Newport, RI|News|
Rhode Island's Latest Coronavirus Changes: What To Know
From who's eligible to get a vaccine to what to expect at large events this summer, here's what you need to know.
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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Coronavirus Vaccine Clinics Planned For Rhode Island Veterans
The VA is sponsoring several first-come, first-served vaccine clinics for veterans and their spouses.
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Cranston|News|
New Rules For Large Events In RI Heading Into Summer Months
By June 5, up to 300 people will be allowed to attend catered events, and 2,000 people at events without food.
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Cranston|News|
Rhode Island To Open Vaccine Eligibility To 40-49 Age Group
Here's what you need to know to get a vaccine appointment.
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Newport, RI|News|
New Hope For Proms, Graduations In RI As Restrictions Loosen
By June 5, the state will lift restrictions to allow for up to 300 people outdoors, with more flexibility for dancing.
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Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Rhode Island Sets New Target Dates For Vaccination Rates
By May 15, 70% of residents aged 16 and up are projected to have at least one vaccine dose, followed by 70% of all residents by June 5.
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Newport, RI|News|
Newport Jazz, Folk Festivals Plan Multi-Day Events Amid Pandemic
"There will be music in Newport this summer," Gov. Dan McKee said previously. The iconic summer events will look different this year.
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Cranston|News|
1 Rhode Island Billionaire Named Among Richest In U.S.: Forbes
Forbes this week released its 2021 World's Billionaires List. Those on the list saw their fortunes increase by more than $5 trillion.
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Cranston|News|
Rhode Island Prisons To Reopen For In-Person Visits
With many inmates and staff vaccinated and COVID-19 cases falling, in-person visits will resume starting April 14.
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Cranston|News|
Several RI Universities To Require Coronavirus Vaccines
Brown University and Roger Williams University will both require students to get their COVID-19 shot before returning to campus in the fall.
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Newport, RI|News|
RI's 'Act On Climate' Headed To Governor's Desk | Patch PM
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Newport, RI|News|
Newport's Daffodil Days Daffy Scavenger Hunt Underway
There are more than 1,200 daffodils blooming throughout the city. Can you find them all?
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Cranston|News|
MA-Based Company Donates 25k Masks to Providence
Residents and nonprofit organizations are encouraged to call 311 to access the free, high-quality face coverings.
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Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Warren Dog Park To Reopen April 10
The reopening celebration will feature raffles, vendors and food from Market Street Pub.
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Cranston|News|
Cranston Police Seize Drugs, Thousands In Cash During Raid
Nico German Jr., 19, is accused of selling drugs while on home confinement for a previous drug charge.
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Newport, RI|News|
Opinion: Act On Climate Is The Commitment We Need
Act on Climate sponsors Sen. Dawn Euer and Rep. Lauren Carson explain why they consider it an investment in Rhode Ilsand's future.
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Cranston|News|
Rhode Island General Assembly Approves 'Act On Climate'
The bill is now headed to Gov. Dan McKee's desk to be signed into law.
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Cranston|News|
Opinion: Government’s System Of Checks And Balances
Reps. Patricia Serpa and Julie Casimiro discuss the importance of the House Oversight Committee in government accountability.
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Rhode Island Launches Coronavirus Vaccine Pre-Registration System
Email notification for appointments will come from no-reply@multistatep4p.com.
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Middletown, RI|News|
Coronavirus Vaccine Clinic For Veterans Coming To Middletown
The first-come, first-served clinic will be open to veterans of all ages.
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