Top 10 Most Read Stories On RI Patch In 2021: Year In Review

RHODE ISLAND — Unlike 2020, it wasn't all about the coronavirus pandemic when we took our annual look back at the most read stories on Rhode Island Patch in 2021. What follows is a list of the top 10 most-read stories on Rhode Island Patch sites in 2021.

1. Body Thought To Be Brian Laundrie Was RI Man

The body, found in rural North Carolina, was later identified as a Cumberland man, according to the Associated Press.

2. Trio Including Pawtucket Woman Accused Of Murder In Car Shooting

Police say Yazmin Rivera, Devonte Lewis, and Adauris Garcia, each 19, conspired to kill Isaias Bulus in Providence on April 11.

3. Rhode Island's Top 25 Schools For Grades K-8: U.S. News

More than 100 elementary and middle schools were included in the inaugural list ranking more than 80,000 U.S. schools.

4. Police ID Victims, Suspect In Deadly Warren Shooting

The shooter was found dead after exchanging fire with Bristol police officers, police said.

5. Strong Nor'easter Zeroing In On Rhode Island

The early forecasts emphasize that things could change between now and late Monday night, when the storm could begin.

6. Major Retailers Requiring Masks In Rhode Island: See The List

Following new CDC guidance on face coverings, many retailers are once again directing employees and customers to mask up.

7. 1 Rhode Island Billionaire Named Among Richest In U.S.: Forbes

Forbes this week released its 2021 World's Billionaires List. Those on the list saw their fortunes increase by more than $5 trillion.

8. Rhode Island Vaccination Effort: Who's Getting It Now

Health officials say the state has administered over 30,000 vaccinations as of Friday morning.

9. Checkers, Rally's To Open 6 Rhode Island Restaurants

The Florida-based fast food chain is making a move into New England, the company said.

10. RI Coronavirus Vaccines Open To Resident 65 And Up Feb. 22

Rhode Island residents in this category are encouraged to book an appointment at a state-run vaccine site.