Deadline Nears for Grants to Serve RI's African American Community

The Rhode Island Foundation is accepting grant applications from nonprofits to serve the black community until Sept. 15.

Local Business takes Ice Bucket Challenge to the Next Step

Lamar Advertising called out Preventure in their Ice Bucket Challenge video and Preventure took that challenge and ran with it.

Labor Day 2014: What's Open, What's Closed

Enjoy your holiday Monday!

5 R.I. Homes on the Market with Spectacular Home Offices

Check out recent real estate listings from our partners at Zillow.

Spencer Trappist Brewery donates product to Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ocean State's Annual Event - The Big Toast

Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Ocean State hosts Spencer Trappist Brewery at The Big Toast, at the International Tennis Hall of Fame.

Coventry Court Log Aug. 27: DUIs, Fireworks Possession, Reckless Driving

The following Coventry court cases were heard in Third Division District Court this week.

Planning to Vote in RI? There's an App for That

New smartphone app released by the Rhode Island Secretary of State's office puts detailed voter information at your fingertips.

Sing With B Music Presents: A Summer Evening Sing Along and Picnic in the Park (Goddard Park)

Bring your infants, toddlers, preschoolers and their older siblings along your friends! Raffle & Door Prizes Friday Aug. 29 4:30 to 6:30

Latest Coventry Homes for Sale

Homes for sale on Zillow.

Educational Documentary Available at Library Near You

Educational documentary film “ESCAPE FIRE: The Fight to Rescue American Healthcare” now available at all Rhode Island public libraries

Local Cops, Firefighters, EMTs to Be Honored for Life-Saving Heroics

Fifteen first responders will be awarded the 2014 Rhode Island Lifesaving Medal.

Looking for Tiny Dancers

Register Now for Fall Dance classes at Rita Beaulieu Dance & Performing Arts Center

R.I. Among Top 10 States for Women's Equality

Hawaii was No. 1 on a report compiled by WalletHub.

Obituary: Stanley J. Mruk Sr., 88, Retired Fire Chief

Stanley J. Mruk Sr., 88, Fire Chief (retired), of Blackrock Rd., passed away at Kent Hospital on Friday, August 22, 2014.

5 R.I. Homes on the Market with Indoor Pools

The pool pictured is at 7 Meadow Ave. in Westerly, which is on the market for $1.5 million.

Rhode Island DUI Task Force Deploys This Weekend

It will be the second time the task force has deployed this year. Officers charged 11 people with DUI during the first deployment in May.

Farmer's Almanac: Snowier Winter Coming for R.I.

It will be colder than normal, too.

The Dangers of Free Wi-Fi

Your Better Business Bureau is warning consumers of reports of scammers setting up free Wi-Fi connections.

BBB Warns of Online Dog Breeder Scam

Better Business Bureau is warning dog lovers to be cautious when responding to online or newspaper classifieds.

Memorial Mass for St Germain, Former Congressman, is Aug. 28

Services for former congressman Joseph St Germain, who died on Saturday, will be Aug. 28.

RI Patch Daily: Red Cross Helps 12 Displaced by Fire, Restaurant Owner Says Fired Employees Posting Fake Reviews, Job Lot Hopes to go Viral With New Video Marketing Campaign

Plus, the Rhode Island Little League coach's speech continues to connect with people.

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF THE OCEAN STATE RECEIVES $10,000 FROM BALISE TOYOTA

Balise Toyota’s generous donation will also help to continue to ensure the safety of the children in our mentoring programs.

FREE ZUMBA

Join us at Rita Beaulieu Dance and Performing Arts Center for a FREE Zumba Class with our instructor, Erin! Wednesday, Aug. 20 at 7:30 p.m.!

How to Post on Patch

Here’s what you need to know to start posting on Patch again.

More Cities and Towns Benefit From Municipal Road and Bridge Revolving Fund

Program also provides additional funding to support projects in progress

Financial Literacy Initiative Expands Statewide

EverFi now available to 53 Rhode Island schools at no cost.

College Students, Be Aware of Apartment Rental Scams

Phony ads for rental properties are always popping up, and are specifically aimed at stealing money from unsuspecting students.

RI Patch Daily: Coast Guard Rescues 3 People, 45 Acres Along Narrow River Will Be Preserved, Fung Demands Apology for Block Supporter's Nazi Pic

Plus, a 1.4-acre shellfish farm is proposed in Island Park Cove and a Newport woman walks to raise money for Alzheimer's awareness.

BJ's Wholesale Club Joins EPA's Food Recovery Challenge

The company is the first wholesale club to commit nationwide to EPA’s Food Recovery Challenge.

Be Aware, It's National Fraud Awareness Week

Be aware of fraud

Dance Changes Everything

Rita Beaulieu Dance and Performing Arts Center is now enrolling for Fall Dance classes!

R.I. Little League Coach: 'You Had the Whole State Jumping'

David Belisle, coach of the Cumberland squad that was eliminated from the Little League World Series Monday, delivered a powerful speech.

Treasury's Unclaimed Property Auction

Saturday, August 23, 2014 at 10:00am at the Department of Administration, 1 Capitol Hill, Providence

Treasury's Unclaimed Property Auction Preview

Saturday, August 23, 2014 from 8:00am-10:00am at the Department of Administration, 1 Capitol Hill, Providence

Treasury's Unclaimed Property Auction Preview

Friday, August 22, 2014 at 5:00pm-9:00pm at the Department of Administration, 1 Capitol Hill, Providence

Back-to-School Shopping? Beware of Scams

According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), book-to-school shopping is the second largest spending season of the year, and this year

Little League World Series: Rhode Island Takes on Chicago Monday Night

The team from Cumberland will play in a win-or-go-home game against Chicago.

AAA: Rhode Island Gas Prices Down Four Cents

The average price was 21 cents higher this time last year.

KDMF ENCORE Gala "The Harvest Moondance"

A night to remember, September 13th, the Katie DeCubellis Memorial Foundation will host an encore Gala — “The Harvest Moondance”

These 5 R.I. Homes for Sale Have Dream Kitchens

These kitchens have granite, stainless steel, and more.