Large bear spotted in Hope Valley backyard

HOPKINTON, R.I. (WLNE) — On Monday, the Hopkinton Police Department shared photos of a large bear in the backyard of a Hope Valley resident.

Photos dated from November, 19 show a large black bear in a resident’s yard that’s trying to get into their bird feeder.

Police said while there’s no need to report bear sightings, residents should use them as a reminder of the wildlife in the area.

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