Portsmouth's Kateri Buerman Working To Build Inclusive Playground

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize these often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions in Portsmouth.

Tenant Accused Of Killing Landlord With Axe Indicted: PM Patch RI

Also: Food Truck Village returning for PVDFest; 1 Beach reopens after high bacteria counts clear; larceny at a small business; cool houses.

August Has 2 Supermoons, One A Blue Moon: When To Look Up In RI

The full sturgeon supermoon on Tuesday could wash out Delta Aquariid meteors, but the blue moon supermoon will rise after Perseids peak.

Don't Swim At These Beaches During The July 4 Weekend: PM Patch RI

Also: RI political figures react to Supreme Court's student loan decision; man dies in motorcycle crash; July 4 safety tips; homes for sale.

5 Rhode Island Beaches Closed To Swimming Due To High Bacteria Levels

See which beaches to avoid if you want to take a dip the weekend before July 4.

5 Planets Parade Across The Sky Saturday: When To See It In RI

Grab your binoculars to see the two dimmest planets. The night sky will put on a show on Saturday.

Fireflies Are Disappearing, And That Could Make RI Nights Less Magical

See what you can do to help keep the magic of firefly lights in Rhode Island's summer nights.

Fiery Antares Kisses The Full Strawberry Moon Over RI This Weekend

If you miss the full moon Saturday — it reaches peak illumination at 11:42 p.m. — don’t worry. This is what’s called a "full moon weekend."

Food Bank In Portsmouth Receives $15,000 Grant

The money will be used to serve the needs of food-insecure residents of Portsmouth and surrounding communities, food bank organizers said.

Tenant Kills Landlord With Axe, Police Say; More: PM Patch RI

Also: Shooting leaves three dead, including suspect; Coventry student one from RI to get DCU scholarship; cat found; "Click It or Ticket."

RI Police Agencies Participating in National Click It Or Ticket Effort

Rhode Island police will take a no-excuses approach to seat belt enforcement. In RI, the maximum penalty for a seat belt violation is $40.

Shark Themed License Plates Available In Ocean State: PM Patch RI

Also: New fire engine for Cranston Fire Department; teacher of the year nominations; felony shoplifting; weekend weather forecasts; more.

Shark Themed Charity License Plates Available In Rhode Island

The shark themed license plates can be ordered online​. They cost $42.50, and $20 from each plate benefits the Atlantic Shark Institute.

RI Police Chiefs Share Safety Tips For National 9-1-1 Education Month

According to the National Emergency Number Association (NENA), around 240 million calls are made to 911 each year in the United States.

Tick Bites Rising; 2 Dogs, 1 Woman Dead In Home Shooting: PM Patch RI

Also: Firefighters rescue driver from roll-over crash; $9 million home hits market; fun local events; solar eclipse 2024 preparation; more.

Ticks Bites Up In RI, Northeast, Sending More To The ER

So far in April, 109 of every 100,000 emergency room visits in the Northeast have been for treatment of a tick bite.

Woman Dies After Crashing Into Home; Get A Free Tree: RI Top Stories

See the top 10 most-read stories on RI Patch in the past week, including a woman dying after crashing into a how to get a free tree.

2 Crashes In 1 Town Within 1 Hour; Newport Flower Show: PM Patch RI

Also: Stop & Shop opens food pantry at local high school; DEA Drug Take-Back Day; beautiful homes hit the market; weekend events; more.

Woman Killed After Crashing Into House ID'd; Free Trees: PM Patch RI

Also: Full pink moon, meteor showers coming this week; luxury home on the water for sale; Rhode Island shooting range season is here; more.

Summer Electric Bills Will Be Up; Breezeway Air Comes To RI: PM Patch

Also: Man gets 18-year sentence for molesting child; outdoor dining extended; people moving out of three RI counties, moving to two; more.

RI Environmental Officials Setting Fires To Prevent Large Wildfires

In 2022, Rhode Island experienced more than 80 wildfires. Smaller planned fires could reduce that number in 2023, state officials said.

New Webpage For St. John's Lodge Food Bank Enables Online Donations

The page is also designed to keep the public informed about the latest developments at the food bank.

Giving to EBCAP on 401 Gives Helps Keep Kids Nourished

Funds raised benefit EBCAP's Newport Family & Child Opportunity Zone's Backpack Feeding Program - food for kids on weekends

'Drug Resistant' Bug, 3 RI Towns Among Best In U.S.: RI Top Stories

See the top 10 most-read stories on RI Patch in the past week, including "drug resistant" stomach bug beginning to surface locally and more.

Newport Car Museum Debuting 1958 MGA Twin Cam On Valentine's Day

Loved ones get free admission to the Newport Car Museum on Valentine's Day with the purchase of an adult ticket.

Food Bank In Portsmouth Gets $20K Donation From Middletown Church

The donation will help St. John’s Lodge Food Bank purchase and store food to help residents in Portsmouth and surrounding communities.

Here's Why Avery Was Shouted Out As A Portsmouth Star Student

We all know students who excel in academics, fine arts, or volunteer service. Here's one who is having an impact in Portsmouth.

Star Student: Gavin Excels At Helping Others In Portsmouth

We all know students who excel in academics, fine arts, or volunteer service. Here's one who is having an impact in Portsmouth.

Nasty Storm With Dangerous Winds, Pets, More: Portsmouth Top Stories

See the top 10 most-read stories on Portsmouth Patch in the past week, including last week's storm, pets up for adoption and more.

Star Students: Help Us Recognize Extraordinary Students In Portsmouth

Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to celebrate Star Students who make life better in Portsmouth with contributions big and small.

Noose Photo Threats; 911 System Goes Down: Portsmouth Top Stories

See what the top five most-read stories on Portsmouth Patch were this past week.

🌱 Portsmouth Daily: Everything Going On Today (Thu, Jan 5)

The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Portsmouth.

The Most-Read Stories On Patch In Portsmouth For 2022

In 2022, Portsmouth Patch has told some amazing stories, and these were the most read.

Can You Guess The Most-Read Story On Portsmouth Patch For 2022?

Was it a fire in frigid weather; a man accused of breaking into cars; a marina owner getting fiend after a massive fire, or something else?

East Bay Community Action Program Appoints New President & CEO

Rilwan K. Feyisitan, Jr. will assume leadership of the community action agency in January

Portsmouth Police Selling Pink Patches For Breast Cancer Awareness

All proceeds will go to a local breast cancer charity.

​Local Career Fair Offers Various Job Opportunities & Signing Bonuses

Career Fair set for October 19 in East Providence

Portsmouth Police Hosting 'Coffee With A Cop'

Here's when and where you can grab a cup of coffee with your local officers to discuss important issues in town.

2 RI Beaches Close For Swimming Because Of High Water Bacteria Levels

See which beaches to avoid swimming at in Rhode Island, at least to begin Labor Day weekend.

112 Fish Get Poached From RI Waters, Officials Issue Warning

Most of the poached fish were donated to the Amos House in Providence to help feed families in need.