Condo Owners Fight for Flood Protection

Residents of the River Island Condominium Association in Woonsocket are facing ongoing flood risks after an appeal for federal funding to build flood protection measures was denied. The proposed project would have helped protect the historic mill building condos along the Blackstone River, which have faced repeated flooding since the Bernon Street Dam was removed in the 1960s. Association president Evan Starr said the denial leaves many residents, including working-class families and retirees, vulnerable to future flooding and financial hardship. The association is now exploring next steps, including filing another appeal to secure the protection the property urgently needs.

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