Helene devastated community is set to receive a nearly $1M grant to fix drainage issues

The state selected Newport for a grant to fund flood control improvements. The mayor said the project wouldn't have stopped ...
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Newport employees traverse potentially hazardous roads Thursday, after frigid temperatures and snow arrive in East TN

NEWPORT, Tennessee — Inches of snow fell over Cocke County Wednesday night, leaving roads icy and slick. Most of downtown Newport's businesses had closed because of the weather conditions, with the ...
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Newport residents still recovering from flood as holiday season approaches

NEWPORT, Tenn. (WATE) — The town of Newport is still recovering nearly seven weeks after flooding devastated the area. With Thanksgiving just two weeks away, the community is looking to find gratitude ...
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Newport Utilities lifts Boil Water Alert for Newport residents

NEWPORT, Tenn. (WATE) — Residents who live inside Newport’s city limits are no longer under a Boil Water Alert, according to Newport Utilities. The utility provider shared Friday afternoon that the ...
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City of Newport working to take ownership of historic Purple People Bridge

The city of Newport is working to take over control of the iconic Purple People Bridge.The bridge, originally built in 1872 as the Newport & Cincinnati Bridge, currently operates as a pedestrian ...
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After 20 years of private ownership, city of Newport formally assumes ownership of historic Purple People Bridge

The City of Newport has announced it has formally assumed ownership of the the iconic Purple People Bridge.In a press release, the city says it took ownership Wednesday following a unanimous vote by ...