'Sparkling Lights' Return To Newport | Patch PM

Welcome to Patch PM! It may be Monday, but it's just a few days until Thanksgiving. Here's a look at the stories you may have missed around Rhode Island today.

Today's top story

Thanksgiving may still be a few days away, but the Christmas season has already arrived at the historic Newport mansions. Now through the new year, visitors can admire the sumptuous holiday displays inside the houses, as well as the second year of "Sparkling Lights at The Breakers," a glittering outdoor display that lights up the night.

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Visitors to The Breakers can take their time exploring the outdoor grounds, with decorations lighting up the night on three sides of the sprawling Gilded Age mansion.

Monday's other headlines

• RI Police Stepping Up DUI Patrols This Thanksgiving: Fatal DUI crashes generally spike the night before Thanksgiving, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
• RI Leaders Push For COVID-19 Boosters Ahead Of Thanksgiving: "A short appointment can save lives and prevent empty seats around the table this holiday season," Gov. Dan McKee said.
• Christmas 2021: Where To Watch Your Favorite Holiday Specials: From Frosty the Snowman to Charlie Brown to the Grinch to the Griswolds, Patch has your guide to this year's Christmas movies and specials.
• Thanksgiving Store Hours '21: What's Open, Closed In Rhode Island: Want to get a jump on Black Friday shopping? These Rhode Island stores will be open on Thanksgiving Day.