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Ships, History, And The Great Outdoors
Newport News' great location and rich history, which begins shortly after the founding of Jamestown, has shaped the city into what it is today. Located on the banks of the Hampton Roads harbor in southeastern Virginia, Newport News is located near Hampton, minutes from Williamsburg and a short drive to Virginia Beach and the Atlantic Ocean. From this central Coastal Virginia location, you can experience ships, history and the great outdoors.
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Celebrating July 4th in Newport News
Life, Liberty & The Pursuit of Fun in 2021 This 4th of July, Newport News is encouraging its residents and visitors to enjoy the Independence Day Weekend by getting outside to enjoy the fresh air and ...
Summertime Fun Contest
It's Time For Summertime Summer has officially begun and in Newport News there's a ton of outdoor fun to be had, from fishing to sunbathing on the beachto dog parks. To celebrate, we are having a cont...
Things to do June 17 - 23, 2021
June 17th City Center Farmers' Market City Center at Oyster Point -June 17; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fresh, Healthy, Farm to Table Choices! 701 Mariners Row. Click here for more information. Juneteenth Celeb...
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