Police Collecting Toys For Kids This Holiday Season: Patch PM

Welcome to Monday's edition of Patch PM. Check out today's latest headlines from around the Rhode Island Patch network.

RI Police Departments Joining Forces For Annual Holiday Toy Drive

There's still time to donate to this year's Kids, Cops and Christmas project.

Dec. 17 Storm: Parking Bans In Place Across Rhode Island

Nearly half a dozen cities and towns have parking bans in place ahead of forecasted snow, sleet and freezing rain.

Santa Claus To Make Stops In Coventry This Week

Here's where to find the jolly little fellow with the long white beard in Coventry this week.

Weekend Crash Knocks Over Pole In Portsmouth

A pole was knocked over in a single-car crash at the intersection of West Main Road and Bristol Ferry Road, firefighters said.