What Roads Coventry Plans To Fix With New State Grant, Other Funding

Town Manager Daniel Parrillo says a new state grant and Coventry's 10-year Pave it Forward program will fix 24 town roads in the first year.

Meat Allergy Cases Linked To Tick Bites Growing In RI, CDC Says

The allergic reaction occurs when an infected person eats beef, pork, venison or other meat from mammals — or drinks milk, researchers say.

Unresponsive Toddler Pulled From Pool At Coventry Home

Police say the 2-year-old boy needed CPR after losing consciousness in an above ground pool at a home on Tero Drive in Coventry.

Best Places To Live In RI; Parasitic Stomach Bug; More: RI Top Stories

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

Coventry Opening Cooling Centers For Heat Advisory On Thursday, Friday

With index indices approaching 100, see where you can stay safe from the heat in Coventry.

Heat Advisory In Rhode Island: See Expected High Temperatures

Most of eastern Rhode Island will be under a heat advisory, plus severe thunderstorms could be an issue Thursday.

Coventry Police Looking To Hire New Officers

Applications to join the Coventry Police Department will be accepted through Sept. 15.

Delta Aquariid, Perseid Meteor Showers Ramp Up: When To Look Up In RI

The next week’s weather forecast in Rhode Island calls for mostly clear skies and warm nights — the perfect weather for star-gazing.

Coventry Man Strikes Man With Gun, Threatens To Shoot Him: AG

Prosecutors say Ryan Noel, 36, struck a man across the head with a handgun during a fight in the parking lot of JW's Pub in Coventry.

Blue-Green Algae Advisory Lifted At Tiogue Lake In Coventry

State officials last month urged residents to avoid Tiogue Lake in Coventry due to blue-green algae blooms, but the pond is now safe again.

Drunken Woman Crashes Into West Warwick Multi-Family Home: Police

The West Warwick Building Department deemed the home uninhabitable, following the DUI crash, police say.

Coventry Man Facing 2 Child Molestation Charges

Prosecutors say Paul Dadamo, 72, sexually assaulted a child under age 14 several times between November 2016 and November 2018.

High Bacteria Levels Close Briar Point Beach In Coventry For Swimming

The Rhode Island Department of Health closed the beach to swimming on Wednesday after taking water samples.

'Forever Chemicals' Likely In Many Residents' Faucets: PM Patch RI

Also: Woman offers $1,000 reward for missing U.S. flag-shaped clutch; where Powerball money goes in RI; Roger Williams alums make a name.

‘Forever Chemicals’ Likely Found In Water From Many RI Faucets: Study

In Rhode Island, PFAS, also known as forever chemicals, were found in water supplies in 19 cities and towns.

Police Identify Man Killed In West Warwick Motorcycle Crash

Police say the West Warwick man was rushed to Rhode Island Hospital in Providence, but he succumbed to his injuries there.

Spotted Lanternfly Reaches Adult Stage In RI: Start Squishing

Late-stage nymphs and adults begin to appear in July. Here's how to detect the invasive species, and what you should do.

54-Year-Old Man Dies In Motorcycle Crash In West Warwick

Police say the West Warwick man was rushed to Rhode Island Hospital in Providence, but he succumbed to his injuries there.

Where Can I Find Affordable Landscaping Services In Coventry?

Transform your outdoor spaces affordably and effortlessly with professional landscaping services.

Hire A Coventry Area Pro To Clean Your Home Today!

Getting things done around the house has never been easier.

Coventry Area Pros Are Ready To Help Tackle Your Dirty Work ​—​ Literally

Finding and hiring top-rated house cleaners, junk removal pros and more has never been easier.

Motorcyclist Dies In Crash With School Pickup Truck; More: PM Patch RI

Also: Frozen fruit recall; Coventry holding its first annual July 4 fireworks; RI getting a Good Feet Store; assault on a police officer.

July 4th Fireworks 2023 Around Coventry

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Coventry.

Coventry Leaders Sign Commitment To Increase Out-Of-School Learning

By joining Learn365RI, Coventry will aim to bring its RICAS scores to Massachusetts levels, as well as improve school attendance and more.

Duplex Fire In Coventry Displaces 7 People, Kills 2 Cats

The American Red Cross is assisting five adults and two children after a duplex fire on Leveillee Street in Coventry.

Vehicle Stolen; Public Official Threatened: Coventry Police Arrest Log

Other charges found in the Coventry police arrest log included drag racing, a DUI, drug charges and more.

Severe Weather Could Hit RI: High Wind, Hail, Thunderstorms Possible

Severe weather on Wednesday could interrupt outdoor graduations and more across Rhode Island.

Toxic Blue-Green Algae Blooms At Tiogue Lake In Coventry

RI Department of Health officials say people shouldn't drink water or eat fish from the lake. Avoid fishing, boating, and kayaking.

29 Sick Cats Saved From Local Home; Man Hits Big On Keno: PM Patch RI

Also: RI has a James Beard Award-winning chef; will South Kingstown voters cut school budget?; 4 local companies on Fortune 500 list; more.

29 Cats With Respiratory Illness Saved From Coventry Home

All the cats have been vaccinated, fixed and are ready for adoption. See how to help Coventry Animal Control find homes for these cuties.

Breaking And Entering; 2 DUIs; More: Coventry Police Arrest Log

The following people were arrested by Coventry police between May 2 and May 4.

Head-On Crash In Coventry Hospitalizes 2 People

One of the crash victims had to be airlifted to the hospital after the head-on collision on Arnold Road on Wednesday morning.

Coventry Student Earns DCU Scholarship

Digital Federal Credit Union awarded 80 scholarships to students across the U.S., and a Coventry student was the only one from RI to win.

Coventry Police Looking For The Owner Of This Cat

Anyone who knows who this cat belongs to is asked to call Coventry Animal Control at 401822-9106.

Poison Dumped In Pond Kills 50 Fish; Jan. 6 Sentencing: PM Patch RI

Also: "Good Burger" star brings coffee, doughnuts to Newport police; woman crashes into tree, dies; RI's best secret beach; homes for sale.

50 Fish Killed After Man Dumps Poison Into Pond At RI Motel: RISPCA

Authorities say Jeffrey Gronski put Mircale-Gro in a koi pond in Foster, owned by state Sen. Gordon Rogers​' wife, killing 50 fish.

Memorial Day Weekend 2023: Things To Do In Coventry

Here are events to consider between the barbecues, cold ones and relaxation in Coventry.

Shoplifting, Larceny, 2 DUIs: Coventry Police Arrest Log

The following people were arrested by Coventry police between April 23 and May 1.

Coventry Police Find Dog Abandoned, Was Tied To Tree

Coventry Animal Control officials say the pitbull was likely tied to a tree in the woods since at least Monday evening or Tuesday morning.

Detectives Search Coventry Home After 'Domestic Disturbance': Police

Coventry police have not released details, but news reports say a man was taken into custody and a woman was brought to the hospital.