Notice to the Public!

Ms. Joyce Ferrell has accepted the Town's invitation to be the Chairperson for the next Newport Christmas Parade which will be December 5th. Ms. Ferrell has years of experience and is highly qualified to coordinate this special event. She will be forming her committee soon and putting all the plans in motion. She can be reached at 223-5900 or at jaferrell@embarqmail.com

The Newport Town Council has voted to establish a Long-Range Planning Committee to include local citizens and business owners. Any person who is interested in serving on the committee should contact Councilman David Heath at 223-4896 or Councilman Steve Blizzard at 223-2110.

   

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Welcome to 'The Town with Old Fashioned Courtesy'

If you are a 'Resident':

You may want to check on the political happenings in town by checking the 'Government' section, or check the 'Departments' to make your life in Newport more enjoyable. If you have a specific problem that the town can help with, use the 'Contact Us Now!' button to get the phone numbers and eMail addresses that can answer questions or bring relief.
View The Official Zoning Map (PDF) here, 'Planning Board Minutes' here, And 'Prior Council Minutes'

If you are a 'Visitor':

You can find out why Newport is such a great town to live in. You are cordially invited to participate in the festivities and functions of the town. For instance, the town sponsors The Annual Newport Pig Cooking Contest, and the Friday Nights 'Pickin' and 'Grinnin' in the Park, which are open to all. Check through the information on the local 'Links', 'History' and 'All About Newport !' buttons.

If you are 'Visiting Via the Internet'

You may act as a 'real' visitor (as above). We hope that you enjoy the on-line visit, and encourage you to ask questions about making an actual visit for pleasure or business. We heartily invite you to vist us in person to enjoy the hospitality and lifestyle enjoyed by our residents.

By The Way,

The Town of Newport is located on the East Coast of North Carolina. It is in Carteret County, on the banks of the Newport River. The town is adjacent to, and northwest of Morehead City, on US Highway 70.