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Rhode Island Businesses Required To Accept Cash: Patch PM
Also: Newport man accused of hammer assault | Gas prices rise in Rhode Island | Where to cool off in local pools and water parks.
Welcome to Monday's Patch PM. Before you head out to enjoy this summer afternoon, check out the latest headline from around the Rhode Island Patch network.
Cashless Business Ban Becomes Rhode Island Law
Governor Gina Raimondo signed the bill that requires all Rhode Island businesses to accept cash, making it Rhode Island law.
Newport Man Charged In Hammer Assault: Police
Luis Viruet was arrested after police said he attacked a woman's boyfriend.
Find out what's happening in Newportfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Rhode Island Gas Prices See First Increase Since May
Rhode Island's average gas price jumped three cents this week, the first increase in two months.
Where To Cool Off In Cranston, Warwick and Providence This Summer
From public pools to water parks, here's where you can get your feet wet and beat the summer heat.
Find out what's happening in Newportfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
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