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What The New Stimulus Deal Means For Rhode Islanders: Patch PM

Also: New rules for "essential caregivers" in nursing homes | State trooper rear-ended during traffic stop | more.

Welcome to Monday's edition of Patch PM. Here's a look at today's top stories.


Most RI Residents Would Get $600 Payments Under Relief Agreement

Here are some of the ways Rhode Island residents would benefit from the newly agreed-upon coronavirus relief package.


New RI Nursing Home Rules Allow For 'Essential Caregivers'

Selected family members will be required to go through a special training and adhere to the same coronavirus testing schedule as staff.

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Central Falls Man Charged With DUI After Hitting RI State Trooper

Alfredo Falcon-Benitez rear-ended the cruiser, which was pulled over for a traffic stop.


Rhode Island Inmate Dies From Coronavirus: Dept. Of Corrections

The 66-year-old man was serving a life sentence without parole in the maximum security facility.

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