RI Crash Deaths Spike 38.5% From 2022 To 2023: PM Patch RI

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

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• RI Crash Deaths Rise Amid Nationwide Decline, Federal Data Shows: New estimates from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show crash deaths fell nationwide. Here's what happened in RI.
• Providence College Basketball Star To Enter NBA Draft: Devin Carter filled the announcement with a slew of thank yous to his coaches, teammates, fans, and loved ones.
• Woonsocket Man Sentenced For Having Thousands Of Child Porn Pictures: Matthew Hathaway, 26, of Woonsocket, was already a registered sex offender when he was arrested in March 2023.

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

• 1 RI Restaurant Nominated For 2024 James Beard Awards
• Solar Eclipse Weather Forecast For Rhode Island: Will It Be Clear?
• Providence Making Changes Aimed At Reducing Washington Bridge Traffic
• Roger Williams University: With Prestigious Advertising Program, Marketing Major Gets Hands-On Industry Experience
• Town Of Portsmouth: Department Of Public Works Hiring.

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