Cranston|News|
Santa Tracker 2023: When St. Nick Arrives In Rhode Island
Watching Santa make his annual trek around the world is a tried-and-true way to bring an extra spark of cheer to kids this holiday season.
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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Cranston|News|
2 RI Men Facing Charges In Gillette Stadium Death: PM Patch RI
Also: $1 million-winning lottery prize remains unclaimed; Christmas travel forecast; local police launch drone program; a new COVID variant.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Tiverton-Little Compton, RI|News|
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.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
North Kingstown, RI|News|
$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.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Town Of Narragansett: Storm Related Damage
Did you encounter any damages to your home or business such as flooding, structural and/or was your business adversely impacted?
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
Coventry Woman Wins $50K On Powerball Ticket
The woman realized she won after reading a Coventry Patch story about the unclaimed prize, Rhode Island Lottery officials say.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
New COVID Variant Makes A Holiday Appearance: What To Know In NH
JN.1, which emerged in August, represents more than 21 percent of new COVID-19 cases in the United States.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
New COVID Variant Makes A Holiday Appearance: What To Know In RI
JN.1, which emerged in August, represents more than 21 percent of new COVID-19 cases in the United States.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
RI Christmas Travel Forecast: What To Expect For The Holiday Weekend
Will it be smooth sailing across Rhode Island roadways? How much of an impact will issues on the Washington Bridge have for travel?
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Warmer Temperatures As We Approach Christmas: RI Weekend Weather
Take a look at the weekend weather forecast for Rhode Island.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Man Sentenced After Getting Caught With Child Porn Again: PM Patch RI
Also: Man sentenced for fatal crash while driving high on cocaine, fentanyl; Bristol-Providence ferry delayed; illness closes dog park.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Tiverton-Little Compton, RI|News|
Tiverton Man Sentenced For Causing Fatal Crash While High On Fentanyl
Alexander Farias, 30, was sentenced to five years in prison after driving under the influence of drugs in a crash that killed a Mass. man.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Bristol Police Swear-In 4 New Officers
New Bristol police officers Megan Vento, Vincent Campagna, Sabrina De Almeida, and David Sheldon were sworn-in on Monday.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
South Kingstown Dog Park Closes Amid Mystery Canine Illness
The closure comes after the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management advised dog owners to avoid visiting dog parks.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Bristol-Providence Ferry Service Delayed, Now Opening Thursday
RIDOT says there was a mechanical issue with a crane being used to position a floating dock for passengers at the India Point Park terminal.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
Coventry Gets $1 Million Grant For Playground, Ball Court, Housing
Coventry town officials say construction on these projects is slated to start in Spring 2024.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
A Drunken Crash With A Child In The Car: Cranston Police Arrest Log
The following people were arrested by Cranston police between Dec. 6 and Dec. 11.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
RI Man Sentenced, Caught With Child Porn Again After Prison Release
Prosecutors say Brian Murphy, 54, logged in to a North Scituate business' Wi-Fi to access child pornography.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Newport Residents Asked To Complete Survey About Their Internet
City officials say the survey is part of an effort to bring more affordable broadband service to Aquidneck Island.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
RI Man Accused Of Making False Bomb Threat At FL Airport: PM Patch RI
Also: Residents evacuated by boat for flooding; Quaker granola bars, cereals recalled; Bristol-Providence ferry service starting Wednesday.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
