Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
5 Can’t-Miss Events In Massachusetts In May, Including Mother's Day Brunches
It's hard not to find something to do in Massachusetts.
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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Across Rhode Island|News|
5 Can’t-Miss Events In Rhode Island In May, Including Learning About Pirates
It's hard not to find something to do in Rhode Island.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
North Kingstown, RI|News|
Pawtucket Man Hospitalized After Crash, Then Arrested On DUI Charge: Cops
The Pawtucket man was arrested following a crash in North Kingstown, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Lincoln, RI|News|
Rhode Island State Police Arrest 2 On Street Racing Charges
One man was arrested during a Lincoln traffic stop and the other at his Cumberland home, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
East Providence, RI|News|
Former East Providence Bank Employee Pleads To Stealing $125K From Customer With Dementia
The former Santander bank employee accessed the 78-year-old customer's accounts to steal the money.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
Boston-Based Restaurant Group Owes Nearly $400K In Unpaid Taxes: Reports
The restaurant group was hit with a federal tax lien, according to media reports.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
East Greenwich, RI|News|
East Greenwich Woman Imprisoned For Stolen Valor Denied Early Release
The one-time commander of the North Kingstown VFW posed as a cancer-stricken marine to steal $250,000 from charities and veteran services.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
PETA Supports Rhode Island Ban On Exotic Lizard
A reptile group opposes the proposed ban and has encouraged an email campaign.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Wellesley, MA|News|
Massachusetts Mom Charged With Killing Kids Appearing In Court Wednesday
The Wellesley mother will be arraigned on charges of first-degree murder in connection with the killings of her son and daughter.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Chelmsford, MA|News|
Lowell Blaze Spreads To Numerous Buildings: Reports
The fire spread to a half dozen buildings, according to reports.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
19 MA Hospitals Earn ‘A’ Grades In New Hospital Safety Ranking
The Leapfrog Group's Spring 2026 Hospital Safety Grades are a biannual ranking.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
3 Rhode Island Hospitals Earn ‘A’ Grades In New Hospital Safety Ranking
The Leapfrog Group’s Spring 2026 Hospital Safety Grades are a biannual ranking.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Chelmsford, MA|News|
Firefighters Battle Blaze In Lowell: Reports
The house was engulfed in flames, according to reports.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Richmond, RI|News|
Richmond Man Wanted On Vandalism Charge Nabbed: Cops
The charge stemmed from a Rhode Island State Police Gaming Enforcement Unit investigation, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Reptile Group Fighting Proposed Rhode Island Ban On Exotic Lizards
One of the lizards in question was found nearly frozen to death in a snowed over Providence driveway in January.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Natick, MA|News|
Shelter-In-Place At Soldier Systems Center Natick Lifted
The Department of Defense installation issued the order Tuesday morning.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
5 Restaurants In Rhode Island Taking Mother’s Day Reservations
Behind flowers and greeting cards, a meal out is the third-most popular way to celebrate the holiday.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Pizza Hut Summer Reading Program 'Book It!' Is Back In Massachusetts
The program runs from June 1 through Aug. 31.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Pizza Hut Summer Reading Program 'Book It!' Is Back In Rhode Island
The program runs from June 1 through Aug. 31.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Sinking Barge Grounded Off Narragansett Refloated But Danger Remains: USCG
The Coast Guard warned boaters to avoid the area.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
