Entries by VGCA Crier Editor

MLK Holiday Closings, Schedules

The City of Newport News will observe the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday on Monday, Jan. 20. Here’s a look at how city offices, facilities, and services will be impacted. City offices and libraries — Closed Monday, Jan. 20. Recreation Centers — Operating on normal schedule. Garbage, Recycling, Bulk Waste Collections — No collections on Monday, Jan. 20. All […]

City Prepares for Another Weekend of Winter Weather

As the second consecutive weekend of winter weather approaches, Newport News is stepping up efforts to keep residents safe in the face of a forecasted storm. Snow, ice, and frigid temperatures are expected to cause hazardous conditions, prompting the city to take proactive steps to mitigate the impact on the community. Public Works crews have […]

Ambassador Pass: Free Attraction Admission for City Employees, Residents

The 2025 Newport News Ambassador Passes are now available! This pass allows Newport News residents and city employees the opportunity to visit eight Newport News attractions for FREE starting Jan. 13. Each pass is good for two adults and two children. Ambassador passes are also available to Fort Eustis active-duty military and spouses, Christopher Newport University students, and […]

Bring Christmas Trees to ROC

The Recovery Operations Center (ROC) is a great place to bring your Christmas tree. There, it will be turned into mulch and compost, which will be sold to the general public. Bring your natural Christmas tree – free of all tinsel, ornaments, and lights – to the ROC Monday through Saturday, 8 a.m. to 4 […]

VGCA Decor contest 2024 winners

Congratulations to all the winners for the 2024 season. We love what you’ve done this year. We’re looking forward to what everyone comes up with for next year. Color: 1st 587 Minuteman Dr. 2nd 575 Crown Point Dr. 3rd 610 Crown Point Dr. Classic: 1st 609 Brandywine Dr. 2nd 647 Village Green Parkway 3rd 758 […]

Be Prepared for Old Man Winter

Cold, ice, and snow may be headed our way, so it’s essential you prepare. Below are some quick steps to keep yourself and your loved ones safe this winter. Have an emergency kit prepared with supplies such as flashlights and batteries in your home and car, blankets, food that needs no cooking or refrigeration, a […]

2024 Newport News City End of Year Holiday Closings & Schedules

The upcoming holidays will impact Newport News city operating hours and services. Here’s a look at how city offices, facilities, and services will be affected. Christmas Holiday City Offices, Recreation Centers/Programs, Libraries – Closed Tuesday, Dec. 24 – Thursday, Dec. 26 Recovery Operations Center – Closed Tuesday, Dec. 24 – Wednesday, Dec. 25. Garbage, Recycling, […]

Loose Leaf Collection Continues Dec. 23

Our Public Works Department’s annual loose leaf collection program offers residents a simple way to dispose of raked leaves. The collected leaves are brought to the Recovery Operations Center, where they’re turned into mulch and sold by the city in the spring. Collection Schedule:  Area 2: Monday, Dec. 23, 2024 <- Village Green is in […]