Entries by VGCA Crier Editor

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 […]

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 […]