Vidal Roquez, 39, of Providence, admits he defrauded more than 13 seniors in a "grandparent scam."
The winner told RI lottery officials she played the numbers her late grandmother used to play and will use the money for student loans.
Tiverton police say digital screens for several fuel pumps were vandalized at American Dream Gas at 400 Main Road.
As part of the assessment, police employees and community members are invited to offer comments about Tiverton police over the phone.
An early start to spring in many parts of the country means the annual hunt in the woods for morels, among the most desired wild mushrooms.
Tiverton police say Coach Adam Hayes, 42, of Peabody, Mass., assaulted a teen player after a fight between players at the end of the game.
William Stewart, 22, admits he convinced a 13-year-old Pennsylvania girl to travel with him to Rhode Island to engage in sex acts.
Rhode Island residents are not living in the path of totality. But we won't miss out on the celestial sensation, either.
The Tiverton Police Department is sponsoring a rabies clinic for cats, dogs, and ferrets. The cost is $10.
Tiverton police say there have been an alarming number of reported scams recently, and most of them have targeted elderly residents.
Tiverton's Amelia Riveire was one of just four girl scouts from southeastern New England selected for this United Nations commission.
Income eligible people ages 55+ are needed to help in local schools, Head Start sites, YMCAs, and libraries
East Bay Community Action Program’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program has appointments available in Bristol and Riverside
Also: A warmer than usual spring likely; another bridge closes; two charged with tampering with thousands of gift cards; $100k lottery win.
Police say the car struck a large rock, causing it to go airborne. The car rolled over several times, traveling 370 feet and caught fire.
Listed just under $1.6 million, 23 Little Harbor Road in Tiverton, Rhode Island, is part of a private association with just five homes.
Tiverton school Superintendent Peter Sanchioni says the district is distributing the testing kits because of a recent uptick in COVID cases.
Also: Church fire under investigation for arson; tractor-trailer carrying gasoline catches fire; serious snowstorm with 50 mph gusts coming.
Trash pickup will also be delayed a day in Tiverton, because of an expected winter storm that could drop several inches of snow.
According to the National Weather Service, Little Compton could get up to 8 inches of snow.
Little Compton fire officials say crews were able to save two of the family's dogs, but the other died.
Joao Morais, 71, will serve 10 years in prison for molesting a girl at a home in Tiverton sometime between Feb. 23, 2022, and Aug. 28, 2023.
If you want someone else to make the snacks or serve beer, several sports bars in Tiverton and Little Compton are primed for the handoff.
Abutting Simmons Pond conservation land, this home is a paradise for fishermen, dog owners, and hikers.
With the holidays over, here's what to do with your real Christmas tree.
The driver was airlifted to Rhode Island Hospital and was in critical condition as of Monday, according to Tiverton police.
Whether you want to get outside or celebrate with a glass of champagne — maybe both — there are plenty of options in Tiverton-L. Compton.
Police Chief Patrick Jones says the department purchased two drones, which have already been used to help stop a fleeing suspect.
Alexander Farias, 30, was sentenced to five years in prison after driving under the influence of drugs in a crash that killed a Mass. man.
Here is where to go if you want a holiday off from cooking at home.
East Bay Community Action Program will provide training for volunteers who want to help low-income tax filers.
Little Compton Fiscal Clerk, who also serves as a part-time police dispatcher, admitted she misappropriated a residents' taxes, police say.
Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to help you compile a list of lights around Tiverton and Little Compton that deserve a drive-by.
For kids and families, there's nothing quite like seeing jolly old St. Nick live and in person.
Here are the Top 10 most popular stories and posts from around Rhode Island Patch sites last week.
The U.S. News list includes data on more than 79,000 public elementary and middle schools nationwide. See the top 10 in Rhode Island.
Police launched Operation: Blue Santa and Santa for Seniors to help families and seniors this holiday season. See how to help.
See where you can catch rainbow trout, brook trout, and Sebago Atlantic salmon in Rhode Island during the Veterans Day weekend.
Also: Woman accused of biting cop; dog found abandoned; RI named one of the top 10 safest states; man shot by police released from hospital.