Warwick, RI|News|
Warwick Sex Offender Charged With Possessing And Delivering Child Porn
The registered sex offender was released on bond, 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|
$27M In RI Education Funding Paused By Trump Administration: See Impacted Programs
Rhode Island stands to lose 17% of its funding.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
Providence Man Arrested On Drug and Weapon Charges: Cops
The Providence man was arrested by the Rhode Island State Police.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
9-Year-Old Dies At Jones Beach In Dartmouth: DA
The boy had been swimming shortly before he died, according to the Bristol County District Attorney's Office.
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Pawtucket, RI|News|
9-Year-Old From Pawtucket Dies At MA Beach: DA
The boy had been swimming shortly before he died, according to the Bristol County District Attorney's Office.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
BankRI Kicks Off Food Drive at all Branches Statewide
Food collected in each branch will remain local to help residents in that community.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
South Kingstown Man Caught Delivering Cocaine: Feds
A drug stash house was searched and more drugs, along with a gun, were seized, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
North Providence, RI|News|
North Providence Poisoning Accusation: Report
An employee of North Providence was accused of poisoning a co-worker, WPRI reported.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Heat Advisory Issued For MA, RI Not As Hot
The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory for Massachusetts Monday but Rhode Island wasn't as bad.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Heat Advisory Issued For MA
The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory for Massachusetts Monday.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
East Providence, RI|News|
Flag-Stomper Caught With Knife And Nazi Flag: East Providence Cops
The Manville man pulled down the U.S. and Cape Verde Flags, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
Severe Thunderstorm Watch Across Rhode Island Thursday Evening
The storms should pass well before the start of the Fourth of July holiday the next day.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
'Big Beautiful Bill' Passed By House: What It Means For RI
MAGA's landmark bill holds sweeping impacts for Rhode Island residents.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
North Providence, RI|News|
Harmful Algae Blooms Spotted In Another Rhode Island Reservoir: State
Ingesting the algae can cause nervous system and liver damage.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
New Rhode Island Law Stops Sale Of Storage Locker Items Within 60 Days Of Default
Gov. McKee signed the bill into law Wednesday.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
MA Governor Vows To Ban Broker Fees For Renters
Gov. Healey said housing costs in Massachusetts are already too high.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Glocester, RI|News|
Stay Out Of George Washington Campground Swim Area: RIDOH
The Rhode Island Department of Health recommended closing the George Washington Campground swimming area.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
Providence Man Arrested On Drug Charges: Cops
The Providence man was arrested by the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Task Force, police said.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
URI Student Develops Custom Amplifier
The project was part of the University of Rhode Island student's senior project.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
North Kingstown, RI|News|
Fireworks Near Me: North Kingstown July 4th 2025 Events
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around North Kingstown.
Joseph Hosey, Patch Staff
