RI-Born Music Legend Dies At 80: Patch PM

Welcome to Monday's edition of Patch PM. Here's a look at the headlines you may have missed around Rhode Island today.

Today's top story

A Rhode Island legend died last week. Mike Renzi worked on more than 100 albums for some of the biggest names of the 20th century and earned 16 Emmy nominations for his work on "Sesame Street" and "All My Children."

Renzi, a Rhode Island native, died Wednesday at Newport Hospital following a "brief illness," according to his obituary.

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Stephen Colbert, the host of The Late Show on CBS, visited the Ocean State this weekend. He spoke at the University of Rhode Island's Ryan Center Saturday night in honor of Alumni/Family Weekend.

Monday's other headlines:

• Woonsocket Man Charged For 2 Cranston Robberies: Edward Diamante was arrested following a high-speed chase through Providence and Johnston, ending when the car spun out into a yard.
• Providence Offering Free 2-Hour Parking Promotion In October: Drivers that download the Passport Parking app between Oct. 1 and 31 will receive a one-time parking pass.
• Fall Foliage Map: When Rhode Island Will See 2021 Peak: Here's a look at when to expect the largest bang for your leaf-peeping buck in the Ocean State this fall.
• Cranston Dentist Openly Defied COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate: RIDOH: Dr. Stephen Skoly refused to get vaccinated by the Oct. 1 deadline and knowingly continue to practice anyway, the Department of Health said.