North Smithfield, RI|News|
Part Of Route 146 A In North Smithfield Closing For Bridge Project
During the closure, traffic will need to follow a detour using Smithfield Road and Greenville Road to access Route 146.
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
Posting Activity
Newport, RI|News|
Total Lunar Eclipse On Pi Day: When To Look Up In Rhode Island
It’s a nerdy but delightful coincidence that a significant portion of the eclipse will take place on Pi Day.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Bill Introduced To Keep Level 3 Sex Offenders Away From RI Schools
State Rep. Richard Fascia introduces a bill that would prevent registered level three sex offenders from being within 300 feet of a school.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Mild Spring-Like Days Ahead: 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
Coventry, RI|News|
Coventry Man Wins $35K On Patriots RI Lottery Game
A Coventry man, who typically doesn’t buy $5 tickets, decides to take a chance on the Patriots ticket.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
3 Shoplifting Charges; Domestic Assault; More: Coventry Police Log
The following people were arrested by Coventry police between Saturday and Monday.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Roger Williams University: Roger Williams University Presents 'Roger Williams And His World'
An RWU History Professor and historical reenactor bring to life the story and legacy of the founder of Providence.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
2nd Man Admits Role In $143K Fraud Scheme Thwarted By Portsmouth PD
A NY man admits to a federal judge he was part of a conspiracy that tried to defraud banks in Rhode Island and nine other states.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
North Kingstown, RI|News|
Tree Work Will Close A Road In North Kingstown Monday, Tuesday
The North Kingstown Department of Public Works will perform tree work on Old Baptist Road, which means detours will be set up.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Here's How RI's Tax Burden Compares To Other States
As tax season looms, a new study examines how much Ocean Staters are shelling out compared to the rest of the country.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
14 Hurt In Crash With Tractor Trailer, A Dozen Cars: 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
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Roger Williams Architecture Students Win Award For Bristol Town Beach Project
The Freedom by Design team at RWU transformed the Bristol Town Beach gatehouse, blending functionality with aesthetic appeal.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Armed Suspect Arrested After Shelter In Place At College: PM Patch RI
Also: Man accused of making obscene, threatening calls to nine women; what potential closure of Department of Education means; more.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Lincoln, RI|News|
Armed Suspect Arrested After Shelter In Place At Lincoln CCRI Campus
Campus police issue a shelter in place after a 911 call reported someone with a gun at the Community College of Rhode Island in Lincoln.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
CA Man Accused Of Making Obscene, Threatening Calls To RI, MA Women
Federal prosecutors say Justin Glauthier, 30, of Anaheim, California, repeatedly called and harassed at least nine women.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
$2K Scholarship Available For Newport County Students Pursuing Art
The $2,000 scholarship is open to any Newport County high school senior who plans to continue their arts education after graduation.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Windy, Mild Days Ahead: RI Weekend Weather Forecast
Here's a look at the weekend weather, forecast for Rhode Island, as reported by AccuWeather.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Trump Prepares Order To Close Dept. Of Education: See RI Impacts
The executive order could be signed as early as Thursday; a draft emphasizes returning education decisions to the states.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Town Of Portsmouth Looking To Hire A Building Inspector
See the latest announcement from the Town of Portsmouth.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Tiverton-Little Compton, RI|News|
Tiverton Man Caught With Stolen Gun, Metal Knuckles: Police
Tiverton police say David Sousa, 36, had a gun that was reported stolen out of Massachusetts.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
