Portsmouth, RI|News|
Aquidneck Food Pantry Receives $15K Grant From BJ's Wholesale Club
The $15,000 grant supports the Aquidneck Food Pantry's Fresh Food Initiative.
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|
Mostly Dry Weather, With Temperatures Cooling: RI Weekend Weather
Here's a look at the weekend weather, forecast for Rhode Island, as reported by AccuWeather.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Kyle Rekas To Be Sworn-In As Narragansett Police Chief On Friday
Kyle Rekas joined Narragansett police as a patrol officer in 1999, and quickly rose through the ranks until he became a captain in 2018.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
The 5 Best Hospitals In Rhode Island: New National Ranking
Five Rhode Island hospitals were among a list of 700 nationwide recognized in Newsweek's rankings.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Pawtucket, RI|News|
Pawtucket Election 2024 Results: Donald Grebien Leads Mayor Race
According to unofficial election results, Democratic Pawtucket Mayor Donald Grebien appears to be headed for another term.
Jimmy Bentley and Cailin Loesch, Patch Staff
Woonsocket, RI|News|
Woonsocket Election 2024 Results: Beauchamp Leads In Mayoral Race
According to unofficial results, Mayor Christopher Beauchamp leads with 5,5,26 votes over John Ward, who garnered 5,128.
Jimmy Bentley and Cailin Loesch, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Cranston Election 2024 Results: Hopkins Leads For Another Term
According to unofficial election results, the Republican mayor leads over Democratic challenger Robert Ferri 18,530 votes to 16,379.
Jimmy Bentley and Cailin Loesch, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Rhode Island Election 2024 Results: See How State Rep., Senate Went
Besides the presidential election, Rhode Islanders also cast ballots for more than 40 races in the general assembly.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
RI Presidential Election 2024 Results: AP Calls Race For Whitehouse
The Associated Press also declares Kamala Harris the winner in the Ocean State, securing her four electoral votes.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Bristol Man Dies After Being Hit By Pickup Truck
Bristol police say the crash victim was pinned under the truck and died after being rushed to Rhode Island Hospital in Providence.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
Coventry Man Accused Of Causing Disturbance At Voting Location
Police say Timothy Masse, 33, confronted voters and election staff, yelled obscenities at them, and interfered with polling operations.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Veterans Day 2024: Discounts, Freebies And Deals In RI
Some deals start this weekend. A military ID or proof of military service or veteran status is required on most deals.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Unleash The Excitement: RWU's Dog Park Creates A Haven For Canines And Companions
Roger's Dog Park offers a space where the campus community can come together and bond over their love for furry friends.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island, RI|News|
Election 2024: Rhode Island Voter Guide For Tuesday, Nov. 5
Here is everything you need to know about the Nov. 5 general election in Rhode Island.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Domestic Assault; A DUI; Shoplifting: Cranston Polie Arrest Log
The following people were arrested by Cranston police between Friday and Monday.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Roger Williams University Study On Germicidal Ultraviolet Technology Aims To Inform Public Health Application
Assistant Professor of Public Health P. Jacob Beuno de Mesquita receives grant to research GUV effectiveness.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Tiverton-Little Compton, RI|News|
15 RI Ponds, Lakes Getting Stocked With Trout For Veterans Day Fishing
See where you can catch rainbow and brook trout in Rhode Island during the Veterans Day weekend.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
North Kingstown, RI|News|
5th Grade North Kingstown Student Charged With Making Threat: Report
Police evacuate a school bus heading to Quidnessett Elementary School in North Kingstown, because of a false bomb threat.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Tiverton-Little Compton, RI|News|
Little Compton Fire Department: Wilbur McMahon Students Visit The Firehouse
See the latest announcement from the Little Compton Fire Department.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
187,412 Ballots Already Cast In RI: See Latest Data
Rhode Islanders join nearly 76.5 million Americans who have cast mail-in or early in-person votes.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
