Providence, RI|News|
Providence Man Possessed Child Pornography: Cops
The Providence man was arrested by the Computer Crimes Unit/Internet Crimes Against Children Task, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
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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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Across Rhode Island|News|
Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency Holding Blood Drive
The event will be at the Warwick Mall.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
2 Sentenced For 'Sweeping' Burglary Spree Across RI, Other States: Feds
The burglary ring targeted "individuals of Asian descent," the U.S. Attorney's Office said.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
Saturday’s Powerball Soars To $1.7B: How To Play In RI
Saturday’s estimated jackpot is the third-largest in U.S. lottery history.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
RI And CT AGs Threaten To Sue Trump Administration Over Wind Farm Work Stoppage
The project was about 80% complete when the Trump administration pulled the plug on it.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Suspected Gunman Who Sparked UMasss Lowell Manhunt A Juvenile Brandishing Air Gun: Cops
A shelter-in-place order was issued and all classes and events were canceled.
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Lincoln, RI|News|
Rhode Island Drug Task Force Nabs Armed Lincoln Man: Cops
The Lincoln man possessed cocaine, fentanyl and a firearm, police said.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
'Pockets Of Wild': Winter Forecast For RI Released By Old Farmer's Almanac
Winter's right around the corner.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
No More Cellphones For Students In Rhode Island Schools Next Year
The legislation was signed in June.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
Roger Williams Park Zoo Celebrates Historic Red Panda Births
It was the first successful red panda births in the Zoo’s history.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
UMass Lowell Lifts Shelter In Place After Hunt For Gunman
Police were alerted to reports of a man carrying an object that may have been a firearm.
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Newport, RI|News|
Newport Parking Enforcement Employee Attacked: Cops
The civilian was assaulted by an "individual who became irate over a parking matter," police said.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
MA Phony Paper Passer Picked Up In Rhode Island: Cops
The Massachusetts man was wanted for a Rhode Island case, police said.
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North Kingstown, RI|News|
Providence Thief Captured During Traffic Stop: Cops
The Providence man was wanted on. a larceny charge, police said.
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Pawtucket, RI|News|
Pawtucket Child Molester Sentenced To 17 Years
The Pawtucket man assaulted a minor for four years, according to the Rhode Island Attorney General's Office.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
'Overdose Spike Alert' In Rhode Island: Health Department
The Rhode Island Department of Health issued an overdose spike alert.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
Paula Abdul Attends 'Caught in Providence' Judge Frank Caprio's Funeral: Report
Abdul was spotted at a Central Massachusetts eatery, according to MetroWest Daily News.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Paula Abdul Stops By Central MA Eatery: Report
Abdul was around for her friend Frank Caprio's funeral, according to MetroWest Daily News.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
La Niña Winter Likely: Here's What It Means For RI
There's a decent chance of La Niña later this year, climate experts say. Here's what that will mean for temperatures and precipitation.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Rhode Island Police Make 59 DUI Arrests Over Labor Day Weekend
The president of the Rhode Island Police Chief Association said he was "proud" of the number of arrests.
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