Special Election Scheduled To Fill Late Senate President's Seat: 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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• Special Election Scheduled To Fill Late Senate President Ruggerio's Seat: See Details: Sen. Ruggerio died last month after battling cancer. His death left vacant a district representing parts of Providence and North Providence.
• Warwick Police Surround Home With Person Barricaded Inside: Reports: Warwick police were called to a Washington Street home for a well-being check. Officers believe the person inside the home is armed.
• ‘Hold My Beer’: RI Craft Brews May Have These PFAS, 'Forever Chemicals': PFAS have been linked to a range of health issues, including cancers, reproductive issues, and liver and thyroid problems.

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

• MA Man Caught With Gun While Drunk At Glen Manor House: Portsmouth PD
• A Stolen Vehicle; 2 DUIs; More: Cranston Police Arrest Log
• 'Gulf Of America' Vote Passes: See How Your RI Rep. Voted
• Lots Of Rain, But Mother's Day May Be Nicer: RI Weekend Weather
• Town Of Portsmouth: Department of Public Works Hiring
• From The Dominican Republic To Roger Williams University: A Journey In Sustainable Architecture
• Here’s Where RI Ranks In New U.S. News Best States List
• Texas Man Dies After Being Struck By A Car On The Highway In Warwick
• 2 DUIs; Shoplifting; More: Coventry Police Arrest Log
• Roger Williams University Architecture Major Draws Inspiration From Inviting Community Spaces.

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