http://www.freerepublic.com/tag/newportnews/ en-us Wed, 5 Aug 2009 00:19:07 GMT Focus Forum 15 http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2308330/posts On October 4, 2008 Obama noted that only 45 million were without health care. Evidently 1 million more people were added to this number since then. Also, he mentioned that health insurance premiums have gone up in the last eight years. archive.org http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2308330/posts#comment Wed, 5 Aug 2009 00:19:07 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2152961/posts Groton- The Navy awarded Electric Boat a $14 billion contract to build the next eight Virginia-class submarines Monday, the largest submarine purchase in U.S. history. “I can’t describe how good it feels,” EB President John P. Casey said in a telephone interview from Washington, D.C. “Words won’t do it.” Under this multi-year agreement, Electric Boat and Northrop Grumman Newport News in Virginia will build one ship per year in 2009 and 2010 and two ships per year from 2011 through 2013, a production increase that starts a year earlier than the Navy originally planned. EB and Newport News jointly produce... TheDay http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2152961/posts#comment Tue, 23 Dec 2008 01:55:53 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2151605/posts Tugboats will pull the George H.W. Bush, the 10th and final aircraft carrier in the Nimitz class, to its January commissioning, the Navy and Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding said Thursday. The big carrier should have sailed under its own power from the Newport News shipyard to Norfolk Naval Station for the Jan. 10 ceremony. It is not ready for delivery, said Margaret Mitchell-Jones, a Northrop Grumman spokeswoman. In the past, the Navy has delayed the ceremony, which marks the ship's official entry into the Navy fleet. But not this time. Navy Secretary Donald Winter set the date earlier this year, and... The Virginian-Pilot http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2151605/posts#comment Fri, 19 Dec 2008 21:03:22 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2133764/posts A Chinese-born physicist Monday pleaded guilty before a US court to illegally exporting American military space know-how to China, US officials said. Naturalized US citizen Shu Quan-Sheng, admitted handing over to Beijing information on the design and development of a fueling system for space launch vehicles between 2003 and 2007, the Justice Department said. Shu, 68, pleaded guilty to violating the Arms Export Control Act by helping Chinese officials based at the space facility on southern Hainan island to develop manned space flight and future missions to the Moon. He also acknowledged he had sent them in December 2003 a... Breibart http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2133764/posts#comment Mon, 17 Nov 2008 21:56:56 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2113675/posts Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding is partnering with Areva, a multinational energy company based in France, to construct a $363.4 million manufacturing facility for nuclear reactors in Newport News, Northrop Grumman Corp. announced Thursday.Construction will begin early next year on the 300,000-square-foot plant that will eventually bring 540 engineering and production jobs to the region, including 340 initial hires when production begins in 2012, said Margaret Mitchell-Jones, a spokeswoman for Northrop Grumman.No radioactive nuclear material will be handled, she said. Rather, the facility will produce reactor parts such as steam generators and pressurizers, most weighing more than 500 tons.“This joint venture project... The Virginian-Pilot http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2113675/posts#comment Fri, 24 Oct 2008 01:18:06 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2009249/posts NORFOLK - The vice president of a Newport News fishing company was sentenced today to 90 days in prison on top of nearly $7 million in fines and forfeitures that she and her company have agreed to pay to settle charges that the company employed illegal immigrants on its vessels. Yvonne Michelle Peabody, who runs the day-to-day operations of the Peabody Corp., previously pleaded guilty to two misdemeanor charges and has cooperated with the government in several other criminal matters, including a drug case, a prosecutor said. U.S. District Judge Raymond A. Jackson also sentenced her to 120 days of... The Virginian-Pilot http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/2009249/posts#comment Wed, 30 Apr 2008 17:34:39 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1976956/posts WASHINGTON - The Navy took delivery of its newest attack submarine, Pre-commissioning unit North Carolina (SSN 777), from Northrop Grumman Newport News (NGNN) Feb. 21. North Carolina is the fourth Virginia-class submarine and the second delivered by NGNN. According to Virginia-class program manager, Capt. Dave Johnson, the delivery of North Carolina was a 10-month improvement compared to NGNN's first Virginia-class submarine, USS Texas (SSN 775). "The Navy's shipbuilding partners have brought the learning curve down and performance continues to improve," he said. The Virginia-class is the Navy's first major combatant designed and delivered specifically for the post-Cold War security environment.... Navy News via Military.com http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1976956/posts#comment Wed, 27 Feb 2008 11:30:57 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1970844/posts Americans for Prosperity-Virginia Invites You to A Legislative Town Hall Meeting Saturday, February 16th from 2:30 to 3:30p.m. At the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites-Newport News-943 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. Meet and Hear Congressman Rob Wittman, Delegate Glenn Oder & Delegate Brenda Pogge Discuss the Current Fiscal Issues Facing our State and Federal Governments. Get answers to your questions about the $1 billion State budget shortfall, the Governor's pork filled budget, and LEGISLATORS' efforts to trim it. Light appetizers will be served. Please RSVP to infova@afphq.org http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1970844/posts#comment Fri, 15 Feb 2008 15:09:29 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1963750/posts Story Number: NNS080131-05 WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Donald C. Winter announced Jan. 30 the names of three Virginia class submarines -- the Missouri, California and Mississippi. The selection of Missouri honors the continuous support of the military by the people of the "Show Me State," and its leaders. Designated SSN 780, Missouri is the fifth ship of the United States Navy to be named in honor of the U.S. state. The last Missouri (BB 63), a U.S. Navy battleship, saw action in World War II, Korean War and the 1991 Gulf War. Missouri was also the... Navy Newsstand http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1963750/posts#comment Sat, 2 Feb 2008 15:12:33 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1892682/posts As someone who once lived in the heart of Newport News, Va., and, in fact, in Michael Vick's school district, I was amused to hear Whoopi Goldberg's assessment that dogfighting is endemic to the Deep South and the sophisticates of our urban jungles do not understand. Vick's supporters sometimes appear to want it both ways. One day he is from the mean streets of Newport News and the next day he is from the Deep South. I happened to live on one of those mean streets of Newport News, and not once did I ever have to dodge bullets after... The Washington Times http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1892682/posts#comment Fri, 7 Sep 2007 18:01:05 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1715623/posts President Bush and Mrs. Bush joined former President George H. W. Bush and Barbara Bush for the christening of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier, the USS George H. W. Bush CVN 77. Click here for a transcript of the GWB’s remarks. Also in attendance at the ceremony were Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld, General Peter Pace, Virginia Senator George Allen, Doro Bush Koch and Florida Governor Jeb Bush. Enjoy your Saturday visit to Sanity Island www.yahoo.com & other sources http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1715623/posts#comment Sun, 8 Oct 2006 00:28:43 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1635242/posts NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (NNS) -- The second Virginia-class submarine, PCU Texas (SSN 775), returned to Newport News after successfully conducting alpha sea trials, May 17. The sea trials were conducted to ensure all systems are functioning properly prior to the commissioning of the boat. The objective is to run all operating systems to the fullest extent of their capabilities. “We operated her through the full range of her maneuvering, diving and speed capabilities," said Capt. John J. Litherland, Texas’ prospective commanding officer. "She performed exactly as she is supposed to – no surprises. That is what we were looking for... Navy NewsStand http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1635242/posts#comment Fri, 19 May 2006 23:38:35 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1634415/posts NEWPORT NEWS, Va. – May 17, 2006 – The nation's newest and most advanced nuclear-powered submarine, Texas (SSN 775), returned to Northrop Grumman Corporation’s (NYSE: NOC) Newport News sector with a broom atop its sail to signify a clean sweep of the ship’s initial sea trials. “I’m pleased to report that the ship’s trials were successful,” said Adm. Kirk Donald, director, Naval Nuclear Propulsion. “It was a great ride. I thoroughly enjoyed it myself, and a bit more importantly, we are a step closer to delivering a great ship to the fleet.” Sea trials provide an opportunity to test all... northropgrumman.com http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1634415/posts#comment Thu, 18 May 2006 16:15:51 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1600312/posts A large section of the George HW Bush aircraft carrier is being secured to the last of its kind ship being built at Northrop Grumman Newport News. Last week, a crane lifted the upper bow section into place. The section is a 780-ton mass of steel and internal components. It is one of the 161 large ship pieces that make up the ship's main structure. While the crane continues to hold the bow section in place, yard workers will attach it to the rest of the ship. The section completes the end-to-end span of the Bush's flight deck. The carrier... AP http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1600312/posts#comment Tue, 21 Mar 2006 15:46:52 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1598668/posts The carrier is under construction at Northrop Grumman's Newport News sector, the nation's sole designer, builder and refueler of nuclear-powered aircraft carriers. Weighing 780 tons and made up of 25 steel sections, the upper bow is one of the heaviest crane lifts in the ship's production plan. Newport News began construction on the upper bow unit last February. "Landing the fully-outfitted upper bow on the ship is a significant milestone in the design and construction of CVN 77, and most importantly, a great team effort by our shipbuilders," said Scott Stabler, vice president for the CVN 77 program at Northrop... Spacewar http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1598668/posts#comment Sat, 18 Mar 2006 13:06:44 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1538086/posts Is there a war against Christmas? The ACLU and a lot of other people have been trying to take Christ out of Christmas for years. At this time of year, many people will believe that that's a real concern. in Newport News, Va., an estimated 8,000 people showed up for the town's Christmas celebration, except they are calling it that. They're calling it Hollydazzle. And instead of lighting the 40-foot Christmas tree, Newport News officials are going to be lighting, get this, the tree of illumination. The events are also going to include, of course, Frosty the Snowman, make-your-own-snow globes,... MSNBC http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1538086/posts#comment Sun, 11 Dec 2005 03:47:26 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1462335/posts NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (NNS) -- The beveling of a 15-ton metal plate kicked off advance construction of the newest class of aircraft carrier, the CVN 21 project, Aug. 11 at Northrop Grumman Newport News' shipyards in Virginia. The new carrier is designed to modernize the “flat tops” for the 21st century. Advance construction will take an estimated two years before construction can begin on the actual ship itself. This gives technicians and engineers the time needed to test and design the ship, and all the new technologies that will be put into the vessel. “We’re going to kind of mark... Navy NewsStand http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1462335/posts#comment Fri, 12 Aug 2005 22:53:20 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1451868/posts Four-Year-Old Found Wandering on Major Highway in Outside Washington, D.C. The Associated Press Published: Jul 27, 2005 FALLS CHURCH, Va. (AP) - A mother was under arrest Wednesday on child endangerment and other charges after authorities said she abandoned her 4-year-old son on the Capital Beltway, then struck him with her car when he tried to get back in. The boy was treated at a hospital for cuts and bruises, police said. He later was placed in the custody of a child protective services agency. Police picked him up after receiving a call late Tuesday night from motorist who said... AP http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1451868/posts#comment Wed, 27 Jul 2005 22:36:26 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1369783/posts The new shipbuilding strategy could spell trouble for Northrop Grumman Newport News. WASHINGTON -- The Navy is considering shrinking its fleet of aircraft carriers to as few as 10 ships within the next 30 years, a move that would produce the smallest carrier fleet in at least a half-century. Newport News Daily Press http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1369783/posts#comment Thu, 24 Mar 2005 17:22:21 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1254706/posts NORFOLK, Va. -- With bells ringing and horns blaring, the Navy on Saturday commissioned the lead ship of its latest class of fast-attack submarines specifically designed for post-Cold War security threats. The $2.2 billion, nuclear-powered USS Virginia differs from other submarines because it can not only roam the deep blue ocean but also get close to shore in shallow water, which Navy officials say is important in fighting terrorism. Lynda Robb Johnson, daughter of President Lyndon Johnson and wife of former Sen. Charles Robb, D-Va., gave the traditional order to "man our ship and bring her to life" in ceremonies... AP via WRAL http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1254706/posts#comment Sat, 23 Oct 2004 21:32:34 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1182827/posts Northrop Grumman Newport News celebrated its first submarine christening in nearly a decade when Laura Bush, First Lady of the United States and the ship’s sponsor, broke a bottle of American-made sparkling wine across the hull of the Virginia-class submarine Texas (SSN 775). Also pictured is U.S. Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-Texas) and Tom Schievelbein, Northrop Grumman Newport News president. Photo by Chris Oxley, Northrop Grumman Newport News Navy News http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1182827/posts#comment Sun, 1 Aug 2004 14:24:34 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1182085/posts First of Virginia-class submarines passes sea trial cleanly Friday July 30, 2004 By DIANE SCARPONI Associated Press Writer GROTON, Conn. (AP) The first of the Virginia class of submarines returned from sea trials Friday with a simple straw broom perched atop the world's most advanced nuclear attack submarine. The broom signified that the Virginia had made a ``clean sweep'' of the first round of sea trials meeting or exceeding the U.S. Navy's expectations for performance of its propulsion and diving systems, emergency nuclear shutdowns and other tests. ``This sea trial was an absolute success, a clean sweep, as we say... WCBS880.COM http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1182085/posts#comment Fri, 30 Jul 2004 23:48:03 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1174718/posts NEWPORT NEWS -- First lady Laura Bush will christen the shipyard's newest submarine July 31 at a morning event on the banks of the James River, Northrop Grumman Newport News said Monday. The Texas, known as SSN (submersible ship nuclear) 775, is the second boat in the Virginia class, a new group of nuclear-powered attack submarines that eventually could consist of 30 ships. That boat is the first of the class to be getting its christening in Newport News. During the traditional event, which celebrates the official naming of the submarine as the Texas, Lone Star State native Laura... Newport News, VA Daily Press http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1174718/posts#comment Tue, 20 Jul 2004 12:39:30 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1140068/posts Work on the ship, known as CVN-21, will begin in 2007 with delivery expected in 2014. The ship will have fewer sailors than current carriers and will be equipped with a new type of nuclear reactor. The prime contractor on the deal is the company's Newport News shipbuilding unit. market watch http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1140068/posts#comment Fri, 21 May 2004 22:39:07 GMT http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1077904/posts Altering Your Engine With New ChipsBy JIM MOTAVALLI Published: February 13, 2004 WHEN Scott Farrell, a Coast Guard instructor in Newport News, Va., wanted a big power boost for his 1998 Volkswagen Jetta TDI, he didn't lower the suspension, install a hot camshaft or add a free-flow exhaust. Instead, he had a business-card size electronic part installed — a so-called "performance chip" designed to reprogram the car's engine control module to provide more horsepower. "It was a night-and-day difference," he said. Mr. Farrell is just one of an increasing number of car owners using computer chips or software downloads to... NY Times http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/1077904/posts#comment Sat, 14 Feb 2004 05:06:03 GMT