Rhode Island Computer Museum Celebrates New Location In North Kingstown

"This milestone represents their commitment to the community," the North Kingstown Chamber of Commerce said.

Middle Schoolers needed for NK Youth Commision

Make a change with initiatives that are important to you!

Child Care Costs Eat Up More Of Washington County Parents’ Income

In 2022, families in Washington County spent about $16,069 in child care costs.

Winter Anglers Rejoice: State Stocking North Kingstown Lake With Fish

Rainbow trout and Sebago Atlantic salmon will be stocked at Silver Spring Lake in North Kingstown.

North Kingstown Beach Playground To Close For Construction

The playground will close for the rest of the winter beginning Monday, Jan. 18.

5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

Poetry & Art Workshop for Children - Learn, Create, Write & Draw!

A fun and imaginative way to spend Presidents Day!

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

North Kingstown Jaguars PeeWee Football Win the PreTeen Superbowl

Jaguars shut out the Seahawks 26-0 and go undefeated for the season.

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.

Heat Related Early Dismissal For All North Kingstown Schools

On Wednesday, September 5th and Thursday, September 6th​​

Ocean State Soccer - Spring Season - Ages 3 - 19 - Sign-up Today!

Be part of the best soccer program in the state!

Blakely Interior Design Brings Children's Charity to RI

Savvy Giving by Design Rhode Island opens nominations for a free bedroom transformation to provide comfort, support and healing

Photos: Air Force One Replica Boarding At Quonset

The replica of the presidential plane is on display before it starts a national tour.

North Kingstown Fourth Of July Fireworks 2017

Here's what you need to know about the Fourth of July fireworks in North Kingstown.

Spring Fair Celebration and Opening Day at the Gilbert Stuart Museum

The Gilbert Stuart Birthplace and Museum is holding a Spring Fair. The museum is at 815 Gilbert Stuart Road, Saunderstown, 02874.

A Children's Book Drive Collects Books for the Police and Fire Departments

Books to the Rescue will allow police and firefighters to hand children a book during a crisis and make the situation not so scary.

Horse Play Festival Set for Sunday

Meet and Greet the Horses and bring a can of non-perishable food for a needy family.

Family Seining & Campfire at Third Beach

This Friday, join us for a special family program full of beach exploration and ending with a picnic & campfire!

Beachcomber Summer Kickoff

Join NBS to check out what’s happening at the sea shore during the summertime!

DCYF Making Progress, but Work Remains, Officials Say

Officials from the agency gave lawmakers an update on their efforts to implement the 20 recommendations a Senate task force issued in Jan.

NBS Behind the Scenes: Rabbit Edition

Don’t miss this wrap-up installment of our popular behind the scenes tour of the NBS animal care facility.

West Bay Kids Love Their Outlast Blocks From Community Playthings

Outlast Blocks from Community Playthings are a huge hit with our Preschool & PreK kids.

Students Welcome Grandparents at Annual Grandparents Day

Nearly 200 grandparents joined us last Friday for West Bay Christian Academy's 7th Annual Grandparents Day.

Restaurants Needed to Sign up For Dining Out for Life

The 11th annual Dining Out for Life event needs more restaurants to sign up. The event takes place on April 30 this year.

Special Olympics State Winter Games this Saturday

Come on down to Yawgoo Valley Ski area in Exeter to cheer the athletes on!

Help Children Play

Help a local North Kingstown 4th grader in his quest to better the school day for kids in Providence.

Free Christmas Cabaret and Dinner at Living Hope

You and your family are invited to our FREE Christmas Cabaret and Dinner at Living Hope Christian Church in North Kingstown!

NK Man Wins $35,000 with Lottery Ticket

11 Years After 'Heaven,' What Life is Like for the Burpo Family

The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.

Saunderstown's Bankston Lands $5,000 Scholarship for Local, Global Community Service

NEIT Student and Saunderstown resident Bevin Bankston has worked on mission trips to Mexico, Turkey and Tennessee along with community service projects here in Rhode Island.

24 Amazing Ways Residents Inspire Their Communities

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

NK's Christiana Laymon Earns Medal for French Studies

A student at Bay View Academy, Layman studied four years of French under the direction of Upper School World Language teacher Kathleen DePasquale.

NK's Powell Recognized for Outstanding Conservation Work

North Kingstown's Harriet Powell, also the president of the Rhode Island Resource Conservation and Development Council, was named "Outstanding Council Member of the Year" by a national council.

Everyday Inspirations: Incredible Ways People Give Back Locally

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

Wickford Businesses Launch 3rd Annual Fundraiser to Benefit NK Food Pantry

The fundraiser, which will last through the month of August, is intended to give the food pantry a boost to help them serve the town's families who rely on it to keep food on the table and replace meals children normally get during the school day.

Wickford Man Collects $3,000 Every Year in Save the Bay Swim

Johnson will be swimming with the SWIM R.I. Team created by Doug Sayles, fifth-year swimmer who also runs the masters program in Newport.

NK Resident Wins Voice of Defense Bar Scholarship

This is a national award which required an extensive application, including an essay detailing her analysis of the current proposed amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure.

$2 Million PowerBall Ticket Sold in NK

The ticket matched all five numbers but not the PowerBall in Saturday's $80 million drawing.

Two NK Students Win FRA Essay Awards

Congrats are in order for Braeden Wilson and Kayla Albin, two North Kingstown High School Students who were selected as winners in the Fleet Reserve Association's nationwide Americanism Essay Contest for 2014.

Each Week, this NK Student Finds Friendship through Volunteering

Abby Sawyer, a junior from North Kingstown who joined LaSalle’s “Best Buddies” program during her sophomore year, considers the opportunity a life-changing experience.

NK Army National Guard Specialist is Rhode Island's Soldier of the Year

“These eight soldiers serve as outstanding examples of the leadership excellence and deserve this recognition,” said LTC(R) Robert Galvanin, chapter president, Rhode Island Chapter of the Association of the United States Army.

90 Years Later, Civil War Vet Finally Gets a Gravestone

A ceremony on June 6 will honor the former prisoner of war and true American hero who for 90 years, had no gravestone in Elm Grove Cemetery in North Kingstown.