In The News
April 30, 2021
“What’s Next for the Woonasquatucket River Greenway” Webinar Recap
On Tuesday, April 27, the WRWC offered a webinar focusing on the exciting changes that are coming to the Woonasquatucket Greenway on Promenade, Kinsley, and beyond! We shared upcoming projects and improvements that are transforming the Woonasquatucket River... Keep reading »
April 7, 2021
Hike Olivia’s Forest Saturday
SMITHFIELD – The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council will continue its Explore the Woonasquatucket Recreation Series on Saturday, April 10, at 10 a.m., with a hike through Olivia’s Forest in Smithfield. Read the full article in The Valley Breeze... Keep reading »
April 7, 2021
Clean-up day planned at Revive the Roots
SMITHFIELD – Celebrating 10 years at Mary Mowry Commons, the nonprofit organization Revive the Roots has announced partnerships with the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council that will bring educational materials along the Mowry House trails. Read the full article... Keep reading »
March 26, 2021
What places in Providence are most at risk from climate change?
Alicia Lehrer, Director of the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council, was quoted in this story on climate change and the risks it poses to Providence. Here’s what Alicia said: “My vision is really about restoring the natural hydrology of... Keep reading »
February 23, 2021
Vote Yes on Question 2
What is Question 2? Question 2 is a $74 million bond that is on the ballot in Rhode Island’s March 2, 2021 special election. Voting yes on Question 2 shows your approval for major investments in clean water,... Keep reading »
February 18, 2021
Test Shows Woonasquatucket is Getting Cleaner!
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) – For 18 years, Cynthia Morissette has been testing water quality with her students, and the Woonasquatucket River near Riverside Park in Providence has always tested positive for concerning bacteria called fecal coliform. That is,... Keep reading »
February 11, 2021
Alicia Lehrer, our Executive Director, will join NiRoPe at Studio 10 on Friday, February 12th at 12:30. Watch her live or come back for a link to the video.
The Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council (WRWC) sparks economic development through their work restoring the Woonasquatucket River and communities around it, and by enhancing, extending and bringing people to the Woonasquatucket River Greenway. The WRWC is a successful model... Keep reading »
December 21, 2020
San Souci Bikeway, the Woonasquatucket Greenway’s Newest Spur, Makes Top 10 New Bikeways for 2020 List
“Don’t judge a project by its size. The 0.35-mile San Souci Drive is a great example of how Providence is using green infrastructure to separate space between people on bikes and others driving cars, all while mitigating local... Keep reading »
December 17, 2020
WRWC Board of Directors’ New Leadership!
During its December 2020 meeting, the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council Board of Directors nominated new leadership. After 11 years on the board and 9 years as board president, Roy Najecki stepped down. After thanking Roy for his extraordinary... Keep reading »
November 18, 2020
EcoRI: Providence Officials Reject Gas Station and Self-Storage Project
PROVIDENCE — A large minimart and self-storage development was recently rejected by the City Plan Commission (CPC) for being at odds with plans to make the neighborhood more inviting to walking, bicycling, and outdoor enjoyment…The project envisioned for... Keep reading »
September 29, 2020
Gas Station and Fast-Food Project Threatens Providence Bicycle and Pedestrian Revitalization
Many thanks to EcoRI for shining a light on a proposed fast food/gas station project proposed for the intersection of Kinsley and Dean in Providence that is “smack in the middle of a neighborhood revitalization effort to open... Keep reading »
September 16, 2020
Summer/Fall 2020 Newsletter!
Catch up on the latest Woony news! Our Summer/Fall 2020 newsletter is full of stories about how donors, volunteers, and partners have made all the difference in our work. Download the Summer/Fall 2020 Newsletter!... Keep reading »