Marijuana has been decriminalized in Rhode island. Should full legalization be next?
Scammers are looking to take advantage of Red Sox fans' excitement, Rhode Island's attorney general warns.
Congress votes to reopen government, raise the debt ceiling.
The government office in charge of approving new craft beers and breweries has closed leaving some small breweries in limbo.
More than 90 percent of homeowners in the U.S. will see higher heating expenses this year.
Mars rover in danger of going dark thanks to furloughs at NASA.
The state Republican Party plans to raffle off an M-16 style weapon Sunday. Is this an an appropriate fundraiser for a political party? Tell us in comments.
Some 4,000 residents in Johnston could lose food assistance, depending on how long the federal shutdown continues.
Rhode Island communities shared $740,000 in profits from the Central Landfill in Johnston this year — last year, the number was nearly $2 million.
Food stamps, child care services and small business assistance could all be canceled or delayed if the federal government shutdown is prolonged.
The Roger Williams Memorial and Blackstone River Valley National Corridor are among those that may be impacted by a shutdown.
Less beltway traffic, no museum visits, but you'll still get your mail. Local reps blame the crisis on the Tea Party.
There are no federal age restrictions on e-cigarettes and no rules about advertising those products to youths.
The move is expected to generate $2 billion in new revenue for the postal service.
Tell us: Should the state require water authorities to provide early notification of possible contamination?
A 33-year-old Exeter man has been treated for West Nile Virus.
The Entergy power plan in Johnston was first in CO2 emissions.
The first woman elected to statewide public office, Susan Farmer, has passed away at the age of 71.
The Republican mayor took one step closer to a run for Rhode Island governor.
Who's paying when, what's the cost, and where the money's planned to go.
The methane gas-collecting company agreed to make the payments to settle a December 2011 lawsuit.
Officials from the gas-extraction company will be among those scheduled to speak this afternoon.
Now is the time to tell Cicilline where you stand. Should he vote in favor of the Syria attack? Vote in the comments section and share your thoughts.
The recently-switched Democrat decried the "irrational negativity" in Rhode Island political circles.
Are you a gay or lesbian couple celebrating your right to marriage equality in Rhode Island? Share your story on Johnston Patch!
Rhode Island Resource Recovery has reached an agreement with the Town of Johnston in the 2011 lawsuit.
Thursday marks the official beginning of same-sex marriage in Rhode Island.
Rhode Island Gov. Lincoln Chafee recently vetoed a bill that would have created a new registration plate.
The CLF said the landfill has operated without a permit for 16 years.
Johnston Building Inspector Ben Nascenzi said Broadrock Renewables violated the terms of an agreement made last week with the town.
Mayor Joseph Polisena describes the faults he found in the methane-gas pipes that exploded early Tuesday morning.
New surcharges for licenses and registrations went into effect on July 1.
Officials said the makeshift parts carrying gas through a hose could have caused an explosion.
Mayor Joseph Polisena has scheduled a noontime press conference on Tuesday to announce a cease-and-desist order against the company.
Recent goings on at the Rhode Island State House.
The General Assembly recently passed an increase in the minimum wage, effective Jan. 1, 2014.
The $8.2 billion budget proposal for fiscal 2014 now heads to the state Senate.