Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
URI To Allow 2 Guests Per Graduate At Commencement
Commencement weekend will be held May 21 to 23, with graduation ceremonies held in the football stadium.
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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Newport, RI|News|
High Wind Warning In Rhode Island; Gusts Could Reach 50 MPH
Afternoon highs will top out around 70 degrees, but string wind gusts are in the forecast throughout the day.
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Cranston|News|
RI Could Extend Unemployment Benefits To Those Back At Work
Gov. Dan McKee is working with lawmakers on legislation that would allow more flexibility to get benefits while returning to work.
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Newport, RI|News|
RI's Newest Phase Of Vaccine Distribution | Patch PM
The state is moving towards a community-based approach, aimed at making vaccine doses accessible to all eligible residents.
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Newport, RI|News|
'Cautiously Optimistic': RI Coronavirus Trends On The Decline
Rhode Island's percent positivity rate fell below 2 percent last week, and both cases numbers and hospitalizations dropped.
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Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
A Regular Summer In RI: State Beaches To Open In May
Rhode Island state beaches will open without any capacity restrictions this summer, Gov. Dan McKee said.
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Cranston|News|
Rhode Island Enters '3rd Phase' Of Vaccine Distribution
Vaccine doses are available to residents around the state without an appointment necessary.
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Cranston|News|
'We Will Come To You': RI Vaccine Clinics Head Into Communities
The National Guard is working to bring pop-up vaccine clinics to all communities that want them in Rhode Island.
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Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Reserve Memorial Day Campgrounds, State Parks Now In Rhode Island
Whether it's just a day visit or an overnight stay, get those picnic pavilions and campsites booked now to ensure a spot come Memorial Day.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Food Bank Distribution Skyrockets In Rhode Island
Rhode Island Community Food Bank has seen a significant increase in need during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Newport, RI|News|
Proposed Law Would Offer Free Rides On RIPTA | Patch PM
Also: Lawmakers mull airport name change | Exeter's Wicked Tulips reopens for 2021 season | more.
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Newport, RI|News|
Take A Free Ride: RI Lawmakers Call For Free RIPTA For Residents
The bill would offer Rhode Island residents free transportation on the state's public transit bus system.
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Cranston|News|
RI Lawmakers Again Consider T.F. Green Airport Name Change
Airport executives called for the change as a way to draw more travelers to the Ocean State.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Portsmouth Engagement Announcement: Kristen Correia and Domingos
The couple was engaged Dec. 27 and plans to marry July 23.
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Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Happy 80th Birthday, Ken Andrew | Patch Announcements
Ken and his wife, Carol, have been married for more than half a century.
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Newport, RI|News|
Fully Vaccinated RIers Can Go Maskless Outdoors Starting Friday
The new guidance is based on the latest information from the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention.
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Newport, RI|News|
Racist Stickers Found In Bristol: Patch PM
Also: Potter League puts out call for treat donations | REAL ID deadline delayed | more.
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Boston, MA|News|
REAL ID Deadline Moved To May 2023 In Massachusetts
The federal government made the decision to again postpone the Oct. 2021 deadline due to disruptions caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
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Cranston|News|
REAL ID Deadline Moved To May 2023 In Rhode Island
The federal government made the decision to again postpone the Oct. 2021 deadline due to disruptions caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Potter League Puts Out Desperate Call For Treat Donations
The organization asked for donations of dog and cat treats from the public, which are used for training.
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