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The runaway steer that spent more than a month on the lam in Johnston was bought by a new owner.
The runaway steer that spent more than a month on the lam in Johnston was bought by a new owner. (Jenna Fisher/Patch)

Welcome to Monday's edition of Patch PM. Here's a look at today's top stories.

Johnston Runaway Steer Bought By New Owner

The 1,600 pound animal was captured by Johnston police last month and returned to its owners in Connecticut.

Lawmaker Says RI Gov, Lieutenant Gov Should Run On Same Ticket

A proposed Rhode Island law would have the voters decide if the state's two top offices should be elected as a team.

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RI Adding 7,300 New Coronavirus Vaccine Appointments

Thousands of new appointments for the state-run vaccine sites will be added Tuesday morning.

Rhode Island State Police Launch Recruitment Drive

Candidates must be of good character and pass a rigorous screening process to be offered admission to the state police training academy.

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