​RI Rolling Back Most Coronavirus Restrictions | Patch PM

Portsmouth RI

14 May, 2021

3:58 PM

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Welcome to Friday's edition of Patch PM. Here's a look at today's top stories. RI Lifts Mask, Social Distancing Mandates For Vaccinated PeoplePROVIDENCE, RI — In a "once in a lifetime reset," Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee on Friday announced the state will lift its facial covering and social distancing requirements for... Read more Some Rhode Island Dunkin' Stores To Offer COVID-19 Vaccines RHODE ISLAND — Dunkin' is offering Rhode Islanders the ultimate opportunity to multitask on May 26: the chance to be vaccinated against the coronavirus during a coffee run.... Read more Providence Educator Released On Bond In Warwick Foot-Rubbing Case WARWICK, RI — A former Providence educator was released on $1,000 bond and issued a no-contact order during his appearance in 3rd Division District Court on Thursday. Olayinka Alege, 40,... Read more RIPTA Driver Awarded For Life-Saving Act Of Heroism PROVIDENCE, RI — The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority driver recognized last month for jumping to action when seeing a man who appeared ready to jump off a bridge was recognized for her heroism... Read more Watch Hill Lighthouse To Be Given Away By Federal Government WESTERLY, RI — The federal government wants to give away — for free — the Watch Hill Lighthouse. The General Services Administration says the U.S. Coast Guard no longer needs... Read more Firefighter Unhurt After Falling Through Floor In East Providence EAST PROVIDENCE, RI — A firefighter who fell through the floor of a burning building Monday morning was not injured, said East Providence Fire Chief Glenn Quick. Firefighters from several... Read more