Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Roger Williams University Business Professor Nationally Recognized For Faculty Mentorship
John McQuilkin received the 2023 Delta Sigma Pi Chapter Advisor of the Year Award.
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|
Vaccine Exemptions Reach All-Time High: See Rhode Island Data
The CDC didn't say why childhood vaccine exemptions are up; some experts think the pandemic-era politicization of medicine may be a reason.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
A Faster Way Through Security Comes To T.F. Green Airport: PM Patch RI
Also: Cranston man charged in East Greenwich stabbing; see the best nursing homes in RI; state deploying service trucks to help on highways.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
TF Green Launches Expedited Identity Verification Lanes For Travelers
The new system gives travelers the option to verify their identity with their eyes or fingers, rather than having to take out licenses.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
Assault; 2 DUIs; Shoplifting: Coventry Police Arrest Log
The following people were arrested by Coventry police between Friday and Tuesday.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Newport Police, CRU Café Holiday Coat Drive Off To Strong Start
As of Monday, more than 40 brand-new children’s coats have been donated to the coat drive, according to Newport police.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Bristol Police Department Earns National Accreditation Status
The honor provides a national mark of excellence for the agencies which pursue and receive the accreditation.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
RI Deploying Service Trucks To Help Motorist, Calm Traffic On Highways
The roadside responder trucks are specially marked Ford F-350s equipped with safety lights, tools, and supplies to help motorists in need.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
6 RI Nursing Homes Make 2023 U.S. News ‘Best’ List
U.S. News & World Report rated more than 15,000 nursing homes in its annual report. Here’s how it rated Rhode Island’s nursing homes.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Cranston Man Charged In East Greenwich Stabbing
Theodore Craven, 47, of Cranston, was arrested in connection to the stabbing of a 51-year-old man in East Greenwich.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Rhode Island Restaurants Open For Thanksgiving Day 2023
Restaurants open for Thanksgiving on Thursday, Nov. 23, offer a range of dining experiences, from fine dining to fast casual to fast food.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Bryant Coach Resigns Days After Charges Dropped In Crash: PM Patch RI
Also: 100-year-old WWII marine veteran gets key to the city; Newport to use AI technology to enforce noise rules; RI Christmas prep; more.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Where To Cut A Christmas Tree In Rhode Island
Rhode Island residents have plenty of options to get a Christmas tree close to home this year.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
East Providence, RI|News|
East Providence Honors 100-Year-Old WWII Marine Veteran
East Providence Mayor Bob DaSilva presented Staff Sgt. Jean Kesnerwith a key to the city during the annual Veterans Day ceremony.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Newport Exploring Use Of AI To Crack Down On Noise
Newport city officials say the system provides pinpointed, real-time data on excessive and potentially harmful decibel levels.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Cranston Seeking Snow Plow Drivers For Winter 2023-24
Private contractors with a pickup truck with four-wheel drive and a plow can make $95 an hour this winter keeping the roads clear.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
From 40s To 60s By The End Of The Week: RI Weekly Weather Forecast
Temperatures could reach 63 degrees by Friday in the Ocean State, but there is a slight chance of some rain.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Tiverton-Little Compton, RI|News|
Tiverton Police Launch Holiday Drives To Help Families, Seniors
Police launched Operation: Blue Santa and Santa for Seniors to help families and seniors this holiday season. See how to help.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
Coventry Tree Lighting Ceremony Planned For Dec. 1
Eight trees will be decorated by the graduating class of each of Coventry's schools.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Dog, Cat Food Recalled For Salmonella; More: PM Patch RI
Also: 2 charged in 3-year-old boy's drowning death; author advocates for clam cakes on Thanksgiving; local school gets national recognition.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
