Cranston, RI|News|
Rhode Island Raises Social Gathering Limit To 2 Households
Up to three households can gather outdoors, Dr. Nicole Alexander-Scott said.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Rhode Island: Finding Our Way Forward
The coronavirus shutdown brought civic life and commerce to a standstill for months. These stories of revival show how communities, businesses, schools and essential institutions in Rhode Island are finding ways to reopen, recover and move forward.
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Coventry, RI|News|
What To Know About Getting The Coronavirus Vaccine In Coventry
Starting the week of Feb. 14, limited vaccine appointments will be available to residents 75 years and older.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
RI Coronavirus Positivity Rate Continues To Fall; 100K Vaccinated
Rhode Island coronavirus cases per 100,000 residents and new hospitalizations also decreased over the past week.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Rogers High School Temporarily Moves Remote For Staffing Issues
The school will be remote for the rest of the week due to "a recent increase of positive COVID-19 cases," the superintendent said.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Newport Recruiting Volunteers For Vaccine Distribution
The city is looking for doctors, nurse and pharmacists to answer the call to distribute vaccines in the East Bay.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
RI Back Within Safe Range For Coronavirus Positivity Rate
For the first time since early November, the state's weekly data shows a positivity rate below 5 percent.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
McKee: Older Adults, Teachers Should Get Vaccine Priority
Teachers are currently in the second phase of the vaccine rollout plan.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
RI Lawmaker Calls For End To RI's Coronavirus Restaurant Curfew
The resolution calls for businesses to be allowed to operate under normal hours, or receive immediate financial assistance.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
URI Trains Pharmacists, Students For Coronavirus Vaccine
"They’re turning to our students and their pharmacists and technicians" to get hospital workers vaccinated, a URI spokesperson said.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
Rapid Coronavirus Tests Available To Travelers At RI Airport
The Rhode Island National Guard set up a station, with results available within 15 minutes, at the south baggage claim.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
'A Marked Improvement': RI's Coronavirus Data Improves Over Month
Despite the decline in hospitalizations, percent positivity and new cases, Rhode Island could see another spike from holiday gatherings.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
Tips For A Safe New Year's Eve 2020 In Rhode Island
The Rhode Island Department of Health reminded all residents to ring in the new year only with members of their immediate household.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
Where Did Rhode Island's $1.25 Billion Federal Stimulus Go?
The state spent all of its initial CARES Act funding. Here's a look at how it all broke down.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
Pop-Up Coronavirus Testing Coming To RI For Holiday Season
Starting this weekend, pop-up test sites will be set up at shopping malls, stores and other places where crowds are expected.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
Rhode Islanders Asked To Celebrate Christmas At Home
Gov. Gina Raimondo urged all residents to only spend Christmas and New Year's with members of their household.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
RI's Coronavirus Restrictions End After Sunday: What To Know
To avoid a sudden spike in coronavirus spread and hospitalizations, the reopening of the economy will be a gradual one, the governor said.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
Rhode Island's Week 2 Coronavirus Vaccine Supply Reduced By 40%
Gov. Gina Raimondo called on the Trump administration to "honor its commitments and provide the full allocation to Rhode Island."
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
2 Weeks Into RI's Pause, Coronavirus Numbers Slightly Improved
New hospitalizations, cases per 100,000 people and the overall percent positive rate all declined over the last week.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
6 Months Into The Fiscal Year, RI On Its Way To A State Budget
The House Finance Committee approved a pared-down 2021 budget.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
RI Emergency Doctor Explains Possible Causes of Coronavirus Surge
"We are calling for retired health care workers to volunteer, while allowing people to eat in-person at Denny's."
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
When Can Rhode Islanders Expect Things To Go Back To 'Normal'?
The impending arrival of the coronavirus vaccine raises an important question: when will this all be over?
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
First Coronavirus Vaccines Could Arrive In RI Within Weeks
Gov. Gina Raimondo cautioned that the vaccine will arrive "in a trickle" and most residents won't get it for at least several months.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
Santa Is Exempt From RI Coronavirus Restrictions, Says Raimondo
Saint Nick is immune to the coronavirus and is the only person to receive the special dispensation, the Rhode Island governor said.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
'For 2 Weeks, Lock It Down': RI's Pause Starts Nov. 30
Here's what to know about the next two weeks in Rhode Island.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
Rhode Island Prepares For Coronavirus Vaccine
If the most recent developments of a promising vaccine prove effective, the most vulnerable residents could receive one by the new year.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
RI Drive-In Theater Changes Times For Coronavirus Curfew
Movies will start earlier to adhere to the new overnight stay-at-home advisory.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
RI Lawmaker Calls For Oversight Into Coronavirus Executive Orders
Rep. William O'Brien called for the House Oversight Committee to hold a hearing on the orders as the pandemic drags on.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
RI's Weekly Coronavirus Cases Double Safe Threshold
The new weekly data shows 242 cases per 100,000 people, more than twice the state's safe threshold of 100 cases per 100,000 people.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
RI's Daily Coronavirus Percent Positive Rate Surges Past 4%
The high numbers come after the state saw its highest single-day case numbers last week.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
'Thanksgiving Is Going To Look Different' | Tips To Stay Safe
Gov. Raimondo urged RIers to avoid nonessential activities for 14 days before and after the holiday if they plan large gatherings.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
New Rules For Halloween: No Parties, Trick-Or-Treat Before Dark
The governor encouraged parents to come up with "creative, safe alternatives" to ensure kids can dress up and have fun.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Applications Open For Newport's Take It Outside Grants
To be eligible, businesses must be a restaurant or store in Newport with 50 employees or fewer.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
No More Reopening In RI Until Coronavirus Vaccine: Governor
"I'm not inclined to do any [more] changes until we have a vaccine," Gov. Gina Raimondo said in an interview.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
RI Break Rooms, Carpools A Concern For Coronavirus Transmission
Mask-wearing is important, especially in informal gathering spaces, said Dr. Nicole Alexander-Scott.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Newport-Area Businesses Awarded Grants To 'Take It Outside'
The first round awardees was announced this week.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
41 RI Businesses Awarded Grants To 'Take It Outside'
The first round awardees was announced this week.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
Despite Pandemic Struggles, Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular Lives On
The event's organizers had little time to completely redesign the fall event that's become an annual tradition for thousands.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
School Coronavirus Testing In Rhode Island: What To Know
There has been some confusion surrounding the state's coronavirus testing system, Gov. Gina Raimondo said.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
RI Sees Spike In Young Adult Coronavirus Cases
The state is creating a special task force, made up of student and community leaders, to help address the issue.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
2 Of Rhode Island's 3 Coronavirus Field Hospitals To Close
The North Kingstown and Providence sites will close, while Cranston's will remain at the ready.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
