Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
The Ultimate Guide To July 4 Fireworks Celebrations In Massachusetts In 2026
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations of America's 250th anniversary in Massacusetts.
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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Rhode Island Strengthens Identity Fraud And Digital Deception Statutes
The new law will help combat digital scams.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
When To Buy Corn, Watermelon, Peaches And Other Summer Produce In MA
The company analyzed fresh produce orders from U.S. grocery retailers from 2023 to 2025.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
When To Buy Corn, Watermelon, Peaches And Other Summer Produce In RI
The company analyzed fresh produce orders from U.S. grocery retailers from 2023 to 2025.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Best Companies To Work For In RI: See Who Made U.S. News List
For the first time, U.S. News included public and private companies in a single release.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Rhode Island General Assembly Rescinds Pro-Slavery Amendment
The vote was unanimous.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Rare, Tick-Borne Virus Confirmed In Rhode Island
The rare virus put a man in the hospital, according to the Rhode Island Department of Health.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
North Kingstown, RI|News|
Motorcycle Man Charged With Eluding Law Tracked Down In North Kingstown: Cops
Troopers located and identified the motorcycle at General Dynamics Electric Boat in North Kingstown, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
Providence Man Charged With Failing To Appear For Reckless Driving Case Jailed
The Providence man was arrested in traffic court.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Central Falls, RI|News|
Central Falls Man Sentenced To 5 Years In Federal Prison For Fentanyl Distribution
The Central Falls man pleaded guilty in March.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
DOJ Sues Rhode Island And Massachusetts Over Undocumented Students Receiving In-State Tuition
The two states "unconstitutionally discriminate against U.S. citizens," the Department of Justice claims.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Rhode Island Women Hit It Big With Lottery Wins
A Portsmouth woman won $40,000 and a Cranston woman won $22,500.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
July 4 Hours In Massachusetts: Grocery And Hardware Stores, Banks, Malls
Because July 4 falls on Saturday this year, banking hours may vary on Friday for the Independence Day observance.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
July 4 Hours In Rhode Island: Grocery And Hardware Stores, Banks, Malls
Because July 4 falls on Saturday this year, banking hours may vary on Friday for the Independence Day observance.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Real Reason Taylor Swift Won't Get Married In Rhode Island: Reports
Taylor Swift had hoped to get married in Rhode Island but settled on New York instead, according to media reports.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Find Out How Hot It Will Get In Rhode Island
It's going to get dangerously hot in Rhode Island.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Pawtucket, RI|News|
2 Women, 1 Child Found Drowned In Vehicle Near Pawtucket Boat Ramp: Cops
The submerged vehicle was found after several hours of searching, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Smithfield, RI|News|
Stay Out Of Slack Reservoir, Rhode Island Agencies Again Caution
Slack reservoir is once again contaminated with harmful algae blooms, the state warned.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Mansfield, MA|News|
Attleboro Woman Charged With Murdering Her Newborn Baby 41-Years Ago
The newborn baby boy's body was found in the woods in Mansfield in January 1985, the district attorney's office said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
Pawtucket Woman Jailed On Charge Of Missing Court For Shoplifting Case: Cops
The Pawtucket woman was pulled over and arrested in Providence, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
