Cranston|News|
'Providence Peregrines' Will Be Protected During Superman Rehab
The building's owners assured the Audubon Society that the nest box and livestream camera will not be disturbed during redevelopment.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
- Cranston, RI
Rachel is a lifelong Rhode Islander with a soft spot for the ocean and baby animals. She graduated from the University of Rhode Island in 2017 with degrees in Journalism, Political Science and French. She worked at several news outlets in Rhode Island before coming to Patch in January 2019. She loves exploring all of Rhode Island's many food offerings, biking and traveling to warm places.
Rachel covers Cranston, Coventry, Newport, Portsmouth, Narragansett-South Kingstown, Bristol-Warren and Tiverton-Little Compton.
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Cranston|News|
Tax Day 2022: Last-Minute Tips In Rhode Island
Because April 15 falls on Good Friday, Tax Day was pushed to April 18 this year.
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Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
'Choose Chocolate': RI Animal Shelter Warns Against Bunnies For Easter
Live bunnies may seem like a cute choice for Easter baskets, but they're often abandoned once the eggs are found and chocolate unwrapped.
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Cranston|News|
Easter 2022: What's Open, Closed In Rhode Island
Certain stores and businesses will be open on Easter Sunday, though many will close early for the holiday.
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Boston, MA|News|
MA Weather: Thunderstorms Possible Thursday Afternoon
Isolated severe thunderstorms are possible in parts of the state between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
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Newport, RI|News|
RI Weather: Thunderstorms Possible Thursday Afternoon
Isolated severe thunderstorms are possible in parts of the state between 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Transit Mask Mandate, Including RIPTA Buses, Extended To May 3
The Transportation Security Administration extended the requirement another two weeks.
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Newport, RI|News|
2022 Hurricane Season Expected To Be Very Active: What To Know In RI
Accuweather predicted another busy year of hurricane and tropical storms in the Atlantic.
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Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
MA Man Arrested After Police Chase Across Three States
Ian Grant, 36, was arrested in Connecticut after leading police on a chase through Massachusetts, Connecticut and Rhode Island.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
MA Men Charged In Cranston Pregame Lounge Shooting
Giovanni Pina, 24, and Travone Bonnett, 28, were involved in a drive-by shooting outside the lounge on March 28.
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Cranston|News|
Roger Williams Park Zoo Takes Precautions Against Avian Flu
The most vulnerable bird species were moved off exhibit to protect them from the highly dangerous virus.
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Portsmouth, RI|News|
Portsmouth's Green Animals Topiary Garden Reopens April 15
Opening day will feature the peak of tulip and daffodil blooms in the seven-acre historic garden.
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Cranston|News|
$220M Redevelopment To Transform Rhode Island's Superman Building
The redevelopment will create 285 apartments in the iconic building, 20 percent of which will be designated for affordable housing.
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Cranston|News|
Rhode Island's 'Don't Say Gay' Bill Killed In Committee
The chair of the education committee said the bill would amount to "institutional bullying" that would violate the Safe Schools Act.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
I-295 North Ramp To Route 37 East Temporarily Closing For Construction
The closure is needed to safely complete road work in the area, the Rhode Island Department of Transportation said.
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Coventry, RI|News|
Opinion: Time To Move From Sanctions To Reparations
Sen. Leonidas Raptakis is calling for stricter action against Russia following the invasion of Ukraine.
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Cranston|News|
Cranston Awarded Part Of $4.8 Million In RI 'Take It Outside' Grants
The latest round of funding is part of McKee's Rhode Island Rebounds Initiative, part of the state's American Rescue Plan money.
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Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Warren Awarded Part Of $4.8 Million In RI 'Take It Outside' Grants
The latest round of funding is part of McKee's Rhode Island Rebounds Initiative, part of the state's American Rescue Plan money.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
RI Communities Receive $4.8 Million In 'Take It Outside' Grants
The latest round of funding is part of McKee's Rhode Island Rebounds Initiative, part of the state's American Rescue Plan money.
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Newport, RI|News|
April Vacation 2022: Things To Do In Rhode Island
There are plenty of ways to enjoy a week of in springtime Rhode Island.
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