Posted on: September 11, 2023
Newport News Public Schools (NNPS) and the City of Newport News hosted “Huntington Middle School: The Next Chapter” on September 7 at the site of the future Huntington Middle School. The outdoor event commemorated the proud history of ...
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Posted on: September 11, 2023
The Virginia Department of Health is moving the Peninsula Health Center (PHC) from 416 J Clyde Morris Blvd. to the former Stratford University Building at 836 J Clyde Morris Blvd. in Newport News. At the new location, the PHC will continue to provide the ...
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Posted on: September 8, 2023
Customer Service Lobby will be closed for training purposes on September 22 from 8:00 am – 9:30 am. Our offices will open at 9:30 am. For customer’s convenience they can pay online at https://myservices.nnww.nnva.go...
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Posted on: August 31, 2023
The city recently hosted a community conversation on homelessness. This forum was an opportunity for the city to provide information on the issue and detail our services for the homeless community, as well as those at risk of becoming homeless. Residents ...
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Posted on: August 1, 2023
Yearlong intensive management program provides executive education and training for 40 mayors and 80 senior city leaders from across the globe
Newport News Mayor Phillip Jones, Assistant City Manager Ralph “Bo” Clayton and Director of Human Resources Allis...
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Posted on: July 20, 2023
Meetings will also be available for on-demand viewing
Beginning with the July 25 meeting, Newport News City Council work sessions will be shown live on NNTV, live streamed on social media, and available for on-demand viewing after the meeting. Re...
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Posted on: July 13, 2023
The City of Newport News is partnering with The CAN Foundation to create the Newport News Street Museum, a city-wide mural project. This innovative initiative highlights diverse locations throughout the city while also encouraging placemaking, p...
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Posted on: July 14, 2023
The next few months are an ideal time to take photos in Newport News – and that photograph might win you $500! The city’s ZOOM IN on Newport News Photo Contest is returning for its 14th year, with this year’s theme being &...
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Posted on: June 29, 2023
Three public meetings scheduled to hear from residents, businesses, stakeholders
The City of Newport News is proactively undertaking a multi-year, master planning effort to tackle flooding challenges and develop long-term flooding mitigation options for th...
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Posted on: June 15, 2023
Vice Mayor Curtis Bethany was named to Old Dominion University’s Alumni Association’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2023. Now in its third year, the ODU Alumni Association’s recognition program was established “to honor grad...
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Posted on: June 5, 2023
Mark your calendars as the City of Newport News commemorates history and celebrates freedom with two Juneteenth events. Join us on June 12 at 1 p.m. in front of City Hall as we raise the Juneteenth flag in recognition of the end of slavery in the United S...
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Posted on: June 2, 2023
Hurricane season has begun! Take the time to prepare before a storm threatens our region.
Know Your Zone: Evacuation zones are designated A through D and provide clarity on whether you should evacuate in an emergency or shelter at home ...
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Posted on: May 30, 2023
June 1 forum focuses on how federal programs are helping Newport News residents
Mayor Phillip D. Jones is traveling to Washington, D. C. on Thursday, June 1, to participate in the “Communities in Action: Building a Better Virginia” forum at the White House...
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Posted on: May 19, 2023
The City of Newport News recently received state grants for downtown revitalization projects. Funding will support the transformation taking place in the city and will invigorate this historic part of the community.
Newport News was one of three cities in ...
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Posted on: May 3, 2023
Congressman Bobby Scott this morning presented the city with a check for $760,000 for violence reduction. The community project funds, secured by Congressman Scott, will be used for the city's Gun Violence and Violent Crime Reduction Initiative.
A large po...
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Posted on: April 27, 2023
The City of Newport News and the Newport News Green Foundation received a $125,000 grant from the American Beverage Foundation for a Healthy America (ABFHA) and the African American Mayors Association (AAMA). Four cities with African American m...
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Posted on: March 29, 2023
No tax rate or user fee increases proposed; NNPS request fully funded
The recommended operating budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024, was presented to City Council at its work session yesterday evening. Supporting the...
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Posted on: January 18, 2023
The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a $640,994 grant to the City of Newport News to support design work for development of a seafood market, as well as dock improvements and dredging design at the ...
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Posted on: January 12, 2023
Newport News is known for events that entertain guests of all ages while offering fun and unique experiences. From the renowned Fall Festival and Outdoor Enthusiast Event to competitive sporting events and the Children’s Festival, residents and ...
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Posted on: January 5, 2023
To encourage more small, women- and minority-owned (SWaM) businesses to compete for contracting opportunities with Newport News, the city’s Purchasing Office is offering free, monthly workshops to help such businesses better?understand the procurement pro...
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Posted on: January 7, 2023
Newport News Mayor Phillip D. Jones has issued the following statement regarding yesterday's shooting at Richneck Elementary School.
"Newport News is a strong community, but we are saddened and disheartened by the terrible tragedy that took p...
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Posted on: December 16, 2022
Mayor-elect Phillip D. Jones is in Washington, D.C. today at the invitation of the White House to meet with senior leadership of the Biden-Harris Administration. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss working with the White House on key issues such as t...
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Posted on: November 21, 2022
In 2021, the City of Newport News launched a strategic initiative to uncover the community’s brand identity. The goal was to discover what is distinct and authentic about Newport News and develop messaging that conveys the city’s uniqu...
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Posted on: November 14, 2022
The city of Newport News is excited to announce the release of a new commission opportunity for qualified artists and artist-teams to create a public mural in the up-and-coming Yard District.
The city is actively accepting proposals for a 3,900 square foot...
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Posted on: October 26, 2022
The City of Newport News, Peake Childhood Center, and Virginia Peninsula Community College have begun a new project to enhance early education outcomes and transform the lives of young people and their families in Newport News and beyond. The th...
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Posted on: October 19, 2022
The city of Newport News and the Newport News Green Foundation have announced that Newport News is now a Bee City USA affiliate. The announcement event took place October 18, at the Green Foundation's Chatham Trail property in Newport News where ...
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Posted on: October 3, 2022
Residents in low-lying areas are encouraged to plan ahead.
The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood warning, which means flooding is occurring or is imminent. Anticipated flood conditions could rival or surpass those seen in Hurric...
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Posted on: August 4, 2022
In 2019, the Virginia General Assembly designated August 13 as Shipbuilders’ Day in celebration of Virginia’s maritime heritage and our history as a national leader in the shipbuilding industry. To honor the contributions of maritime e...
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Posted on: August 4, 2022
Avelo Airlines today announced it will begin serving Newport News this fall with exclusive nonstop service to Florida. Avelo will begin serving Orlando International Airport (MCO) on Oct. 19 and Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport (FLL) on Oct...
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Posted on: July 15, 2022
Newport News and THR Cycling have joined forces to welcome a new competitive sporting event in the city. The Newport News Twilight Criterium, an elite amateur bicycle racing event sanctioned by USA Cycling, will take place on Saturday, July 30 f...
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Posted on: July 11, 2022
Dance and enjoy family friendly activities during the Southeast Community Celebration. Two waterfront concerts make up the Celebration, which is known to many as the Mayor’s Summer Concert Series. These popular events take pl...
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Posted on: July 11, 2022
Hampton Roads Transit (HRT) OnDemand begins operating Sunday, July 10 in select areas of Newport News and Virginia Beach, offering residents an easy and affordable way to get around. This unique service allows customers within designated service zones to ...
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