Cranston|News|
Another Mill Fire Burns; Police K-9 To Be Euthanized: PM Patch RI
Also: 2 men accused of drunken driving; swarms of dragonflies hit Rhode Island shores; a teacher makes a difference; toxic algae blooms.
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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Coventry, RI|News|
4 Assaults; Cyberstalking; Felony Shoplifting; Coventry Police Log
The following people were arrested by Coventry police between July 27 and Saturday.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Teacher Spotlight: Paula Rekos Makes A Difference In South Kingstown
Patch has partnered with T-Mobile to recognize teachers and show them how much they’re valued and appreciated.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Cranston Police K-9 Blesk To Be Euthanized Due To Illness
Cranston police say K-9 Blesk served seven years with the department and helped find missing people and discover narcotics.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Town Of Portsmouth Hiring Civilian Fire Dispatchers
See the latest announcement from the Town of Portsmouth.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Toxic Blue-Green Algae Blooms At Almy Pond In Newport
RI Department of Health officials say people shouldn't drink water or eat fish from the pond. Avoid fishing, boating, and kayaking.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
2 Men Charged With DUIs Overnight In South Kingstown
South Kingstown police say one of the men resisted arrest, while the other crashed into a utility truck working on Bridgetown Road.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Town Of South Kingstown: Ageless Pilates Stopping Until Fall
See the latest announcement from the Town of South Kingstown.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
2 Portsmouth Streets Closed Due To Gas Leak
Police say residents in the area are safe, and there is no cause for concern. But traffic will be restricted while repairs are made.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Town Of South Kingstown Looking For Election Poll Workers
The South Kingstown Board of Canvassers is looking for people willing to work at the polls on Election Day.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Town Of South Kingstown: Facade Improvement Grant Deadline Is End Of Month
See the latest announcement from the Town of South Kingstown.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
2 RI Beaches Reopen For Swimming After Bacteria-Related Closures
The beaches were closed for swimming Wednesday over their bacteria levels in the water.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
A Hit-And-Run Crash; DUI; More: Coventry Police Arrest Log
The following people were arrested by Coventry police between July 23 and Saturday.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
High Bacteria Levels Close 8 Beaches; Veggie Recall: 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
Cranston|News|
How Much Do RI Undocumented Immigrants Pay In Taxes?: PM Patch RI
Also: Man charged with DUI after striking utility pole; local ice cream shop changing ownership; thunderstorms this weekend; toxic algae.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Narragansett Man Charged With DUI After Crashing Into Pole: Police
South Kingstown police say John Disano, 53, was also caught with drugs that the department is testing, which may result in more charges.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Town Of Portsmouth: Summer Music & Entertainment Series 2024
See the latest announcement from the Town of Portsmouth.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
RI Undocumented Immigrants Pay $95 Million In Taxes Yearly: Study
See how much tax revenue Rhode Island receives from undocumented immigrants compared to state hotel and alcohol taxes.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Brickley's In Narragansett Changes Name, Under New Ownership
The Boston Neck Road location will still serve ice cream, just under a new name.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Thunderstorms Possible For 3 Straight Days: RI Weekend Weather
Here's a look at the weekend weather, forecast for Rhode Island, as reported by AccuWeather.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
