Cranston|News|
Sunday In The 60s: Rhode Island Weekend Weather Foreast
Here's a look at the weekend weather, forecast for Rhode Island, as reported by AccuWeather.
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|
First Total Lunar Eclipse Since 2022 Is Tonight: How To Watch In
In a total lunar eclipse, the moon moves into the inner part of Earth’s shadow, or umbra, bathing the moon in darkness.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Pi Day 2025: Where To Find Deals On Pizzas, Pies And More In RI
While you don’t have to understand pi to claim the deals, it does help to understand what Pi Day is all about.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
These Are The Safest Rhode Island Hospitals, Report Says: PM Patch RI
Also: Man gets life sentence for killing woman in drive-by shooting; see possible impacts of Education Department cuts; an eatery refresh.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
Hemenway’s In Providence Reopen After Winter Renovations
A dining destination in Rhode Island for 40 years, Hemenway's reopened on March 5 with a refreshed raw bar and new menu items.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Roger Williams University Architecture Professor Named 2025 ACSA Distinguished Professor
Professor of Architecture Julian Bonder has been recognized by the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
Providence Man Gets Life In Prison For Killing Woman In Drive-By
Shawn Mann, 34, was sentenced Tuesday for the 2021 killing of Miya Brophy-Baermann, 24, and for the attempted murder of her boyfriend.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
These Are The Safest Rhode Island Hospitals, New Report Says
Healthgrades’ 2025 Patient Safety Excellence Awards recognize 442 hospitals in 40 states, representing the top 10 percent of U.S. hospitals.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Southwest Eliminates Bags Fly Free: What It Means For RI Travelers
Bag fees, layoffs and assigned seating are new at Southwest Airlines, which is a major carrier at T.F. Green International Airport
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
$3.5M In Unclaimed Tax Refunds Await Thousands In Rhode Island
Rhode Island taxpayers usually have three years to file and claim their tax refunds. The latest deadline is fast approaching.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Education Dept. To Cut Half Its Staff: See Possible RI Impacts
President Donald Trump has expressed his desire to dismantle the Department of Education.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Will IRS Layoffs Affect Tax Refund Timing?: PM Patch RI
Also: RI school could face antisemitism penalties, Trump administration says; Newport St. Patrick's Day Parade scheduled; more.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Will IRS Layoffs Affect Tax Refund Timing? How To Track Status In RI
With DOGE cutting thousands of probationary employees from the IRS, you may be wondering if your tax refund will be delayed this year.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
Coventry Gets $25K Grant To Address Climate Change Locally
Coventry was one of 13 communities to receive a grant from the Ocean State Climate Adaptation and Resilience (OSCAR) Fund Program.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
RI School Could Face Antisemitism Penalties, Trump Administration Says
The Trump administration has warned one university in Rhode Island it could face antisemitism penalties under the Civil Rights Act.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Newport's St. Patrick's Day Parade Returns Saturday
Police Chief Ryan Duffy will march in the parade and carry a traditional Irish shillelagh.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Scammers Posing As Officers In Fundraising Scam: Bristol Police
According to Bristol police, scammers are pretending to be associated with the local police union and claiming they are raising money.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Town Of South Kingstown: Zoning Board of Review Has Vacancies
The Zoning Board of Review has two vacancies for the alternate positions.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Bill Could Keep Level 3 Sex Offenders Away From Schools: PM Patch RI
Also: Man wins $35,000 on Patriots scratch ticket in Rhode Island; part of Route 146 A to close for bridge project; domestic cyberstalking.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
Domestic Cyberstalking; Shoplifting; More: Coventry Police Arrest Log
The following people were arrested by Coventry police between March 3 and Wednesday.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
