U.K. Coronavirus Variant Found In RI: How To Stay Safe | Patch PM

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U.K. Coronavirus Variant Found In RI: How To Stay Safe

Rhode Islanders are encouraged to upgrade to high-quality masks to keep themselves safe.

Smithfield To Hold Equality Forum In Response To Racist Graffiti

The virtual Town Forum on Race and Equality will take place Wednesday, Feb. 17 at 6 p.m.

Opinion: Residents Should Speak Out About Medical Waste Facility

"Residents in the area are concerned, scared, even outraged that they have had very little say in this process," Rep. Patricia Serpa said.

RI's New Coronavirus Hospitalizations Back Within Safe Range

For the first time in months, less than 210 people were hospitalized with COVID-19 in the past week.