Cranston|News|
1 RI Beach Reopened, 4 More Closed For High Bacteria Levels
The beach at Camp Canonicus in Exeter is back open, but several other beaches were closed for high bacteria levels.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
- Cranston, RI
Rachel is a lifelong Rhode Islander with a soft spot for the ocean and baby animals. After graduating from the University of Rhode Island in 2017, she worked as an Associate Producer at WPRI and hosted a news show at GoLocalProv. She loves exploring all of Rhode Island's many food offerings and traveling to warm places.
Rachel covers all of Rhode Island.
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Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Delta Aquariids, Perseid Meteors In Rhode Island: Peak Dates
Plan your summer nights around two meteor showers: the long-running Delta Aquariids and the fireball-producing Perseids.
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Newport, RI|News|
Newport Moving To All-Electronic Bridge Tolling | Patch PM
Also: East Providence man killed in crash | CCRI holding free summer math camp.
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Newport, RI|News|
CCRI Holding Free, 2-Week Math Camp For Aquidneck Island Students
High school juniors, seniors and incoming CCRI freshman are eligible to take part in the free, two-week program.
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Newport, RI|News|
Newport Bridge Moving To All-Electronic Tolling
Starting in October, no cash or credit cards will be accepted at toll booths.
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Cranston|News|
East Providence Man, 49, Killed In Head-On Cranston Crash
Both alcohol and speed are believed to be factors in the crash, police said.
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Newport, RI|News|
Beaches Closed, Events Canceled As Elsa Slams Newport
Easton's Beach is off-limits amid high surf and powerful rip currents.
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Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Flash Flood Fears, Dangerous Surf As Elsa Hits Rhode Island
As much as six inches of rain could fall in a short period, triggering concerns for flash flooding on streets and in neighborhoods.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Merrimack, NH|News|
NH Has The 10th-Highest Energy Costs In The U.S.: WalletHub
The personal finance website compared costs of electricity, heating oil, natural gas and motor fuel across the country to compile the list.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
MA Has 3rd-Highest Energy Costs In The U.S.: WalletHub
The personal finance website compared costs of electricity, heating oil, natural gas and motor fuel across the country to compile the list.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
RI Has The 11th-Highest Energy Costs In The U.S.: WalletHub
The personal finance website compared costs of electricity, heating oil, natural gas and motor fuel across the country to compile the list.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
RI Governor Again Extends Pandemic State Of Emergency
The state of emergency will remain in effect until at least August 6.
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Cranston|News|
Crook Point Bridge Deemed Stable After Fire | Patch PM
Also: New bird illness could spread to Rhode Island | Police ID victim of fatal Richmond crash | more.
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Cranston|News|
Remove Birdfeeders To Protect Songbirds From Illness: RI DEM
A new illness, not yet found in Rhode Island, is affecting songbirds across the region. Here's how you can help.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Hydrant Flushing In Portsmouth, Middletown For Brown Water
The Newport Water Division determined a high level of manganese in the water from the Lawton Valley Reservoir was to blame.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Crook Point Bridge Still Structurally Sound After Fire: RIDOT
The department conducted an aerial and hands-on inspection of the 113-year-old bridge and found no significant damage from the June fire.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Police ID Richmond Crash Victim As Wakefield Man, 73
Howard Melish died July 1 in the crash in front of Richmond Elementary School.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Tropical Storm Warning In Rhode Island As Elsa Takes Aim At SNE
Heavy rain, damaging winds and high seas along the coast are all possible in the short time the storm is expected to hit the region.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
RI Lawmakers Allow Kids To Bring Sunscreen To Schools
The bill exempts sunscreen from rules surrounding medications that require a note from a doctor or a visit to the school nurse.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Family Friendly Activities Coming To Portsmouth's Green Animals
Inspired by the "David Rogers' Big Bugs" exhibition ow on display, the "Pollinator Pop-Ups" will be held every Tuesday through Aug. 31.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
