2 hrs ago | Patch.com
Middletown Police: DUIs, Warrants and Theft
Corey L. Medeiros, 34, of 24 Taylor Ave., Riverside, was arrested on Saturday, May 18 and charged with driving under the influence, first offense, blood-alcohol content .15 or greater.
6 hrs ago | PRLog US Entertainment
Local and Student Discount Tickets Offered for 2013 Newport Jazz Festival
May 23, 2013 - NEWPORT, R.I. -- NEWPORT, RI - Special discount tickets for the 2013 Newport Jazz FestivalA presented by Natixis Global Asset Management are available for a limited time only at the Newport Visitors Center, 23 Americas Cup Avenue.
7 hrs ago | The Providence Journal
Lifespan hospital group eliminates 122 jobs, part of plan to trim $100 million to $150 million
The Lifespan hospital group has eliminated 122 positions to cope with financial problems it describes as "serious." It also plans to reduce the number of doctors-in-training in its residency programs starting July 2014.
12 hrs ago | Patch.com
Middletown Man Hospitalized After Assault, Breaking and Entering
A 42-year-old Middletown man was transported to Newport Hospital after he was assaulted in his Smythe Street home during a breaking and entering last week.
16 hrs ago | Patch.com
Newport Prohibits Feeding Wild Animals
In an attempt to control the coyote population, Newport has joined Middletown and Portsmouth to prohibit feeding wild animals.
19 hrs ago | Patch.com
DUI, Reckless Driving, No-Fishing Zone
The Warren Police Department reported the following recent arrests and incidents: Arrested: Zachary Audet, 21, of 28 Monterey Drive, Bristol , on a charge of driving with a suspended license following a traffic stop on Metacom Avenue, on May 13 at about 4:15 pm.
23 hrs ago | Go Local
5 Weekend Musts: First Full WaterFire Of The Season + More
It's a long weekend, Rhode Island, and you've earned your fun. Check out this amazing set of 5 events you can't afford to miss out on.
Remodeling Transforming Barrington's Newport Creamery Into New Model
You should be able to quench your thirst with an Awful Awful by this weekend. The complete remodeling of the Newport Creamery on County Road in Barrington is expected to be done by the end of this week.
You and up to two friends will take to the skies with a 30-mile tour above Newport, Rhode Island Your 10 to 12-minute tour delivers a bird's eye view of Newport's mansions, the Castle Hill and Rose Island lighthouses and more You'll have an unparalleled view of Ocean Drive, heralded as one of the most beautiful coastlines in the country At Newport ... (more)
Newport man arrested for stealing copper from 16 homes
Newport Police have arrested a 25-year-old man believed to be connected to the copper theft in at least 16 Newport homes.
Infamous hitchhiker makes stop in Newport before charged with murder
Two friends in Newport kicked out the infamous ax-wielding hitchhiker almost as quickly as they took him in, and it turns out their timing was spot on.
Sokolove Law allowed again to practice law in Rhode Island
The state Supreme Court has reinstated the license of Sokolove Law, which has spent millions nationwide advertising its services on television, to practice again in Rhode Island.
Motorcycle Accident Leaves Man in Critical Condition
A motorcycle accident Sunday afternoon left Middletown resident Luke Walker, 54, with life threatening injuries.
Nate Hoff joins Indiana University football program
Indiana head coach Kevin Wilson announced Monday that defensive lineman/offensive lineman Nate Hoff has joined the IU football program.
Closed-door gathering at Camille's for R.I. Senate Democrats
Senate Democrats gathered for an unannounced closed-door dinner at Camille's on Federal Hill last Thursday, following a relatively quiet legislative week.
Paiva Weed denies rumors she'll leave R.I. Senate presidency to become judge
This was Senate President M. Teresa Paiva Weed's response last week to rumors that she is on the verge of leaving her State House perch for the court bench: "Absolutely untrue." One rumor had her resigning soon so that she would be eligible -- under Rhode Island's revolving-door law -- for Governor Chafee to appoint her to a judgeship a year from ... (more)
Heather Abbott official welcome home to Newport
Heather Abbott has become somewhat of a celebrity here in Rhode Island. People are just mesmerized by her positivity after losing part of her left leg in the Boston Marathon Bombings.
Who's Giving The Grads Advice This Year?
Commencement season has kicked off for 2013, with New England Tech traditionally leading the pack with its May 5 ceremonies.
Man Allegedly Assaulted Victim With Hat
The Newport Police Department reported the following arrest for Wednesday May 15: Robert Jurich, 57, of 76 Broadway Apt.
My brush with Kai the Hatchet Man
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