Entries by VGCA Crier Editor

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 […]

Winter Storm Brings Potential for Roadway Impacts to Hampton Roads

Travelers with destinations beyond Hampton Roads should continue to monitor conditions along their entire route, as forecasts may be more severe in different parts of the state. Due to the threat of winter weather impacts on the region, motorists traveling into and around Hampton Roads should stay alert for potentially hazardous road conditions throughout this […]

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 […]