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.
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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Coventry, RI|News|
2 Stolen Cars Recovered, 5 Juveniles Arrested After Pursuits: Coventry Cops
The law caught up to the two fleeing vehicles, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
'Somos Rhode Island' Art Exhibition Opens At State House
The exhibit will remain on display through Nov. 28.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Airline Challenges Charlestonians With Rhode Island Pronunciations
A free ticket from Charleston, South Carolina, to Providence was at stake.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Maximum Security RI Prisoner Caught With K2 Synthetic Marijuana: Cops
The inmate had the synthetic marijuana tucked in his waistband, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
A RI Player Could Get Lucky With $1.3B Powerball Jackpot
The overall odds of winning any prize are 1 in 24.9.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Pawtucket, RI|News|
Pawtucket Fugitive Captured: Cops
The Pawtucket woman was wanted in New Hampshire, police said.
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Coventry, RI|News|
NH Man Caught In Coventry With Testosterone: Cops
The New Hampshire man was also in possession of methamphetamine, police said.
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Warwick, RI|News|
'Active Shooter' Incident Actually Swatting Stunt: Warwick Police
A caller claimed shots had been fired inside a Cliff Road home, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Warwick, RI|News|
Update: Motorcycle Rider Killed In Warwick Crash: Cops
The motorcycle struck the back of a car, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
Trump Admin Eyes Boston For ICE Blitz: Politico
The ICE action could follow an operation planned for Chicago, Politico reported, it might occur at the same time.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Major Retailer Closing These MA Locations
Some stores are closing in Massachusetts as the retail chain struggles with bankruptcy.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Portsmouth Police Issue 46 School Crosswalk-Related Citations In 4 Days
The citations were issued as part of an annual initiative.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Severe Thunderstorm Warning For 3 Rhode Island Counties
The National Weather Service warned of 60 mph winds.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Central Falls, RI|News|
Central Falls Casino Cheater Caught: Cops
The casino cheater surrendered at the Wickford Barracks, the state police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Exeter, RI|News|
Wanted Exeter Man Arrested At His Home: Cops
The man was wanted had failed to appear in court, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
North Providence, RI|News|
Providence Man Who Falsely Reported Crime Charged With Actual Crime: Cops
The Providence man was also charged with obstructing an officer, according to police.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
$1B Powerball Jackpot In Saturday’s Drawing Could Grow: How To Play In RI
Saturday’s jackpot ranks as the game’s sixth-largest prize and the biggest advertised jackpot in more than a year.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
West Nile Virus Detected In 3 Rhode Island Towns
Eight samples have now been found in Rhode Island this year.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
Providence Drug Dealer Admits To Possessing Massive Fentanyl Stash: Feds
DEA agents had seen the man make multiple sales of fentanyl-laced counterfeit prescription pills, the U.S. Attorney's Office said.
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