Crime & Safety
Florida Man Sentenced For RI, MA ATM Thefts: Patch PM
Also: RIPTA debuts solar buses | RI ranked poorly for retirement | Climate protestors gather outside Providence Chase Bank.
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Florida Man Sentenced To Federal Prison For RI, MA ATM Thefts
Dean Emmanuel Colin, 27, admitted to stealing more than $174,000 from Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island ATMs.
RIPTA Debuts Solar-Powered Buses
Small solar panels installed on the roof of the buses will help improve battery lie and optimize performance.
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Rhode Island Named 3rd-Worst State For Retirement
Rhode Island was ranked number 47 out of 50 in WalletHub's list of best states to retire.
Climate Protesters Gather Outside Providence Chase Bank
Climate Action Rhode Island gathered at the bank's new downtown Providence branch to protest the company's funding of fossil fuels.
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