Mayor Hopkins announces next phase of Knightsville project

CRANSTON, R.I. (WLNE) — Mayor Ken Hopkins announced that his administration is moving into the second phase of the Knightsville Rehabilitation Project.

Planned work will include new pavement, stamped concrete sidewalks, street light upgrades, trees, and benches.

“When complete, the area will come alive as a must visit destination with an economic corridor to be enjoyed by residents and visitors to our restaurants and businesses.” The mayor shared.

Mayor Hopkins added, “Our plans include sidewalk bump out areas to allow enhanced outside dining experiences to be enjoyed at Knightsville spectacular local restaurants.”

The scope of construction will include Cranston Street from Vervena Street north to the Randall Street intersection.

It will also include part of Phenix Avenuse, Itri Park, Park Avenue, and towards Southern Street.

Work is set to begin March 25 and is scheduled for completion by mid-December.