Brooke Constance White was born very far away in Washington State but was raised in Westerly, RI. She was homeschooled from kindergarten through 12th grade, is now a Junior at the University of Rhode Island and in pursuit of a bachelors degree in English and Journalism. During the school year, she is a staff reporter for the URI's student newspaper, The Good 5 Cent Cigarand has also been a contributing reporter for GoLocalProv.
She aspires to learn all there is about journalism and wishes to hear tips, ideas, constructive criticism etc.
Email her at brooke.white@patch.com
When not reporting/writing a story, reading a book, hanging out with friends or going for a run, she is either :
1.) Daydreaming about traveling the world
2.) Playing in the sunshine
3.) Swimming in the ocean
4.) Wishing that someday she will be able to cook like Julia Child
Today is the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Bob - Patch talked with some residents to find out what it was like on this day back in 1991.
The following information was supplied by the North Kingstown Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
Governor Chafee came down to Charlestown Tuesday morning to visit with local business owners and discuss challenges that small businesses face in rural towns and communities.
The first 'Bold r Dash' event that took place on Saturday at Yawgoo Valley Ski Area has received mixed reviews as several participants have spoken out about confusing signage on the course.
We want to introduce you to the newly appointed Principal at Fishing Cove Elementary School, Karen Seitler.
The first 'Bold r Dash' event that took place on Saturday at Yawgoo Valley Ski Area has received mixed reviews as several participants have spoken out about confusing signage on the course.
Live chat with two groups of scientists that are thousands of miles away, a rarity elsewhere but par for the course at the Inner Space Center.
The Molar Express, a program through the Comprehensive Community Action Program is in Coventry on August 16 and is offering free dental restorative and preventative work to those up to age 21.
The following information was supplied by the North Kingstown Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.
Live chat with two groups of scientists that are thousands of miles away, a rarity elsewhere but par for the course at the Inner Space Center.
UFC's Joe Lauzon will be on hand to help owner Dan Faggella re-introduce South Kingstown to MMA and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
The 2011 Rhode Island Lifeguard Tournament continued at East Matunuck State Beach with night 4: Ocean Rescue, Kayak Relay, and Open Swim Relay.
As the 2011 RI Lifeguard Tournaments continued last night at Scarborough Beach, Narraganset Town Beach took first in the men's and women's medley and placed at second and third in the women's and men's torp relay.
Parts of the 42-acre parcel of wetlands should have public access.
After Thursday night, Narragansett lifeguards lead with 146 points with Middletown close behind with 130 points. The final showdown of the week-long competition happens Saturday evening on Second Beach.
The 2011 Rhode Island Lifeguard Tournament continued at East Matunuck State Beach with night 4: Ocean rescue, Kayak relay, and Open Swim Relay.
The 2011 Rhode Island Lifeguard Tournament continued at East Matunuck State Beach with night 4: Ocean rescue, Kayak relay, and Open Swim Relay.
Come to the gazebo in Memorial Square at 6 p.m. tonight for free music.
Come down to Bagelz in Wakefield to talk with our local editor, Carl Critz. We're always looking for feedback and ideas from our readers.
Voted best date night by RI Monthly, bring your sweetheart, your best friend, or even your mom for a awesome outing at sunset.
