Across Rhode Island|News|
Rhode Island's 1st 'Probable' Human Case Of West Nile Virus In 2025 Detected
The person remains hospitalized.
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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Providence, RI|News|
RI Deputy Sheriff Charged In Connection With Women's Restroom Incident: Official
The deputy sheriff was charged with disorderly conduct in connection with the incident at a Starbucks women's restroom, an official said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
Jamaica Plain Squatter Nabbed In Canton Home Possessed Fentanyl: Cops
The vacant home had been damaged, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Newport Restaurant Unveils New Brunch Menu
The executive chef has created a menu of authentic Mexican dishes.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
Task Force Takes Down Providence Man on Gun And Drug Charges: Cops
The Providence man was arrested by the Rhode Island State Police High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area task force, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
Coventry's Flat River Reservoir Infected With Harmful Algae
Ingesting the algae can cause nervous system and liver damage.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
East Greenwich, RI|News|
East Greenwich Country Club Chaos As Golfer Bashes Man's Head With Putter: Cops
A dispute arose over accusations of a golfer teeing off too early, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Kids Fruit Pouches Recalled; Were Sold At Major Retailer In Rhode Island
The recall was for possible elevated lead, which can "affect learning and development or cause other long-term health problems" in children.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Brockton, MA|News|
Man Killed In Avon Industrial Accident: Fire Department
The man suffered a fatal head injury, according to the fire department.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
More Than 100 Animals Rescued From MA Property: MSPCA
The majority of the animals were farm birds, including chickens, turkeys, geese, quails, ducks and a guinea hen, the MSPCA said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Warwick, RI|News|
2 Hospitalized After Warwick Motorcycle Crash: Cops
A motorcycle crashed into a motor vehicle, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Get Your Halloween Frights Early With These Spooky Events In RI
We’ve rounded up five spooky happenings in Rhode Island.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Johnson & Wales 7th Most Innovative Regional University, North
Johnson & Wales also moved up seven spots from last year in the overall Regional Universities, North, category.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
East Providence Man Absconded From Accident Involving An Injury: Cops
The East Providence man was arrested Monday, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Lincoln Park, IL|News|
Lincoln's Olney Pond Pond Infected With Harmful Algae
Ingesting the algae can cause nervous system and liver damage.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Rhode Island Health Czar Says Tylenol A 'Safe And Trusted Medication Option'
The Rhode Island Department of Health director contradicted President Trump's warning to avoid taking Tylenol.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Which RI TV Stations Won't Air Jimmy Kimmel?
Broadcasters Sinclair Inc. and Nexstar announced they would not air the talk show on their ABC stations.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Family Says ICE Agents Held 5-Year-Old Girl To Pressure MA Dad's Surrender: NBC
"They took my daughter, she's 5 years old. She has autism spectrum," a woman says in the NBC video. "Give me my daughter back."
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
East Greenwich, RI|News|
Rhode Island To Get Its 1st Blo Blow Dry Bar
Blo Blow Dry Bar is coming to East Greenwich
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Warwick, RI|News|
Speeding Motorcycle Crashed Head-On With Warwick FD Rescue Vehicle: Cops
The motorcycle crossed into the wrong lane on a curce, police said.
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