Little Compton Fire Department: See The New Fire Academy Graduates

See the latest announcement from the Little Compton Fire Department.

Tiverton Police Launch Drone Program

Police Chief Patrick Jones says the department purchased two drones, which have already been used to help stop a fleeing suspect.

Little Compton Fiscal Clerk Charged With Embezzlement

Little Compton Fiscal Clerk, who also serves as a part-time police dispatcher, admitted she misappropriated a residents' taxes, police say.

Gov. McKee Signs Bill Limiting Vehicle Inspections To Stations In RI

State Rep. John Edwards (D-Tiverton), said the bill would keep state inspections within Rhode Island's borders and aid small businesses.

Tiverton Getting New Affordable Housing With State Funding

The funding will go toward the Pocasset Reserve, a new construction project with 275 units on Fish Road.

Tiverton Police Body Camera Program A Full Go After Successful Pilot

Tiverton police officers are now required by department policy to wear a body-worn camera at all times during their shift.

Tiverton Planning Board Rejects Proposal To Build A Crematorium

Dozens of residents spoke out against building the crematorium because of concerns emissions will have a negative impact on quality of life.

House Passes Bill Limiting Vehicle Inspections To Stations In RI

State Rep. John Edwards (D-Tiverton), said the bill would keep state inspections within Rhode Island’s borders and aid small businesses.

Public Invited To Water Study Workshop For Tiverton-Little Compton

Find out how to make your voice heard regarding bacteria impairments for waterways in Tiverton and Little Compton.

Tiverton Gets $500K In Federal Funding For Emergency Dispatch Console

Rep. David Cicilline said Tiverton will get a new emergency dispatch console and updated 800 MHz radios for police officers and vehicles.

Tiverton-L. Compton Election Results: Dems Projected To Sweep Races

Little Compton also elected new members to its Town Council and School Committee in its contested races.

Tiverton-LC 2022 Voting Guide: Candidates, Questions, How To Vote

See who will be on the ballot in Tiverton and Little Compton for state house and senate races, as well as key voting information.

Police In Tiverton-Little Compton Get Grants For Body Cameras

Tiverton police will purchase 31 body cameras with the grant, while Little Compton will get 10 cameras.

Tiverton Receives $339K Federal Grant For Fire Department

Tiverton was one of seven Rhode Island towns to receive federal funding in this round of grants.

RI Primary Election 2022: Deadlines, Voting Details In Tiverton-LC

Patch has all the information you need for casting your ballot this election season. Here's what to know.

Opinion: Little Compton Resident Concerned About Sewage Pollution

The following is a letter to the editor written by Little Compton resident Mimi Karlsson. All opinions expressed are the author's.

Tiverton-Little Compton-Area Unemployment Still Low: New Data

The Newport County unemployment rate worsened recently, according to the newest figures.

Tiverton-Little Compton-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Update

The Newport County unemployment rate improved somewhat, according to the newest figures.

Tiverton-Little Compton-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Data

The Newport County unemployment rate improved somewhat as fall approached.

Tiverton-Little Compton-Area Unemployment Rate Worsens In August: Feds

The Newport County unemployment rate worsened slightly during the late summer.

Back Rent Up In Newport County: Analysis

More than 1 out of every 10 Newport County rental households are behind on rents as of early August, according to a new analysis.

Tiverton-Little Compton-Area Unemployment Rate Improved In July: Feds

The Newport County unemployment rate improved somewhat during the summer.

Tiverton-Little Compton-Area Unemployment Rate Increased In June: Feds

But national figures point to a rebound when local data for July becomes available next month.

Coronavirus Transmission 'Moderate' In Newport County: CDC

Cases are spiking across much of the U.S., triggering the CDC to recommend expanded mask use.

'A Time Bomb Ticking': See Rental Arrears In Newport County

A new analysis found more than 6 million nationwide are behind on rent, owing a total of $23 billion.

Unemployment Rate Decreases In Tiverton-Little Compton Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in Newport County is lower than the Rhode Island average.

Rhode Island Ahead Of Biden's Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Tiverton-Little Compton area is doing with coronavirus vaccinations.

How Much Tiverton, Little Compton Get In COVID-19 Relief

The federal American Rescue Plan included a total of $560 million for Rhode Island's 39 cities and towns.

Unemployment Improves In Tiverton-Little Compton Area: Feds

Newport County's unemployment rate is lower than the Rhode Island average.

The Digital Divide: How Tiverton-Little Compton Area Compares In Internet Usage

Access to broadband speeds needed for remote work and learning vary greatly across the U.S.

Tiverton Rep. Introduces Package Of Bills To Help Town

The bills would help solve a range of issues from fire department financials to cesspool replacement deadlines.

Federal Taxes In Newport County: How Do Yours Compare?

You can use IRS data to compare your tax payments and refunds to others in Newport County.

How Tiverton-LC Voted In The March 2 Special Election

All seven of the statewide budget questions were approved by Rhode Island voters.

Tiverton Launches New Community Coronavirus Website

The site is a resource for residents, business owners and visitors to learn the latest updates in the town.

Early In-Person Voting In Tiverton-LC For March Special Election

Voters can vote early at their town or city hall until March 1.

Tiverton, Little Compton Receive Grants For Special Election

The funds are the remainder of the grant Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea received ahead of the general election in November.

Little Compton Town Hall To Close To The Public

Starting next week, only town hall employees will be allowed inside the building.

Election Results: How Tiverton-Little Compton Voted

Here's a look at how voters cast their ballots in the presidential and local races.

Voting In Tiverton-Little Compton: Polls Open

Everything you need to know about voting in town for the election Nov. 3.

How Did Voting Go In Tiverton-Little Compton?

After a marathon political campaign, Election Day 2020 is finally here.