In The News
September 28, 2026
Boo! Added Mile of Bike Path Scares Johnston Town Council
Frank Carini takes a funny, sharp and refreshingly direct look at the recent Johnston Town Council resolution opposing the proposed extension of the Woonasquatucket River Greenway. The piece pushes back on concerns about crime, traffic, litter and e-bikes... Keep reading »
September 25, 2026
WRWC’s 2025 Annual Report
WRWC’s 2025 Annual Report 2025 was a year of uncertainty, resilience, and continued progress across the Woonasquatucket River watershed. Even as unexpected funding challenges threatened important work, our staff, partners, volunteers, and supporters kept WRWC moving forward. From... Keep reading »
September 23, 2026
ecoRI News Highlights the Woonasquatucket River Greenway in Johnston
ecoRI News Highlights the Woonasquatucket River Greenway in Johnston ecoRI News recently joined WRWC Director of Projects Lisa Aurecchia for a walk along the Woonasquatucket River Greenway in Johnston to learn more about decades of restoration work and... Keep reading »
September 15, 2026
See What the Greenway Can Be in Johnston
Come Plant With Us and See What the Greenway Can Be in Johnston There is a lot happening along the Woonasquatucket River Greenway in Johnston right now, and on Saturday, September 26, we’re inviting you to come see... Keep reading »
September 1, 2026
New Backbone Organization for Central Providence Unidos
WRWC Becomes New Backbone Organization for Central Providence Unidos The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) is proud to serve as the new backbone organization for Central Providence Unidos (CPU) Health Equity Zone (HEZ), supporting a shared vision to... Keep reading »
August 27, 2026
Building Climate Resilience Through Community Trust
Building Climate Resilience Through Community Trust WRWC Executive Director Alicia Lehrer recently joined Rhode Island climate leaders for the Rhode Island Foundation’s Climate Action and Sustainability Donor Convening, “Resilience & Risk: Rhode Island’s Climate Future,” featuring U.S. Senator... Keep reading »
August 24, 2026
We’re Hiring: Health Equity Zone Director for Central Providence Unidos
We’re Hiring: Health Equity Zone Director for Central Providence Unidos The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) is excited to announce an opportunity to join our team as the Health Equity Zone (HEZ) Director of Central Providence Unidos (CPU).... Keep reading »
August 20, 2026
Providence’s Climate Justice Plan Update
Community Voices Help Shape Providence’s Climate Justice Plan Update Recently, the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council joined the City of Providence Office of Sustainability to co-host a community review of the Providence Climate Justice Plan Five-Year Update. Approximately 60... Keep reading »
August 17, 2026
Woonasquatucket Greenway Illustrated Map by Sophie Foulkes
The Woonasquatucket River Greenway is more than a trail. It’s a connection between neighborhoods, parks, wildlife, history, art, and the communities that have shaped the river for generations. Now, you can explore it in a whole new way... Keep reading »
August 14, 2026
Another Amazing Season of Red Shed Bike Camp
Another Amazing Season of Red Shed Bike Camp Another seven weeks of riding, learning, exploring, and growing are in the books at the Red Shed! This summer, more than 90 campers from across the Woonasquatucket River watershed and... Keep reading »
August 13, 2026
Connecting The Groden Center to the Greenway
An exciting new project at The Groden Center on Manton Avenue will make the Greenway connection even stronger. Recently, members of WRWC’s Campeones team toured The Groden Center and the surrounding area to get a firsthand look at... Keep reading »
August 13, 2026
A Toast to Revive the Roots
A Toast to Revive the Roots We were honored to join our friends and partners at Revive the Roots for their Annual Donor Appreciation Gala at Mowry Commons in Smithfield. It was a beautiful evening in the gardens... Keep reading »