Police K-9 Dies; Washington Bridge Update; More: 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 24 hours.

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• Cranston Police K-9 Zeus Dies From Sudden Illness: Zeus was 9-years-old and served the Cranston Police Department with his handler, Sgt. Gregg Bruno.
• RI Applying For $220.9M Mega Grant To Help Replace Washington Bridge: RI officials estimate the bridge project will cost $40.52 million for the demolition and $368.3 million for the design-build process.
• Johnston Police Looking For Missing Teen Girl: Johnston police say Taya Scott, 15, was last seen around 1 p.m. Wednesday.

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

• Child Endangerment; Felony Shoplifting: Cranston Police Arrest Log
• Graduation Shout Out: Congratulations Ethan From Portsmouth
• Rainy, Cool Days On The Horizon: Rhode Island Weekly Weather Forecast
• Roger Williams University Forensic Mental Health Counseling Graduate Champions Mental Health Reform Behind Bars
• Graduation Shout Out: Congratulations Brynn From Portsmouth
• Graduation Shout Out: Congratulations Bernard From Newport
• South Kingstown Hires Firm For Property Tax Revaluations.

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