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Coventry Couple Charged With Coercing Girl, 14, Into Sex: PatchPM

Also: rock climbing event for diabetic kids and more.

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Craig Nelson, 33, and Angolina Klink​, 31, are accused of using alcohol to push a 14-year-old girl into sex.
Craig Nelson, 33, and Angolina Klink​, 31, are accused of using alcohol to push a 14-year-old girl into sex. (Photo: Coventry Police Department )

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Coventry Couple Coerced Girl, 14, Into Sex With Alcohol: Police

A Coventry couple is accused of using alcohol to force a 14-year-old into performing sexual acts over the course of several months.

Rock Climbing Event Brings American Ninja Warrior To Local Kids

A pro football player and American Ninja Warrior contestant will speak at a rock climbing event for diabetic kids on Saturday.

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Collapsed Old Stone Bridge Causeway To Be Repaired

A piece of an old bridge broke off and fell into the Sakonnet River in March, creating a hazard for boats in the area.

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