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Providence, RI|News|
Providence Man Gets 45-Year Prison Sentence For Killing Estranged Wife
Bosco Tukamuhabwa is sentenced after prosecutors prove he bludgeoned and stabbed his estranged wife, Maniriho Nkinamubanzi, to death.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Concord, NH|News|
Rhode Island Man Injured In ATV Crash On Presidential Trail In Gorham
John Allen from North Kingstown was riding with other ATVs when he didn't see a gate across the trail. He was injured and transported by EMS
Jeffrey Hastings, News Partner
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Whether you need a one-time deep cleaning or want to book a standing appointment, hiring a professional is the way to go.
Patch Local Businesses, Brand Partner
Providence, RI|News|
This RI Restaurant Is Among America's Top 50, NYT Ranking Says
Of the 50 restaurants highlighted by the Times, 32 are newly opened.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
Mega Millions Jackpot Projected To Jump To $800 Million: Lottery
Lottery officials say the jackpot is anticipated to be the 7th highest in the game’s history.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
Mega Millions Expected To Reach $627M On Friday
The one-time cash payout, before taxes, should be more than $309 million, according to lottery officials.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
RI Trucker Falls Asleep, Crashes In NH Construction Zone: State Police
Kenneth Irizarry of Providence reportedly fell asleep and crashed in a construction zone in Merrimack, NH, on Saturday.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
Shooting Victim Drives Himself To Rhode Island Hospital
The victim is in surgery as of around 3 p.m. and police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Cailin Loesch, Patch Staff
Warwick, RI|News|
3 Dogs Found Abandoned, Starving Near Warwick Park
Animal control officials say there will be a reward for any information that leads to the arrest of whoever abandoned the three dogs.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
East Providence, RI|News|
East Providence Names Its Next Fire Chief
Newly appointed Fire Chief Michael Carey has served in the East Providence Fire Department since 1990.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Cranston, RI|News|
Cranston Giving Free Smoke, CO2 Alarms To Seniors, Other Residents
The Cranston Fire Department is offering smoke and carbon monoxide alarms for elderly residents and others with homes built before 1976.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Warwick, RI|News|
Warwick Kayaker's Body Pulled From Narragansett Bay
The body of Timothy Chant, 60, was found along Barrington Town Beach Sunday evening, ABC6 reported, citing officials.
Cailin Loesch, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Pell Elementary School In Newport Hires School Translator
New Pell Elementary School translator Andres Guzman speaks Spanish and English. He is also learning Portuguese to help even more students.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Across Rhode Island|News|
RI Home’s Hidden Secret Will Preserve Your Dignity: How Much House
Secret rooms and passageways date back to the Egyptian Pyramids. Some shelter important secrets, while others are just for the fun of it.
Beth Dalbey, Patch Staff
Warwick, RI|News|
Bishop Hendricken Wins NH Capital City Classic Wrestling Tournament
Pilgrim High School of Warwick, Rhode Island, ties for 8th, against 24 other schools at New Hampshire tournament.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Coventry, RI|News|
Coventry Great Grandmother, 81, Publishes Her Second Poetry Book
Coventry's Lori Bramble has been writing poetry since she was 10, and has remained a life-long writer. She's published two books since 2021.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Woman Charged With DUI After South Kingstown Crash
South Kingstown police say Sarah Weinreich, 46, of Charlestown, drunkenly crossed the center line and crashed her car into another vehicle.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
RI, 41 Other States Sue Meta Platforms; Say Sites Harm Children
US AG's: Meta purposefully designed Facebook and Instagram to include “addictive features” to entice children to spend time on the sites.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Manatee Spotted In RI Waters Has Died, Officials Confirm
Manatees typically prefer warmer waters, like off the coast of Florida. But the sea mammal was recently spotted in Rhode Island waters.
Cailin Loesch, Patch Staff
Middletown, RI|News|
Shark Washes Ashore In Middleton, Expert Answers Burning Questions
Shark strandings on the beach provide an opportunity for important research, according to a Northeast Fisheries Science Center expert.
Cailin Loesch, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
Drawing Tuesday Will Be Largest Mega Millions Jackpot Ever: $1.58B
Mega Millions, drawn on Tuesday and Friday, has not been won since April; the one-time cash payout is expected to be $757M before taxes.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
Narragansett-South Kingstown, RI|News|
Former Patriot Joe Andruzzi Brings Cancer Charity Tour To Rhode Island
Three-time Super Bowl champion Joe Andruzzi speaks on how his past cancer diagnosis inspired him to make a difference in patients' lives.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Newport, RI|News|
Newport Restaurant Group Donates Over $60K To Fight Food Insecurity
Through the program, $2 from every gift card purchase is donated to area non-profits with a mission of fighting food insecurity.
Jimmy Bentley, Patch Staff
Providence, RI|News|
Wednesday's Powerball Jackpot? $653 Million
Lottery officials: Before taxes, the one-time cash payout is expected to be $350.5M.
Tony Schinella, Patch Staff
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