Crime & Safety

Providence Man Hit, Killed On I-95 North: Patch PM

Also: RIPTA bus slides off snowy road | Healthsource RI holding enrollment events | more.

Welcome to Patch PM on this snowy Wednesday. Here's a look at today's top headlines across the Rhode Island Patch network.

Police ID Pedestrian Killed On I-95 North In Providence

Gregory Perez, 30, walked onto the highway around 2 a.m. wearing dark clothing and crossed three lanes before he was hit, police said.

RIPTA Bus Slides Off Snowy Road In Kingston

The bus got stuck at the top of a hill and was towed away, South Kingstown police said.

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'Gingerbread Express' Making A Stop At Rhode Island State House

Lawmakers and their staff are helping to provide gifts to needy children in Rhode Island this holiday season.

Christmas Decorations Missing From Johnston Learning Center

Creative Early Learning Center director said three 7-foot inflatable decorations were stolen off the center's lawn.

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