Across Rhode Island|News|
Rhode Island Freeze Warning In Effect Thursday Night
Frost and freezing conditions could kill crops and other sensitive plants, and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
- Across Rhode Island
Joseph Hosey was with Patch from 2010 to 2017 and returned in 2025. Hosey is a National Press Club John Aubuchon Press Freedom Award winner, was named the Northern Illinois University Journalist of the Year, was inducted into the Northern Illinois University Hall of Fame, and won Columnist of the Year awards from both the Illinois Associated Press and the Illinois Press Association. Hosey authored a book about the Drew Peterson case, "Fatal Vows: The Tragic Wives of Sergeant Drew Peterson," which was made into the record-setting Lifetime movie "Drew Peterson: Untouchable."
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Johnston, RI|News|
Wingstop Opens 1st Ever Rhode Island Restaurant
Wingstop's first Rhode Island restaurant opened in Johnston.
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Boston, MA|News|
Joan Bennett Kennedy, 1st Wife Of Late Sen. Ted Kennedy, Dies
Joan Bennett Kennedy was 81.
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Bedford, MA|News|
Robbery Victim Target Of Gun Attack While Reporting Crime: Cops
The victim of the robbery — and the gun attack — emerged unscathed, police said.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
University of Rhode Island's Named Atlantic 10 Men's Soccer Rookie of the Week
Vojvodic leads Rhode Island in four goals and nine points, according to the university.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
University Of Rhode Island Hosting Its 1st-Ever 'Bandapalooza'
The afternoon jamboree of music for winds and percussion will be conducted by professor Brian Cardany.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Tennessean Apprehended By Rhode Island State Police: Cops
The Memphis man was arrested by the Rhode Island State Police Gaming Enforcement Unit, police said.
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Providence, RI|News|
Woonsocket 'Guy Holding The Little Girl' Caused Intoxicated Crashes: Cops
The Woonsocket man rear-ended a vehicle, fled and then rear-ended another vehicle, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Rhode Island International Airport Makes Conde Nast Top 10
Conde Nast ranked Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport the ninth best airport in the entire country.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
Rhode Island Ranks High On New List Of Safest States
Check out how the Ocean State stacks up against the rest of the country when it comes to a variety of safety measures.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
Heavy Rain, Patchy Fog Possible In Rhode Island: NWS
A half to three-quarters of an inch of rain could fail Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
10 Things To Do With Your Kids This Fall In Rhode Island
Make time for these great events.
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Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Narragansett Accepting Firefighter Applications
Immediate openings are available, the town said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
West Warwick, RI|News|
West Warwick Residents Targeted By Scammers Posing As Police: Cops
The scammers threaten to arrest residents for missing federal court appearances, police said.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
Feds Nabbed 17 Rhode Island Gang Members, Fugitives and Drug Dealers In 3 Months: FBI
The arrests were made as part of a "nationwide effort to crush violent crime," the FBI said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
FBI Boston Division Arrests 404 In 3 Months In 'Operation Summer Heat'
The arrests were made as part of a "nationwide effort to crush violent crime," the FBI said.
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East Providence, RI|News|
New Seafood Restaurant Opening In Providence
The seafood restaurant is set to open later this month.
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Brockton, MA|News|
Brockton Man Who Photographed Woman In YMCA Shower Catches 21 New Charges: Cops
An examination of the Brockton man's cellphone turned up 17 additional illicit images, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
How The Federal Shutdown May Affect Air Travel In Rhode Island
It’s a good idea to check with a flight tracking service to see if flights are on time, delayed, or canceled.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
West Warwick, RI|News|
Cumberland Man Wanted For Assaulting Person Over 60 Captured: Cops
The Cumberland man was arrested during a traffic stop, police said.
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