2019 Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular Ends Record-Breaking Season

Both the weekend and weekday attendance records were broken during this year's season.

When Changing Clocks, Check Smoke Detectors: Red Cross

The American Red Cross reminded Rhode Islanders to check their smoke detectors when they "fall behind" this weekend.

Cranston Police Encourage Safe Trick-Or-Treating

Parents, kids and drivers are all reminded to stay safe this Halloween.

RI Named Among Most Expensive Winter Travel Destinations

The Providence-Warwick metro area has high travel costs and hassles, according to a new ranking from WalletHub.

Roger Williams Park Zoo: Buy Rainforest-Safe Candy This Halloween

The zoo provided a list of candy brands that are committed to only using sustainable palm oil.

Providence's Christopher Columbus Statue Vandalized

Red paint and the words "stop celebrating genocide" were found on the statute on Columbus' namesake holiday.

Columbus Day 2019: What's Open/Closed In Cranston?

Here's what's open and closed in Rhode Island over the holiday weekend.

Block Party: Legoland Coming To Providence This Weekend

Legoland's "Resort On The Road" will make a stop at the Providence Place Mall this weekend.

2019 Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular Opens At Roger Williams Park Zoo

5,000 intricately carved pumpkins line the zoo's wetlands trail.

Rhode Islanders Required To Wear Orange During Hunting Season

Anyone using undeveloped state parks and management areas are reminded to wear at wear 200 square inches of orange.

Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular Returning To Roger Williams Park Zoo

The Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular is returning to Roger Williams Park Zoo on October 3 and will run through November 3.

Labor Day 2019: What's Open, Closed In Cranston

Here's what's open and closed in Rhode Island over the holiday weekend.

Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks Overnight in RI

The Perseid meteor shower peaks tonight with up to 100 meteors an hour. Here's how and when to watch:

Extreme Heat Readiness: Cooling Centers In Cranston

Extreme heat can be very dangerous, especially for young children and the elderly. Here are some places where you can cool off.

Fourth Of July Celebrations: What Can, Can't Be Recycled

Planning a backyard barbecue? Patch has your guide to what goes in the trash and what can be recycled.

Where To Cool Off In Cranston, Warwick and Providence This Summer

Starting July 8, Cranston's Budling Pool will only be open to residents and guests.

Eta Aquarids Meteor Shower Peaking In RI

The Eta Aquarids meteor shower will dazzle in the early morning sky, depending on weather conditions in the area.

2019 Guide To Meteor Showers, Lunar Eclipse, Supermoons In RI

The Quadrantids meteor shower will kick off 2019, which will also have a trifecta of supermoons and a total lunar eclipse.

Crafting for Critters Craft Fair and Bake Sale

Shop Local for the Holidays and Help Homeless Animals

Roger Williams Zoo Is Free On Black Friday

The animals that enjoy the cold will be on hand to meet visitors, the zoo said.

What's Open, Closed On Veterans Day In RI

Veterans Day falls on a Sunday in 2018. The official observance is Monday, but some, like Newport's Redwood Library, are also closed Sunday.

Cranston 2018 Halloween Sex Offender Safety Guide

Use this guide to find out where Cranston's 158 sex offenders are before the kids go out trick-or-treating.

Cranston Labor Day 2018: What's Open?

Send all your Labor Day picnic pictures to jimmy.bentley@patch.com

Annual Summer Music Preview Drum & Bugle Corps Competition July 3

Traffic restrictions will be in effect around Cranston Stadium.

Cranston July 4 2018: Where To Find Fireworks, Parades Nearby

Here's what you need to know about fireworks, parades and celebrations near Cranston.

Easter Egg Hunt At Cranston YMCA

Registration is required for free sessions at 9:30, 10, and 10:30 a.m.

Library To Close Sunday And Monday

The library will be closed to observe Presidents Day.

Monday Is Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Monday is Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Here are some ways to enjoy the holiday.

Cranston Students To Sing At The Statehouse

Cranston High East and West will perform on Dec. 14; Western Hills and Hope Highlands are scheduled for Dec. 22.

Beat The RI Thanksgiving Traffic: 2018 Travel Guide

Click on the white tab labelled View Larger Map, click on the bars on the top left next to Google Search, and choose Traffic.

Cranston Libraries: Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule

The libraries will close Wednesday, Nov. 22 at 5 p.m.

Veterans Day 2017: What's Open & What's Closed

Veterans Day falls on a Saturday in 2017, so some observances are happening Friday. State offices close Monday.

Photos: Halloween Decorations: 435 Auburn St., Cranston

Know about a house with great Halloween 'spirit,' (so to speak)? Send Patch a picture on our Facebook page.

Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular: Pumpkins On Display Through Nov. 5

Some 5,000 pumpkins will appear along the Roger Williams Park Zoo's Wetlands trail. This year's theme is Time Travel.

Library Closed Monday For Victory Day

All the public libraries are closed for the holiday.

What's Open & Closed On July 4 In Rhode Island

The RIPTA bus from Newport to Providence makes a detour for the Bristol parade, and the Providence-Newport ferry has cancelled the last trip

What's Open & Closed On Memorial Day

Here's a roundup of businesses and services that are open and closed on the holiday.

Cinco de Mayo in RI

Do you celebrate Cinco de Mayo?

Last Minute for Easter Dinner? Here Are Some Possibilities.

Here is a short list of places serving dinner on Easter Sunday. Let us know about your favorites.

Cranston Libraries to Close for Presidents' Day

The public libraries are closed Sunday & Monday, Feb. 19 & 20.