Hotel Reopens 2 Years After Massive Fire: PM Patch RI

Also: Three DUI arrests in one day; 1 RI hospital named among best in nation; car break-ins, thefts on the rise; more.

Police Looking For Jewelry Theft Suspect; New JWU Program: PM Patch RI

Also: RI man arrested in connection to VT officer-involved shooting; drug charges; felony shoplifting; meteors this weekend; more.

2 RI Beaches Reopen For Swimming After Bacteria-Related Closures

The beaches were closed for swimming Wednesday over their bacteria levels in the water.

High Bacteria Levels Close 8 Beaches; Veggie Recall: RI Top Stories

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

Huge Honor For Local Nurses; Girl Scout Builds Bat Houses: PM Patch RI

Also: Some relief from the heat and thunderstorms this weekend; more blue-green algae blooms; what to know about the full buck moon.

2 More Arrested Following Shooting; Dolphin Found Dead: PM Patch RI

Also: Four drug charges; dangerous heat and thunderstorms expected this week; see how much more Rhode Islanders are using air conditioners.

East Bay Foster Grandparents Program is recruiting volunteers

Community members 55 years of age/+ are needed as volunteers in schools, pre-schools, and community organizations.

Newport Hiring Entry Level Police Officers

Applications to join the Newport Police Department as an entry level police officer are being accepted through Sept. 3.

'Elephant Guardians' Needed For Nonprofit Display In Newport

The Great Elephant Migration comes to Newport, an art exhibit of 100 life-sized elephant statues that will be at the Cliff Walk.

100 Elephants Statues; Electric Bus Station Opening; PM Patch RI

Also: The last Bob's Store in RI set to close; a car fire on I-195; URI names its next sailing head coach; teacher spotlights across RI.

Newport Attractions Offering Free Entry For Hospitality Workers

If you live in Newport County or work in the hospitality industry, you have some options this weekend for free fun.

30 Guns Stolen From Store; Newport Hotel Gets Upgrades: PM Patch RI

Also: 2 firefighters injured in hit-and-run crash; 'underperforming' Stop & Shop stores could close; 6 injured in crash involving work van.

Newport Woman, Middletown Man Win $50K on RI Lottery's 50th Birthday

Another $50,000-winning ticket was also purchased in Coventry and remains unclaimed, according to Rhode Island Lottery officials.

RI City Getting Its Own Monopoly Version; A Lottery Win: PM Patch RI

Also: Car slams into home/hair salon; the IRS might owe you money; body found in Pawtuxet River; man sentenced for raping a woman; more.

East Bay Community Action Program Marks 60 Years of Community Action

Seven RI agencies are part of the national Community Action Partnership which is celebrating 60 years of service

RI's Most Beautiful Restaurant; Lightning Strike Home: RI Top Stories

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

East Bay Community Action Program honoring four area residents

Four Aquidneck Island residents to receive awards at 19th Annual Seaside Gala

Broadway Closing Sunday For Aquidneck Island National Police Parade

Police departments participating in the parade will be given awards for best cruiser, best uniform, and best honor guard.

DEA Drug Take-Back Day 2024: Where To Go In Newport

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

Aquidneck Island National Police Parade Scheduled For Next Month

Police departments participating in the parade will be given awards for best cruiser, best uniform, and best honor guard.

RI Foundation Hosting Free Community Meal For Newport County Residents

Find out how to register for this free meal and discuss issues that affect Newport County with your fellow residents.

Middletown Woman Wins $30K On Lottery Ticket She Bought In Newport

Rhode Island Lottery officials say the winner will use the money to pay bills.

Local Business Spotlight Renaissance Floor Restoration & Construction

Floor restoration, installation, sanding, refinishing company and general contracting.

Will I See The Total Solar Eclipse In Newport?

Rhode Island residents are not living in the path of totality. But we won't miss out on the celestial sensation, either.

Man Who Drowned In River Identified; Butler Arrest: PM Patch RI

Also: These RI counties are shrinking; teen facing murder charge; judge dismissed Johnson's Pond lawsuit; woman accused of child abuse.

Documentary Made About Local Pandemic Life; PVDFest; More: PM Patch RI

Also: Woman sentenced for targeting seniors in $5.8 million romance scam; apartment fire hospitalizes 3 people; 5 RI hospitals among best.

Newport Man Wins More Than $376K From Rhode Island Lottery Ticket

Rhode Island Lottery officials said the winner plays the game all the time and plans to pay off debt and share some money with family.​​

East Bay Foster Grandparent Program Needs Volunteers

Income eligible people ages 55+ are needed to help in local schools, Head Start sites, YMCAs, and libraries

Free tax filing assistance to those earning under $63K

East Bay Community Action Program’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program has appointments available in Bristol and Riverside

MLK Community Center Transformed With Upgrades, New Food Pantry

BankNewport helps pay for the MLK Community Center upgrades and a state-of-the-art food pantry with a $200,000 grant.

Potential RI Ghost Towns By 2100; Dairy Recalls: RI Top Stories

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

These RI Cities Could Be Ghost Towns By 2100: PM Patch RI

Also: New photos released of man police say grabbed teen girl; Costco to Warwick instead of Cranston?; phone scams; meth, fentanyl dealing.

Newport Police Hosting 'Coffee With A Cop On Tuesday

Here's when and where you can grab a cup of coffee with your local officers.

Newport Police Hosting 'Coffee With A Cop' This Month

Here's when and where you can grab a cup of coffee with your local officers.

Newport City Councilor, BedJet CEO Donates $2 Million To Local Causes

The money will benefit the MLK Center, Child & Family of RI, Lucy’s Hearth, Newport Mental Health, the Newport Housing Hotline, and more.

Newport Police, CRU Café Team Up For Youth Hygiene Drive

The organizers are looking for shampoo, conditioner, body wash, personal hygiene products, feminine hygiene products, and hair products.

Pickleball Replacing Movie Theater; Child Porn Trial Set: PM Patch RI

Also: Up to 8 inches of snow could be on the way; dog, cat food recalled for salmonella and listeria contamination; RI homes for sale; more.

Volunteers Needed to Help People File Taxes

East Bay Community Action Program will provide training for volunteers who want to help low-income tax filers.

What To Do If You See A Coyote In Newport: Animal Control

Coyotes are found in every Rhode Island community, except Block Island, so sightings are inevitable in Newport.

Newport Police Hosting Toy Drive At Walmart Next Month

Newport police said all the toys donated will go to the Salvation Army on Memorial Boulevard.