4 days ago
City of Providence eyes temporary location for Matunuck Oyster Bar at Waterplace Park
Emily Crowell, chief of staff to Mayor Brett Smiley,
said talks haven't advanced yet, but the idea is the restaurant and event space at 1 Finance Way has waterfront space and built-in programming because the facility overlooks every WaterFire event held throughout the summer.
The bigger picture:
There are other efforts underway to support Raso's restaurant while he rebuilds following the accidental fire.
State lawmakers are moving quickly
But the Skyline space could be an attractive – and splashy – option if Smiley and the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation can get it over the finish line. It could also be a significant political victory for Governor
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It would also be a win for Smiley, who
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