60K Fish Put in Ponds, Lakes To Open Fishing Season: PM Patch RI

RHODE ISLAND — Here are some share-worthy stories from the Rhode Island Patch network to discuss this afternoon and evening.

This post features stories and information published in the last 48 hours.

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• RI Keeping It Reel: 60K Fish Stocked In Freshwater Bodies Across State: Opening day for trout fishing season in Rhode Island is April 12. See where you can make your first catch of the year.
• The Trump Tariff Effect In RI: What Products Will Cost More?: Researchers from Yale University suggests that in Rhode Island, the tariffs could have a devastating impact on many.
• 4 RI Restaurants, Chefs Nominated For 2025 James Beard Awards: The James Beard Awards recognize exceptional talent in the culinary and food media industries.

Here are some more Rhode Island Patch headlines you may have missed:

• 2 Days Of Rain May Dampen A Sunday Warm-Up: RI Weekend Weather
• 2 DUIs; Domestic Assault; Shoplifting; More: Coventry Police Log
• Scammer Steals $100K In Online Romance Scam: Coventry Police
• Town Of South Kingstown Hiring Paramedics
• Coventry Man Win $18K On Lottery Ticket He Bought In East Providence
• Trailblazing Woman Sailor Cole Brauer To Deliver Roger Williams University Commencement Address
• Town Of Portsmouth: 2025-26 Town Administrator's Proposed Budget Now Available
• $385K Worth Of Cocaine, Fentanyl, Marijuana Seized In Arrest: Cranston Police
• American Red Cross Installing Smoke Alarms For Free In Providence
• This RI Eatery Named Among 'Restaurants Of The Year'