East Bay Community Action Program seeks food pantry volunteers in Newport

Volunteers needed to help meet dramatic increase in need for food

Portsmouth Student's Research Helps RI's Coastal Environment

Portsmouth Abbey School graduating senior Alaina Zhang's research is helping turn sugar kelp into biodegradable plastics.

Portsmouth groups can apply for $220,000 in grants

The Rhode Island Foundation is offering grants of up to $10,000.

Portsmouth Police Award Man Civilian Lifesaving Award

Brian Finn was driving across the Mt. Hope Bridge, when he saw a woman in distress, climbing over the rail. Without hesitation, he helped.

Free tax filing assistance to those earning under $67K

East Bay Community Action Program’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program has appointments available in Bristol and East Providence

RI Environmental Officials Setting Fires To Prevent Large Wildfires

Expect planned burnings in Portsmouth, Coventry, Exeter, West Greenwich, Richmond, Glocester, Jamestown, and South Kingstown.

Start 2025 With Quadrantids And 120 Meteors An Hour: When To See In RI

See the best time to catch the first meteor shower of 2025 in Rhode Island.

Man Sentenced For Shooting Hawks To Protect Squirrels: PM Patch RI

Also: Man convicted for stabbing a man to death; see a local photographer's inspiration; top news of the week; "Shop with a Cop."

2024’s Top Meteor Shower Peaks This Week: How To See Geminids In RI

Produced by debris left behind by the asteroid 3200 Phaethon, the Geminids began appearing in the mid-1800s.

Whooping Cough Cases On Rise At Local School: PM Patch RI

Also: Sex offender sentenced for trying to meet teen girl for sex; last supermoon of 2024; police warn of phone scams; more.

Aquidneck Food Pantry Receives $15K Grant From BJ's Wholesale Club

The $15,000 grant supports the Aquidneck Food Pantry's Fresh Food Initiative.

Massive Fire Destroys 3-Story Home: PM Patch RI

Also: Businesswoman admits to failing to pay $1.2 million in taxes; what La Niña winter means for Rhode Island; Patriot Barmore pulled over.

St. John's Lodge Food Bank of Portsmouth Changes Its Name

Food pantry President Anne Crittenden says the new name more closely reflects the mission and service area of the organization.

Coastal Biking Without Cars; Fall Foliage Forecast; More: PM Patch RI

Also: Former Navy officer admits he stole, sold military gear; Ramp to I-295 closing this weekend; weekend weather forecast; more.

Sakonnet Coastal Bike & Stroll Returning For 2nd Year This Month

The event brings an uncommon opportunity to bike, walk and run along scenic Park Avenue and The Hummocks in Portsmouth without cars around.

Free workshop series open to older adults to reduce fall risks

Register now for series being held Monday afternoons in Portsmouth

East Bay Foster Grandparents Program is recruiting volunteers

Community members 55 years of age/+ are needed as volunteers in schools, pre-schools, and community organizations.

Woman Accused Of Drunken Driving With 2 Children In Car: PM Patch RI

Also: Bat found at Roger Williams Park tests positive for rabies; man charged with child pornography possession; 1,800 bikes gifted to kids.

East Bay Community Action Program Marks 60 Years of Community Action

Seven RI agencies are part of the national Community Action Partnership which is celebrating 60 years of service

East Bay Community Action Program honoring Portsmouth resident

Paula Bradley to receive award at 19th Annual Seaside Gala

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

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 Portsmouth?

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

Portsmouth Police Department Earns National Accreditation Status

The honor provides a national mark of excellence for the agencies which pursue and receive the accreditation.

Portsmouth Police May Have Found Your Missing Kayak, Paddleboard, Boat

Portsmouth police say the kayaks, small boats and paddleboards washed onto Sandy Point Beach during recent storms

Free tax filing assistance to those earning under $63K

East Bay Community Action Program’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program has appointments available in Bristol and Riverside

Portsmouth Police Welcome Department's First Comfort Dog

Holly, a 16-month-old lab, has completed her training and will work with School Resource Officer Westley Lemar.

Volunteers Needed to Help People File Taxes

East Bay Community Action Program will provide training for volunteers who want to help low-income tax filers.

Rhode Island State Police Holding Holiday Toy Drive

Kids, Cops and Christmas has launched for the 2023 holiday season. The toy drive and fundraiser will run until Dec. 18.

Portsmouth Police Looking To Stop Public From Feeding Coyotes

Portsmouth police and animal control have recently received several complaints regarding people intentionally feeding coyotes.

Portsmouth's Kateri Buerman Recognized For Work Building Playground

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

Portsmouth Community Leader Recognized As 'Generous With Her Time'

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

Portsmouth Police Hosting 'Coffee With A Cop'

Here's when and where you can grab a cup of coffee with your local officers.

Portsmouth's Kateri Buerman Working To Build Inclusive Playground

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

Tenant Accused Of Killing Landlord With Axe Indicted: PM Patch RI

Also: Food Truck Village returning for PVDFest; 1 Beach reopens after high bacteria counts clear; larceny at a small business; cool houses.

August Has 2 Supermoons, One A Blue Moon: When To Look Up In RI

The full sturgeon supermoon on Tuesday could wash out Delta Aquariid meteors, but the blue moon supermoon will rise after Perseids peak.

Don't Swim At These Beaches During The July 4 Weekend: PM Patch RI

Also: RI political figures react to Supreme Court's student loan decision; man dies in motorcycle crash; July 4 safety tips; homes for sale.

5 Rhode Island Beaches Closed To Swimming Due To High Bacteria Levels

See which beaches to avoid if you want to take a dip the weekend before July 4.

5 Planets Parade Across The Sky Saturday: When To See It In RI

Grab your binoculars to see the two dimmest planets. The night sky will put on a show on Saturday.

Fireflies Are Disappearing, And That Could Make RI Nights Less Magical

See what you can do to help keep the magic of firefly lights in Rhode Island's summer nights.

Fiery Antares Kisses The Full Strawberry Moon Over RI This Weekend

If you miss the full moon Saturday — it reaches peak illumination at 11:42 p.m. — don’t worry. This is what’s called a "full moon weekend."