Federal tax incentives bring new development to Pawtucket's downtown
June 14, 2019
Pawtucket’s four opportunity zones are strategically located in areas of the city where increased investment would have the maximum impact and reinforce existing local and state incentives. Full...
Can the Pawtucket Foundation stitch 150 acres of old mills into a new urban tapestry?
May 23, 2019
Imagine a future where Pawtucket is a bustling urban center; where dining, shopping, entertainment and recreation entertainment opportunities abound; where residents commute to good-paying jobs in...
Council approves train station zoning, minus affordable component
May 14, 2019
The City Council last week agreed to the Planning Department’s request to get the ball rolling on further development of the Conant Thread District around a coming new train station. Prior to...
Financing for road, bridge projects to include Pawtucket, Central Falls
May 9, 2019
Pawtucket received a $1.9 million loan and Central Falls received $1.5 million as the Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank on Wednesday announced millions in financing for road and bridge projects across...
Pawtucket Officials, Residents Debate Merits of Bus Hub Relocation
April 24, 2019
A new commuter rail station could be the key to a more vibrant Pawtucket. The project plan involves moving the city’s bus hub from its current downtown location… Full Story
In the heart of the Conant Thread District: One of Pawtucket's remaining textile mills
March 20, 2019
Pawtucket’s claim to fame is Slater Mill, the first industrial mill in the US.The textile industry boomed in the Blackstone Valley, and many mills have closed. Rosalie DaRosa and her three sons, ...
Join the evolution: Many economic wins in Pawtucket - by Donald Grebien
March 7, 2019
Join the evolution: Many economic wins in Pawtucket - by Donald Grebien"Development interest has only heightened with the designation of the entire TOD as well as the city’s Downtown and Riverfront...
Potential of Transit-Oriented Development Examined
February 12, 2019
“We think the timing is right in Rhode Island to double down on TOD asa proven strategy for growing our economy and new housing opportunities in a sustainable way. Prioritizing TOD will capitalize on...
New England Real Estate Journal hosts Cities of Pawtucket and Central Falls Summit at Isle Brewers Guild
December 14, 2018
Pawtucket, RI The New England Real Estate Journal held the Cities of Pawtucket and Central Falls Summit on November 15th at the Isle Brewers Guild at 461 Main St. The mayor of Pawtucket, Donald...
Commuter rail station to be economic catalyst for Pawtucket - by Donald Grebien
November 9, 2018
The past couple of months Pawtucket, and our neighboring city of Central Falls, have seen some significant milestones as we move forward with the new Conant Thread District. The 150-acre district...
Governor, Congressional Delegation, RIDOT, RIPTA Break Ground on New Pawtucket-Central Falls Commuter Rail Station and Bus Hub
November 2, 2018
Governor, Congressional Delegation, RIDOT, RIPTA Break Ground on New Pawtucket-Central Falls Commuter Rail Station and Bus Hub Project to create dedicated transit facility to serve northern Rhode...
Conant Thread Featured at 2018 LOCUS New England Leadership Summit
October 28, 2018
Conant Thread Featured at 2018 LOCUS New England Leadership Summit Jan Brodie, Executive Director Pawtucket Foundation and on behalf of the Conant Thread district, presented at the 2018 LOCUS New...
Conant Thread district area to benefit from $300,000 grant.
October 26, 2018
Conant Thread district area to benefit from $300,000 grant. NORTH PROVIDENCE, R.I. - At North Providence Town Hall this morning, Governor Gina M. Raimondo and the Rhode Island Commerce...
All Aboard For Prosperity In Former Rhode Island Mill Towns
October 17, 2018
As the birthplace of the industrial revolution, Pawtucket, Rhode Island, was in its glory from the mid- to late-1800s, with industrialists building mansions paid for by textiles, as well as bestowing...
Conant Thread to benefit from five opportunity zone designations - by Jan Brodie
August 10, 2018
Conant Thread, a new 150-acre Transit-Oriented Development District in Pawtucket/Central Falls, is benefiting from recent Opportunity Zone U.S. Treasury Department certification for five census...
HUNGRY? Another reason to come to Conant Thread district!
June 29, 2018
HUNGRY? Another reason to come to Conant Thread district! Pawtucket and Central Falls Joint Restaurant Weeks Pawtucket/Central Falls – Things are happening in Pawtucket and Central Falls. On...
Transformative economic development initiative launched in Pawtucket/Central Falls - by Jan Brodie
May 11, 2018
The new Conant Thread district – a planned transit oriented development in Pawtucket and Central Falls is being recognized as Rhode Island’s next economic hot spot, an example of an incredible...
Plans for ‘game changer’ train station district rev up
May 8, 2018
PAWTUCKET – Ambitious plans for a 150-acre development district surrounding a new train station near the Pawtucket/Central Falls line were officially unveiled last Thursday by Pawtucket Mayor Donald...
City eyes bright future for ‘Conant Thread’ district
May 4, 2018
PAWTUCKET – Jan Brodie sees limitless potential in the 150-acre Conant Thread district. The executive director of The Pawtucket Foundation, she envisions what is possible – a corporate campus, new...
Transformative District Launch Event 2018
May 4, 2018
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Leaders outline vision for Pawtucket/Central Falls development site
May 3, 2018
PAWTUCKET, R.I. (WPRI) -- A busy district on the border of Pawtucket and Central Falls is set to undergo a major facelift, and local leaders hope the project will breathe new life into the...
RI elected officials announce large development project in Blackstone Valley
May 3, 2018
PAWTUCKET, R.I. (WJAR) — The Conant Thread District is a new transportation hub, as well as a housing and economic development site, that stretches over 150 acres in Pawtucket and Central...
Pawtucket and Central Falls announce Conant Thread district plans
May 3, 2018
PAWTUCKET – A 160-acre section of Pawtucket and Central Falls that encompasses a new train station planned for both communities, as well as several million square feet in underused mill space, has a...
The Conant Thread is 150 acres of new transit-oriented development - by Jan Brodie
April 13, 2018
Pawtucket & Central Falls are known as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution and the home of a thriving textile industry including the renowned Conant Thread mill complex. A center for...
Brodie envisions ‘mini city’ rising in train station district
March 20, 2018
PAWTUCKET – Companies interested in the city’s planned 150-acre transit hub range from residential and corporate developers to start-up manufacturers and light industrial companies. Jan Brodie, ...
Plan revealed for 150-acre development around transit hub
March 14, 2018
PAWTUCKET – Pawtucket Mayor Donald Grebien and Central Falls Mayor James Diossa, along with the Pawtucket Foundation, city planners and other officials, hosted a public open house at The Isle Brewers...
Editorial: A faster ride to Boston
March 6, 2018
Could rail help Rhode Islanders get out and about much easier? A detailed report released last week by TransitMatters, a Massachusetts-based nonprofit organization dedicated to improving transit in...
Conant Thread Open House Press Release
March 5, 2018
Conant Thread Open House Press Release
Change coming down the track
March 1, 2018
PAWTUCKET - The 150-acre Conant Thread district and planned commuter rail station is being touted by officials as a once-in-a-lifetime development opportunity that will transform the area on the...
Pawtucket, Central Falls awarded $90K grant to improve pedestrian, cyclist safety
February 22, 2018
PAWTUCKET, R.I. (WPRI) — Pedestrians and cyclists could soon have an easier time getting around Pawtucket and Central Falls after the neighboring cities received a $90,000 grant from the Rhode Island...
Pawtucket and Central Falls Awarded Grant for Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plan
February 22, 2018
PAWTUCKET – Pawtucket and Central Falls were recently awarded a $90,000 grant from the Rhode Island Department of Administration to develop a Joint Bicycle/Pedestrian Master Plan. The project will...
PAWTUCKET AWARDED GRANT TO IMPROVE WATER QUALITY IN THE PAWTUCKET-CENTRAL FALLS TRAIN STATION DISTRICT
February 22, 2018
Pawtucket was recently awarded a $575,000 grant from the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) for stormwater pollution abatement. The grant will support the design and...
AMAZON TO THE PAWTUCKET CENTRAL FALLS TRAIN STATION DISTRICT?
September 28, 2017
PAWTUCKET-CENTRAL FALLS, RI – Pawtucket Mayor Donald R. Grebien and Central Falls Mayor James A. Diossa announced that their communities stand prepared to host Amazon’s second headquarters within the...
MAYOR GREBIEN ISSUES EXECUTIVE ORDER ESTABLISHING A JOINT PLANNING COMMISSION FOR THE PAWTUCKET/CENTRAL FALLS STATION DISTRICT
January 20, 2017
Pawtucket – Today, Pawtucket Mayor Donald R. Grebien issued an executive order establishing a joint planning commission for the development of a new train station. The Commission is comprised of the...