Cranston|News|
When Is The Last Frost Before Spring Gardening Can Start In RI?
See when to start your spring gardening and what vegetables and herbs you should plant first in Rhode Island.
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|
Rain And A Slight Temperature Dip: RI Weekend Weather Forecast
Here's a look at the weekend weather, forecast for Rhode Island, as reported by AccuWeather.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Roger Williams University Showcases Cybersecurity Excellence Among Top Competitors Of Elite Northeast Competition
RWU hosted the Northeast Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Woman In Critical Condition After Crashing Car Into Tree: PM Patch RI
Also: How 2 Trump policies could affect Rhode Islanders; a domestic felony assault; summer electricity rates; more.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Trump Administration Puts Brakes On EV Tax Credits: What To Know In RI
Critics say ending EV incentives hurts sales and domestic automakers. Supporters say if EVs are superior, they will sell without subsidies.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Town Of Portsmouth: Riverside Street Construction Happening Next Month
See the latest announcement from the Town of Portsmouth.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Domestic Felony Assault; DUI; Shoplifting: Cranston Police Arrest Log
The following people were arrested by Cranston police between Jan. 21 and Jan. 24.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
See Narragansett's Summer Electric Rates Compared To RI Energy
Most participants use “Narragansett Standard” which provides more renewable energy than RI Energy’s Last Resort Service.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Trump Signs Order Changing Election Rules: What That Means For RI
Swift constitutional challenges are expected. Article I of the nation’s founding charter gives states authority over running elections.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Woman In Critical Condition After Crashing Into Tree In Newport
The driver was taken to Rhode Island Hospital in Providence with severe injuries to her legs and pelvic bone, Newport police say.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
13 RI Bed And Breakfasts Recognized Nationally: PM Patch RI
Also: Woman accused of drunken driving with 8-yer-old child in the car; new funding to training primary care doctors, nurses; more.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
RI Puts $2.4M Towards Training New Primary Care Doctors, Nurses
The Rhode Island Department of Health Primary Care Training Sites Program began accepting applications this week.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Bristol/RWU Cooperative Committee Accepting Grant Applications From Local Groups, Individuals
Current funding cycle will award approximately $12,500 to projects that enhance the Bristol community.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Smithfield, RI|News|
MA Man Admits To Robbing Bank In Smithfield
Radelle Hubbard admits he told a Smithfield bank teller, "I have a gun, give me all the large bills from your drawer."
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Middletown, RI|News|
Middletown Police Looking For Hit-And-Run Crash Suspect
Middletown police have asked for the public's help finding a driver who struck a bicyclist in a hit-and-run crash on Sunday.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
13 RI Bed And Breakfasts Named Among Best In America, New Ranking Says
Newport in particular was well represented on U.S. News & World's list of the best bed and breakfasts in the United States.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Portsmouth Police: MA Woman Drunkenly Drives With 8-Year-Old In Car
Portsmouth police charge Kaleigh Maraglia, 33, of Bridgewater, Massachusetts, with DUI of liquor or drugs with a child passenger under 13.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Woman Reported Missing Found Alive, Caregiver Arrested: PM Patch RI
Also: 2 cars, home catch fire; $0.85 Blizzards available at Dairy Queen; most popular dog names revealed for several towns; more.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Tiverton-Little Compton, RI|News|
2 Cars, Home Catch Fire In Tiverton
When Tiverton firefighters arrived, they found two cars in flames, and the fire beginning to spread to the home.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
Coventry's Most Popular Dog Names Revealed
As Coventry pet owners get ready to re-license their pals, the town released the top dog names. Did your pooch's name make the cut?
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
