# Budlong Pool Reopens After 3-Year Wait | Providence News

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Podcast: [Providence News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/providence-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7606668)
Published: 2026-07-15T09:54:37+00:00
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After a three-year wait, Cranston’s iconic Budlong Pool is finally reopening this Wednesday — transformed into the Budlong Aquatic Center with a $5.3 million overhaul, featuring four lap lanes, a splash pad for 50-100 kids, and full accessibility upgrades. Free admission for the first week celebrates the long-awaited return, with a ribbon-cutting at 11:45 AM and public swimming starting at noon. Mayor Ken Hopkins calls it a generational institution — and the wait was worth it. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/1471a6bace4bca50

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