Coventry, RI|News|
Blue-Green Algae Advisory Lifted At Carbuncle Pond In Coventry
The pond is now safe again for fishing, boating and kayaking, state officials said.
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|
When Do You Stop For A School Bus? Know The Law In RI
Not stopping for school buses in Rhode Island can result in a hefty fine and a license suspension.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Rare Infection Kills RI Resident Who Swam With An Open Wound: RIDOH
RIDOH officials say be aware of the potential dangers of vibrio bacteria if you have an open wound and enter salt or brackish water.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
3 RI Beaches Close To Swimming Due To High Bacteria Levels
Beaches in Warwick and South Kingstown close to swimming due to high bacteria counts.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Remnants Of Tropical Storm Debby Coming: RI Weekend Weather Forecast
Here's a look at the weekend weather, forecast for Rhode Island, as reported by AccuWeather.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Woonsocket, RI|News|
Scammers Steal $100K From Woonsocket Area Residents: Police
Police say the scammers tell victims their Wi-Fi, television, internet, and PayPal accounts have been hacked, and they must send bitcoin.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Town Of Narragansett: See Livability Workshop Schedule For September
See the latest announcement from the Town of Narragansett.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Police Looking For Jewelry Theft Suspect; New JWU Program: PM Patch RI
Also: RI man arrested in connection to VT officer-involved shooting; drug charges; felony shoplifting; meteors this weekend; more.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Drug Charges; Felony Shoplifting; More: Cranston Police Arrest Log
The following people were arrested by Cranston police between Thursday and Saturday.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Perseid Meteor Shower 2024 Peaks This Weekend: How To Watch In RI
The National Weather Service forecast for the peak dates calls for clear skies at night in Rhode Island for this meteor shower.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Johnson & Wales Launching New Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
Johnson & Wales hopes to have its first cohort of doctoral physical therapy students enrolled in June 2025.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Newport Police Looking For Jewelry Theft Suspect
Anyone with information is asked to call Det. RJ Cooper at 401-845-5759, or email him at rcooper@cityofnewport.com.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Town Of Narragansett: Planning Board Hearing Scheduled For Clarke Road Subdivision -
Notice is hereby given that the Narragansett Planning Board will hold a public hearing to review the preliminary plan.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Man Who Molested Child Gets 25-Year Prison Sentence: PM Patch RI
Also: Man killed after getting hit by car while in crosswalk; 4 RI counties among the healthiest U.S. communities; oyster gardens; more.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Town Of Narragansett: Update To Short-Term Rentals
The rental registration for rental properties such as academic, annual rentals and rentals greater than thirty days is still required.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Roger Williams University Students Create Unique Vertical Oyster Gardens On The RWU Waterfront
Florida-based Oyster Boys Conservation visited the Bristol campus to demonstrate their oyster gardens.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
South Kingstown Man Gets 25-Year Prison Sentence For Molesting A Child
Prosecutors say the victim of Rudolph Bliss, 55, of South Kingstown, was under the age of 14.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Newport Man Dies After Being Hit By Car While In Crosswalk
According to police, a 56-year-old Newport man struck the victim while they were crossing the street in a crosswalk on Broadway.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
4 RI Counties Among the Healthiest Communities In America: U.S. News
Rhode Island was among the top three states for community levels health scores in the analysis, along with Iowa and New Hampshire.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
July Water Bills Delayed In Newport
Newport city officials say the delay was caused by vendor technical issues impacting the ability to issue monthly statements.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
