Cranston|News|
Nearly 250 Years Ago, Rhode Island Colonists Burned The Gaspee
After the ship ran aground near Pawtuxet, colonists rowed out and took the crew prisoner, before burning it to the waterline.
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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South Kingstown Holding Paint Dropoff Event July 24
Mark your calendars, now's your chance to clear out that shelf of old, half-used paint cans.
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Tiverton-Little Compton, RI|News|
Tiverton Man, 28, Seriously Injured In Fatal Fall River Crash
A 35-year-old man from Lakeville, Massachusetts was killed in the crash on Route 24 North.
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Cranston|News|
'There's Just Not Enough': Major Shortage At RI Blood Center
The organization currently has just a three-day supply of blood on hand.
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Newport, RI|News|
Heat Index Near 100 On Last Day Of RI Heat Wave
The National Weather Service extended the heat advisory to much of the state for another day.
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Newport, RI|News|
Interim Superintendent Named In Providence Schools | Patch PM
Also: Newport's "Salute to Summer" returns in August | RIPTA buses back at full capacity.
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Cranston|News|
Child Marriage, Overdose Death Bills Signed Into Law
Gov. Dan McKee signed the two bills into law at a ceremony in the State House.
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RI Dept. Of Education Names Interim Providence Superintendent
Dr. Javier Montanez, the current principal Leviton Dual Language School, will temporarily step in to fill the vacancy.
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RIPTA Buses Return To Full Capacity
Throughout the pandemic, bus capacity has been limited to allow passengers to physically distance from each other. Masks are still required.
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Newport, RI|News|
Naval Station Newport's 'Salute To Summer' Returns In August
The event will be held Aug. 28, with gates opening to the public at 4 p.m.
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Cranston|News|
Heat Advisory For Much Of RI Ahead Of Another Scorcher
The heat index is expect to climb as high as 97 degrees during the afternoon.
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Newport, RI|News|
Tiverton Police Investigate Torched Benches | Patch PM
Also: Gas prices rise 2 cents | RI sends COVID-19 supplies to India | more.
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Cranston|News|
RI Gas Prices Rise 2 Cents Over Past Week
Heading into the summer months, the average gas price is hovering right around $3 per gallon.
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Cranston|News|
Rhode Island Sends 200K COVID-19 Tests, Medical Supplies To India
The shipment with tests and other much-needed medical supplies was sent last week, the Department of Health said.
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Tiverton-Little Compton, RI|News|
Sweet Treats In RI: Where To Find Ice Cream In Tiverton-LC
Oppressive heat has descended upon Rhode Island, sending residents in search of a sweet treat to help cool off.
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Portsmouth, RI|News|
Sweet Treats In RI: Where To Find Ice Cream In Portsmouth
Oppressive heat has descended upon Rhode Island, sending residents in search of a sweet treat to help cool off.
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Newport, RI|News|
Sweet Treats In RI: Where To Find Ice Cream In Newport
Oppressive heat has descended upon Rhode Island, sending residents in search of a sweet treat to help cool off.
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Sweet Treats In RI: Where To Find Ice Cream In Narragansett-SK
Oppressive heat has descended upon Rhode Island, sending residents in search of a sweet treat to help cool off.
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Cranston|News|
Sweet Treats In RI: Where To Find Ice Cream In Cranston
Oppressive heat has descended upon Rhode Island, sending residents in search of a sweet treat to help cool off.
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Coventry, RI|News|
Sweet Treats In RI: Where To Find Ice Cream In Coventry
Oppressive heat has descended upon Rhode Island, sending residents in search of a sweet treat to help cool off.
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