Newport, RI|News|
Coastal Storm Could Bring Light Snow To Rhode Island
The storm is expected to brush by coastal Rhode Island, with Block Island likely to see the greatest accumulation.
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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Newport, RI|News|
Pfizer Boosters For Kids 12-15: What RI Parents Need To Know
The Food and Drug Administration authorization moves boosters for Rhode Island children ages 12-15 a step closer.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Rhode Island Driver Accused Of Fleeing Fatal Weekend Crash
Aramis Segura is accused of leaving the scene of a crash that killed a 17-year-old driver over the holiday weekend on I-95.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Top 10 Most Read Stories On RI Patch In 2021: Year In Review
While some were obvious — vaccines, wild weather — there were surprises in the list of stories that resonated with Patch readers in 2021.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Roger Williams Park Zoo Mourns Death Of 'Beloved' Female Giraffe
Sukari, the 28-year-old Masai giraffe, was one of the oldest under human care in North America.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Tiverton-Little Compton, RI|News|
What's Open New Year's Eve, Day 2021 In Tiverton, LC
Because of the timing of the holiday, most businesses and services will observe it on New Year's Eve.
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Portsmouth, RI|News|
What's Open New Year's Eve, Day 2021 In Portsmouth
Because of the timing of the holiday, most businesses and services will observe it on New Year's Eve.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
What's Open New Year's Eve, Day 2021 In Newport
Because of the timing of the holiday, most businesses and services will observe it on New Year's Eve.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
What's Open New Year's Eve, Day 2021 In Narragansett, SK
Because of the timing of the holiday, most businesses and services will observe it on New Year's Eve.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
What's Open New Year's Eve, Day 2021 In Cranston
Because of the timing of the holiday, most businesses and services will observe it on New Year's Eve.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
What's Open New Year's Eve, Day 2021 In Coventry
Because of the timing of the holiday, most businesses and services will observe it on New Year's Eve.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
What's Open New Year's Eve, Day 2021 In Bristol, Warren
Because of the timing of the holiday, most businesses and services will observe it on New Year's Eve.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
What's Open New Year's Eve, Day 2021 In Rhode Island
Because of the timing of the holiday, most businesses and services will observe it on New Year's Eve.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Restaurants, Stores Open On New Year’s Day 2022 In Rhode Island
Looking to go shopping or grab a bit to eat? Many businesses will be open New Year's Day.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Join Rhode Island's First Day Hike At Burlingame State Park
Hikers who ring in the new year with the Department of Environmental Management will receive a special commemorative pin.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Celebrate 'Noon Year's Eve' At Providence Children's Museum
Your little one doesn't need to stay up until midnight to get in on the New Year's Eve fun.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
12 New Laws Go Into Effect In Rhode Island Jan. 1, 2022
A dozen new laws go into effect in Rhode Island at the start of the new year.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
Providence To Require COVID-19 Vaccines For All Employees
Starting next month, unvaccinated employees will no longer have the option to get tested weekly.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Newport Mansions To Require Proof Of COVID-19 Vaccine, Booster
Starting Jan. 3, everyone over the age of 5 will be required to show proof of a COVID-19 vaccine.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
RI State Police Trooper Injured In DUI Crash On I-95
The crash marked the 19th time this year a state police cruiser was hit in the line of duty, Col. James Manni said.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
