RI Lawmakers Tackle Field Trip Controversy: Patch PM

Welcome to Thursday's edition of Patch PM. Here are today's top headlines from around the Rhode Island Patch network.

Rhode Island Lawmakers Address Field Trip Controversy

One bill, approved by the House education committee, would allow districts to charge for field trips, while the Senate version would not.

Off-Duty Providence Officer Hit State Police Cruiser With 2 K9s

Both drivers and K9s are doing well, the Rhode Island State Police said.

February Vacations At Rhode Island Schools

Not all Rhode Island students have a full week off for February vacation.

Woonsocket Man Sentenced To 77 Months For Cocaine Trafficking

The U.S. Attorney's Office said James Ruth, 31, pleaded guilty to selling cocaine on the streets of Woonsocket last spring.