Johnston, RI|News|
RIPTA Launches New Bus Service To Amazon Facility In Johnston
The new service aims to provide Johnston Amazon employees a reliable transit option that aligns with shift schedules.
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
Cranston|News|
Here's How Much It Costs To Raise A Child In RI
If you’ve been weighing the costs of having a baby or getting a dog, either is going to cost you in Rhode Island.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
North Kingstown, RI|News|
Ocean State Job Lot Sends 20 Tons Of Supplies For CA Wildfire Support
Donations include more than 20 tons of water, clothing for adults and children, non-perishable food, and cleaning and sanitization supplies.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Roger Williams Graphic Design Students Explore Japan Through Culture And Creativity
Ten Graphic Design majors created projects celebrating cross-cultural friendship and understanding, inspired by their studies abroad.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Think You’re Middle Class? Here’s How Much Money That Takes In RI
The barrier to entry for the middle class in Rhode Island is higher than in 35 other states, according to the Pew Research Center.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
New Assistant U.S. Attorney Appointed In Rhode Island
Taylor Dean will serve in the office’s criminal division, focusing on fraud, violent crime, narcotics, and complex financial crime.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
Providence Man Sentenced For Sexually Assaulting Child Several Times
Prosecutors say Kevin Frias, 42, of Providence, will serve 25 years in prison for molesting a girl under the age of 14.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
8-Year-Old Boy Who Saved Father's Life Honored By Celtics: PM Patch RI
Also: Elderly woman hit by car in parking lot, dies; how to see the brightest comet of 2025 in Rhode Island; more on the new Patriots coach.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
6 Assault Charges; A DUI; More: Cranston Police Arrest Log
The following people were arrested by Cranston police between Dec. 24 and Dec. 27.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Tiverton-Little Compton, RI|News|
Watch Out For Recent Text Scam: Tiverton Police
Tiverton police share information about a recent text message scam.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
How To See Brightest Comet Of 2025 Over RI This Week
It'll be the last chance to see Comet G3 Atlas over Rhode Island for another 160,000 years.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Woonsocket, RI|News|
Elderly MA Woman Dies After Being Hit By Car In Woonsocket Parking Lot
Woonsocket police say a 74-year-old woman from Bellingham, Massachusetts, died after being hit by a car over the weekend.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Frigid Nights, Some Windy Days: 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|
Boston Celtics Honor 8-Year-Old Kingston Boy As A 'Hero Among Us'
Kingston resident Nova Nascenzi, 8, saves his father's life after he fell off the roof of their home.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
Elementary School Employee Accused Of Assaulting Student: PM Patch RI
Also: RI officials setting fires to prevent larger wildfires; first nursing students graduate from Johnson & Wales; a water main break.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
Johnson & Wales University Celebrates First Nursing Degree Graduates
Johnson & Wales University launches its accelerated nursing program to help students who already have a degree become a nurse faster.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
3 Domestic Assaults; A Hit-And-Run; More: Coventry Police Arrest Log
The following people were arrested by Coventry police between Dec. 27 and Dec. 31.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Narragansett Looking For Land Conservancy Trust Volunteers
See the latest announcement from the Town of Narragansett.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
RI Environmental Officials Setting Fires To Prevent Large Wildfires
Expect planned burnings in Portsmouth, Coventry, Exeter, West Greenwich, Richmond, Glocester, Jamestown, and South Kingstown.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
6-Year-Old Student Left On School Bus; Frigid Days: 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
