Cranston|News|
REAL ID Deadline For RI Residents Now Less Than 1 Month Away
As of January 2024, only about 56 percent of people in the U.S. had driver's licenses and ID cards that are REAL ID-compliant.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
- Cranston, RI
Jimmy Bentley is the field editor for Patch covering Rhode Island He spends most of his time covering Cranston, Coventry, Newport, Narragansett, South Kingstown, Newport, Portsmouth, North Kingstown, Bristol, Warren, Tiverton and Little Compton. He was a reporter at the Plympton-Halifax Express and interned for Patch while earning his master's at Emerson College. In his free time, Jimmy hits concerts (sometimes reviewing them for Patch), watches movies and plays in a kickball league.
Email: jimmy.bentley@patch.com
Twitter: @PatchBentley
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Portsmouth, RI|News|
Town Of Portsmouth: Last Call For Tree Seedling Giveway
See the latest announcement from the Town of Portsmouth.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Lincoln, RI|News|
Intoxicated Wrong-Way Driver Causes Crash In Lincoln: RI State Police
The crash on Route 295 sent both drivers to the hospital, Rhode Island State Police said.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Warwick, RI|News|
RI State Police Looking For Video To Help Investigate Woman's Death
Rhode Island State Police say the body found in Foster is a Warwick woman who was reported missing in August 2024.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
RI School Of Design Student's Visa Revoked, School Officials Say
Rhode Island School of Design officials are working to support the student and determine why their student visa was revoked.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
These Are The Top 5 Safest Towns In Rhode Island: Safewise 2025 List
The town named the safest in Rhode Island has kept that title for six straight years.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Roger Williams University: Empowering Voices: Sharing The Experiences Of Women Of Color In Male-Dominated Industries
Women faculty members from colleges across southern New England share their journeys, from struggles to success in their disciplines.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
Risk Of Invasive Strep Has Spiked, Study Warns: What To Know In NH
The number of group A strep, or GAS, cases was relatively stable for 17 years before the sharp increase from 2013-2022.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Risk Of Invasive Strep Has Spiked, Study Warns: What To Know In RI
The number of group A strep, or GAS, cases was relatively stable for 17 years before the sharp increase from 2013-2022.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Lots of Rain; Colder Temperatures: RI Weekly Weather Forecast
Here's a look at this week's weather forecast for Rhode Island, as reported by AccuWeather.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Funeral Home Catches Fire In Portsmouth
When firefighters arrived at Connors Funeral Home in Portsmouth, flames were shooting from the roof and chimney.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
Wintry Mix Bringing Snow, Wind Gusts, Raw Chill To Parts Of RI
Many areas will see snow showers Monday and Tuesday with temperatures well below normal for early April.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
Concord Knights of Columbus Hosting Easter Fill-A-Truck Food Drive
All donations will benefit Concord’s Christ the King Food Pantry.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Tiverton-Little Compton, RI|News|
DEA Drug Take-Back Day 2025: Where To Go In Tiverton
Tiverton residents can drop off tablets, pills, capsules, patches and other solid forms of prescription drugs, along with vaping devices.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Town Of Portsmouth Hiring Planning Technician Clerk
See the latest announcement from the Town of Portsmouth.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
RI AG Suing Trump Admin. To 'Protect Libraries, Museums': PM Patch RI
Also: RI among most expensive states to raise young children; see 10 products that will get pricier under tariffs; another lottery winner.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
RI AG Co-Leads Group Suing Trump Administration To Protect Libraries
Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha's lawsuit intends to stop funding cuts for public libraries, museums, and small businesses.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
RI Among States With Highest Costs Of Raising A Small Child
A new study confirmed what parents of young kids in Rhode Island already know: It's outrageously expensive.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
See Which RI Billionaire Made Forbes List; Chef Awards: RI Top Stories
Here are the Top 10 most popular stories and posts from around Rhode Island Patch sites last week.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
RI Man Wins $59K In Wild Money Drawing
Rhode Island Lottery officials said the winning ticket was sold at Speedway at 440 Smithfield Ave. in Providence.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
