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The award is part of an effort to protect Narragansett Bay, promote environmental stewardship, and enhance coastal resiliency.
Raymond Paiva, 30, of Bristol, admits he smothered his grandmother to death with a pillow and robbed her to get money to buy heroin.
Other than a firefighter slipping on a ladder, no other injuries were reported from Saturday's fire in Bristol, fire officials said.
Sarah Burnham M'19 has published a trailblazing paper in the academic journal Human Development.
Bristol residents can drop off tablets, pills, capsules, patches and other solid forms of prescription drugs, along with vaping devices.
The conference, running Sept. 28-Oct. 1, highlights the historical significance of horses and other equines.
"An unexpected situation" arose at Mt. Hope, requiring water to be turned off throughout the building, Bristol Warren school officials say.
Bristol Art Museum announces a new exhibit, "A Small Point of Land," a juried exhibit of artists living and/or working in the community.
Bristol has one of the highest rates of deer vs. car crashes per square mile in Rhode Island, and state officials want to limit populations.
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Video: The Class of 2027 moved into their new homes on campus just before Convocation.
Candlelight Vigil and Walk in recognition of International Overdose Awareness Day, Aug 31 at 6:00pm.
Police say the scammers are spoofing the official Bristol police phone number (401-253-6900) to make their calls seem legitimate.
a community event featuring free live music and refreshments
Baldwin brings more than 30 years of experience in higher education marketing to lead the RWU marketing and communications department Br ...
One person was on the 23-foot catamaran when it caught fire, but they were saved by a good Samaritan.
If you're a Rhode Island resident, see how you can beautify your yard, while cutting down on energy costs at the same time.
Parents in Bristol and Warren can mark the first day of school coming later this summer.
Seven Rhode Island start-ups earned at least $100,000 in 2019 and grew that to at least $2 million by the end of 2022.
Fifty-three victim service providers graduated this week from the Rhode Island State Victim Assistance Academy.
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize our often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.
The Bristol Art Museum is pleased to announce the opening of its latest exhibition, Tensions: New Directions in Fiber Art.
Isabelle Sharp received the award after completing her project "ADHDmons (Life with an Invisible Disability)."
"Thank you, Bristol Fire Department, for saving my building," Tire MD Owner Steve Martins said after a car caught fire in his parking lot.
Keith Sartini tried to purchase two guns from East Bay Ammunition in Tiverton, even though he's facing a felony charge, prosecutors say.
"A Small Point of Land" celebrates the cultural identity of Rhode Island, particularly the East Bay area.
The Rhode Island Department of Health recommended the closure because of high bacteria levels making it unsafe to swim.
Eight Roger Williams University alumni have been selected as winners in this year's Providence Business News 40 Under Forty awards.
A woman reported her clutch went missing while she was watching fireworks on Monday at the Elk's Club in Bristol.
Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Bristol and Warren.
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President Ioannis Miaoulis shares a message to the RWU community following the Supreme Court's decision on race-conscious admission.
Rhode Island colleges speaking out against the Supreme Court's Ruling included Brown University and Roger Williams University, among others.
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Northeast Championship Wrestling's 2023 Season continues Friday night July 7th live from the Almeida VFW Post in Bristol, Rhode Island
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Diocese officials said the merger occurred because of a decline in church activities and ceremonies at the St. Alexander Parish.