Portsmouth, RI|News|
Town Of Portsmouth: Ade Bethune House/Portsmouth Senior Center Groundbreaking Ceremony Scheduled
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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North Kingstown, RI|News|
Woman Who Went Missing Found Safe: North Kingstown Police
North Kingstown police say Julia McKay was found safe.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
2 Newport Men Arrested On Crack Cocaine Charges
Newport police say one of the men was also caught with a gun he legally was not allowed to own.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Halloween Heat Wave?: Near Record Highs Expected For Trick-Or-Treaters
After a cold snap to start the week, temperatures could be near 80 degrees on Halloween across Rhode Island.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Woman Missing; Man Dies In 3-Car Crash: 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
Newport, RI|News|
RI Town Among Most Haunted In U.S., Today Says: PM Patch RI
Also: Man breaks RI fishing record; more haunted places in the Ocean State; a beautiful weekend; Applebee's fire deemed accidental; more.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Newport Named Among The 5 Most Haunted Towns In The U.S.,Today Says
Known for its rich history and Victorian era mansions, Newport has plenty for paranormal enthusiasts to check out.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
NJ Man Catches Record-Breaking Fish In Newport Waters
The record-breaking catch for a tautog came in at 33 inches long and 22 pounds, state officials say.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Roger Williams University: Homecoming And Family Weekend Brings Community Together In Celebration
With over 400 families and 100 alumni in attendance, the Bristol campus buzzed with excitement and camaraderie.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
A Fentanyl Charge; 4 Domestic Assaults: Cranston Police Arrest Log
The following people were arrested by Cranston police between Sept. 27 and Oct. 2.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
A Sunny Weekend, But Temperatures Dropping: RI Weekend Weather
Here's a look at the weekend weather, forecast for Rhode Island, as reported by AccuWeather.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
What IRS Inflation Adjustments, Bracket Changes Mean To RI Tax Filers
The idea is to protect against what’s called “bracket creep” — a situation where inflation pushes tax filers into a higher tax bracket.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
What’s The Creepiest, Most Haunted Place In RI? Here Are 4 Hints.
What’s the scariest, most haunted place in Rhode Island? Thrillist, Business Insider, Forbes and HGTV have thoughts.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Scammer Posing As Bristol Police Sergeant, Department Warns
According to police, the scammer is calling people and pretending to be a Bristol police sergeant, detective, or officer.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Tiverton-Little Compton, RI|News|
DEA Drug Take-Back Day 2024: Where To Go In Tiverton
Tiverton residents can drop off tablets, pills, capsules, patches and other solid forms of prescription drugs, along with vaping devices.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
E. Coli Linked To McDonald’s Quarter Pounders: What To Know In RI
Here are five things Rhode Island residents need to know about the recent E. Coli outbreak linked to McDonald's.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
North Kingstown, RI|News|
North Kingstown Police Looking For Missing Woman
Police say Julia McKay was last seen on Cold Springs Lane, which is located off Boston Neck Road in North Kingstown.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Roger Williams University: HousingWorks RI At RWU Releases 2024 Housing Fact Book
In the 2024 Housing Fact Book, HousingWorks RI reviews 20-year trends and continues to highlight affordability challenges in Rhode Island.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Local Educator Wins 'Oscars of Teaching': PM Patch RI
Also: Johnson & Wales first to offer three-year, 90-credit bachelor's programs; free lead testing for child care facilities; more.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Johnson & Wales Launches 3-Year Bachelor's Programs For 4 Majors
The programs are the first to be approved for any on-ground, three-year, 90-96 credit programs in the U.S., school officials say.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
