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Deer Tick Population Surges in Rhode Island
One URI expert says the tick situation is an “exceptional crisis for public health.”

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!
One URI expert says the tick situation is an “exceptional crisis for public health.”

One URI expert says the tick situation is an “exceptional crisis for public health.”
Fans can vote for the Kingston-based business at www.marthastewart.com/americanmade/nominee/81307 until Sept. 13.
Please contact South Kingstown Animal Control if you have any information about this animal.
Mosquito samples from West Kingston have tested positive for both EEE and West Nile Virus in recent weeks.
Video surveillance allowed authorities to identify the individuals responsible for stealing and damaging several vehicles and pieces of equipment belonging to the fire district.
The following arrest information was supplied by the Coventry Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.
Race registration is $35 through Sept. 15, after which entry fees will be increased to $40.
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, Sept. 6.
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, Sept. 6.
Judy, loving mother of four, passed away on August 26, 2013.
High humidity experienced early this summer is said to be a contributing factor to the upsurge in Rhode Island's tick population.
Elsie passed away on Monday, August 26, 2013.
November 12, 1921 - August 24, 2013
Proceeds from the "Waste for Warmth" event on Sept. 7 will raise funds for local heating assistance programs.
Here are just a handful of ideas to kickstart your weekend planning.
Here are just a handful of ideas to kickstart your weekend planning.
RI State Police, Division of Sheriffs and U.S. Marshals Service arrested 30 individuals during Wednesday's sweep.
Victoria Lomas of Coventry was one of 17 City Year Rhode Island Corps members to meet with General Treasurer Gina M. Raimondo.