Entries by VGCA Crier Editor

Outdoor Enthusiast Event

Get Ready for Adventure at Newport News Park’s Outdoor Enthusiast Event The City of Newport News invites residents and visitors alike to the 4th Annual Outdoor Enthusiast Event, held at Newport News Park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 19 – and best of all, admission is free. This signature event by […]

The Great Food Truck Race visits NN

Big Flavors. Big Cameras. Food Network is Rolling into Newport News. Get your appetites ready Newport News—The Great Food Truck Race is pulling up to our city, and you’re invited to be part of the action. The Food Network fan-favorite is bringing its high-energy, flavor-packed competition right to our streets. join us for two days […]

James River Bridge Closure 7-10 Mar

The James River Bridge (JRB) will close to northbound traffic from Isle of Wight County to Newport News on Friday, March 7 at 9 p.m. to Monday, March 10 at 5 a.m. The closure is necessary for contractor crews to make repairs to the bridge’s grid deck. Backup inclement weather dates: This work is weather-dependent. If unable to implement […]

Winter Storm Update

Newport News city offices will be closed on Thursday, Feb. 20. Additional closing and shelter info is as follows: The Four Oaks Day Service Center (7401 Warwick Blvd.) will remain open daily from 5:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. to provide a warming shelter and support services for individuals experiencing homelessness. The current PORT site is Chestnut Memorial United […]

President’s Day Holiday Closings & Schedules

The city will observe President’s Day on Monday, Feb. 17. Here’s a look at how city offices, facilities, and services will be impacted. City Offices and libraries  — Closed Monday, Feb. 17. Recreation Centers — Operating on normal schedule. Garbage, Recycling & Bulk Waste Collections — No collections on Monday, Feb. 17. All collections for Village Green […]

Loose Leaf Collection Update

From the City of Newport News: We appreciate your patience as we work diligently to complete the loose-leaf collection. Due to unforeseen delays, we are currently behind schedule. To ensure all areas are serviced, we will be extending collection hours, working on weekends, and utilizing other city staff to augment crews currently working. Our crews […]