Man Arrested On Child Pornography Charges A 5th Time: PM Patch RI

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• Cranston Man Faces Child Pornography Charges For A 5th Time: Patrick M. O'Donnell, 60, was arrested on child pornography charges a month after being released from prison, federal prosecutors say.
• 6 RI Companies Named Among America's Greatest Workplaces 2023: The RI companies that made the list share common values such as competitive salaries and benefits, equity and diversity, Newsweek said.
• Toxic Blue-Green Algae Blooms Found In 3 Rhode Island Lakes, Ponds: Residents are asked to avoid all contact with the water.
• Cranston Fall Festival 2023 Scheduled For September: Co-organized with We Be Jammin' Events, the festival will bring a day of family fun to Itri Square in the Knightsville neighborhood.
• This Is The County With The Highest Poverty Rate In Rhode Island: The typical household in the county earns $65,797 a year, about $8,700 less than the typical Rhode Island household.

Rhode Island Real Estate Round Up

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• This Exceptional Newport Cottage With Victorian Charm Is For Sale
• South Kingstown Wow House: This Deck Is Perfect For Barbecues!

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