, discuss safety concerns at clubs
City officials gathered Monday night to release their comprehensive analysis of nightlife in Providence. Mayor Brett Smiley ...
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Smiley looks at what's ahead for Providence in 2025
Providence Mayor Brett Smiley joined 12 News at 4 to talk about what’s ahead for the capital city in 2025. Against the odds, ...
Pay more for parking in Providence? What to know about Smiley's plan to tax lots and garages.
PROVIDENCE – Facing pressure to solve the city’s cash shortage, Providence Mayor Brett Smiley wants to levy a 7% sales tax on ...