Coventry, RI|News|
Coventry Man Wins $150,000 Powerball Prize
The man said he intends to buy a car with his winnings.
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|
Opinion: Override Short-Term Rental Bill Veto
Newport lawmakers Lauren Carson and Dawn Euer are calling for the General Assembly to override the governor's short-term rental veto.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Water Search Suspended For Prudence Island Woman
The U.S. Coast Guard, along with Bristol and Portsmouth emergency responders, searched the Narragansett Bay for hours.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Rhode Island DMV Holding License Plate Design Contest
The winning plate design will go into circulation starting next summer.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Remembering The Rhode Islanders Killed In Pearl Harbor Attacks
Dec. 7, 2021 marks the 80th anniversary of the attacks that claimed thousands of lives and launched the United States into World War II.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
RI Weather: What To Expect From Winter's First Real Snowfall
Snow is expected across the region, with about an inch of accumulation likely in Rhode Island.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Search Underway After Woman Falls Off Prudence Island Ferry
The Coast Guard continued to search overnight before the full effort resumed at first light.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Geminid Meteor Shower, 2021’s Best: See Shooting Stars In RI
Get far away from light pollution to take in the Geminids, known for producing colorful fireballs.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
2 More Mosquito-Borne Illnesses IDed In Rhode Island | Patch PM
Also: Providence charged with DUI following Coventry crash | Fire breaks out in Narragansett home | more.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Narragansett Home Engulfed By Weekend Fire
The South Kingstown Fire Department was called in to assist in extinguishing the flames.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
Providence Man Facing DUI Charges Following Fatal Coventry Crash
Dauda Elegushi, 25, is facing several charges for the Nov. 27 crash, which claimed the life of a 77-year-old Coventry woman.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
2 Mosquito-Borne Illnesses Confirmed In Rhode Island
Rhode Island saw its second 2021 case of West Nile Virus, as well as the first case of Jamestown Canyon Virus since 2013.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Rhode Island Drivers Finally See Some Relief At The Gas Pump
For the first time in months, the average price per gallon fell over the past week.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Springlike Temperatures Ahead Of Snow Possibilities In RI
Temperatures over 60 degrees, along with blustery winds, are in the forecast for Monday.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Portsmouth, RI|News|
Christmas Tree Farms In The Portsmouth Area: Your 2021 Guide
A Christmas tree shortage means families should get a tree earlier than usual.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Where To Find Christmas Trees In 2021 Near Newport
Local Christmas tree farms are welcoming families back to their lots this year as the country emerges from the pandemic.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Christmas Tree Farms In The Bristol-Warren Area: Your 2021 Guide
Fewer Christmas trees will be available this year due to supply chain delays.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
Where To Find A Christmas Tree In The Coventry Area
Local Christmas tree farms are welcoming families back to their lots this year as the country emerges from the pandemic.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Cranston|News|
Christmas Trees In The Cranston Area: 2021 Local Guide
A Christmas tree shortage means families should get a tree earlier than usual.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Christmas Trees In Narragansett-South Kingstown: 2021 Guide
A Christmas tree shortage means families should get a tree earlier than usual.
Rachel Nunes, Patch Staff
