Central Falls, RI|News|
RI Federal Prisoner Admits To Smuggling In Drugs
Prosecutors say the inmate used his personal relationship with an attorney to get the drugs without having visits behind glass windows.
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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Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
In Roger Williams University's Blue Entrepreneurship Course, ‘The Drunken Tilapia' Aquaponics Startup Captures Pitch Prize
A new interdisciplinary marine science and business course is making waves at Roger Williams University.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
COVID Vaccine Rule Changes Proposed: What To Know In Rhode Island
Some new rules are proposed for who should get the COVID vaccine booster. Here's what to know:
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Massive Fire Ravages Matunuck Oyster Bar In South Kingstown
About 35 firefighters were called to the fire as strong winds made the flames challenging to extinguish.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Drug Charges; A DUI; More: Cranston Police Arrest Log
The following people were arrested by Cranston police between Feb. 16 and Feb. 20.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Town Of Narragansett: New Utility Billing System Being Used
The Town has converted to a new utility billing system and June 2025 will be the first time that bills are issued from the new system.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Spring Nor'easter To Bring RI Heavy Rain, High Winds, Coastal Flooding
Up to 2 inches of rain could fall as a winter-like storm brings a harsh chill to Rhode Island later this week.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Newport Police, CRU Café Teaming Up For Summer Toy Drive
See how you can make sure local children have plenty of fun activities to do this summer.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
This Restaurant Makes The Best Burger In RI, Popular Food Website Says
There’s no one way to prepare a burger, and Rhode Island's best joint lives by that statement with a lot of creativity.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Roger Williams University: RWU Class Of 2025 Urged To Embrace Discomfort, Pursue Their Dreams And Careers With Purpose
Cole Brauer, the first American woman to sail solo nonstop around the world, inspires resilience in commencement address.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
North Kingstown, RI|News|
Ex-North Kingstown High School Coach Acquitted Of Sex Crimes
Former North Kingstown High School boys basketball coach Aaron Thomas was acquitted of child molestation in the "naked fat test" scandal.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
2 People From RI Win Big Lottery Jackpots
One win was from an online instant game, and the other from a traditional scratch ticket.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
An Unseasonably Cold Week: 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
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Town Of Narragansett: Fire Hydrants In Process Of Being Flushed
This is a semi-annual procedure to remove organic material and sediment that accumulates in the water main and to check its operation.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
3 RI Hospitals Named To Elite List: PM Patch RI
Also: Celebrate "Penguin Palooza" at the zoo; Parkinson's risk for those who live near golf courses; a new farmers' marker; more.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Roger Williams University Dancers Earn Top Honors At Regional ACDA Conference
Two student-choreographed pieces from RWU were selected for the prestigious Gala Concert.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
3 RI Hospitals Named To Elite List For Patient Experience
Healthgrades said the 2025 Outstanding Patient Experience Awards were given to only given to 15 percent of hospitals nationwide.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
It Could Cost You $100K A Year To Attend This College In RI
More than half of the 30 most expensive colleges have tuition costs of more than $70,000 a year.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
A New Farmers Market; Firefighters On Wheel Of Fortune: 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
Providence, RI|News|
Roger Williams Park Zoo To Celebrate 'Penguin Palooza'
Find out when you can meet a dozen quirky, sun-loving penguins in Rhode Island.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
