In The News
March 14, 2019
Resources for Learning from Home
Below are links to a series of environmental education based videos created by the WRWC. We hope that you are staying safe and taking time to enjoy the outside during this difficult time. Here you will find different... Keep reading »
February 20, 2019
This Way to the Woony
Providence JournalImagine hopping in a self-driving shuttle that will take you to the Woonasquatucket River for a day of exploring. Well, that’s soon to be reality. The Woonasquatucket River corridor will be home to a free pilot project that... Keep reading »
February 5, 2019
Highlights of WRWC’s Stormwater Work
Green Infrastructure RIIn 2018, the WRWC brought more amazing Green Infrastructure projects to the community. GI projects use nature-based solutions that address stormwater flooding and pollution in our neighborhoods and along the Greenway. Check out the coverage from our partner... Keep reading »
October 25, 2018
Providence Mayor Unveils 20-year Revitalization Plan
Providence JournalHere it is – the Woonasquatucket Vision Plan for the Valley and Olneyville neighborhoods of Providence! For over 25 years, the WRWC has been the constant voice for change on the downtown stretch of Woonasquatucket River Greenway. See... Keep reading »
September 28, 2018
Reclaiming of River Improved Life in Olneyville
Providence JournalWe’ve been working for 25 years to revitalize the Woonasquatucket River and the communities it flows through. The transformation is real, it is palpable, and we’re working on an even brighter future. The Providence Journal shined a spotlight... Keep reading »
September 5, 2018
Woony River Ride runs through local towns
Valley BreezeSummer’s last hurrah means time to get out and enjoy the Greenway and watershed on two wheels. Our Woony River Hero, Elliott, shows just how to do it for the 2018 Woony River Ride.... Keep reading »
August 13, 2018
Green Infrastructure to Decrease Stormwater Flooding, Enhance Water Quality and Promote Equity
Urban Waters Learning NetworkThe WRWC has been working hard to bring Green Infrastructure solutions to our Greenway neighborhoods. We’re getting noticed, and people are learning that it’s not just about cleaning water – it’s about changing neighborhoods and growing stewards.... Keep reading »
July 24, 2018
Park Yourself Here
Providence OnlineParks along the Woonasquatucket River Greenway received some great props in this Providence Monthly highlight on Providence Parks. The WRWC has worked tirelessly since the 1990s to bring parks along the Greenway from a state of degraded disrepair... Keep reading »
May 10, 2018
Draft plan for Woonasquatucket Corridor
Providence JournalOur vision is catching on. The restoration of the downtown Woonasquatucket River is the impetus for developing what is now being dubbed the Woonasquatucket River Corridor. Since the 1990s, the WRWC has been the constant voice for change... Keep reading »
April 14, 2018
2018 Earth Month Clean Days Kickoff Recap
2018 Clean Days Kickoff Recap In 2018, we celebrated 25 years of restoration and revitalization along the Woonasquatucket River Greenway. Hundreds of volunteers came together over two days of kickoff events. We celebrated the on-going work of making the... Keep reading »