Rhode Island A Really Good Place For Getting Old: Study

Rhode Island ranked high for best states to grow old, according to the study.

MA Man Charged With Casino Cheating: Rhode Island State Police

The New Bedford man was arrested by the Gaming Enforcement Unit, police said.

Lettuce Sold In Rhode Island Provided 'False Positive' For Parasite, FDA Says

The FDA said it made a mistake during testing, wrongly tying a Cyclospora outbreak to lettuce that caused illness in Rhode Island.

Sunny Start To Rhode Island's Week But Rain On The Way

Expect rain and possible thunderstorms.

Produce Recall Issued In Parasite Outbreak Hitting RI

The recall remains in effect but an FDA test produced a false positive.

Beware Of 2 Rhode Island Water Bodies, State Warns

The two bodies of water are infected with harmful algae, according to the state.

State Warns Rhode Island Residents Away From Potential Diarrhea Parasite Source

The Rhode Island Department of Health has some fairly specific advice about what to avoid.

Providence Man Charged With Sexual Assault: Cops

The Providence man was arrested by the Massachusetts State Police Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section, police said.

Beaches Closed + Parasite Outbreak + Snakehead Fish Caught: RI Week In Review

Here are the top 10 most popular stories and posts from around Rhode Island Patch sites last week.

Rhode Island Most Wanted Fugitive On Run More Than 20 Years Nabbed On Sailboat: Feds

The Rhode Island sex criminal was captured off the coast of New Jersey, according to the U.S. Marshals Service.

More Smoke And Then Rain In Rhode Island This Weekend

Rain will replace the smoke this weekend in Rhode Island.

Rabid Animals In RI Prompt Officials To Share Prevention Methods

More rabid animals have already turned up in Rhode Island this year than the national average, including 14 raccoons.

Rhode Island Lawmakers, Officials Celebrate Success of 'Eat Well, Be Well'

The statewide, public-private initiative helps Rhode Islanders who rely on SNAP access and afford fresh fruits and vegetables.

Rhode Island Jobs Up, Unemployment Down

The number of jobs was up month-to-month but down year-over-year.

Here’s How Much EV Drivers In Rhode Island Save As Gas Prices Climb

Charging access varies sharply from state to state.

ACI Investigators Arrest 2 Rhode Island Men Wanted In Massachusetts: Cops

The two men were fugitives from justice, police said.

Rhode Island Foundation Offering $30K Grants To Local Composers

The MacColl Johnson Fellowships will give three Rhode Island composers the means to advance their craft.

How To Stretch Your Dollar While Back-To-School Shopping In Rhode Island

Back-to-school shoppers remain cautious as many K-12 parents worry about the economy, according to the 2026 Deloitte Back-to-School Survey.

Rhode Island Air Getting Even Worse

An air quality alert was already in effect when the state warned of unhealthy air due to wildfire smoke.

House Passes Bill Making Daylight Saving Time Permanent: How RI’s Reps Voted

The House voted 308-117 Tuesday to pass the Sunshine Protection Act.

Rhode Island Heat Advisory, Air Quality Alert, Rip Current Warning Continue

Beware of the heart, the air and the water, the National Weather Service warns.

Celebrate National Hot Dog Day In Rhode Island

National Hot Dog is Wednesday.

Blood Emergency At Rhode Island Blood Center

There is an urgent need for donors, the Rhode Island Blood Center said.

Cyclosporiasis Diarrhea Parasite May Be Tied To Fast Food Empire With 12 RI Locations

The parasitic illness has sickened people in 31 states, causing widespread concern in recent weeks.

Rhode Island State Police Task Force Arrests 2 On Gun Charges: Cops

A Central Falls man and a Massachusetts man were arrested, police said.

2 Men Sentenced To Federal Prison In Rhode Island Identity Fraud Cases

The men fraudulently obtained Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and unemployment benefits, according to the U.S. Attorney.

Rhode Island Heat Advisory, Air Quality Alert And Rip Current Warning

It's a bad Tuesday in Rhode Island.

1990s Teen Pop Phenomenon Hanson Playing Rhode Island

Hanson is performing one night, and then they're gone.

MA Woman Charged In Rhode Island With Stealing More Than $10K: Cops

She was also charged with accessing a computer for fraudulent purposes, police said.

MA Man Charged In Rhode Island With Possessing Weapons While Incarcerated: Cops

The Boston man was jailed on the charge, police said.

Woonsocket Man Charged With Intending To Deliver Cocaine

The Woonsocket man was arrested after the HIDTA Task Force executed search warrants, police said.

Rhode Island Under Heat Advisory Starting Tuesday

The heat index values soar through the roof Tuesday.

Rhode Island TF Green Named Best Domestic Airport By Travel+ Leisure

T.F. Green has taken the honor home two years in a row.

RI Ex-Wife Won $4M Scratch-Off, Ex-Husband Lost Supreme Court Appeal To Undo Divorce

The ex-husband moved to vacate the divorce based on his belief his ex-wife bought the winning lottery ticket before it was finalized.

Rhode Island Numbers Friday Midday Drawing

Here are the winning numbers for midday Friday.

Diarrhea Parasite Outbreak: 7 Things To Know And What To Do In Rhode Island

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has confirmed outbreak cases in 17 states.

Lottery Winners + Beaches Closed + Water Death: RI Week In Review

Here are the top 10 most popular stories and posts from around Rhode Island Patch sites last week.

2 URI Rowers Named to A-10's All-Academic Team

The Rams won the Atlantic-10 title.

University Of Rhode Island Entomologist Devises Unique Approach To Combating Invasive Spotted Lanternfly

The entomologist suggested vacuuming up the bug.

Rhode Island Numbers Evening Drawing

Here are the winning numbers for Thursday evening.