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The Week in RI: Medical Marijuana, Gangs in Cranston
Miss anything that happened this week? Take a look at some of the top stories from around Rhode Island. Click the headlines to read the full story.
Saturday, June 1
State Approves License for Portsmouth Medical Marijuana Dispensary
Portsmouth's Greenleaf Compassionate Care in Portsmouth will start selling medical marijuana on Saturday, after receiving its registration certificate from the state on Wednesday.
Sunday, June 2
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Longtime Town Manager Resigns
Four months after Town Manager Bill Sequino marked 25 years on the job in East Greenwich, he said Tuesday he will resign to take on the executive director post at the quasi-public R.I. Clean Water Finance Agency.
Monday, June 3
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Police Searching for Alex and Ani Thieves
Cranston Police are looking to track down this man and woman who allegedly stole a large number of Alex and Ani bracelets from the Alex and Ani store in Chapel View recently.
Tuesday, June 4
Alleged Cranston Gang Member Caught in Drug Sting
A Cranston man is among four men arrested after a months-long multi-agency drug trafficking investigation involving cocaine, heroin, Ecstasy and a synthetic drug called "Molly."
Wednesday, June 5
Woonsocket Man Helps Neighbor Apprehend Thief
On May 24 at about 1:13 p.m., Woonsocket Police were called to the area of 36 Providence St. for a report of a person stealing objects from back yards.
When Officer Jeffery Gagnon arrived, he found Brandon Lee Mota, 19, of 273 Third Ave., Apt. 3rd, sitting on the ground next to a standing Brandon Lebrie. Also with Mota was Cera Joyner, 27, of the same address as Mota.
Lebrie told Gagnon he'd chased Mota down after hearing a commotion.
Thursday, June 6
E-ZPass Transponders Discounted For Limited Time
For a limited time beginning on June 25, the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA) will discount the cost of its E-ZPass transponders from its usual price of $20.95 to just $10. In addition, RITBA will give a $10 credit to the new E-ZPass account to be applied to future toll expenses.
Friday, June 7
400 Sq. Ft. Trash Pile Found in Newport Harbor
A pile of trash measuring some 400 sq. ft. was recently discovered in Newport Harbor.
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