Lauren Costa, Patch Staff
- Coventry, RI
Lauren is a Coventry native and graduate of the University of Rhode Island's Journalism program. Her love for journalism began when she was a sophomore at Coventry High School where she wrote for and edited the school's student paper; The Entry. She was also a disc jockey and music director at the school's FM radio station, 91.5 WCVY, for four years.
During her time at URI, Lauren took many different types of journalism courses, but focused mainly on print journalism. She spent the summer of 2010 interning at the Warwick Beacon as a reporter covering everything from budget cuts to high school events to the local cow farm.
Lauren is more than excited to be returning to her hometown as the editor of Coventry Patch and having the opportunity to cover news in Coventry the way it deserves to be covered!
Posting Activity
Coventry|News|
McGee Named New Public Works Director
Coventry's new DPW director brings more than two decades of site construction and town government experience to the position.
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
URI Receives $15 Million Gift to Launch Brain Research Institute
The institute will address diseases and disorders affecting one in three Americans.
Coventry|News|
Coventry Lumber Raises $10K for Community Food Bank
The money was raised at the business' annual golf tournament held in September.
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Welcome House of South County to Host Events to Support Homelessness, Hunger Awareness
The Welcome House has scheduled two upcoming events to increase awareness for homelessness and hunger in South County.
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Monday Essentials: Nature Center Storytime, Business After Hours and More
Today is Monday, Nov. 18, 2013 and here are some things to know about the week ahead.
Coventry|News|
Coventry Town Council Meeting Agenda, Nov. 18, 2013: Board Appointments, CBA Discussion and More
Take a look at the agenda items to be discussed at the Nov. 18 meeting of the Coventry Town Council, beginning at 7 p.m.
Coventry|News|
Monday Essentials: Town Council Meets, District 1 Community Forum and More
Today is Monday, Nov. 18, 2013 and here are some things to know about the week ahead.
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Million Dollar Home of the Week: 460 Ocean Road
This historic Colonial in Narragansett offers an abundance of space, privacy and ocean views.
Coventry|News|
Featured Home of the Week: 8 Laura Court
This 3,788 sq. ft. Colonial offers plenty of living space and room for entertaining, along with the comfort and security of being situated in a private cul-de-sac.
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Narragansett PD Assists with Heroin Investigation Resulting in 2 Arrests
Officers seized heroin, cash, a vehicle, marijuana, drug paraphernalia and 45 tickets to Bruins, Celtics and Patriots games.
Coventry|News|
Coventry Fire Districts Thank Ocean State Job Lot Customers for Support of WWII Veterans
The Rhode Island-based retailer funded Honor Flights for more than 100 local RI veterans to visit D.C. area memorials for the first time in their lives.
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Man Indicted in Murder of His Mother, a Narragansett Resident
Robert Taylor has been indicted on four counts, including the alleged May 2013 murder of his 65-year-old mother, a Narragansett resident.
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Wakefield Panera Bread Helps Contribute Thousands to RI Food Bank
All seven Panera locations in Rhode Island joined forces to raise donations for the Rhode Island Community Food Bank.
Coventry|News|
Arrest Log - November 6-13: Prescription Drug Fraud, Shoplifting and More
The following arrest information was supplied by the Coventry Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Narragansett Police: Hit and Nearly Ran
The following is based on reports from the Narragansett Police Department. An arrest does not indicate a conviction.
Coventry|News|
Your Guide: How Bazaar! Your Guide to Getting a Jump Start on Your Local Holiday Shopping
This is one of just a few choice weekends for many local churches and libraries to hold their annual holiday bazaars. Here's a list to help plan your day and be sure not to miss any. Happy local shopping!
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Forensic Science Seminar at URI Today: (and 4 More Things)
Patch's quick take on the essential things to know, the most interesting things to do and best places to be in Narragansett and South Kingstown on Friday, Nov. 15.
Coventry|News|
Fall Family Bingo Tonight at Community Center (and 4 More Things)
Patch's quick take on the essential things to know, the most interesting things to do and best places to be in Coventry on Friday, Nov. 15.
Coventry|News|
This Weekend: Veterans' Luncheon, Holiday Bazaars and More
Here are just a handful of ideas to kickstart your weekend planning.
