Tiverton-Little Compton, RI|News|
Christmas Trees In The Tiverton-Little Compton Area: 2021 Guide
A Christmas tree shortage means families should get a tree earlier than usual.
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|
$3K Vaccine Bonuses Approved For RI State Workers | Patch PM
Also: RIDOT looking for winter plow contractors | Cranston holding tree lighting | more.
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Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Will Rhode Island Have A White Christmas In 2021?
Will there be snow in time for Santa’s arrival in Rhode Island? Farmers’ Almanac and Accuweather weigh in on this year’s holiday forecast.
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Newport, RI|News|
Santa Claus Is Comin' To Newport Dec. 12
Pre-registration is required; no walk-ins will be allowed entry.
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Newport, RI|News|
RI Dept. Of Transportation Looking To Hire Snow Plow Drivers
"Sign up is simple and contracting terms competitive," the department said.
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Cranston|News|
Cranston To Hold Tree Lighting Ceremony Dec. 5
Mayor Kenneth Hopkins said he is excited to "ring in the holiday season" with Santa Claus, hot chocolate and more.
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Cranston|News|
Providence Launches Guaranteed Income Pilot Program
Selected residents received their first $500 monthly payment in November.
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Cranston|News|
RI Lawmakers Hold Pajama Drive For Foster Kids | Patch PM
Also: RI Hotel Month to bring hot deals to January | Holiday shipping deadlines | more.
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Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
South County Lawmakers Collect 425 Pajama Sets For Foster Kids
Along with the pajamas, dozens of books were collected, along with duffel bags, gloves and mittens, pillows and toys.
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Newport, RI|News|
RI Hotel Deals Extended To An Entire Month
After several "Hotel Weeks," Visit Rhode Island is offering deals throughout January 2022.
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Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
2021 Holiday Shipping Deadlines In Rhode Island
Before you send those gifts, know the 2021 shipping deadlines to make sure your gifts get to their destinations on time.
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Across Massachusetts, MA|News|
2021 Holiday Shipping Deadlines In Massachusetts
Before you send those gifts, know the 2021 shipping deadlines to make sure your gifts get to their destinations on time.
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Portsmouth, RI|News|
Reward Raised To $15K For Portsmouth Animal Cruelty Arrest
The reward is for information leading to an arrest in the case of two dogs found severely neglected on Thanksgiving morning.
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Bristol-Warren, RI|News|
Bristol Police Holding 'Stuff A Cruiser' Toy Drive Dec. 11
K9 Brody will be on hand to greet visitors, and kids can take photos with Santa Claus.
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Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
RI Expands School 'Test To Stay' Program | Patch PM
Also: Holiday displays light up Roger Williams Park Zoo | RI to launch new unemployment benefits website | more.
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Newport, RI|News|
'This Is A Critical Time': COVID-19 Cases Soar In Rhode Island
As Rhode Islanders celebrate the holidays, it's important to wear masks indoors and get vaccinated against COVID-19, including a booster.
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Cranston|News|
Rhode Island Expands COVID-19 'Test To Stay' Program In Schools
Gov. Dan McKee and state leaders urged parents to get their eligible child vaccinated against COVID-19 as soon as possible.
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Cranston|News|
Holiday Spectacular Lights The Night At Roger Williams Park Zoo
The Holiday Lights Spectacular is back for its second season, this time as a walkthrough experience spanning the entire zoo.
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Cranston|News|
New Unemployment Benefits Website Coming To Rhode Island
The new system will offer claimants self-serve options that previously required a phone call, the Department of Labor and Training said.
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Cranston|News|
RI Developing Proof Of COVID-19 Vaccination App
Gov. Dan McKee said the app will be a voluntary convenience tool; vaccine requirements will still be at the discretion of businesses.
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