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Newport News to build new $40 million state-of-the-art Grissom Library
Newport News residents could have a new state-of-the-art Grissom Library within the next three years. City Council on Tuesday voted to appropriate $33.18 million in bond money for the design and construction of a new Virgil L. Grissom Library, to be built at the Sherwood Shopping Center on Warwick Boulevard. The total cost of the project is estimated at $40 million. The move would accommodate ...
Buckroe Motel's abrupt closure forces some residents to confront lack of affordable housing in Hampton
HAMPTON, Va. — A few weeks ago News 3 told you about the Buckroe Motel abruptly closing to address city violations, according to the owner of the motel. People who had been living there for months said they were asked to leave on short notice. We’re following through with...
Shots fired incident at Williamsburg Hooters; suspect arrested
A man has been arrested in connection with a shots fired incident at a Hooters in Williamsburg. https://www.wavy.com/news/crime/man-arrested-in-connection-with-shots-fired-incident-at-williamsburg-hooters/
Newport News shipyard union rallies for HII to hire on-site coroner
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — The union representing 10,000 workers at the Newport News shipyard is rallying for their employer to hire an on-site coroner to report occupational-related deaths accurately. USW Local 8888 argues that occupational-related deaths are increasing at HII Newport News Shipbuilding but aren't being reported. As a...
Region to get three new lab schools after state Board of Education approval
HAMPTON ROADS, Va. (WAVY) — The Board of Education has approved six new lab schools, three of which have ties to either Hampton Roads or Western Tidewater. Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin has been a champion of lab schools as a way to help students prepare for careers after high school.
Newport News police, firefighters could get 5% raise by July if new budget proposal is approved
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — After weeks of back and forth, Newport News city leaders are now considering a budget proposal that would bring a significant pay raise for many of the city's first responders. Dozens of supporters filed into recent city council meetings and work sessions to show their...
NNPD giving free steering wheel locks during crime prevention event
The Newport News Police Department announced that they will be giving away free steering wheel locks for registered Hyundai owners. https://www.wavy.com/news/local-news/newport-news/nnpd-giving-free-steering-wheel-locks-during-crime-prevention-event/
Newport News Shipbuilding delivers 1st Virginia-class submarine built to include women
Newport News Shipbuilding recently delivered fast-attack submarine USS New Jersey to the Navy, officials announced Thursday. The 7,800-ton submarine was built as part of a team agreement between Newport News Shipbuilding and General Dynamics Electric Boat in Connecticut. The New Jersey is the 11th Virginia-class submarine to be delivered by the Newport News shipyard to the Navy, the company ...
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City, Riverside Health System Designated Stroke Smart. During last night’s City Council meeting, Mayor Phillip Jones recognized Newport News as a Stroke Smart City in partnership with Riverside Health System. May is National Stroke Awareness Month and through the Stroke Smart City Campaign, Newport News will help educate residents...
New report examines disparities, achievement gaps in WJCC schools
WILLIAMSBURG, Va. — As Williamsburg city leaders consider forming an independent school division, a new study is taking a closer look at disparities in area classrooms. The independent report by the Village Initiative shows gaps in academic achievement and discipline among students of color and those with disabilities in Williamsburg-James City County Schools.
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