Adult Changing Stations In Public Buildings Bill Passes RI State House

If passed, new Rhode Island public buildings will need to have enclosed changing facilities accessible to people of all ages and genders.

Coventry Gets $25K Grant To Address Climate Change Locally

Coventry was one of 13 communities to receive a grant from the Ocean State Climate Adaptation and Resilience (OSCAR) Fund Program.

Coventry Land Trust Looking For New Members

Any resident with a passion for open space preservation, nature trails, education, and enjoying Coventry’s outdoors is welcome to apply.

Coventry Man Accused Of Causing Disturbance At Voting Location

Police say Timothy Masse, 33, confronted voters and election staff, yelled obscenities at them, and interfered with polling operations.

Coventry Takes Control Of Johnson's Pond, Winning Public Domain Case

Town officials argue Soscia Holding's actions were "essentially breaching the dam" at Johnson's Pond in Coventry.

Owners Of Johnson's Pond In Coventry Ordered To Stop Altering Dam

Town officials argue Soscia Holding's actions are "essentially breaching the dam" at Johnson's Pond in Coventry.

Judge Dismisses Coventry Pond Owner's Lawsuit Over New State Law

Dam owner Soscia Holdings says they will appeal the case's dismissal, following the state setting regulations for changing water levels.

Coventry Police Looking To Hire New Officers

Applications to join the Coventry Police Department will be accepted through Feb. 12, 2024.

Coventry Gets $1 Million Grant For Playground, Ball Court, Housing

Coventry town officials say construction on these projects is slated to start in Spring 2024.​

$50K Prize From Powerball Ticket Bought In Coventry Remains Unclaimed

Someone won $50,000 on a Powerball ticket in Saturday's drawing, but the prize remains unclaimed, according to the Rhode Island Lottery.

What Roads Coventry Plans To Fix With New State Grant, Other Funding

Town Manager Daniel Parrillo says a new state grant and Coventry's 10-year Pave it Forward program will fix 24 town roads in the first year.

Coventry Official Appointed To League Of Cities And Towns Board

Town Council President Hillary Lima will join the board.

Rhode Island Using Planned Fires To Prevent Large Wildfires

In 2022, which was marked by a severe drought, Rhode Island experienced more than 80 wildfires, according to DEM officials.

2023 Income Tax Season Opens In RI: When To File 2022 Returns With IRS

Federal and state income tax returns are due April 18 in Rhode Island.

Coventry Town Council Suspends Town Manager

"When a team is failing, you replace the coach," Councilor Jonathan Pascua said in support of suspending Town Manager Benjamin Marchant.

Coventry 2022 Election Results: Town Backs Fung, Rejects URI Repairs

Coventry tends to lean more red than the rest of the RI, and that trend continued with the town backing Kalus, Fung and other Republicans.

Coventry 2022 Election Results: Republicans Up In 4 Of 5 State Races

According to unofficial results, Jonathan Pascua finished ahead of Christopher Anderson in Coventry's only contested townwide race.

Coventry 2022 Voting Guide: Candidates, Questions, How To Vote

See who will be on the ballot in Coventry for state house and senate races, as well as key voting information.

RI Election 2022: Early Voting Begins In Coventry

See where and when you can vote early in Coventry in the 2022 election.

Coventry Police Awarded $350K Grant To Purchase Body Cameras

With the grant, Coventry police will purchase 40 body cameras, a spokesperson for Attorney General Peter Neronha's office said Wednesday.

Western Coventry Fire District Gets $11.6K Federal Grant

Coventry was one of seven Rhode Island towns to receive federal funding in this round of grants.

RI Primary Election 2022: Deadlines, Voting Details In Coventry

Patch has all the information you need for casting your ballot this election season. Here's what to know.

Coventry Dam Owner Must Raise Water To Comply With New State Law: DEM

Dam owner Soscia Holdings is taking the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management to federal court over the new law.

Johnson's Pond Protection Stops 'Purposeful Flooding': Sen. Raptakis

The law helps "mitigate against purposeful flooding of the Pawtuxet River which impacts at minimum five communities," Sen. Raptakis said.

Gov. McKee To Sign Bill Protecting Johnson's Pond In Coventry

The bill requires dam owners across Rhode Island to get permission to raise or lower water levels, or face a $60,000 fine per day.

Bill Limiting Use Of Certain Pesticides In RI Heading To McKee's Desk

Supporters of the bill argue the pesticides being used pose a threat to the state's bee population.

Bill To Protect Johnson's Pond In Coventry Heading To Governor's Desk

The bill requires dam owners across Rhode Island to get permission to raise or lower water levels, or face a $60,000 fine per day.

Reis-Couto Wins Coventry School Committee Seat In Special Election

District 1 voters chose Ana Isabel R. dos Reis-Couto to be their next school committee member. She finished with 233 votes.

Coventry Special Election 2022: Where To Vote, Who's Running, More

Here's everything you need to know about the May 3 special election.

Coventry School Board Special Election: Dates To Know

Candidates for the District 1 school board special election must declare by Feb. 24. The election will be May 3.

Coventry-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Update

The Kent County unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures.

Before You Apply For Retirement Benefits: What To Know

Are you thinking about retiring and applying for Social Security retirement benefits?

Town Council Calls For Environmental Study Of Johnson's Pond

The General Assembly would need to approve funding for the study, which would be conducted by the Department of Environmental Management.

Coventry-Area Unemployment Rate Decreases: New Figures

The Kent County unemployment rate improved somewhat, according to the newest figures.

Coventry-Area Unemployment Rate Improves In September: Feds

The Kent County unemployment rate improved somewhat as fall approached.

My Social Security's Four Super Powers

Did you know having a personal my Social Security account is almost like having super powers?

Veterans & Active Military: Social Security Has Your back!

Security is an important resource for military members who return home with injuries

Coventry-Area Unemployment Rate Steady: Latest Data

The Kent County unemployment rate stayed the same during the late summer.

Back Rent On Rise In Kent County: Analysis

More than 1 out of every 10 Kent County rental households are in arrears as of early August, according to a new analysis.

Coventry-Area Unemployment Rate Decreased In July: Feds

The Kent County unemployment rate improved somewhat during the summer.