Review of Newport News, Virginia


decent
Star Rating - 11/2/2005
I grew up here in the late 70's/early 80's. It's a decent medium sized town that is growing every year. Not a hot spot if you're used to a major metro however it's good place to raise kids for the most part.

The crime rate is creeping up though. Traffic congestion is getting a little worse in proportion to growth. Very historical area to say the least. Colonial Williamsburg on the Peninsula and across the way you have Norfolk and Virginia beach for somewhat diverse shopping.

I'd move back if I ever decided to leave my current residence of Atlanta.
Laurice | Candler-McAfee, GA
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