Portsmouth, RI|News|
Town Of Portsmouth: RIBridges Data Breach Info
See the latest announcement from the Town of Portsmouth.
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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Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Narragansett High School Launching Sports Medicine, Trainer Program
Applications are now open for all high school students across Rhode Island interested in careers in sports medicine and athletic training.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Local Hospital Getting Big Upgrades To ER, Patient Rooms: PM Patch RI
Also: Man on probation caught with $36,000 worth of stolen checks, feds say; minimum wage going up; 2 water main breaks in one day; more.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Here’s How Much Minimum Wage Will Go Up In RI On Jan. 1
The pay raises taking effect Jan. 1 will increase worker pay by about $5.7 billion in the 21 states that are boosting the minimum wage.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
The Miriam Hospital In Providence Getting Key Upgrades
Construction at the hospital will focus on upgrading the emergency department and inpatient units.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
RI Man On Federal Probation Caught With $36K In Stolen Checks: Feds
Prosecutors say Edmilson Rodrigues, 26, was also caught with materials used to steal mail from large U.S. Postal Service receptacles.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
Domestic Assault; Vandalism; More: Coventry Police Arrest Log
The following people were arrested by Coventry police between Dec. 8 and Dec. 11.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
2 Water Main Breaks In Newport Close Roads
Newport police ask residents to seek alternate routes on two sections of city roads due to water main breaks.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
See Forecast For Christmas Eve And Day: Rhode Island Weekly Weather
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 South Kingstown: Transfer Station Holiday Hours
See the holiday hours for the Rose Hill Regional Transfer Station.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
Providence Outdoor Skating Rink Reopening With Upgrades
Upgrades included a new cold floor, a state-of-the-art chiller system, and clear dasher boards.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Party City To Close All Stores, Including 2 In Rhode Island: Report
The chain was hit hard when people stopped having parties during the COVID-19 pandemic and has struggled since with supply chain issues.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
These Are The Best Schools In RI: 2024 Rankings
See rankings for Rhode Island schools from elementary, middle, and high school to college.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
The Last White Christmas Was When?; CVS Lawsuit; More: 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|
Town Of South Kingstown: Christmas Tree Recycling With The Scouts
See the latest announcement from the Town of South Kingstown.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Dead Dog Found In Trash Bag By Pond: PM Patch RI
Also: Car insurance premiums surge in Rhode Island; Aquidneck Island getting a pickleball complex; Providence residents wins $50,000.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
DUI With Child In The Car; Breaking And Entering: Coventry Police Log
The following people were arrested by Coventry police between Dec. 1 and Dec. 8.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Newport Pickleball Club Opening This Month
The facility will feature 11 indoor courts with noise controls, a dedicated space for private events, a restaurant, and a sports bar.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Roger Williams University: Abdelrahman Receives Two Faculty Fellowships Supporting Aquaculture Research And Community Outreach
Fellowships recognize commitment to science communication and addressing issues of diversity and inclusion in scientific outreach.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Car Insurance Surges In RI: Here's Why, And What You Can Do
Rhode Island drivers on average pay more for car insurance than residents of neighboring states, Massachusetts and Connecticut.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
