Newport Police, CRU Café Holiday Coat Drive Off To Strong Start

As of Monday, more than 40 brand-new children’s coats have been donated to the coat drive, according to Newport police.

Taurids Set Up Meteor Showers Though Year’s End: What To Know In RI

The Taurids aren’t the only reason to look up, though. Shooting stars will blaze across the sky throughout November.

Newport Police, CRU Café Hosting 3rd Annual Joint Holiday Coat Drive

Over the last two years, Newport police and CRU Café were able to donate hundreds of coats to local nonprofit organizations in the city.

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

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

Newport Family Donates $250K To The City's Fire Department

Newport residents George and Susan Petrovas donated $250,000 to the city's fire department for a new ambulance and to replace a fire engine.

Newport Hosting Pair Of Hazardous Waste, Recycling Events

If you're a Newport resident, see how the city can help you dispose of hazardous waste and harder to recycle items.

Newport Police Hosting 'Coffee With A Cop'

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

Newport Woman Wins $50,000 In Rhode Island Lottery

Lottery officials said the woman won $50,000 on a "Rhode Island Red" instant ticket she bought at the 7-Eleven on Memorial Boulevard.

Newport Couple Recognized For Helping People With Disabilities

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize our often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.

Shark Week Hypes Apex Predators, But Are RI Beachgoers At Risk?

Shark bites decline — along with an alarming drop in the population of the apex predators, which play a critical role in marine ecosystems.

Newport's Japanese Sister City Coming To Town

The public is invited to a reception welcoming a delegation from Newport’s sister city Shimoda, Japan.

RI Colleges React To Supreme Court 's Affirmative Action Ban: PM Patch

Also: Heather Graham's new romantic comedy wraps in RI; man sentenced for strangling ex-girlfriend in home break-in; cool houses hit market.

Newport Launching A Park Ranger Program, Hiring To Fill Role

The Newport initiative is modeled after other park ranger programs in communities like Denver and Salt Lake City.

'Good Burger' Star Kenan Thompson Visits Newport Police With Doughnuts

Kenan Thompson's visit to the Newport Police Department comes as him and Kel Mitchell film "Good Burger 2" in Rhode Island.

Newport County residents will be honored at Gala June 15

East Bay Community Action Program will present its Vision Award to volunteers of the organization's Baby Steps Program

Cop's Badge Stolen In D.C.; Missing Cranston Man; More: PM Patch RI

Also: Weapon arrest after Texas Roadhouse disturbance; new turf field for high school; Memorial Day events across Rhode Island; new homes.

Newport Launches Safe Kayaking, Paddleboarding Program

With kayaks and standup paddleboards growing in popularity, the Newport Habormaster's Office is aiming to serve as a local safety resource.

Where RI Hospitals Rank In U.S.; Award-Winning Burger: RI Top Stories

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

RI Among Top States For Health Care, Crime And Corrections: U.S. News

The annual U.S. News & World Report ranking evaluates each state’s health care, economy, education system and more.

Newport Police Hosting 'Coffee With A Cop'

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

Island Wide Water Main Flushing Set For Next Week

Hydrant flushing is scheduled in Newport, Portsmouth and Middletown.

People Are Moving Out Of Newport County, Census Report Shows

Newport County lost some of its population during the first years of the pandemic, according to a new Census Bureau report Thursday.

Newport To Host Community Spring Recycling Event For Earth Day

Newport residents can drop off difficult to recycle items at Easton's Beach during the event. See a list of what is accepted.

Newport Hiring Lifeguards, Other Easton's Beach Staff For Summer

Newport city officials said they offer the highest lifeguard pay wages in Rhode Island. See all the jobs available at Easton's Beach.

Giving to EBCAP on 401 Gives Helps Keep Kids Nourished

Funds raised benefit EBCAP's Newport Family & Child Opportunity Zone's Backpack Feeding Program - food for kids on weekends

Choir School Of Newport County To Host Open Rehearsals

New students age 8-14 are welcome.

2 RI Hospitals Among Best In U.S.; Keno Winner; More: RI Top Stories

See the top 10 most-read stories on RI Patch in the past week, including two hospitals being ranked among the best in the U.S. and more.

Newport Police Selling St. Patrick's Day Patches For Youth Nonprofit

Newport police said proceeds from the patch sales will go to Youth Driven, that works to create youth traffic safety and leadership groups.

Newport Welcoming Guests From Sister City In Ireland

Like Newport, Kinsale, Ireland, boasts a significant military history, seasonal tourism economy and a bustling restaurant scene.

Newport Police Offering $5,000 Hiring Bonus For New Recruits

Applications to join the Newport Police Department are now being accepted until March 10.

Newport Opens Overnight Warming Center Ahead Of Freezing Weekend

Need a warm place for this week's freezing temperatures? Find out where to go in Newport

Newport Police Raise $8,700 Selling 'All Cancer' Patch

Newport police officers are allowed to grow beards from October to March, as they raise money for local and cancer nonprofits.

Newport Restaurant Makes National Yelp List, More: Newport Top Stories

See the top 10 most-read stories on Newport Patch in the past week, including a plant-based restaurant making Yelp's top 100 national list.

Nasty Storm With Dangerous Winds, Hiring At T.F. Green: RI Top Stories

See the top 10 most-read stories on RI Patch in the past week, including Breeze Airways hiring 250 workers at T.F. Green and much more.

Newport Police Partnering With Cru Cafe For Canned Food Drive

Newport police said all the canned food donations will go to local entities.

Dinghy, Kayak Rack Lottery For 2023 Season In Newport Opening Soon

Find out how to apply for dinghy and kayak rack spaces at King Park and Willow Street in Newport.

Newport Police Recruiting New Officers

Applications to join the Newport Police Department are being accepted until Feb. 21.

CCNC Offering Six-Week 'Empowering Voices' Class For All Ages

The first session will take place Feb. 2.

Star Students: Help Patch Recognize Extraordinary Students In Newport

Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to celebrate Star Students who make life better in Newport with contributions big and small.

Newport County Nonprofits Can Apply For $290,000 In Grants

Nonprofits have until Feb. 9 to apply for grants of up to $10,000 through the Rhode Island Foundation.