Portsmouth, RI|News|
New REAL ID Options: What It Means In Rhode Island
States will be allowed to apply for a waiver to accept digital identification cards — as long as they comply with REAL ID protocols.
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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Cranston|News|
Daylight Saving Time Ends: When Does The Sun Set Sunday in RI?
Less daylight also means a higher chance of crashing into deer. Rhode Island ranks 10th in the U.S. in automobile-animal collisions.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
'Halloween Fireballs’ Possible In RI: When To Look Up
The Taurids are the only shooting star show with meteors from two debris streams. November’s is the last of four consecutive supermoons.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Medical Debt Relief On The Way For Qualifying Residents: PM Patch RI
Also: Lamborghini Bull Run returning to Newport Car Museum; ex-teacher convicted of molesting child; man accused of robbing bank; more.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
Hospital In RI Nationally Recognized For Excellence At Spine Center
Earning the "Gold Seal" from the Joint Commission recognizes a hospital's commitment to providing safe, quality patient care.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Citizens Bank Closing 4 Branches In Massachusetts
The Massachusetts locations are four of 15 Citizens banks closing across the United States, including ones in nearby New Hampshire and RI.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
New Medical Debt Relief Program Launches In Rhode Island
The program is a partnership with a nonprofit that buys medical debt from hospitals, doctors' officers and debt collectors.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Lamborghini Bull Run Returning To Newport Car Museum
Participating Lamborghini owners are participating in the Movember Men’s Challenge, a campaign to raise awareness for men's health issues.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Town Of Portsmouth: See Advisory Opinion For SouthCoast Wind Project
See the latest announcement from the Town of Portsmouth.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Woonsocket, RI|News|
Ex-Woonsocket Gym Teacher Convicted Of Molesting Child
Prosecutors prove Steven Porricelli, 53, of Warwick, sexually assaulted a girl under the age of 14 in 2023.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
Saladworks Closing Its 2 Rhode Island Restaurants
Saladworks announces the closures of both the Providence location on Fountain Street and the Warwick eatery on Bald Hill Road.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
North Kingstown, RI|News|
Ex-Police Officer Pleads Not Guilty In Fatal DUI Case: PM Patch RI
Also: RI State Police break ground on new public safety complex; assault at popular pub; excellent test scores; weekly weather forecast.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
North Kingstown, RI|News|
Retired Providence Cop Pleads Not Guilty To DUI In Fatal Crash
Police say a North Kingstown woman was riding a tricycle when she was hit from behind by a Jeep driven by Daniel Famiglietti, 59.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Tiverton-Little Compton, RI|News|
Little Compton Public Schools Finish No. 1 For English, Math RICAS
State data shows 68.3 percent of Little Compton students met or exceeded expectations on the English exam, while 65.5 percent did for math.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Assault At Blue Moon Pub; Felony Shoplifting: Cranston Police Log
The following people were arrested by Cranston police between Oct. 2 and Oct. 7.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Town Of Portsmouth: Meeting Regarding Rebuilding Transmission Lines
See the latest announcement from the Town of Portsmouth.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
North Kingstown, RI|News|
RI State Police Break Ground On New Public Safety Complex
The new facility in West Greenwich will replace the Wickford and Hope Valley barracks, serving as a hub for state police in southern RI.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Temperatures Expected To Hit Mid 70s Before Week Ends: RI Weather
Here's a look at this week's weather forecast for Rhode Island, as reported by AccuWeather.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
RI Energy Introducing 'Advanced Meters' In Portsmouth
See the latest announcement from the Town of Portsmouth.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
RI State Police ID Providence Man Killed In 3-Car I-95 Crash
RI State Police say a freight truck rear-ended a Honda Accord that was being towed by a Toyota Highlander, killing the Honda's driver.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
