Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Where To Find Free, At-Home COVID-19 Tests In South Kingstown
Residents can pick up two test kits per household from several town buildings.
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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Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Portion Of Wakefield's Main Street Closing For Tree Work
Traffic will be diverted around the area of The Glass Station, where the crane will be set up.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Newport Police Still Searching For Double Shooting Suspect
Duane Logan is wanted for conspiracy to commit murder.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
New Hours For RI's State-Run COVID-19 Test Sites
Effective immediately, test sites will be open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on weekends.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Rhode Island AG Strikes Down Lifespan, Care New England Merger
Peter Neronha said the creation of a "virtual healthcare monopoly" is not the best choice to provide quality health care to Rhode Islanders.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
High Wind Warning In MA Ahead Of 60 MPH Gusts
After a springlike day, heavy rain and high winds will arrive overnight.
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Newport, RI|News|
After 40-Degree Warm Up, High Wind Warning In RI
Wind gusts are expected to reach 60 mph, with heavy rain overnight.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
RI Attorney General Takes More Action Against Lead Violations
A Superior Court judge ordered Regent Place, LLC and Robert Riccardi to correct the violations within seven days.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
New Program Helps First-Generation Homebuyers In Rhode Island
Qualified homebuyers in certain communities can receive $25,000 for the down payment and closing costs.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Rhode Island Lawmakers Approve New District Maps
The new district maps are created every 10 years, after the federal census is conducted.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
GA Man Sentenced For Providence-Based Check-Cashing Scam
Michael Williams recruited people experiencing homelessness to cash fake checks at banks across the New England region.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
RI Seniors Can Apply For $80K Roger Williams Scholarship
The Carter Roger Williams Initiative offers a $20,000 per year scholarship through the Rhode Island Foundation.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
New Warwick Mall Movie Theater To Open March 3
Apple Cinemas took over the building previously occupied by Showcase Cinemas.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Damaging Winds, Heavy Rain On The Way To Rhode Island
Wind gusts up to 60 mph are expected during the overnight hours, along with as much as an inch of rain.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Portsmouth Schools To Go Mask-Optional After March 4
The school committee voted to approve a new policy strongly recommending, but not requiring, mask-wearing in schools.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
'The Gilded Age,' Filmed In Newport, Renewed For Second Season
Historic Newport settings feature prominently in the show's first season.
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Newport, RI|News|
RI Ice Cream Recall Includes Newport Creamery, Giffords
The expanded recall includes all products made at The Royal Ice Cream's Manchester, Connecticut facility.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Arrests Made In Connection With Newport Double Shooting
Two people were arraigned on charges of murder, felony assault and conspiracy among others. One person remains at large.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
Royal Ice Cream Expands Listeria Recall
The recall was expanded to a variety of brands of ice cream, including pints, half gallons, sandwiches, and portion-control slices.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
RI Gov. Again Delays New Nursing Home Staffing Requirements
The Raise the Bar on Resident Care coalition called the move "exactly the wrong direction for our state’s most vulnerable citizens."
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