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Portsmouth Road Collapses In Ida Flooding | Patch PM
Also: RI National Guard help Afghan refugees | URI requires COVID-19 vaccines for faculty, staff | more.
Welcome to Thursday's edition of Patch PM. Here's a look at today's top headlines from around Rhode Island.
Portsmouth Road Destroyed By Ida Flooding
Parts of Portsmouth saw more than eight inches of rainfall as the storm swept through the region.
RI National Guard Helping Bring Over 50K Afghan Refugees To U.S.
Guard officials said the crews will help evacuees reach Washington-Dulles or Philadelphia International Airports.
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URI Extends COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement To Faculty, Staff
The policy, which goes into effect Oct. 15, applies to full- and part-time faculty and non-classified staff.
Rhode Island Flooded By Ida's Wake: Photo Gallery
Patch readers from across Rhode Island shared their photos of the damage and flooding caused by the overnight storm.
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