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Another Day, Another Shark Sighting In Rhode Island | Patch PM

Also: New law protects hospital workers from violence | National Grid predicts higher winter rates | more.

Thresher sharks are one of the most commonly spotted along the coast of Rhode Island.
Thresher sharks are one of the most commonly spotted along the coast of Rhode Island. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

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Another Thresher Shark Spotted Off Narragansett

The shark was first spotted at The Dunes Club, and later at Narragansett Town Beach.


New Law Protects Hospital Workers From Violence On The Job

The bill, signed into law by gov. Dan McKee, requires regular safety trainings at hospitals and creates procedures for reporting incidents.

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National Grid Predicts Higher Winter Energy Costs In Rhode Island

Rhode Island residents will likely see a slight increase on their electricity bill this winter, compared to last year.


2 Newport Students Awarded $1,000 Scholarships From BankNewport

Liza Nunes and Peyton Gardner, both students at William S. Rogers High School in Newport, were two of the four statewide winners.

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