Cranston|News|
Cranston's Arlington Library To Reopen Feb. 28
Because many library materials were damaged, the selection will be limited until replacements arrive.
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|
Pawtucket Baby Nearly Died From Maltreatment: DCYF
The incident happened Jan. 8 and the family had no previous involvement with the department.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Early Changeover To Sleet Means Little Snow, Slicks Roads In RI
Icy sleet and snow made for dangerously slick conditions on Rhode Island roadways to start the day.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
RI Winter Storm: What To Know About Delays, Closures
A winter storm warning was declared for much of Rhode Island, starting late Thursday night.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
RI Attorney General Tries To Block Sale Of Narragansett Electric
The AG said the company "does not sufficiently provide assurances that the sale is in the best interests of Rhode Islanders."
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Tiverton-Little Compton, RI|News|
Rhode Island DEM Acquires New Public Land In Little Compton
The 26-acre parcel abuts the DEM's Eight Rod Management Area, and will be available for public recreational use.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Portsmouth Declares Parking Ban Ahead Of Winter Storm
Several inches of snow accumulation are expected across Rhode Island, starting overnight.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Parking Bans In Narragansett, South Kingstown For Snow
The storm is expected to make for hazardous road conditions, particularly during the morning commute.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Trash Pickup Delayed In Newport For Winter Storm
Newport is expected to see three to fours inches of snow accumulation, though there's still uncertainty about final totals.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Trash Delay, Parking Ban In Cranston For Winter Storm
Friday pickup will be on Saturday, while Saturday pickup will be delayed to Monday.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
Parking Ban In Coventry For Winter Storm, Trash Delay
Both Thursday and Friday trash pickup will happen on Saturday.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
RI Leaders Speak Out Against Russian Invasion Of Ukraine
Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse said the "unprovoked, bloody assault on a peaceful nation" was an attack on post-WWII peace structures.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Parking Ban In Bristol Ahead Of Winter Storm
The winter weather is expected to make for nasty road conditions throughout the day, particularly in the morning hours.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
RI Winter Storm: When Snow Will Start, How Much Will Fall
Snow is expected to move in overnight, changing over to wintry mix by mid-morning.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
Coventry Delays Trash Pickup Ahead Of Winter Storm
The town asked resident not to put their trash carts at the curb on Friday, making it easier for plows to keep streets clear.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Rhode Island Breaks Temperature Record Ahead Of Winter Storm
Providence's previous record for Feb. 23 was 66 degrees, set in 2017.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
RI Leaders Renew Call For Student COVID-19 Vaccinations
The RI Dept. of Health urged districts with vaccination rates under 20 percent to host a clinics for students.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Moving To A New Stage: Prevention Key In RI's New COVID-19 Plans
As the state starts the transition from pandemic to endemic disease, Gov. Dan McKee again urged the importance of getting vaccinated.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
RI Weather: Snow Totals Still Uncertain For Winter Storm
The storm could bring as much as a foot of snow accumulation to parts of the state.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Rhode Island's COVID Positivity Rate Falls Below 5 Percent
The weekly rate fell to 3.7 percent, a fraction of the peak of 21 percent in January.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
