Politics & Government
Lawmakers Honor 'Conscience Of Rhode Island': Patch PM
Also: Coventry teacher given national award | Newport City Council extends traffic pattern test | more.
Welcome to Wednesday's edition of Patch PM. Here are today's latest headlines from around the Rhode Island Patch network.
Bill Honoring Celebrated RI Female Abolitionist Passes U.S. House
Rhode Island lawmakers are looking to rename a post office to honor the "Conscience of Rhode Island."
Western Coventry Elementary Teacher Receives National Award
Fifth grade science teacher Kerri Luchka was selected for a Presidential Award for Excellence in Science Teaching.
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Newport City Council Extends Traffic Pattern Test
The temporary traffic pattern was set to end on Oct. 15.
Mom Found Dead In RI House Fire; Son Dies After Bridge Jump In CT
A gruesome death and suicide involving a mother and son ended in Connecticut when the son jumped from the Q-Bridge in New Haven.
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