Solar and Wind Turbine Tour with Handmade Candy Tasting

Join Mass Energy, People’s Power and Light, and the sisters of Mount St. Mary’s Abbey for a renewable energy tour and candy tasting; May 16

Fire Weather Watch in Effect for Parts of RI

Dry, warm weather and gusty winds expected to bring critical fire weather conditions Monday afternoon into Monday evening.

Nearby News: Men Arrested for Child Porn, Sexual Assault, and Child Sex Trafficking

Plus, pit bull news, she Googled what?!, fugitive at the Motel 6, and more.

Bruno United Premier Soccer Tryouts

Bruno United is for the serious and ambitious soccer player, ages 8 to 18. Tryouts for next year's Bruno teams start June 6th.

RI Lawmakers Legalize Brownies and Cookies at Polling Places

The bill will enable school PTOs to sell baked goods on Election Day after a controversy put a stop to the practice last year.

Bruno United Soccer Tryouts

Bruno United Soccer Tryouts start June 1st. Bruno is a premier Rhode Island based youth soccer club for boys and girls, from U9 through U18.

What Were the Top Patch Stories for April in RI?

Moving a large man, credible threats, arrest reports, a vicious dog, and more.

Barrington Restaurants Fight AIDS Today

You can too — by going out to a restaurant participating in Dining Out for Life.

RI Restaurants Band Together for Dining Out for Life Thursday

The event benefits AIDS Project RI and offers restaurant goers a chance to try one of dozens of restaurants.

Nepal Earthquake Donation Tips

BBB advises donors to avoid being taken advantage of by questionable solicitations

Baltimore Warns RI Police of "Credible Threats" Against Cops by Gangs

Baltimore Police, in the wake of uprisings in that city, say gang members might target law enforcement officers with violence.

Book Drive to Benefit Needy RI Children Begins May 1

Six-week effort will provide books to students participating in summer learning programs.

Nearby News: Tragedy Strikes Rhode Island

Plus, man moved by a crane, family found guilty of having a pot farm, Twin River Group makes plans, and more.

Update: Starbucks Solves Register Problem before Saturday Morning

Stores closed early on Friday after a massive register outage that might extend into Saturday.

THE BENRUS OPEN AT THE PRESERVE

BENRUS AND THE PRESERVE TO PARTNER IN PRESENTING “THE GREATEST DAY IN GOLF”

Scam Alert -- Look Out for Door-to-Door Magazine Scams This Spring

Be on the lookout for scammers selling fake magazine subscriptions.

St. Jude Home Care Owner, Worker, Charged with Medicaid Fraud

Two woman — one from Barrington, another from East Greenwich — are accused of fraudulently billing Medicaid to the tune of $785,000.

Take Charge of Your Diabetes

VNS of Newport and Bristol Counties is holding a four week diabetes education series May 7, 14, 21 and 28 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm

Heavy Rain Could Bring Coastal Flooding Monday

It will also be unusually chilly.

Nearby News: Firefighters Battle Blazes, Wife Allegedly Threatens Hubby

Plus, a cat gets helped out of a tree, Cranston crash leads to charges, Newport project begins, and a teen allegedly admits to crime spree.

Barrington Teen Lauded for Launching Nonprofit to Give Artful Cards to Hospital Patients

Amy Harff, 17, wanted to share her love of art and poetry, so she created "The Art of Giving" and has delivered hundreds of cards so far.

Hasbro Children's Hospital Radiothon Raises $400,000

The 15-hour event took place at the Warwick Mall and on Cumulus Providence radio stations on Thursday.

RIRRC LAUNCHES CAMPAIGN TO EDUCATE RHODE ISLANDERS TO RECYCLE BETTER; LIMIT WORKER INJURIES, SAVE MONEY

Go to www.recycletogetherri.org to learn more about recycling better!

BBB Urges Students to Beware of Scholarship Scams

High school students and their parents are often concerned about their upcoming college expenses.

Two Barrington Girls, 12, Arrested for Beating and Forcing Teen to Strip, Eat Butter

The pre-teens are facing charges of kidnapping, felony assault and other charges for holding a 15-year-old captive and confronted her.

Mother's Day Road Race Honors Moms Everywhere by Supporting Migraine Research

The Association of Migraine Disorders and the Wickford Sailing Association host Mother’s Day Road Race

Line Item Veto, Ethics Oversight of Lawmakers, Sex Trafficking Bills Heard Tuesday

The Senate Judiciary Committee will meet to hear a number of closely-watched bills that would amend the state constitution.

Author Stephen Kurkjian Reading & Booksigning Master Thieves: The Boston Gangsters Who Pulled Off the World's Greatest Art Heist

Author Reading & Booksigning

Legendary Musician Jim Brickman Appearance, Performance & CD/Booksigning

Jim Brickman Performance & CD/Booksigning. Free Event

Star of Bravo TV Show Million Dollar Listing NY Fredrik Eklund Talk & Booksigning

Bravo TV Star Appearance - Talk & Booksigning

Nearby News: Teen Commits Two-Day Crime Spree; Barrington Books Opening in Garden City Center

Plus, police arrest man who allegedly robbed salon and carjacked vehicle with baby inside.

5 From Barrington Running Boston Marathon

The 119th Boston Marathon is Mon., April 20.

Former RI Gov. Lincoln Chafee Might Run for President in 2016

"During the next weeks and months, I look forward to sharing with you my thoughts about the future of our great country," Chafee said.

Rain for Barrington Through Friday

The good news? It could reach 70 degrees early next week.

The Lovely Patient Film

A movie that highlights men’s breast cancer. http://indiemoviestore.com/lovely-patient-2/

URI Announces Rhode Island Ready for High School Students

Rhode Island Ready is a new URI program offering summer courses for college credit exclusively to high school students!

Hoops at Highlander

April Break Basketball Camp

Obama Signs Disaster Declaration for January's Blizzard

The state is expected to recoup about $4.7 million for storm-related costs from the federal government.

Obituary: Dr. Laura B. Fixman, 54

Dr. Laura B. Fixman, 54, died Wednesday April 1, 2015, at home.

Nearby News: Mexican Grill to Pay Back Wages, Fines; Homeless Man Arrested for Refusing to Pay for Fish Dinner

Plus, an ousted deputy town clerk sues to get her job back.