Opinion: Jumpstarting The Blue Economy

Two local lawmakers are calling for investments into the Narragansett Bay, both in science and research.

Opinion: Tide Shift At Coastal Resources Management Council?

Representatives Lauren Carson and Deborah Ruggiero argued that "the CRMC needs to be a state priority."

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.

Opinion: Let's Pay Community Service Providers

Rep. Deborah Ruggiero called for greater investment into community service providers to encourage retention.

Opinion: Why RI Needs Municipal Broadband Infrastructure

Rep. Deborah Ruggiero called for greater investment into internet access for the unserved and underserved.

Opinion: The High Stakes Of Appropriate Coastal Management

Rep. Lauren Carson serves on the Coastal Resources Management Council, which is dedicated to addressing rising sea levels.

Opinion: Short-Term Rental Safety Must Be Addressed

Sen. Dawn Euer and Rep. Lauren Carson raised concerns about short-term rentals through AirBnB, VRBO and other third-party rental companies.

Opinion: Why Broadband Matters To You And Your Family

Rep. Deborah Ruggiero called for reliable, fast and affordable internet access for all Rhode Islanders.

Opinion: Act On Climate Is The Commitment We Need

Act on Climate sponsors Sen. Dawn Euer and Rep. Lauren Carson explain why they consider it an investment in Rhode Ilsand's future.

Opinion: Rental Assistance Is Here

The new state budget bill includes rental assistance for Rhode Islanders behind on payments.

Opinion: Help Your Small Business Now

The Rhode Island Society of CPAs has partnered with RI Commerce Corporation to provide free online technical, legal and training services.

'In And Out In No Time At All': How Voting Went In Rhode Island

Overall, Patch readers had a good experience at the polls this Nov. 3, without the long lines reported in some parts of the countrty.

RI Leaders March In Memory Of RBG | Patch PM

Also: First round of 'Take It Outside' grants awarded | DMV extends expiration dates | more.

Opinion: The 3 Ways To Vote In November

Rhode Island voters have several safe, secure ways to vote this Election Day.

Newport Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference

The helpers are the people who make life better. Nominate your Local Heroes to give them the recognition they deserve, presented by Ring.

Raimondo Praises Harris, Slams Trump's Orders | Patch PM

Also: More than 400 social gathering violations reported to state police | RI school opening delayed | more.

Opinion: The Many Ways To Vote In Rhode Island

"It’s important to review the many ways you can now vote in Rhode Island," Rep. Deborah Ruggerio said.

Letter To The Editor: Supporting Offshore Wind

"The environmental benefits are equally impactful as offshore wind would be the backbone of a zero-carbon emission electric grid."

Opinion: RI Needs A Strategy For Rebuilding Tourism Industry

"It is time for us to do better than plan for survival of the moment or the day," Said. Rep. Lauren Carson.

Opinion: Rhode Island Needs Eviction Protections

Two Aquidneck Island lawmakers are calling for the state to use some of its federal stimulus money to provide emergency rent assistance.

RI Bishop Weighs In On Abortion, Sex Abuse Controversy | Patch PM

Also: New law would clarify parentage rights | Frontier ends service to Denver from T.F. Green Airport | more.

Letter To The Editor: Expungement Event

"A criminal history – even for a minor offense – can haunt a person for the rest of their life," wrote Senator Dawn Euer.

Opinion: Ocean State Must Face Reality Of Rising Shores

"As the Ocean State, we should be much more proactive when it comes to resiliency along our shores."

Local Students Take Home Rhode Island Foundation Scholarships

Six Rhode Island students are the recipients of the 2019 Carter Roger Williams scholarships, worth up to $320,000 over four years.

Opinion: State Still Struggling To Regulate Third-Party Rentals

Rep. Lauren Carson is calling for regulation of Airbnb, VRBO and other third-party rental companies.

Proposed Rate Hikes Would Affect Beach Parking, Campsites

The Rhode Island DEM presented the proposed fee increases at a public listening session Wednesday evening.

Letter To The Editor: Newport needs NEW Leadership

Angela McCalla and Valerie Larkin are running for Ward 1 and Ward 2 council seats, respectively. Both can shape a smarter future for Newport

Letter To The Editor: Newport Schools Have A Surplus

The Newport School Committee will ask the council to increase school funding by $1.8 million but actually has most of that money in reserve.

Letter To The Editor: Lessons From Harvey: R.I. Must Plan With Flooding In Mind

Rhode Island can protect itself from some of the economic risks posed by rising sea levels through coordinated statewide planning.

Bike Newport Launches 'Explore Our Neighborhood' Activity Trail

Forty sign posts have been installed in Newport’s North Side and Broadway neighborhoods to encourage walking and biking.

Five of the Best Rhode Island Stories of 2016

Here are five of the top stories from 2016. We have a list of about 20. Let us know your choice.

Workmen Find Eighteenth-Century British Coin Under Newport Lawyer's Driveway

Former Councilor Mike Farley said the pavers rang his bell this morning and handed him the 1730 coin.

Sell It Again Has Your Hockey Needs

Bottaro Law Team at SYNRGY Cardio-Kick-Athon

With Quality Line-Up Almost Complete, Prime Location An Experience Package By Land and Sea, Newport Yachting Center Is Becoming The Area's Premier Outdoor Concert Venue

Newport Concert Series Announces An Intimate And Acoustic Alanis Morissette Show At The Newport Yachting Center In August

TONIGHT! Singfest Dance Party at FloorTime Studios in Middletown!

Newport Concert Series At The Newport Yachting Center To Make Summer Temperatures Rise Even Higher In Early August With Line-Up Featuring 3 Doors Down, Boz Scaggs and Gregg Allman

Summer Dance Lessons

' Child prodigy 'Artist Chiocchio Shows in Newport Gallery