Providence Lowers Gathering Limit To 5 | Patch PM

Welcome to Tuesday's edition of Patch PM. Here's a look at today's top stories.

New Coronavirus Restrictions In Providence, Gatherings Down To 5

"It is time that we do more to protect our community," Mayor Jorge Elorza said.

RI Governor's Weekly News Conferences Moved To Thursdays

Gov. Gina Raimondo will address the public each week at 1 p.m. on Thursdays going forward, instead of Wednesdays.

Rhode Island's Weekly Coronavirus Rate Exceeds 5 Percent

All three of the state's weekly data trends have exceeded safe thresholds.