Plymouth, MA|News|
1 Killed, 3 Injured, Including Firefighter, In Middleborough Blaze
The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
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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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Hopkinton, RI|News|
70-Year-Old Richmond Dog Walker Run Down And Killed By Chronic Criminal: Cops
The driver who ran the man down has been arrested more than 100 times and was carrying drugs she intended to distribute, police said.
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Rhode Island Correctional Officer Evaluated After Contact With Mystery Powder
The powder turned up in the mail, an official said.
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Providence, RI|News|
Providence Man Charged With Fatal Wreck Now Also Charged With Child Pornography
The Providence man was free on his own recognizance when he was charged with possessing child pornography.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
Gov. McKee To Host Holiday Open House For Rhode Islanders
Gov. McKee invited Rhode Islanders to visit the State House for a holiday open house later this month.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
Washington Trust Chairman and CEO Honored
The Rhode Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce presented the award.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
Santa Claus Is Coming To Town At Providence's Track 15
Visits with Santa are complimentary and guests may take their own photos.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
Taylor Swift Paid Off Bride-To-Be To Get Wedding Date At Ocean House In Watch Hill: Page Six
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are tying the knot June 13, Page Six reported.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
Snowy Weekend For Rhode Island
The National Weather Service predicted snow on Saturday and again Sunday night.
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Providence, RI|News|
Providence Embezzler Apprehended: Cops
The Providence Man was arrested at his home, police said.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Nationwide Baby Formula Botulism Outbreak Spreads To Massachusetts
The botulism outbreak linked to baby formula has infected 39 infants across the country.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Petersham Teen Makes Cover Of Massachusetts Fishing And Hunting Guide
The 14-year-old is pictured with his gold pin-winning northern pike.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
$200K available for Rhode Island Urban Forestry Grants
The grant money is from the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
URI Department of Public Safety hosting annual 'Stuff-a-Cruiser'
The annual toy drive is set for Dec. 13 and 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
RI Nursing Assistant's License Suspended Amid Molestation Accusation
The nursing assistant was tasked with helping a resident of an assisted living facility with showering, RIDOH said.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
Rhode Island Drivers Pretty Good: Study
The study analyzing drivers in all 50 states put Rhode Island in the top half.
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Central Falls, RI|News|
Central Falls Woman Wanted For Eluding Law Nabbed At Home: Cops
The Central Falls woman also missed court for a passing counterfeit bills case, police said.
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Rhode Island State Police Collar 3 Fugitives: Cops
The fugitives were wanted in Massachusetts and New Hampshire, police said.
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Pawtucket, RI|News|
Pawtucket Man Pleads Guilty To Federal Child Porn Charges: USAO
Law enforcement located over 600 child pornography images on the man's electronic devices, the U.S. Attorney's Office said.
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Washington State Woman Pleads Guilty In Rhode Island For Pill Plot: Feds
The Battle Ground woman pleaded guilty to conspiracy and possession with intent to distribute controlled substances.
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