Cranston|News|
$12.5 Million In Grants Available To Small Businesses In RI
Eligible businesses can receive $5,000 or $2,500 in direct financial aid.
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.
Have a story idea? Email: rachel.nunes@patch.com
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Cranston|News|
Cumberland Man, 28, Killed In Weekend Pawtucket Shooting
Jovani L. Velez, 28, was pronounced dead at the hospital.
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Cranston|News|
RI Gas Prices Rise After Weeks Of Slow Decline
The average price per gallon is now $3.38 per gallon, according to AAA Northeast.
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Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
South Kingstown Woman, 49, Injured In NH Snowmobile Crash
Betty Jane Volpe, 49, accidentally hit the throttle during a turn and crashed into a tree.
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Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Photos: Rhode Island Digs Out After Blizzard
See photos from Patch readers around Rhode Island.
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Tiverton-Little Compton, RI|News|
Blizzard Of '22 In Tiverton-LC: See How Much Snow Fell
Parts of the state recorded more than two feet of snowfall, and blizzard conditions were confirmed in several communities.
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Portsmouth, RI|News|
Blizzard Of '22 In Portsmouth: See How Much Snow Fell
Parts of the state recorded more than two feet of snowfall, and blizzard conditions were confirmed in several communities.
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Newport, RI|News|
Blizzard Of '22 In Newport: See How Much Snow Fell
Parts of the state recorded more than two feet of snowfall, and blizzard conditions were confirmed in several communities.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Blizzard Of '22 In Narragansett-SK: See How Much Snow Fell
Parts of the state recorded more than two feet of snowfall, and blizzard conditions were confirmed in several communities.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Blizzard Of '22 In Cranston: See How Much Snow Fell
Parts of the state recorded more than two feet of snowfall, and blizzard conditions were confirmed in several communities.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
Blizzard Of '22 In Coventry: See How Much Snow Fell
Parts of the state recorded more than two feet of snowfall, and blizzard conditions were confirmed in several communities.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Blizzard Of '22 In Bristol-Warren: See How Much Snow Fell
Parts of the state recorded more than two feet of snowfall, and blizzard conditions were confirmed in several communities.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Blizzard Of '22 Confirmed In RI: See How Much Snow Fell
Parts of the state recorded more than two feet of snowfall, and blizzard conditions were confirmed in several communities.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
More Than A Foot Falls In RI: Snow Totals, Wind Speeds So Far
Warren had the highest accumulation so far, with 14 inches recorded at noon.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Red Cross Emergency Shelter To Open In South Kingstown
The shelter will open at 7 p.m. for South County residents who need a warm place to stay during the winter storm.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
RI Begins Cleanup After Blizzard Drops 2 Feet Of Snow
The state's travel ban expired at midnight, though roads could still be treacherous Sunday morning.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
RI Winter Storm: Tips To Stay Safe
With up to two feet of snow in the forecast, along with blizzard conditions, it's important to plan ahead to stay safe.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Tiverton-Little Compton, RI|News|
Winter Storm Headed To Tiverton, Little Compton: What To Know
The forecast calls for up to two feet of snow, and Gov. Dan McKee urged Rhode Islanders to stay home and off the roads.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Winter Storm Headed Towards Portsmouth: What To Know
The forecast calls for up to two feet of snow, and Gov. Dan McKee urged Rhode Islanders to stay home and off the roads.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Winter Storm Headed Towards Newport: What To Know
The forecast calls for up to two feet of snow, and Gov. Dan McKee urged Rhode Islanders to stay home and off the roads.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff