Archive - Newport News Daily

Newport News Selects Contractor for Little Creek Dam Restoration

Wisconsin-based company recommended for safety upgrades to restore full reservoir operations

Sep 17

Newport News Council Poised to Enact Tougher Civil Penalties for Zoning Violations

Fines could rise to $1,500 per offense such as unauthorized commercial uses

Sep 5

Newport News Planning Commission Advances Vape Shop Regulations

City Council to decide Sept. 23 on zoning rules for retail establishments

Sep 5

August 2025

Newport News Considering Vape Shop Regulations

New rules will be considered by Planning Commission and City Council in September

Aug 28

Newport News Council Approves $33M+ in Waterworks Funding

Projects include dam repairs, pump station upgrades, and neighborhood water system improvements

Aug 20

Newport News Approves $169K in Arts Funding

Allocations by City Council will support 30 local organizations through operating and project grants

Aug 20

Newport News Council Addresses Unsafe Structures, Blight and Debris

Three code updates passed unanimously; changes take effect between August and October

Aug 19

Newport News Expands Rental Inspection Program to Lower Midtown

Council unanimously approves new inspection district covering 7,400 housing units

Aug 19

City Council Approves Regal Way Rezoning for 327-unit Apartment Development

Projects clears final hurdle as Newport News Council unanimously backs housing proposal

Aug 19

THRIVE Peninsula Expands Services to Meet Rising Needs Across Newport News

Faith-based nonprofit ramps up food access, financial coaching, and bilingual programs as economic pressures mount

Aug 13

VPCC Breaking Ground on $9M Newport News Trades Center

New 16,000-square-foot facility will provide training programs in maritime and construction trades.

Aug 11

City Releases Details about Little Creek Dam Rehabilitation Project

Newport News seeks qualified contractors for major infrastructure upgrades to restore reservoir to full capacity

Aug 8

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