" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/unnamed-2024-10-25T073021.378-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C225&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/unnamed-2024-10-25T073021.378-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C585&ssl=1" /> The city’s Department of Utilities will waive all interest and late fees for October and November utility bills after a processing error caused some customers to see incorrect account balances, officials announced Tuesday. A payment batch was inadvertently posted twice in October during manual processing as the department transitions away from its legacy billing platform. […] The post Newport waives late fees after billing system error affects October statements appeared first on What's Up Newp.

" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/sakonnet-3-743x558-1.jpg?fit=300%2C225&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/sakonnet-3-743x558-1.jpg?fit=743%2C558&ssl=1" /> The Sakonnet River Bridge will illuminate green Tuesday evening as part of a statewide effort to raise awareness about injury and violence prevention, the Rhode Island Department of Health announced. The lighting coincides with National Injury Prevention Day and recognizes injuries and violence as the leading causes of death and hospitalization nationally for people ages […] The post Sakonnet River Bridge to light up green for injury prevention day appeared first on What's Up Newp.

" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/NEW-PROMO_jpeg_RGB-scaled.jpg?fit=218%2C300&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/NEW-PROMO_jpeg_RGB-scaled.jpg?fit=744%2C1024&ssl=1" /> Here’s this week’s Sour Grapes; enjoy! The post Comic – Sour Grapes: Comic Con appeared first on What's Up Newp.

" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/neronha2.jpg?fit=240%2C300&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/neronha2.jpg?fit=780%2C975&ssl=1" /> Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha will speak at the Greater Newport Chamber of Commerce’s quarterly Politics & Pancakes event Dec. 11. The breakfast event, hosted in partnership with the Pell Center at Salve Regina University, will run from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at 518 Bellevue Ave. Bally’s Corporation is sponsoring the series. “We are […] The post Rhode Island Attorney General Neronha to speak at Newport Chamber event appeared first on What's Up Newp.

" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/JAC_8641-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/JAC_8641-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C519&ssl=1" /> Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week has been named Motoring Event of the Year at the 2025 International Historic Motoring Awards, the organization announced Monday. The award, presented by Lockton in London, is one of the collector-car world’s most prestigious global honors. Audrain joins previous winners including the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance and International St […] The post Audrain Newport Concours & Motor Week wins international motoring award appeared first on What's Up Newp.

" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hurricanes_Bruins_Hockey_25322055560648-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Hurricanes_Bruins_Hockey_25322055560648-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> By KEN POWTAK Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Jordan Staal outmuscled a Boston defenseman for a goal with one arm, Pyotr Kochetkov stopped 29 shots and the Carolina Hurricanes cooled off the hot Bruins for a 3-1 victory on Monday night. Former Bruin Taylor Hall and Mark Jankowski also scored for the Hurricanes, who won […] The post Pyotr Kochetkov makes 29 saves as Hurricanes beat Bruins 3-1 appeared first on What's Up Newp.

" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/lg-38.jpeg?fit=300%2C300&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/lg-38.jpeg?fit=780%2C779&ssl=1" /> Bernard (Ben) S. Rajkumar, 85, formerly of Tiverton and Bristol, Rhode Island, died on November 13, 2025. He was the husband of Gemma (Lake) Rajkumar. Ben was born in Princess Town, Trinidad, on September 29, 1940. He is survived by his children and their spouses, Sean (Nicole), Karen Cooper (Rich), and Brett (Michelle), his grandchildren, Jillian, Justin, […] The post Obituary: Bernard Rajkumar appeared first on What's Up Newp.

" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ePyV4ivg.jpeg?fit=300%2C200&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ePyV4ivg.jpeg?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> An oceanfront property at 19 Taylor’s Lane South has sold for $6.5 million, marking the highest single-family home sale in Little Compton for 2025, according to Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty. Cherry Arnold represented the sellers and Elizabeth Kinnane represented the buyers in the transaction. Both are sales associates with Mott & Chace Sotheby’s […] The post Little Compton oceanfront home sells for $6.5 million appeared first on What's Up Newp.

while Sparkling Lights illuminates The Breakers landscape (The Preservation Society of Newport County) " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/zDyNJu8A.jpeg?fit=300%2C224&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/zDyNJu8A.jpeg?fit=780%2C583&ssl=1" /> Four historic Newport mansions will open their doors to holiday celebrations beginning Nov. 21, featuring elaborate seasonal decorations and an illuminated outdoor light display at The Breakers. The Preservation Society of Newport County will present Holidays at the Newport Mansions at The Breakers, Marble House, The Elms and Chateau-sur-Mer, according to a news release issued […] The post Newport Mansions to launch holiday celebrations Nov. 21 appeared first on What's Up Newp.

" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/NSQ-picture-railings.jpg?fit=300%2C183&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/NSQ-picture-railings.jpg?fit=780%2C477&ssl=1" /> The Newport String Project will present the second weekend of its Newport County Concert Series with performances on Saturday, Dec. 6, and Sunday, Dec. 7, featuring the Newport String Quartet. The Saturday concert will be held at 2 p.m. at Four Corners Arts Center, 3848 Main Road, Tiverton. The Sunday performance will take place at […] The post Newport String Quartet to perform winter concert series Dec. 6-7 appeared first on What's Up Newp.

" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Wendy-Taylor_stage_Destination-Defender-scaled.png?fit=300%2C169&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Wendy-Taylor_stage_Destination-Defender-scaled.png?fit=780%2C439&ssl=1" /> West Place Animal Sanctuary has won the top prize in the 2025 Defender Service Awards, culminating a five-year effort by the Rhode Island farm animal rescue organization. The Tiverton-based nonprofit was named winner in the Honorees category on November 15 at an awards ceremony in Temecula, California, following a 17-day public voting campaign in October. […] The post West Place Animal Sanctuary wins prestigious Defender Service Award appeared first on What's Up Newp.

" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/wBuwFrlA-scaled.jpeg?fit=300%2C200&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/wBuwFrlA-scaled.jpeg?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> Roger Williams Park Zoo will illuminate 40 acres with millions of twinkling bulbs when the Holiday Lights Spectacular returns Nov. 28 for its annual run through Jan. 4, 2026. The event, presented by Rhode Island Energy, will run nightly from 5 to 9:30 p.m., except Dec. 24 and 25. Visitors can stroll glowing pathways featuring festive […] The post Holiday Lights Spectacular returns to Roger Williams Park Zoo for 2025 season appeared first on What's Up Newp.

" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/1000006769-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/1000006769-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> A Wish Come True will host its 22nd annual Freezin’ for a Reason Polar Plunge Challenge on Jan. 1, 2026, at Easton’s Beach. Participants will plunge into the Atlantic Ocean at noon to raise funds for children ages 3-18 battling life-threatening illnesses in Rhode Island, southeastern and central Massachusetts, and eastern Connecticut. “The Polar Plunge […] The post Polar plunge returns to Newport on New Year’s Day appeared first on What's Up Newp.

" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/lg-2025-11-17T072030.437.jpeg?fit=170%2C300&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/lg-2025-11-17T072030.437.jpeg?fit=581%2C1024&ssl=1" /> Kaitlyn “KB” Bric, age 36, of Middletown, RI, passed away on November 13, 2025, at Rhode Island Hospital, surrounded by her family and close friends. Born to Leisha Hackett and Peter Bric, Kaitlyn was the beloved daughter whose warmth and spirit brightened every room. Her stepfather, Sean Hackett, was a loving, steady presence in her life-someone she […] The post Obituary: Kaitlyn Bric appeared first on What's Up Newp.

" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/484318823_1188494169942802_3945757589937120311_n.jpg?fit=300%2C169&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/484318823_1188494169942802_3945757589937120311_n.jpg?fit=780%2C439&ssl=1" /> Heritage Restaurant Group announced Monday it has entered into an agreement to acquire Jo’s American Bistro, the Memorial Boulevard restaurant that has served American cuisine with Italian influences since 2013. The acquisition is expected to close in approximately 90 days, subject to customary closing conditions. Jo’s American Bistro, located at 24 Memorial Boulevard, was founded […] The post Heritage Restaurant Group to acquire Jo’s American Bistro appeared first on What's Up Newp.

" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/GetMedia-2025-11-17T054422.643.jpeg?fit=300%2C200&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/GetMedia-2025-11-17T054422.643.jpeg?fit=780%2C519&ssl=1" /> Last week brought a noticeably slower pace to the Newport County market. According to the closings published in the Statewide MLS as of last night, only nine homes traded hands across the entire county, with no recorded sales in Middletown or Little Compton. As we move deeper into November, this type of seasonal softening is […] The post What Sold: A look at 9 homes that traded hands last week in Newport County (Nov. 10 – 14) appeared first on What's Up Newp.

" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Clippers_Celtics_Basketball_25320793136707-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C200&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Clippers_Celtics_Basketball_25320793136707-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> BOSTON (AP) — Jaylen Brown scored 33 points and had 13 rebounds, Payton Pritchard added 30 points and the Boston Celtics held off the Los Angeles Clippers for a 121-118 victory on Sunday. Derrick White scored 22 points with nine assists and seven rebounds, and Neemias Queta chipped in with 14 points and nine boards […] The post Jaylen Brown scores 33, Payton Pritchard 30 as Celtics hold off Clippers 121-118 appeared first on What's Up Newp.

" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/lg-37.jpeg?fit=209%2C300&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/lg-37.jpeg?fit=713%2C1024&ssl=1" /> Gerald T. Carroll, 98, of Middletown, Rhode Island, died on November 13, 2025. He was the husband of the late Frances (Silvia) Carroll. Born in Fall River, MA on September 5, 1927, He was the son of the late William and Mary (Moffitt) Carroll. Gerry grew up in Fall River, MA and enlisted in the […] The post Obituary: Gerald Carroll appeared first on What's Up Newp.

" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Bruins_Canadiens_Hockey_25320107782325-scaled.jpg?fit=300%2C224&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Bruins_Canadiens_Hockey_25320107782325-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C583&ssl=1" /> MONTREAL (AP) — Jeremy Swayman stopped 26 shots for his fifth consecutive victory and the Boston Bruins overcame the loss of defenseman Charlie McAvoy to a mouth injury to beat the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 on Saturday night in a heated game. The Bruins improved to 12-8-0, winning for the eighth time in nine games. McAvoy […] The post Swayman stops 28 shots to help the Bruins beat the Canadiens 3-2 in a heated game appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Pexels.com","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"selective focus close up photo of brown wilson pigskin football on green grass","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="pexels-photo-2570139-2" data-image-description="" data-image-caption=" Photo by Jean-Daniel Francoeur on Pexels.com " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/pexels-photo-2570139-2.jpeg?fit=300%2C199&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/pexels-photo-2570139-2.jpeg?fit=780%2C519&ssl=1" /> ORONO, Maine (AP) — Antwain Littleton Jr. dashed for a career-high 202 yards rushing and scored two touchdowns on 21 carries as Rhode Island trounced Maine, 45-13 on Saturday. Littleton Jr. scored from 2 yards out on the Rams’ first drive of the game, and tacked on a 52-yard rushing score at the end of […] The post Littleton Jr. rushes for career-high 202 as Rhode Island defeats Maine 45-13 appeared first on What's Up Newp.

A capacity crowd packed the Jamestown Arts Center (JAC) for the newportFILM exclusive screening of “Love+War,” the National Geographic documentary chronicling Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Lynsey Addario’s extraordinary work amidst the world’s war-torn zones. Newport film fans were offered a rare, behind-the-scenes perspective on the making of the documentary by hearing from the cinematographer Thorsten Thielow […] The post Critically acclaimed ‘Love+War’ cinematographer, Thorsten Thielow, on making the film appeared first on What's Up Newp.

" data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Thumbnail-2025-11-15T071108.138.webp?fit=231%2C300&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Thumbnail-2025-11-15T071108.138.webp?fit=339%2C440&ssl=1" /> It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Daniel J. Bills. He died on November 9, 2025 at home in Newport, RI, with his beloved wife, Nancy, at his side. He was ninety. Dan was born September 2, 1935, in Long Branch, NJ, the only child of Miriam and Roger Bills. He […] The post Obituary: Daniel J. Bills appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Pexels.com","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"basketball hoop in basketball court","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="pexels-photo-1752757" data-image-description="" data-image-caption=" Photo by Markus Spiske on Pexels.com " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/pexels-photo-1752757.jpeg?fit=300%2C196&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/pexels-photo-1752757.jpeg?fit=780%2C509&ssl=1" /> BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — Alon Michaeli scored 20 points and grabbed six rebounds, Elijah Malone added 17 points and seven rebounds, and Colorado defeated Providence 97-88 on Friday night. Isaiah Johnson and Barrington Hargress each added 15 points for the Buffaloes (3-0), and Hargress dished out a game-high 11 assists. The Buffs shot 52% from […] The post Michaeli scores 20, Malone chips in 17 for Colorado in 97-88 win against Providence appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Pexels.com","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"basketball hoop in basketball court","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="pexels-photo-1752757-1" data-image-description="" data-image-caption=" Photo by Markus Spiske on Pexels.com " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/pexels-photo-1752757-1.jpeg?fit=300%2C196&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/pexels-photo-1752757-1.jpeg?fit=780%2C509&ssl=1" /> KINGSTON, R.I. (AP) — Myles Corey’s 19 points helped Rhode Island defeat Albany (NY) 80-61 on Friday. Corey shot 7 of 11 from the field and 5 for 5 from the line for the Rams (3-1). Tyler Cochran added 18 points while shooting 4 for 11 (2 for 4 from 3-point range) and 8 of […] The post Corey’s 19 lead Rhode Island over Albany (NY) 80-61 appeared first on What's Up Newp.

Pexels.com","created_timestamp":"0","copyright":"","focal_length":"0","iso":"0","shutter_speed":"0","title":"ball on hoop","orientation":"0"}" data-image-title="pexels-photo-358042" data-image-description="" data-image-caption=" Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com " data-medium-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/pexels-photo-358042.jpeg?fit=214%2C300&ssl=1" data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/whatsupnewp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/pexels-photo-358042.jpeg?fit=732%2C1024&ssl=1" /> PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Michael Eley had 18 points in Hampton’s 72-63 win against Brown on Friday. Eley shot 6 of 8 from the field and 5 of 5 from the free-throw line for the Pirates (2-2). Daniel Johnson scored 17 points and added four steals. Jalyke Gaines-Wyatt shot 4 of 11 from the field […] The post Hampton wins 72-63 against Brown appeared first on What's Up Newp.