Ex-City Councilor Facing Child Molestation Charges; More: PM Patch RI

Also: Woman's neglect of elderly dog leads to its death, prosecutors say; South Kingstown 300th anniversary parade; lottery winner; more.

Posted Thu, Jun 8, 2023 at 5:26 pm ET

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Ex-Cranston City Councilor Arrested Again, Accused Of Molesting Child: Ex-Cranston City Councilor Matthew Reilly resigned after police say they found him unconscious in his car after he smoked crack cocaine. He was arrested again.
Pawtucket Woman Accused Of Abusing, Neglecting Elderly Dog To Death: Prosecutors say Diamond, a 16-year-old poodle who died, had abdominal tumors, significant hair loss, and was covered in fecal matter.
South Kingstown Schedules 300th Anniversary Parade, Picnic: After the parade later this month, there will be a celebration picnic at Saugatucket Park with live music, food, and drinks.

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