Community Corner

Chepachet Fire Department Mourns Loss Of Chief: Patch PM

Also: Newport beach looking for lifeguards | Newport Grand to be redeveloped | Lightning possible cause of Narragansett house fire.

The Chepachet Fire Department announced the death of Chief Robert Dauphinais following a serious crash.
The Chepachet Fire Department announced the death of Chief Robert Dauphinais following a serious crash. (GoFundMe)

Welcome to Tuesday's edition of Patch PM. Here are the latest headlines from around the Rhode Island Patch network.

Chepachet Fire Chief Dies Following Serious Motorcycle Crash

Chief Robert Dauphinais suffered a critical brain injury in a motorcycle crash on July 7.

Carpionato Announces $100M Redevelopment Of Former Newport Grand

The new development will include apartments, hotels and stores, completely changing the landscape.

Find out what's happening in Newportfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

City Of Newport Hiring Staff At Easton's Beach

The City of Newport is looking to hire lifeguards, gate attendants, carousel workers and laborers for seasonal jobs through Labor Day.

Lightning Strike Possible Cause Of Narragansett House Fire

A house fire on Flintstone Road in Narragansett was possibly caused by a lightning strike.

Find out what's happening in Newportfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.