Newport, RI|News|
Rhode Island Is First In The U.S. For Fully-Vaxxed Residents
80 percent of all Rhode Islanders are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Rhode Island COVID-19 Vaccine Information
This page features Patch stories about the rollout of the coronavirus vaccines in Rhode Island, including information about how and where to get them.
Cranston, RI|News|
Nurses Union Urges Rhode Islanders To Get Vaccinated
The United Nurses and Allied Professionals said that getting vaccinated will reduce the intense pressure on hospitals.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
New COVID-19 Booster Recommendations In Rhode Island
Pfizer recipients can now get a booster after five months, and booster doses are now encouraged for certain younger children, as well.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Pfizer Boosters For Kids 12-15: What RI Parents Need To Know
The Food and Drug Administration authorization moves boosters for Rhode Island children ages 12-15 a step closer.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
More COVID-19 Testing Available in RI Ahead Of Holidays
Rapid tests will be available to asymptomatic residents at several state-run sites, and a new test site opened in Cranston.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
Brown University Requires COVID-19 Boosters For Students, Staff
Eligible students and staff must get a booster shot by the first day of classes in the new term.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
COVID-19 Boosters Approved For 16, 17-Year-Olds In Rhode Island
Pfizer booster shots are available to older teens who received their Pfizer doses at least six months ago, or two months after the J&J.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
RI To Close Remaining Large, State-Run COVID-19 Vaccine Sites
The Department of Health will wind down operations at the East Providence and Cranston sites by the end of the year.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
'Everyone Is At Higher Risk': COVID-19 Boosters Open To 18+ In RI
With cases numbers climbing in the state and winter fast approaching, all adults can get a booster shot, if 6 months have passed.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
COVID-19 Vaccines Available For Kids Aged 5 To 11 In Rhode Island
The two-dose Pfizer vaccine was approved for younger children.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Rhode Island Reaches 90% COVID-19 Vaccine Milestone In Adults
Rhode Island is now second in the nation when it comes to the percent of the population that is fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
Moderna, J&J COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters Available In Rhode Island
COVID-19 booster shots are now available to more Rhode Islanders.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
Pfizer Booster Shots Available To Eligible Rhode Islanders
Following approval from the Food and Drug Administration, certain high-risk and older Rhode Islanders can get a third dose of the vaccine.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
700K Rhode Islanders Are Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19
About two thirds of Rhode Island's entire population is now fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
When RI Could See COVID-19 Vaccines For Kids Under 12
State leaders are "watching closely" and will launch the vaccine effort as soon as approval comes from the federal government.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
Following Pfizer FDA Approval, RI Leaders Renew Vaccine Calls
"To anyone who was on the fence, the science is crystal clear," Gov. Dan McKee said. "These vaccines are safe, and they are very effective."
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
203k Rhode Islanders Have 'Unknown' COVID-19 Vaccine Status
The state is a stone's throw away from at least partially vaccinating 80 percent of eligible residents.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
How Washington County's COVID-19 Vaccine Numbers Measure Up
Statewide, 78.9 percent of Rhode Islanders have received at least one dose of the coronavirus vaccine.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
How Providence County's COVID-19 Vaccine Numbers Measure Up
Statewide, 78.9 percent of Rhode Islanders have received at least one dose of the coronavirus vaccine.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
How Newport County's COVID-19 Vaccine Numbers Measure Up
Statewide, 78.9 percent of Rhode Islanders have received at least one dose of the coronavirus vaccine. Here's how Newport County compares.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
How Kent County's COVID-19 Vaccine Numbers Measure Up
Statewide, 78.9 percent of Rhode Islanders have received at least one dose of the coronavirus vaccine. Here's how Kent County compares.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
How Bristol County's COVID-19 Vaccine Numbers Measure Up
Statewide, 78.9 percent of Rhode Islanders have received at least one dose of the coronavirus vaccine. Here's how Bristol County compares.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Should Fully Vaccinated Rhode Islanders Wear A Mask? Probably.
The CDC called for mask-wearing in counties or states with "high" or "substantial" COVID-19 transmission. That includes the Ocean State.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
Vaccine And A Coffee: COVID-19 Clinics At Dunkin' This Week
Three Dunkin' locations will offer COVID-19 vaccines Wednesday. Appointments are encouraged by not required.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
RI Becomes 1st State To Require COVID-19 Vaccines At All Colleges
All colleges and universities in Rhode Island will require students to get their COVID-19 vaccine before coming back to school in the fall.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
COVID-19 Vaccines Available At Newport City Hall This Week
While supplies last, anyone who gets vaccinated will receive a $100 gift card to Stop and Shop.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Walk-Up COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics Coming To Point Judith
The free, walk-up clinics will be held at the Town Dock on Tuesday and Wednesday, from noon to 4 p.m.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
Pop-Up Vaccine Clinics Coming To Navigant Credit Union Branches
Seven bank branches across Rhode Island will host vaccine clinics over the coming weeks.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Drive-Through COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Coming To Wickford Station
The clinic will run from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays, starting this week.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Free COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic At RI State Beach This Weekend
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management will hold a vaccine clinic at Misquamicut State Beach on Saturday.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
RI To Start 'Winding Down' Mass Coronavirus Vaccination Sites
The transition is part of the state's shift to more a community-based vaccination strategy.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
Rhode Island Marks 1 Million Coronavirus Vaccine Doses
The Ocean State has administered the equivalent of one dose per person in the state.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments Available For RIers Aged 12-15
Younger teens in Rhode Island can now get a Pfizer coronavirus vaccine.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Portsmouth High School Sponsoring Coronavirus Vaccine Clinic
The clinic is open to eligible Portsmouth and Little Compton students and members of their families. Appointments are required.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
For Second Week In A Row, RI's Coronavirus Numbers Plunge
Weekly percent positivity, case numbers and hospitalizations are all at their lowest levels in months.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
Dunkin' Donuts Center Vaccine Site To Close
Gov. Dan McKee announced the impending closure of the mass vaccination site as the state transitions its vaccine effort.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
Rhode Island Enters '3rd Phase' Of Vaccine Distribution
Vaccine doses are available to residents around the state without an appointment necessary.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
'We Will Come To You': RI Vaccine Clinics Head Into Communities
The National Guard is working to bring pop-up vaccine clinics to all communities that want them in Rhode Island.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
Rhode Island To Resume Johnson And Johnson Coronavirus Vaccine
The announcement came several days after the federal government lifted its temporary pause on the use of the single-shot vaccine.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
RI To Pilot Walk-Up Coronavirus Vaccine Clinics
Rhode Islanders are still strongly encouraged to make an appointment, which guarantees they will receive a shot.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
