DEA Drug Take-Back Day 2023: Where To Go In South Kingstown

Residents can drop off tablets, pills, capsules, patches and other solid forms of prescription drugs, along with vaping devices.

Manatee Spotted In RI Dies; Child Shot With BB Gun; More: PM Patch RI

Also: Voter registration deadline approaching in RI; 8 local museums to be featured on PBS series; learn about state senate candidate; more.

Manatee Spotted In RI Waters Has Died, Officials Confirm

Manatees typically prefer warmer waters, like off the coast of Florida. But the sea mammal was recently spotted in Rhode Island waters.

Narragansett PD Encourage Residents, Businesses To Register Cameras

When a crime occurs, officers will be able to identify registered cameras near the location of the incident and get help from the community.

South County Museum In Narragansett Gets $2K Grant For Summer Camp

The grant supported trips to the South County Museum, dragon boat races, and more for the children at Camp Fuller.

Guy Fieri Films At Local Restaurant; Top Schools; More: RI Top Stories

Here are the Top 10 most popular stories and posts from around Rhode Island Patch sites last week.

Guy Fieri Films At Popular RI Burger Joint: PM Patch RI

Also: Roger Williams Park Zoo gets a new wild cat; PVDonuts listed for sale; beautiful home with an outdoor kitchen hits the market; more.

2 RI Colleges Named Among Top 200 Nationwide: PM Patch RI

Also: Man driving tow truck pulling forklift charged with DUI; a crash so loud, it could be heard from 2 miles away; Tiverton official dies.

Manatee Seen In RI For First Time In 7 Years; Pizza: RI Top Stories

Here are the Top 10 most popular stories and posts from around Rhode Island Patch sites last week.

Narragansett Cancels Calamari Festival Due To Storms

The decision to cancel the Calamari Festival was made as the expected tropical storm has turned into a category one hurricane.

Narragansett Police Make Kevin O'Conner Town's New Community Officer

Officer Kevin O'Connor has been with the Narragansett Police Department for 13 years and will have lots of new responsibilities in the role.

Manatee Spotted In Rhode Island Waters For First Time In 7 Years

Manatees, often called sea cows typically prefer warmer waters, like off the coast of Florida. But the sea mammal was spotted in a RI pond.

Wrong-Way Driver Facing DUI Charge; West Nile Virus; More: PM Patch RI

Also: Learn about Newport and China's historic connection through art; how much owning a dog costs in RI; recognition of a community leader.

Bacteria Forces Oyster Recall; Fire Destroys Hotel: RI Top Stories

Here are the Top 10 most popular stories and posts from around Rhode Island Patch sites last week.

Break-In At Warwick Mall; Oysters Recalled For Bacteria: PM Patch RI

Also: Couple recognized for helping people with disabilities; community leader fosters love of theater in children; National Cinema Day.

Rare Tick-Borne Disease Kills Elderly Woman; Cop Arrested: PM Patch RI

Also: Gov. McKee leading trade mission to the Dominican Republic; two win scholarships worth $320,000; man accused of molesting child; more.

'Jersey Boys' In RI; A Cold, A Snowy Winter Coming; More: PM Patch RI

Also: Man facing five child molestation charges; girl scout wins $10,000 scholarship; fixes coming to Coventry roads; a new Shake Shack.

What Are The Top 10 Places To Live In Rhode Island?: PM Patch RI

Also: Dangerous heatwave on the way; Blessing of the Fleet prep; fun events this weekend; a dance award; beautiful homes hit the market.

Salty Brine Beach Parking Lot Closing For Blessing Of The Fleet

This event features a parade of decorated commercial and recreational boats. A local clergyman blesses each vessel as they pass the beach.

Free Bible Conference in Wyoming on August 11-12

Noted "apologetics" speaker and author from New York City to facilitate event

2 Drownings; A Parasitic Stomach Bug; Serious Crashes: RI Top Stories

Here are the Top 10 most popular stories and posts from around Rhode Island Patch sites last week.

Dangerous Portuguese Men-Of-War Spotted At 3 Rhode Island Beaches

​Portuguese Men-of-war have long, trailing tentacles and a painful sting. Purple flags are being flown to warn beachgoers of their presence.

Boat On Fire; Japanese Sister City Visiting Newport; More: PM Patch RI

Also: Man convicted of assaulting father and son business owners; flash flood watch; free Slurpee; some value homes hit the market in RI.

3 Beaches In Narragansett-South Kingstown Closed To Swimming

The Rhode Island Department of Health recommended the closures because of high bacteria levels making it unsafe to swim.

Narragansett Police Offer Boating, Beach Safety Tips For Summer 2023

According to the National Safe Boating Council, in 2022, the U.S. Coast Guard recorded 4,040 recreational boating crashes and 658 deaths.

Retired RI Deputy Fire Chief Wins Service Award

Retired UFD Deputy Fire Chief Kevin Quinn was honored for his service and dedication to the fire department, even after retirement.

Narragansett Girl Scout Fixes Nature Trail For Gold Award Project

Lindsay Moricas of Narragansett received the Gold Award after completing her project "Bridging the Gaps Between Community and Nature​."

Narragansett Police Offer Summer Road Safety Tips

Narragansett police released some tips to remind the community that safe roads this summer will require cooperation from everyone.

Man Accused Of Killing Mother At Sea Dies Before Trial: RI Top Stories

Here are the Top 10 most popular stories and posts from around Rhode Island Patch sites last week.

Man Accused of Killing Mother At Sea Dies Before Trial: PM Patch RI

Also: Man convicted of killing gang rival at school bus stop; duplex fire displaces seven people; arson; Cranston among best family cities.

A James Beard-Winning Chef; Wildfire Smoke Lingers: RI Top Stories

Here are the Top 10 most popular stories and posts from around Rhode Island Patch sites last week.

South Kingstown Man Wins $10K On Lottery Ticket Sold In Narragansett

Rhode Island Lottery officials say the South Kingstown man plans to use the lottery earnings to pay bills.

URI Receiver Who Grew Up A Patriots Fan Signs With Team: PM Patch RI

Also: Dilapidated​ Newport mansion getting demolished; the state of PFAS in Rhode Island; One beach safe for swimming and a pond unsafe.

Narragansett Police Launch Body-Worn Camera Program

Narragansett police officers are now required by department policy to wear a body-worn camera at all times during their shift.

South Kingstown Fire Represented On National Volunteer Fire Council

Retired Deputy Fire Chief Kevin Quinn represented South Kingstown and Rhode Island at the national conference in Arlington, Virginia.

Local Girl Scout Creates Fairy Garden At South Kingstown Land Trust

Gold Award recipient Keely Grady designed and built a fairy garden, made a sign, and built fencing using materials that she found in nature.

Feds, South Kingstown Police Hosting Hate Crime Prevention Workshop

Federal and local officials will host the United Against Hate Workshop at the Prout School on May 31 for a discussion on preventing hate.

1 Of America’s Top 100 Secret Beaches Is Located In Rhode Island

Rhode Island's "secret beach" has some of the bigger waves on Block Island and is usually much less crowded than other spots nearby.

Dog Fighting, Fentanyl Ring Broken Up; RI's Top Baby Names: PM Patch

Also: New affordable homes being built locally with state money; more learning outside of school; Providence's teacher of the year named.

RI Girl Scout Creates Mental Health Support Club For Middle School

​Anna Kelly's Gold Award project "Peer-to-Peer Program in Middle Schoo​l" helps students assist others in finding mental health resources.