East Greenwich, RI|News|
MA Man Drove Over Girlfriend's Legs In East Greenwich Parking Lot: Cops
The girlfriend said "her legs were driven over at least two times," according to police.
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 Massachusetts, MA|News|
9 Dead, 30 Hospitalized In Fire At MA Assisted Living Facility
More than 30 residents were hospitalized, as well as five firefighters, according to the state.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
Rhode Island Heat Advisory Starting Tuesday
Temperatures may reach 100 degrees.
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Providence, RI|News|
Providence Man Charged With 2 Hit-And-Run Crashes, Attack On Police Officer: Cops
The Providence man was taken to the hospital after he was arrested, police said.
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Tiverton-Little Compton, RI|News|
Bodies Of 2 MA Fisherman Recovered In Little Compton: Reports
The Massachusetts men had been fishing when they went into the water, numerous media outlets reported.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
This Restaurant’s Breakfast Sandwich Ranked As Best In RI
When not just any breakfast sandwich will do, head to this Rhode Island eatery.
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Across Rhode Island|News|
What RI Residents Need To Know About Flash Flooding After Deadly Texas Tragedy
These Areas Of RI Are At Highest Risk Of Flash Flooding
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Providence, RI|News|
Roger Williams Park Ponds Infected With Harmful Algae
Ingesting the algae can cause nervous system and liver damage.
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Providence, RI|News|
Providence VA Service Rep Pleads Guilty To Extortion, Bribery, Witness Tampering
The service rep solicited and accepted bribes from veterans and the family member of a veteran.
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Coventry, RI|News|
Rabid Stray Cat Scratched Someone In Coventry: RIDOH
Anyone who may have had direct contact with the cat should immediately call RIDOH to see if they need treatment, the department said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
Cranston Police Release Video Of Ambush Gun Attack
The video shows the brazen, broad daylight gun attack in the shopping complex parking lot.
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Providence, RI|News|
Providence Crank Caller Captured: Cops
The Providence man was taken into custody during a traffic stop, police said.
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Pawtucket, RI|News|
Fugitive Captured After Escaping Pawtucket Home Confinement: Cops
The fugitive was originally charged with gun and drug offenses, police said.
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Newport, RI|News|
Thieving Couple Caught With $100K In Stolen Goods: Cops
The Massachusetts couple was nabbed after stealing from a Newport sailing store, police said
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Across Rhode Island|News|
Rhode Island Makes HGTV's List Of 25 Most Popular Road Trips
Ocean Drive made the road trip list.
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Providence, RI|News|
Boys & Girls Clubs of Providence Names Youth of the Year
A junior at The Wheeler School, Kenedy Chitolie is a standout student with a passion for making a positive impact in the community
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Warwick, RI|News|
Stay Out of Warwick City Park Swimming Area And Conimicut Point Beach: RIDOH
The water has high bacteria counts, the department of health said.
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Providence, RI|News|
Rhode Island Reps Oppose Announced Layoffs At Women & Infants Hospital
The letter was addressed to hospital President and Chief Operating Officer Shannon Sullivan.
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Woonsocket, RI|News|
Child Pornography Charge Filed Against Woonsocket Man: Cops
The Woonsocket man was arrested by the Rhode Island State Police Computer Crimes Unit/Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.
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Cranston, RI|News|
Target Of Cranston Gun Attack Uncooperative, Has 'Lengthy Criminal Record': Cops
The man who was fired on as he left an LA Fitness in Cranston has "known gang affiliations in Massachusetts," police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
