Cranston|News|
2 Domestic Assaults; A Drug Charge; More: Cranston Police Arrest Log
The following people were arrested by Cranston police between May 7 and May 11.
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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Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Town Of South Kingstown: South Kingstown Senior Services Temporarily Suspends Transportation Program
South Kingstown Senior Services regrets to announce the temporary suspension of the senior transportation program
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
30 Guns Stolen From Store; Newport Hotel Gets Upgrades: PM Patch RI
Also: 2 firefighters injured in hit-and-run crash; 'underperforming' Stop & Shop stores could close; 6 injured in crash involving work van.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Renovations Complete At Hampton Inn & Suites Newport-Middletown
The renovations at the Hampton include a new lobby with a coastal theme, a larger fitness center, new beds, bathrooms, furniture, and more.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Shark Attacks Up In U.S.: How Common Is It Rhode Island?
There were 36 shark attacks in U.S. waters last year, more than half of the 69 bites reported worldwide.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
A Warm, Sunny Weekend Perfect For Getting Outside: 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|
'Underperforming' Stop & Shop Stores To Close, RI Locations Await Fate
Stop & Shop, which has 27 stores in Rhode Island, plans to close "underperforming" locations.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
2 Coventry Firefighters Injured In A Hit-And-Run Crash
As the firefighters got out of their truck to respond to an emergency, a car slammed into the side of the vehicle, injuring two.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Here's How Much Teachers In RI Make, New Data Shows
Noting low pay limits the ability of schools to attract and retain teachers, the NEA warned a widespread educator shortage is looming.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
6 Injured After Crash Involving Work Van And Car In Portsmouth
Ladders from the work van went through the car's windshield during the crash, Portsmouth fire officials say.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
RI's Most Popular Baby Names In 2023 Were Noah and Charlotte
See the top 10 male and female baby names in Rhode Island for children born in 2023.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Food Hub With Pizza, Ice Cream, More Opening At East Bay Bike Path
The Point East Bay will focus on pizza sandwiches and salads. Tizzy-K's will also bring their ice cream to the bike path food hub in Warren.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
DUI; Drug Charges; Assault; Shoplifting: Coventry Police Arrest Log
The following people were arrested by Coventry police between May 12 and May 21.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Johnston, RI|News|
RI Man Sentenced For Trafficking Enough Fentanyl To Kill Millions
Jonathan King, 33, of Johnston, admits he sold thousands of fentanyl-laced pills throughout Rhode Island with the help of his family.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Woman Accused Of Drunken Driving With 2 Children In Car: PM Patch RI
Also: Bat found at Roger Williams Park tests positive for rabies; man charged with child pornography possession; 1,800 bikes gifted to kids.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Portsmouth Woman Drives Drunk With 2 Children In The Car: Police
Police say Heather Joseph, 44, of Portsmouth, drove almost a mile before she pulled over for officers trying to stop her on Burma Road.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Portsmouth Man Charged With Possessing Child Pornography
Portsmouth police say Stephen Farrea, 34, of Portsmouth, was caught with pictures of sexually explicit conduct between minors.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Town Of Narragansett: Shelter Training Day Scheduled
See the latest announcement from the Town of Narragansett.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
North Kingstown, RI|News|
Ocean State Customers Donate 1,800 Bikes To Children Of Veterans
An Ocean State spokesperson says the donated bikes will be distributed with the help of partners such as the American Legion, VFW, and more.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Drunken Driving Nearly 3 Times Over Legal Limit: Cranston Police Log
The following people were arrested by Cranston police between May and May 6.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
