Subscribe | Follow | Advertise

Good morning, Providence. This is PVD Current, the newsletter as informative as your favorite bartender on a slow night.

What to expect in today’s Current:

• Providence’s nightlife report 🌙 

• Pauses to bridge funding ⏸️

• Providence’s top 50 hospital 🏥 

Let’s get to it.

PVD Current Mini Crossword

_{Ready to start solving?}

Currents & Waves

Providence’s Nightlife Brings in Nearly $1B Annually 🌙

Providence’s nightlife is a major economic force, generating nearly $1 billion annually and supporting 7,900 jobs across bars, restaurants, clubs, and performance venues. Mayor Brett Smiley unveiled a new initiative to enhance safety, transportation, and sustainability, including a 50% discount on scooter and bike rides for nightlife workers through a partnership with Spin. While the sector thrives, challenges like rising business costs, noise complaints, and public safety concerns remain. Smiley emphasized the city's commitment to balancing nightlife with neighborhood needs, investing in soundproofing measures, and supporting businesses to ensure Providence continues to be a vibrant cultural hub. Check out the report here.

Miriam Hospital Among Nation’s Best 🏥

The Miriam Hospital in Providence has been named one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades for the second year in a row, placing it in the top 5% of hospitals nationwide. Healthgrades evaluates hospitals based on patient outcomes across more than 30 common procedures and conditions, helping consumers choose high-quality care. The rankings highlight the importance of hospital performance, with data showing that if all hospitals met the standards of the top 250, over 174,000 lives could be saved. Miriam Hospital’s continued excellence reflects its commitment to top-tier clinical care in Rhode Island.

RI Leaders Push for $600M in Federal Funding 🚧

 Rhode Island’s congressional delegation is urging the Office of Management and Budget to release over $600 million in federal grants for key transportation projects. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse, along with Representatives Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo, sent a letter asking for confirmation that previously approved funding will be delivered. The funds include $221 million for the Washington Bridge and $250 million for bridges along I-95—critical projects that have already passed competitive review. Lawmakers are pressing for a quick resolution to keep these infrastructure improvements on track.

Harbor Homes

Charming Two-Family in Fox Point 🏡 

This antique two-family home in Fox Point, Providence, offers a fantastic opportunity for both owners and investors. Unit 1 has 2 bedrooms, a spacious kitchen, original hardwood floors, a bonus basement room, and a private garden. Unit 2 is a 3–4 bedroom townhouse with in-unit laundry, restored hardwood floors, and a guest suite. Updates include new exterior siding, windows, HVAC, and plumbing. Just steps from local eateries, cafes, and shops, with strong rental demand and proximity to Brown University and downtown Providence. View more photos.

Seaside Skies

WEDNESDAY

47°🌡 19° | 🌧️ | 💧 47% | 💨 WSW 20 mph

THURSDAY

32°🌡 25° | ☀️ | 💧 1% | 💨 WNW 14 mph

(The forecast as of the night before this newsletter was published.)

Sound Waves

WEDNESDAY

Nick-a-Nee’s | Bluegrass Throedown | 8:30 pm

Moonshine Alley | JOSH ROSS Live! | 6 pm

THURSDAY

Moonshine Alley | Alex Medeiros | 8 pm

That’s all for today…

Thank you for reading all the way through! Feel free to email us with any questions or suggestions. You’ll hear from us again on Friday.

Thanks,

Oscar Punchak | Publisher, PVD Current