Ban On Child Marriages Headed To RI Governor's Desk | Patch PM

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Lawmakers Approve Bill To Ban Child Marriage In Rhode Island

From 2013 to 2019, 32 minors were married in Rhode Island, one as young as 14 years old.

Providence Unveils Plan To Revitalize Crook Point Bridge

The winning design will turn the landmark bridge into an interactive community space.

Smithfield To Host State's First Drive-Thru Vaccination Clinic

The clinic will be held on Saturday, June 5 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Fidelity Investments parking garage on Salem Street.

Proposed RI Law Would Require Coverage For COVID-19 Care

The Senate approved a bill that would require insurance companies to cover COVID-19 testing, treatment and vaccines with no copay.