Across Rhode Island|News|
2026 RI Elections: Early, In-Person Voting Underway Across Ocean State
Voters can cast their ballots for the Nov. 3 election.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
- Across Rhode Island
Joseph Hosey was with Patch from 2010 to 2017 and returned in 2025. Hosey is a National Press Club John Aubuchon Press Freedom Award winner, was named the Northern Illinois University Journalist of the Year, was inducted into the Northern Illinois University Hall of Fame, and won Columnist of the Year awards from both the Illinois Associated Press and the Illinois Press Association. Hosey authored a book about the Drew Peterson case, "Fatal Vows: The Tragic Wives of Sergeant Drew Peterson," which was made into the record-setting Lifetime movie "Drew Peterson: Untouchable."
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Pawtucket, RI|News|
Pawtucket Man Charged With Assaulting Officers, Vandalizing School: Reports
He also reportedly slipped into a police cruiser parked outside the school, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Attleboro, MA|News|
RI Man Charged With Assaulting Attleboro Officers, Vandalizing School: Reports
He also reportedly slipped into a police cruiser parked outside the school, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
East Greenwich, RI|News|
Providence Man Charged With DUI: Cops
He was pulled over in East Greenwich, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Warwick, RI|News|
CT Man Charged With DUI In Warwick: Cops
He was pulled over on Greenwich Avenue, police said.
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Exeter, RI|News|
Bronx Man Pulled Over And Arrested In Exeter: Cops
He was charged with receiving stolen goods, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Richmond, RI|News|
Cranston Woman Charged With Reckless Driving: Cops
She was pulled over and arrested in Richmond, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Warwick, RI|News|
Providence Man Wanted On Gun Charges Nabbed: Warwick Cops
He was arrested during a traffic stop, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
2 Providence Cemetery Caretakers Slashed In Face
The two men were taken to Rhode Island Hospital.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
New Rhode Island Professional Football Team's Name, Logo, Colors Unveiled
The Breakers begin play this spring.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Mostly Sunny Week Ahead: Rhode Island Weather
There's a chance of rain one day in an otherwise sunny week.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
North Kingstown, RI|News|
Warwick Man Charged With DUI: Cops
He was pulled over and arrested in North Kingstown, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Warwick, RI|News|
Exeter Man Charged With Stealing Propane Tanks: Cops
He was arrested on a warrant, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Pawtucket, RI|News|
Pawtucket Man Wanted on MA Robbery Charge Nabbed: Cops
He was arrested during a traffic stop and brief foot pursuit, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Barrington, RI|News|
Massachusetts Woman Charged With Cyberstalking, Crank Or Obscene Calls: Cops
She was pulled over and arrested in Providence, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
Wanted Central Falls Man Jailed: Cops
He was pulled over and arrested in Providence, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
El Nino Forecast + Clam Recall + Housing Market Shift: RI Week In Review
Here are the top 10 most popular stories and posts from around Rhode Island Patch sites last week.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
North Providence, RI|News|
Johnston Man Talking On Phone While Driving Had Pistol Stashed Under Seat: Cops
He was also driving on a suspended license, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Rainy Start To Weekend Turns Sunny: Rhode Island Weather
The sun will come out in Rhode Island this weekend.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Rhode Island Winter Outlook Released By NOAA
A look at what Rhode Islanders can expect this winter in terms of snow and cold temps.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
