Across Rhode Island|News|
Sunny Skies And Then Rain: Rhode Island Weather
There is a chance of showers before the weekend starts.
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|
Here's How Much Snow RI Can Expect This Winter, Old Farmer's Almanac Predictions Say
Overall, the El Niño climate pattern is expected to keep temperatures on the mild side.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
Rhode Island Among The More Convenient States To Drive Electric Vehicles: Study
The top four states were all in New England, and the fifth and sixth were in the top 14.
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West Greenwich, RI|News|
Charlestown Man Charged With Obstructing Officer: Cops
He was arrested during a traffic stop, police said.
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West Greenwich, RI|News|
Woonsocket Man Charged With Driving On Suspended License: Cops
He was pulled over and arrested in West Greenwich, police said.
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West Warwick, RI|News|
Pawtucket Woman Charged With DUI: Cops
She was pulled over in West Warwick, police said.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
This MA Children’s Hospital Among The Best In The Country
U.S. News & World Report recognized 90 children's hospitals in 34 states and Washington, D.C.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
This RI Children’s Hospital Among The Best In The Country
U.S. News & World Report recognized 90 children’s hospitals in 34 states and Washington, D.C.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Fall 2026 Concerts We’re Most Excited To See In Massachusetts
We’ve rounded up seven concerts in Massachusetts that are worth getting on the calendar.
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Providence, RI|News|
MA Man Wanted On Bad Check Charge Nabbed In Providence: Cops
The Fall River resident was pulled over and arrested on Route 6, police said.
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Framingham, MA|News|
Framingham Man Charged With Dragging Dog While Driving Truck: Reports
The pit bull mix was reportedly dragged for about 10 minutes.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
Sunny Days: Rhode Island Weather
Expect some rain later in the week.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
Spirit Halloween Opens 3 Stores In RI: Here's Where
While spooky season is still a month away, some of the nation's most popular Halloween stores are already open.
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Barnstable-Hyannis, MA|News|
Barnstable Police Officer Struck By Intoxicated Driver Outside ZZ Top Show: Cops
An Osterville man was charged with driving under the influence, police said.
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Scituate, RI|News|
North Scituate Man Charged With Making Crank And Obscene Phone Calls: Cops
He was located and arrested in his home, police said.
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Pawtucket, RI|News|
Pawtucket Man Charged With Stealing More Than $10K In Property: Cops
He was also charge with accessing a computer for fraudulent purposes, police said.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
What RI Lawmakers Are Saying About $5K ‘Trump Dividends’
Trump has pledged the $5,000 payments only if Republicans maintain control of Congress in the Nov. 3 election.
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Warwick, RI|News|
Warwick Man Charged With Stealing $4K E-Bike: Cops
He was on probation at the time of his arrest, police said.
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Cranston, RI|News|
New Yorkers Charged With Stealing Used Cooking Oil From Cranston Restaurant: Cops
The two men from the Bronx were stopped as they left PJ’s Pub on Pontiac Avenue early Friday morning, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Stay Out Of North Portsmouth's Lower Melville Pond: State
Lower Melville Pond is infected with dangerous algae, the state warned.
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