Rhode Island AG Sues Country Club Over Seawall

The attorney general's office called the seawall "illegal."

Sheehan: A Sludge Plant Delayed Is Not Yet Dead

Former state Sen. James C. Sheehan penned this opinion piece.

4 Jan. 6 Defendants From RI Pardoned In Trump’s First Official Act

The pardons of more than 1,500 people marked the first official act from President Trump.

North Kingstown Fire Chief Scott Kettelle Retiring

Fire Chief Scott Kettelle will retire 35 years after joining the North Kingstown Fire Department as a volunteer firefighter.

RI State Police Break Ground On New Public Safety Complex

The new facility in West Greenwich will replace the Wickford and Hope Valley barracks, serving as a hub for state police in southern RI.

North Kingstown Police Chief Retires After 35 Years On The Force

The North Kingstown Police Department recognizes Police Chief Patrick Flanagan for helping the department reach state accreditation.

RI Air National Guard Breaks Ground On New HQ In North Kingstown

Features of the new building will include a medical facility, a 10,000-square-foot dining hall, and new technology for emergency command.

6 Of 7 RI Districts Approve Bonds For School Replacements, Repairs

North Kingstown is the only school district with the majority of its voters rejecting its school bond. It also happened to be the priciest.

Exeter at a Crossroad

A new Town Hall is possible with appropriate fiscal management.

Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Tax Exemption is Flawed

CEA Ordinance Amendment is Good for RI Grows, LLC & Bad for Exeter Taxpayers

North Kingstown Marina Receives $1,000 Grant To Pump Sewage From Water

Eight federal grants were given to state marinas to help keep coastal waters across Rhode Island clean.

Chair Named For RI Energy Efficiency & Resource Management Council

North Kingstown-based Ocean State Job Lot's Harry Oakley will serve in the role.

125 Acres of North Kingstown Forest Get Permanent Protection

The Rhode Island Department of Environmental received a $1.25 million federal grant to purchase the D'Ambra property.

RI Air National Guard Getting A New Headquarters In North Kingstown

U.S. Sen. Jack Reed (D-RI) said he helped secure $46 million in federal funding, which will be used to replace the 81-year-old headquarters.

North Kingstown Election Results: Dems Projected To Sweep State Races

North Kingstown also elected five town councilors and two members to the school committee.

North Kingstown 2022 Voting Guide: Candidates, Questions, How To Vote

See who will be on the ballot in North Kingstown for state house and senate races, as well as key voting information.

RI Election 2022: Early Voting Begins In North Kingstown

See where and when you can vote early in North Kingstown in the 2022 election.

North Kingstown Police Awarded $359K Grant To Purchase Body Cameras

With the grant, North Kingstown police will purchase 41 body cameras, a spokesperson for Attorney General Peter Neronha's office said.

Casimiro, Craven Win Democratic Primaries For State Rep. Seats

Incumbent Rep. Julie Casimiro will face off against Republican Lisa Leavitt in the general election.

North Kingstown Receives $361K Federal Grant For Fire Department

North Kingstown was one of seven Rhode Island towns to receive federal funding in this round of grants.

RI Primary Election 2022: Deadlines, Voting Details In North Kingstown

Patch has all the information you need for casting your ballot this election season. Here's what to know.

North Kingstown's Melissa Devine Running For State Rep.

Melissa Devine said she wants to focus on gun legislation, environmental issues, protection of women's rights and affordable elder care.

Gov. McKee Cuts Ribbon For Modernized Pier At Quonset Port

The $83.1 million expansion and modernization will bring more shipping and jobs to Rhode Island, Gov. Dan McKee said.

RI Property Tax Policy Harmful To Low Income Families: Report

Rhode Island homeowners pay the eighth-highest amount of property taxes in the U.S., and some tax experts called the policy "regressive."

North Kingstown-Area Unemployment Still Low: Latest Figures

The Washington County unemployment rate remained steady, according to the newest figures.

North Kingstown-Area Unemployment Rate Decreases: New Update

The Washington County unemployment rate improved somewhat, according to the newest figures.

North Kingstown-Area Unemployment Rate Improves In September: Feds

The Washington County unemployment rate improved somewhat as fall approached.

North Kingstown-Area Unemployment Rate Worsens: Latest Data

The Washington County unemployment rate worsened slightly during the late summer.

Rental Arrears Up In Washington County: Analysis

Many in the North Kingstown area behind on rent, despite billions rental aid dollars being available nationally.

North Kingstown-Area Unemployment Rate Decreased In July: Feds

The Washington County unemployment rate improved somewhat during the summer.

RI Insulin Prices Capped With Gov. McKee's Bill

Gov. Dan McKee also signed another bill that ensures Rhode Island pharmacies offer customers the most affordable prescriptions possible.

McKee Signs Bill Protecting Restaurants From 3rd Party Deliveries

Third-party delivery services like Grubhub​ can no longer list a Rhode Island restaurant on their website without the owner's permission.

Gov. McKee, Gorbea Clash Over Mask Mandate In Schools

"In failing to call for a mask mandate in our schools, Governor McKee is putting our kids and educators at risk." Nellie Gorbea said.

North Kingstown-Area Unemployment Rate Increased In June: Feds

But national figures point to a rebound when local data for July becomes available next month.

Washington County Coronavirus Transmission 'Substantial': CDC

The CDC recommends indoor public mask use for vaccinated and unvaccinated North Kingstown residents.

RI Gov. McKee Won't 'Pull The Alarm' Amid COVID-19 Case Increases

McKee cautioned this doesn't mean Rhode Island is out of the woods for taking a step back and said vaccination rates still must improve.

'A Time Bomb Ticking': See Rental Arrears In Washington County

Many in the North Kingstown area behind on rent. A national eviction moratorium is set to expire Saturday.

Unemployment Rate Improves In North Kingstown Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in Washington County decreased recently.

Rhode Island Ahead Of Biden's Vaccine Goal

This is how the North Kingstown area compares to Rhode Island for coronavirus vaccinations.

North Kingstown Town Council Returns To In-Person Meetings

The first meeting agenda includeddiscussing building needs, making appointments to town boards, and recognizing the work of the town clerk.