Project officials outline Rice Street reconstruction plans for 2026 and promise business access

Apr 10, 2026

Project engineers said the Rice Street corridor (Pennsylvania Avenue to Wheelock Parkway) will be fully reconstructed in stages in 2026, converting four lanes to three, adding a 10-foot shared-use path and maintaining business access via posted detours and custom access maps; translated materials and a business toolkit are available.

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Rice Street project officials presented plans for the 2026 construction season in a virtual briefing, saying crews will rebuild the roadway between Pennsylvania Avenue and Wheelock Parkway in staged segments and maintain access to businesses during work.

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