Cranston|News|
COVID Levels 'High' In RI Amid 'Largest Summer Wave Yet'
Rhode Island is one of 17 states reporting "high" levels of wastewater viral activity as of Aug. 9.
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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Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Roger Williams University Launches Scholarships For Trades Education
See how Roger Williams University is working to address the labor shortage and skills gap.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
RI Corrections Deputy Chief Facing Child Pornography Charges
Rhode Island State Police arrest Seth Crosby,46, of Cranston, the deputy chief of the RI Department of Corrections' Special Investigations.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
Coventry Teen Reported Missing
Colton Picard was last seen around 6 a.m. Tuesday at his home in Coventry. Police say he was wearing a black hoodie and black sweatpants.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Here’s What La Niña Could Mean For Winter Temps, Snowfall In RI
Overall, The Farmers’ Almanac winter 2025 forecast calls for "rapid-fire storms that will bring both rain and snow, with little downtime."
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
See RI's 5 Fastest Growing Start-Ups: PM Patch RI
Also: Help grade RI State Police for accreditation; RI's best restaurant for cheap eats; 3 domestic assaults; a DUI; more.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Public Comment Open For RI State Police Accreditation Process
The honor provides a national mark of excellence for the agencies which pursue and receive the accreditation.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Pawtucket, RI|News|
This Restaurant Has RI's Best Cheap Eats, New Ranking Says
Cheap eat ratings nationally considered price, as well as Yelp reviews.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
3 Domestic Assaults; A DUI; More: Cranston Police Arrest Log
The following people were arrested by Cranston police between Aug. 3 and Aug. 5.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
5 RI Startups Among Fastest-Growing In America: New Ranking
The RI companies on the list have experienced rapid revenue growth while navigating inflation, rising interest costs, and hiring challenges.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Town Of Narragansett: Final Canvass For The Primary Election Approaching
Notice is hereby given that there will be a meeting of the Board of Canvassers of the Town of Narragansett, RI held at the Town Hall.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Elderly Woman Dies After Being Hit By SUV: PM Patch RI
Also: Some more comfortable temperatures coming; scammers posing as federal court officials; police supporting a school supply drive; more.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
Sexual Assault; Domestic Cyberstalking: Coventry Police Arrest Log
The following people were arrested by Coventry police between Aug. 3 and Thursday.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Temperatures Comfortable In Low 80s; Some Rain: RI 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|
South Kingstown Police Helping With Elks Club School Supply Drive
South Kingstown police say all school supply donations will benefit local students.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Elderly Cranston Woman Dies After Being Hit By SUV
Once the driver realized she hit someone, she sprinted to a nearby home to get help, Cranston police say.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Town Of South Kingstown: Facade Improvement Grants Now Being Reviewed
See the latest announcement from the Town of South Kingstown.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Town Of Narragansett: See The Zoning and Planning Board of Review Public Hearing Schedule
Kambrie Enterprises, Plat N-G, Lot 182, 80 Old Pine Road, for relief under Chapter 731 of the Code of Ordinances of the Town of Narragan ...
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Scammers Posing As Federal Court Officials Target RI Residents
Those who believe they have received a scam call should call the U.S. District Court of Rhode Island at 401-752-7200.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
4 RI Counties Among Healthiest In U.S.; A Fatal 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
