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Meet Rhode Island's Lt. Governor Applicants: Patch PM

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Dan McKee's transition team announced the list of applicants to fill the expected lieutenant governor vacancy.
Dan McKee's transition team announced the list of applicants to fill the expected lieutenant governor vacancy. (Rachel Nunes/Patch )

Welcome to Patch PM on this snowy Tuesday. Here's a look at today's top headlines.


One Of These Rhode Islanders Could Be The Next Lt. Governor

Lt. Gov Dan McKee's transition team released the full list of applicants, who will be further reviewed in the coming weeks.


Snow Day Fun: Best Sledding Spots In Rhode Island's East Bay

We asked Patch readers to share their favorite places to play in the snow.

Find out what's happening in Newportfor free with the latest updates from Patch.


Opinion: For-Profit Hospital Moratorium Will Help RI Health Care

"A pause is needed before any consideration of a hospital sale to or from a for-profit operator in Rhode Island," two RI leaders said.


RI's Coronavirus Hospitalizations Near Safe Threshold

For the first time in months, the new weekly hospitalizations are poised to fall below 210.

Find out what's happening in Newportfor free with the latest updates from Patch.


One last thought for today: What's your favorite snow day activity? Do you like to bundle up and stay in or head out to enjoy the snow? Let us know in the comments.

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