Cranston|News|
Felony Shoplifting; 3 Assaults: Cranston Police Arrest Log
The following people were arrested by Cranston police between Jan. 12 and Jan. 15.
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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North Kingstown, RI|News|
North Kingstown Police Joining Community For Night Of Free Bowling
Snacks and refreshments will be provided. Prizes can also be won.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Domestic Felony Assault; DUI; More: Coventry Police Arrest Log
The following people were arrested by Coventry police between Feb. 14 and Thursday.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Apartment Complex Fire Displaces Dozens Of People: PM Patch RI
Also: How to help Coventry police K-9 win $12k; big changes coming to U.S. Postal Service; warmer temperatures coming, but also rain.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
How To Help Coventry Police Win A $12K Grant For K-9 Jovie
The contest is being run by the Hometown Foundation, a nonprofit which helps deserving law enforcement agencies and their K-9 units.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Trump Considering Big Changes For Postal Service: What To Know In RI
U.S. Rep. Seth Magaziner (D-Rhode Island), co-sponsors a bill in an effort to prevent the privatization of the U.S. Postal Service.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Tiverton-Little Compton, RI|News|
Tiverton Animal Control Holding Rabies Clinic, Dog Licensing Event
Tiverton Animal Control and Salty Paws will hold an event next month with dog licensing and rabies clinic.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Johnston, RI|News|
Apartment Complex Fire Displaces Residents Of 36 Units: Reports
Even units that did not suffer fire damage were affected, as the flames cut ff power to the entire apartment building.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Back In The 50s, But Expect Some Rain: 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 Hosting Short-Term Rental Discussion
See the latest announcement from the Town of Narragansett.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Condo Fire Ruled An Arson, Man Arrested: PM Patch RI
Also: 2 URI professors teach class underwater; man convicted for shooting at home that had three children inside; two high-speed chases.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
RI's Best Employers To Work For; Possible DOGE Money: 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
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
2 URI Professors Teach Class Underwater
In one class, URI students dive 20 feet down in the eastern Mediterranean Sea to explore an ancient Roman shipwreck.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Warwick, RI|News|
Warwick Man Convicted For Shooting At Neighbor's Home With Kids Inside
Stephen Shoesmith, 49, of Warwick, admits to police he shot at his neighbor's home while he was inebriated.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Woonsocket, RI|News|
Police In Woonsocket And MA Looking For Man Who Led Them On 2 Chases
Police have accused the suspect of dressing as an employee to gain access to a woman's workplace.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Roger Williams University Journalism Alumna Wins Emmy For Reporting On Deadly Law Enforcement Attack
Regional Emmy recognizes excellence in local television news.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Portsmouth Man Charged With Arson In Newport Condo Fire
Newport police say Joseph Fragata, 56, of Portsmouth, set fire to condos at the Misty Harbor Condominiums at 26 West Narragansett Avenue.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Real ID Deadline Approaches: What RI Residents Need To Know
Here’s what Rhode Island residents need to know about getting their Real ID Act before the May 7, 2025, deadline.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Condo Fire Displaces 5 People: PM Patch RI
Also: Woman sentenced for smuggling drugs into prison; info about potential $5,000 DOGE stimulus checks; weekend weather forecast; more.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
When Does Daylight Saving Time Begin? What To Know In RI
There’s a chance it could be the last time we “spring forward,” as the practice on the second Sunday in March has become known.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
