Newport Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

The unemployment rate in Newport County decreased recently.

Rhode Island Ahead Of Biden's Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Newport area is doing in the race to vaccinate its population.

Whitehouse, Beach Club Decry Allegations Of 'Whites-Only' Policy

Bailey's Beach Club "has no such restrictive policy," Whitehouse's Office said in a statement.

How Much Newport Gets In Federal COVID-19 Relief

The federal American Rescue Plan included a total of $560 million for Rhode Island's 39 cities and towns.

Rhode Island's Coronavirus News Briefings End | Patch PM

Also: Employer accused of "willfully" exposing workers to COVID-19 | more.

Unemployment Decreases In Newport Area: Feds

There are a record number of job openings in the U.S. labor market; Newport County's unemployment rate decreased recently.

Newport City Hall, Offices Are Once Again Open To The Public

Masks continue to be required for entry to City Offices.

Pres. Joe Biden Lands In Rhode Island | Patch PM

Also: Gender-neutral bathroom bill passes RI House | Share your special moments with Patch announcements | more.

The Digital Divide: How Wide In Newport Area?

U.S. shows great variance in access and use of high-speed internet.

RI Welcomes Vice President Kamala Harris | Patch PM

Also: Dunkin' to offer free coffee to health care workers | Green Animals plant sale returns this month | more.

RI Clings To 2nd House Seat Following 2020 Census: Patch PM

Also: Gas prices continue to climb | RI man shot in Los Angeles | more.

Rhode Island Bans Income-Based housing Discrimination | Patch PM

Also: Vaccination rates in Rhode Island | Foster planning board calls for wind turbine ban.

Rhode Island Governor Signs 'Act On Climate' Into Law

The law updates the state's carbon emissions reduction standards to reach net-zero by 2050.

RI's 'Act On Climate' Headed To Governor's Desk | Patch PM

Also: Newport's daffodil scavenger hunt underway | Providence receives mask donation | more.

Federal Taxes In Newport County: How Do Yours Compare?

Compare your federal tax payments and refunds to state and national averages.

Senate Approves Bill To Criminalize Leaving A Child In A Vehicle

The bill would allow police to charge a person with cruelty to or neglect of a child if they are left unattended in a vehicle.

Newport Names New Harbormaster

Stephen Land previously served as the harbormaster on Block Island.

RI Lawmakers Take Up Gun Reform Bills | Patch PM

Also: Spectators allowed at youth sports games | RI's state of emergency could end this summer | more.

RI Senate Oks Bill Outlining, Enforcing Climate Reduction Goals

The bill calls for the state to reach net-zero emissions by 2050.

RI Ushers In The Age Of Governor McKee | Patch PM

Also: Delta resumes service at T.F. Green Airport | Coronavirus test site closes at Roger Williams Park Zoo | more.

How Newport Voted In The March 2 Special Election

All seven of the statewide budget questions were approved by Rhode Island voters.

Raimondo Confirmation Could Come Next Week | Patch PM

Also: Rhode Island U.S. Attorney to step down | Mr. Potato Head rebrands.

RI Considers Crackdown On Wage Theft, Labor Violations | Patch PM

Also: DMV suspends vanity plates following court ruling | Lifespan, CNE to mergre | more.

Early In-Person Voting In Newport For March 2 Special Election

Voters can vote early at their town or city hall until March 1.

Meet Rhode Island's Lt. Governor Applicants: Patch PM

Also: East Bay's best sledding spots | Coronavirus numbers continue to improve | more.

Raimondo, McKee Missing From Coronavirus Briefing: Patch PM

Also: Newport considering second St. Patty's parade reschedule | Rhode Island sees lowest daily coronavirus rate in months | more.

New Law Would Streamline Marriage Officiant Authorization

Under current Rhode Island law, only the General Assembly has the ability to authorize a person to solemnize a marriage.

Rhode Island Leaders Welcome Biden, Harris Administration

"The work begins immediately to make significant progress on the issues that matter to Rhode Islanders," said Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse.

Rhode Island Communities Receive $223K For Special Election

The funds are the remainder of the grant Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea received ahead of the general election in November.

What To Know About the March 2 Special Election In Newport

There are seven budget questions on the ballot for Rhode Island voters.

RI Lawmakers Consider Resolution Condemning Trump: Patch PM

Also: North Kingstown playground closing for construction | Newport's most popular books of 2020 | more.

RI Lawmaker Criticized For Attending Capitol Protest: Patch PM

Also: Rapid coronavirus tests available of T.F. Green Airport | What to know about March 2 election | more.

What To Know About Rhode Island's March 2 Special Election

There are seven budget questions on the ballot for Rhode Island voters.

Raimondo Again A Candidate For Biden Administration: Patch PM

Also: One new law went into effect Jan. 1 | Cranston police officer injured in ATV incident | more.

RI's 2021 State Budget Takes Shape | Patch PM

Also: RI's coronavirus numbers see some improvement | Central Falls man accused of murder | more.

RI Supreme Court Nominees Break Barriers | Patch PM

Also: Supporting local businesses | Toys For Tots locations in Rhode Island | more.

RI Governor Considered For Biden's HHS Secretary | Patch PM

Also: Lawmakers call for better coronavirus test access | National Grid criticized for frequent outages | more.

Kent County Residents See Major Spike In Water Bills | Patch PM

Also: RI prepares for coronavirus vaccine | Health care workers needed to staff overflow hospital | more.

Which State Has The Longest Name Now?

With the loss of "Providence Plantations," Rhode Island gave up its top spot.

Election Results: How Newport Voted

Here's a look at how voters cast their ballots in the presidential and local races.