North Kingstown Police Hosting 'Shop With A Cop' To Help Local Kids

Walmart will allow each child will have the chance to select one toy valued at $25 or less, and the police union is matching this.

Autism-Friendly Blue Envelope Program Available In North Kingstown

The Blue Envelope aims to make interactions between local police and residents with autism and anxiety smoother and more supportive.

Illegal Rental Application Fees Lead To Lawsuit, AG Says: PM Patch RI

Also: Pedestrian hit by car; more bomb cyclone news; tap water deemed unsafe at a local school; a fire chief retires; best times to travel.

Boat Manufacturing Plant Evacuated For Bomb Threat: PM Patch RI

Also: See how likely a white Christmas is; man accused of accidentally shooting himself in bar fight arraigned; send us your holiday lights.

North Kingstown Police Officers Donate $1,350 To Local Food Pantry

North Kingstown police put away their razors to help feed families this holiday season through the union's No Shave November fundraiser.

See The Best RI Middle School Rankings: PM Patch RI

Also: URI employee dies after being hit by a car on campus; man wins $50,000 on a lottery ticket; police ID two men killed in one-car crash.

North Kingstown Man Wins $50K On Rhode Island Lottery Ticket

Rhode Island Lottery officials say the North Kingstown man will use the prize money to buy his wife a new car.

Ex-Police Officer Pleads Not Guilty In Fatal DUI Case: PM Patch RI

Also: RI State Police break ground on new public safety complex; assault at popular pub; excellent test scores; weekly weather forecast.

Woman Who Went Missing Found Safe: North Kingstown Police

North Kingstown police say Julia McKay was found safe.

DEA Drug Take-Back Day 2024: Where To Go In North Kingstown

Bristol residents can drop off tablets, pills, capsules, patches and other solid forms of prescription drugs, along with vaping devices.

North Kingstown Police Get $5K Grant For Children's Coat, Boot Drive

State Rep. Julie Casimiro (D-North Kingstown, Exeter) delivered the $5,000 legislative grant to the North Kingstown Police Department.

New Lawsuit Filed In 'Naked Fat Test' Scandal: PM Patch RI

Also: Human skeletal remains found at work site; whooping cough on the rise; ex-medical officer manager sentenced for stealing $600k; more.

Saunderstown artist’s design featured on CVS Pharmacy journal

Matthew Everett harnesses color to bring more energy and vibrancy into the world through art

4 Stores Fall Victim To 'Smash And Grabs' In 1 Night: PM Patch RI

Also: 63-year-old man hit by car, dies; thunderstorms possible four of the next five days; two meteor showers this week; more.

4-Year-Old Left Behind On School Bus: PM Patch RI

Also: Fire displaces 8 people; early fall weather outlook; teacher spotlights; Rhode Island State Police hiring; meteor shower coming.

Woman Rescued In A Fire That Sets House, Garage Ablaze: PM Patch RI

Also: 1 dead in 1-195 crash; local girl scout earns Gold Award raising money for high school hammer throwing team; July 4th firework times.

North Kingstown Girl Scout Helps Pets Get Exercise For Gold Award

Daphne Higginbottom​ received the award after completing her project​ "Healthier Animals."

Black Bear Hit By Car; Hooters Closes; A House Fire: RI Top Stories

Here are the top 10 most popular stories and posts from around Rhode Island Patch sites last week.

Black Bear Hit By Car, Dies; House Fire Leaves 1 Dead: PM Patch RI

Also: Local police honor guard presents colors at Red Sox game; boat fire spreads to two homes; Cranston school bond question on the ballot.

2 'Cute' Ferrets Abandoned In North Kingstown

One of the ferrets is white with pink eyes and the other is brown and gray with blue-black eyes.

North Kingstown Man Wins $177K Wild Money Jackpot

James Burke's prize was $50,000 more than usual because the Rhode Lottery added additional money for its 50th anniversary celebration.

Ex-Worker Accused Of Bomb Threat; Teen Drives Into Pond: PM Patch RI

Also: Store sells seven winning lottery tickets in one day; RI senior living communities named among best in U.S.; Navy chorus benefit show.

DEA Drug Take-Back Day 2024: Where To Go In North Kingstown

Residents can drop off tablets, pills, capsules, patches and other solid forms of prescription drugs, along with vaping devices.

Will I See The Total Solar Eclipse In North Kingstown?

Rhode Island residents are not living in the path of totality. But we won't miss out on the celestial sensation, either.

5 Charged After Teen Pulls Knife At Burger King, Cops Say: PM Patch RI

Also: Excessive alcohol deaths reported during pandemic; two pedestrians hit by car; adult Girl Scout volunteers offered reduced tuition.

RI State Police Team With Cardi's Furniture To Launch Clothing Drive

All clothes, linens, and shoes donated at Cardi's Furniture stores will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Rhode Island.

Man In Critical Condition After Crashing Car Into Tree: PM Patch RI

Also: A $20,000 RI Lottery winner; 2 men facing gun, cocaine charges; police looking for home break-in suspect; spring arriving early in RI.

The Full Wolf Moon, And Why Its Namesake Howls: When To See It In RI

Whether you can enjoy our natural satellite at peak illumination will depend on sky conditions in Rhode Island.

$1 Million Prize Is Unclaimed From Powerball Ticket Bought In RI

Someone won $1 million on a Powerball ticket in Wednesday's drawing, but the prize remains unclaimed, according to the Rhode Island Lottery.

North Kingstown Police Don't Shave To Raise $3K For Local Food Pantry

Due to No Shave November's success, acting Police Chief John Urban agreed to a "Double Down December," to raise more money for charity.

North Kingstown Woman Hits $50K Lottery Jackpot

Carolyn Bourgauthas has four puppies at home, so she said she will eventually use her lottery winnings to "enjoy life."

North Kingstown Business Owner Recognized For Food Bank Work, More

Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize these often unsung community leaders and celebrate their contributions.

Best High Schools, Districts; A Warm, Snowy Winter: RI Top Stories

Here are the Top 10 most popular stories and posts from around Rhode Island Patch sites last week.

Lightning Strikes Home; Dog Stolen From Pet Shelter: PM Patch RI

Also: Woman accused of striking two children with car in hit-and-run crash; two from New York facing gun charges, one man faces DUI; more.

Girl Scouts Honor North Kingstown Woman For 65 Years Of Service

Nancy Armstrong of North Kingstown, was honored with the new Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England Hall of Famer Award.

Trucking Company Owner Admits To Violating Clean Air Act: PM Patch RI

Also: Teen goes missing in Tiverton and may be in danger; woman dies after crashing into home; new hepatitis research on child cases; more.

RI Woman Steals $250K By Posing As Marine With Cancer: PM Patch RI

Also: Dead man found inside home identified; when will weather allow gardening in Rhode Island; fun weekend events; summer camps; more.

RI Village A Top 3 Historic Small Town In U.S.; More: PM Patch RI

Also: DUI charge with blood alcohol three times legal limit; two-alarm fire; nominate the next civic teacher of the year; cool houses; more.

Wickford Named A Top 3 Historic Small Town In U.S.: USA Today Poll

Wickford was the only Rhode Island community to make the list.

North Kingstown Woman Wins $15K On Rhode Island Lottery Ticket

The North Kingstown woman bought the winning ticket at Colbea Shell at 1075 North Main St. in Providence, lottery officials say.