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RI Supreme Court Nominees Break Barriers | Patch PM

Also: Supporting local businesses | Toys For Tots locations in Rhode Island | more.

Welcome to Tuesday's edition of Patch PM. We're now more than halfway through the two-week pause, keep it up! Stay home and stay safe.

Here's a look at today's top stories from around Rhode Island.


RI's Supreme Court Nominees Mark Several Firsts For The State

The list includes the first person of color, the first Asian-American and first Latina, as well as the first female-majority Supreme Court.

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Opinion: Help Your Small Business Now

The Rhode Island Society of CPAs has partnered with RI Commerce Corporation to provide free online technical, legal and training services.


Rhode Island Attorney General In Coronavirus Quarantine

Peter Neronha is working from home after a member of his family tested positive for coronavirus.

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Toys For Tots 2020: Where To Drop Off Donations In Rhode Island

Here's where you con drop off toy donations for Toys For Tots this holiday season.


One last thought for today: When's the perfect time to get a Christmas tree? I got mine this weekend, and while a lot of people say that's late, I like to wait a bit so I can get excited for Christmas without getting tired of it by the first week of December. Sound off in the comments!

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