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Rhode Island Is The U.S.'s Least Violent State: Patch PM
Also: Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing | Newport folk festival returns July 26 | Utility companies required to fix roads
Welcome to Thursday's edition of Patch PM. Here are the latest headlines from around the Rhode Island Patch network.
Rhode Island Named Most Peaceful State In The U.S.
Lousiana came in last, named the most violent state by USA Today.
Celebrate The 50th Anniversary Of The Moon Landing In Warwick
July 20 marks the 50th anniversary of the first man to walk on the moon.
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Sold Out Newport Folk Festival Returns July 26-28
Here's what you need to know for this year's Newport Folk Festival.
New Law Requires National Grid, Utility Companies To Fix Roads
The law is aimed at addressing the state's "tapestry of potholes and patch jobs."
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